This 7-day Big 5 safari in Tanzania takes you through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, offering prime opportunities to witness Africa’s most iconic wildlife. From the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire to the predator-filled Serengeti plains and the rhino haven of Ngorongoro Crater, this itinerary promises thrilling game drives, stunning landscapes, and luxury tented camp experiences.
Stay in handpicked lodges and camps, ensuring comfort and immersion in nature while maximizing your chances of spotting lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos—the legendary Big 5.
Kilimanjaro International Airport
This safari delivers a thrilling mix of adventure and relaxation, with unparalleled opportunities to witness Tanzania’s Big 5 and diverse ecosystems.
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be met by our guide and transferred to Shamba Lodge in Arusha for an overnight stay. Take this time to relax, recover from your flight, and prepare for the adventure ahead.
After breakfast, set off for Tarangire National Park, known for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. The park’s landscape is dotted with swamps, rivers, and woodlands, attracting big cats, giraffes, and buffaloes. Enjoy a full day of game drives before heading to Mawe Lodge Karatu for a peaceful overnight stay.
Leave Tarangire behind and drive towards Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, witness the transition from highland forests to endless plains, where cheetahs, lions, and large herds of grazers roam freely. Arrive at Embalakai Tented Lodge Serengeti, your base for the next three nights.
Wake up to the sounds of the African bush and set off on a full-day game drive in Serengeti, exploring different regions of the park. The Serengeti is home to lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and massive herds of wildebeest. Expect thrilling predator sightings and majestic landscapes stretching as far as the eye can see.
Spend another exciting day exploring Serengeti’s vast plains. Depending on the season, you might witness part of the Great Migration, as thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross rivers and navigate predator-filled terrain. Evening relaxation at Embalakai Tented Lodge Serengeti.
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive before heading towards Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you’ll stay at Embalakai Tented Lodge Ngorongoro. En route, keep an eye out for elusive cheetahs and scavenging hyenas.
Wake up early for a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wildlife sanctuary with one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa. Spot the Big 5, flocks of flamingos, and grazing hippos before returning to Arusha for your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport, marking the end of your safari adventure.
