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5-day Safari Tour "The Big Five of Africa"

Tanzania, East Africa 5 Days 4.8/5 (96 reviews)

Tour Overview

Are you dreaming of an amazing adventure? Would you like to follow the footsteps of wild animals while traversing the most interesting corners of Tanzania in an off-road vehicle? The five days safari tour is at your fingertips! Marvel at the flora and fauna from Tanzania.

As part of this trip, we will visit as many as 3 National Parks in just 5 days! With a bit of luck, we can see all the big five of Africa whose representatives are: African savanna elephant, lion, African buffalo, leopard and black rhinoceros.

karibu sana!

Duration

5 days

Group Size

Up to 6 people

Locations

Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara

Highlights

  • Big Five wildlife viewing
  • Three iconic national parks
  • Ngorongoro Crater exploration
  • Tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara
  • Tarangire's giant baobabs and elephants

What's Included

  • All accommodations (2 nights)
  • All transportation in 4x4 vehicles
  • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • All park entrance fees
  • Airport transfers

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Visa fees
  • Optional activities

5-Day Safari Itinerary

Plane arrival

Day 1

Airport Arrival

Tree

Day 2

Tarangire

Mountain

Day 3

Ngorongoro

Flamingo

Day 4

Lake Manyara

Plane departure

Day 5

Departure

Day 1: Airport Arrival

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK). Meet and greet with your safari guide, transfer to your hotel in Arusha. Briefing about the safari schedule and time to relax after your journey.

Airport Arrival
Hotel accommodation in Arusha

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

In the morning, a brief overview of the safari schedule will cover the day's game drive timings, highlights, and places to visit. Afterward, you'll depart for Tarangire National Park, a 2-3 hour drive from Arusha.

Tarangire is one of Tanzania's top parks, known for its river, a vital water source for many animals. During the dry season (June – November), you can expect to see large herds of elephants, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, along with various other wildlife.

Tarangire National Park
Full day game drive
Picnic lunch
Lodge accommodation

Day 3: Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After an early breakfast, you'll have a brief about the day's schedule before heading to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon reaching the crater's edge, you'll descend into the stunning 19-km caldera.

This World Heritage Site is home to over 25,000 animals, including the "Big Five," hyenas, and various bird species. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a packed lunch inside the conservation area before continuing your adventure.

Ngorongoro Crater

Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos. Enjoy a game drive and picnic lunch in the park. In the afternoon, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Lake Manyara National Park

Day 5: Departure

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. If time allows, enjoy a short tour of Arusha or visit local markets before heading to the airport. End of safari.

Departure

Featured Activities in Big Five Safari

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Game Drive

Big Five Game Drives

6–8 hours daily Wildlife

Experience the thrill of spotting Africa's Big Five across three different national parks with expert guides.

Elephants

Elephant Watching

2–3 hours Wildlife

Tarangire is famous for its large herds of elephants—watch them roam freely among ancient baobab trees.

Crater

Crater Exploration

Full day Scenic

Descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder teeming with wildlife.

Lions

Tree-Climbing Lions

1–2 hours Unique Wildlife

Look out for Lake Manyara's famous tree-climbing lions lounging in the acacia trees.

Birds

Bird Watching

1–2 hours Birdlife

Spot over 550 bird species in Tarangire, including the world's largest bird - the Maasai Ostrich.

Flamingos

Flamingo Viewing

1 hour Birdlife

Marvel at thousands of pink flamingos feeding in Lake Manyara's alkaline waters.

Tour Pricing

1 Person

$1019

Based on double occupancy

4-5 People

$999

Per person

6+ People

$619

Per person