The Big 5 Safari (6 Days)

THE BIG FIVE SAFARI (6 DAYS) – STARTING FROM $170 PER PERSON-PER DAY

What is a trip to Africa without seeing ‘The Big Five?!’ A dream of every safari visitor is to spot the ‘the Big Five’, which includes the African Buffalo, African Elephant, Black Rhinoceros, Leopard and Lion! On this tour you will be taken to some of the world’s most beautiful and famous national parks with chances to spot all five of these amazing animals.

Each national park- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara- each have their own diverse landscapes and unique environments. Between the roaming elephants on the endless plains of the Serengeti, to the tree-climbing lions in Ngorongoro, you will not be disappointed on this once-in-a-lifetime African safari!

OPTIONS:

The Big Five Safari (6 Days – Luxury
The Big Five Safari (6 Days) – Lodge/Tented Camp
The Big Five Safari (6 Days) – Camping

Note:
Each option here includes the same itinerary but with varying accommodation.

Safari Itinerary

DAY 1: Moshi/Arusha – Tarangire

Depart Moshi / Arusha for a game drive in Tarangire National Park, where a large concentration of Elephants can be seen all year round. Tarangire National Park is second only to the Serengeti ecosystem for its density of wildlife. During the dry seasons; thousands of animals migrate from the ‘Maasai steppe’ to Tarangire River looking for water. After lunch drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area for dinner and overnight.

Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Luxury Tented Camp/or Basic Camping.

DAY 2: Tarangire – Olduvai Gorge – Serengeti

After breakfast head off to the world’s most famous national park, Serengeti National Park, with an optional stop at ‘the cradle of mankind’, as Olduvai Gorge and its archaeological finds are commonly called. After lunch, your search for ‘the Big Five’ continues. Chances to see Elephants, Buffalos and Lions are very high, however Leopards are nocturnal cats. You may see the Black Rhino, whose numbers have been extremely reduced due to heavy poaching, however they are not impossible to find.

Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Luxury Tented Camp/or Basic Camping.

DAY 3: Serengeti

The whole day is dedicated to seeking out the Big Five and with the Serengeti meaning ‘Endless Plains’ in Maa, the chances of seeing all five is very likely. The Serengeti is home to more than four million different animals, including thousands of Elephants, Buffalos and Lions, several hundred Leopards and dozens Black Rhinoceros.

Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Luxury Tented Camp/or Basic Camping.

DAY 4: Serengeti – Maasai Boma – Ngorongoro

This is your last opportunity to enjoy searching and observing ‘the Big Five’ in Serengeti. After lunch there is an optional stop at a colourful Maasai tribal village. The Maasai are famous for defending themselves and their cattle from Lions and other wild animals, using only spears and their bare hands!

Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Luxury Tented Camp/or Basic Camping.

DAY 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Manyara

After breakfast descend into this astonishing ‘Natural Zoo,’ as the the Ngorongoro Crater is commonly referred as. Abundant with wildlife, you have a high chance of spotting ‘the Big Five,’ which includes lion. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the afternoon.

Dinner and overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Luxury Tented Camp/or Basic Camping.

DAY 6: Lake Manyara – Moshi/Arusha

Enjoy a whole day game drive in this lush ‘little park’ situated on the footsteps of the Great Rift Valley and provides a home to a wide range of different animals including Elephants, Buffalos, Giraffes, Hippos as well as more than 400 species of birds. It is most famous for its tree-climbing Lions, resting on Acacia branches six to seven meters above the ground.

End of Tour

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SAFARI INCLUDES:

  • Transfers in both directions between the International Airport and Moshi / Arusha
  • Extended 4 x 4 luxury safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
  • Professional safari English Speaking guide
  • Professional safari cook
  • Entrance fees to all national parks.
  • Accommodation at basic camping during the safari full board
  • Camping fees at all national park.
  • Ngorongoro Crater fees
  • 18% VAT to our entrance fees.
  • Government taxes, VAT and service charges relating to accommodation and included meals.

SAFARI EXCLUDES:

  • Tanzania Visa
  • Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
  • Optional Tours (balloon rides USD. 690 per person), should be booked in advance
  • Tips and gratuities to your safari guide and cook