5 Days Big 5 Safari Tanzania

5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day northern Tanzania safari, combining wildlife, landscapes, and adventure. Start in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds, baobab trees, and abundant wildlife, with an afternoon game drive and dinner at your lodge. Travel to Serengeti National Park for thrilling full-day game drives across its iconic plains, spotting lions, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeests, and giraffes. Next, explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, for a game drive among elephants, lions, buffaloes, and rhinos, followed by an overnight stay at Marera Lodge. Conclude at Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and diverse birdlife, before transferring to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward journey, leaving you with lifelong memories of Tanzania’s extraordinary wildlife and landscapes.

What's Included

All Taxes/VAT
Drinking Water and Soft Drinks
Lunch (Optional[5])
Lunch
Amref Flying Doctor Insurance
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
National Park Fees
Breakfast (Optional[4])
Breakfast
Roundtrip airport transfer
All Tranportation During Safari
International flights (from/to home
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Personal items
Guide Gratitude

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our representative will meet you at the arrivals hall holding a sign with your name. In case of flight delays, we track your flight and adjust pickup time accordingly.

OR
Meeting point
Arusha
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arusha to Tarangire National Park

    1 stop
  • 1
    Tarangire National Park

    Your safari begins with a morning departure from Arusha after breakfast, followed by a scenic drive through Maasai villages and open plains en route to Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, you’ll start your first exciting game drive, exploring the park’s beautiful landscapes dotted with ancient baobab trees and golden savannah. Tarangire is famous for its large elephant herds and diverse wildlife, especially around the Tarangire River, where animals gather to drink. During your drive, you may see giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, lions, and a variety of colorful birds. At midday, you’ll stop at a scenic picnic site inside the park to enjoy lunch surrounded by nature. In the afternoon, continue with another game drive before exiting the park and heading to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight, relaxing and preparing for the next day’s adventure.

    5 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Transfer to Serengeti National Park

    1 stop
  • 2
    Serengeti National Park

    After breakfast in Karatu, depart early for Serengeti National Park, driving through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, enjoy beautiful landscapes and perhaps spot wildlife along the way. Arrive in the Serengeti in time for a hot hamper lunch at a picnic site surrounded by the vast savannah. In the afternoon, embark your first game drive, spotting lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, and wildebeests in their natural habitat. Return to your tented camp or lodge for a relaxing evening and hearty dinner, preparing for a full day of safari adventures tomorrow.

    5 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Full Day Serengeti National Park

    1 stop
  • 3
    Serengeti National Park

    pend a full day exploring the iconic Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most famous safari destinations. Begin with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active—look out for lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and vast herds of zebras and wildebeests. Midday, enjoy a hot hamper lunch at a scenic spot in the park, surrounded by the endless savannah. Continue your afternoon game drive, capturing unforgettable wildlife moments and photographing the breathtaking landscapes. Return to your tented camp or lodge for a relaxing evening with hearty dinner, sharing stories of your wildlife encounters under the African sky.

    7 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

    1 stop
  • 4
    Ngorongoro Conservation Area

    After breakfast in the Serengeti, depart for the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Descend into the crater for a thrilling game drive, where you can spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and rhinos in one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich environments. Enjoy a hot hamper lunch amid the stunning crater scenery. After the game drive, ascend from the crater and continue to Marera Valley Lodge for overnight stay. Relax and enjoy a hearty dinner while reflecting on the day’s incredible wildlife encounters.

    5 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

    1 stop
  • 5
    Lake Manyara National Park

    After breakfast at your lodge, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, flamingos, and diverse birdlife, the park offers a unique safari experience in a compact area. After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, elephants, flamingos, and diverse birdlife. Savor a hot hamper lunch in a scenic spot before departing for your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (or Arusha airport) for your onward flight, concluding your unforgettable Tanzanian safari adventure.

    5 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Williamson Adventures

Tags

Multi-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
4WD Tours
Safaris
Involves Animals
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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