5 Days Tanzania Big 5 Safari

5 Days Tanzania Big 5 Safari, Is witnessing the Big 5 on a safari in Tanzania a longstanding aspiration? This is the itinerary you had anticipated! Our 5 Days Tanzania Big 5 Safari is an exceptional expedition into the remote regions of East Africa – Tanzania.

 

This safari will encompass locations such as Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Lake Manyara National Park. All these locations feature at least four of the Big Five creatures, if not all five. Numerous elephants can be observed in Tarangire National Park. Serengeti National Park showcases the large felines in conjunction with the magnificent wildebeest migration. Exploring locations such as Kogatende is a fulfillment of aspirations for those ardent about the Big Five. You will additionally investigate the Ngorongoro Crater and observe the largest volcanic crater globally. This complements the exploration of the Olduvai Gorge, where one can observe the remnants of early humans.

Brief itinerary of 5 Days Tanzania Big 5 Safari

• Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Tarangire National Park
• Day 2: Morning game drive and transfer to Serengeti National Park
• Day 3: Game drive in Serengeti and overnight in Ngorongoro Conservation Area
• Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park and Departure

Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Tarangire National Park

We presume you will arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport in the morning or have spent the night in Arusha. You will encounter our driver-guide. He or she will guide you through the briefing and several formalities. Commence the journey to Tarangire National Park. Lunch will be served at your accommodation in the park or in Karatu town.

In the afternoon, you will embark on a game drive in the park. Tarangire National Park is home to several elephants. This is an opportunity to observe the Big Five firsthand. The park is replete with baobab trees. I am confident you will observe buffaloes and lions as well. Return to your lodge prior to sunset. Dine and stay overnight.

Meal itinerary: Lunch and dinner

Day 2: Morning safari excursion and journey to Serengeti National Park

Following breakfast at your lodge, you will embark on a wildlife drive before to proceeding to Serengeti National Park. The morning game drive gives a chance to observe a greater variety of wildlife and enhances the likelihood of encountering the Big Five. A lunch stop is unavoidable as you travel northward. Commence a wildlife drive immediately upon entering Serengeti National Park. This park is renowned for its wide savannah plains. You will observe wildebeests, lions, giraffes, elephants, leopards, and other avian species. Register at your lodging for supper and overnight stay.

Dietary regimen: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 3: Safari excursion in Serengeti followed by overnight stay in Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Commence the day sufficiently early to observe the early risers in the park. Numerous hunters are attempting to secure their final sustenance prior to withdrawing to their concealment locations. A sunrise wildlife drive in Serengeti National Park is invariably remarkable. Breakfast will be situated beneath a tree in a remote location. Capitalize on the picturesque sceneries and capture a photograph at sunrise.

Subsequently, proceed to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This represents an extension of Tanzania’s boundless wildness. It is located in the periphery of Serengeti National Park. The region encompasses the largest volcanic caldera globally — the Ngorongoro Crater. It also features creatures including the Big Five, zebras, giraffes, and numerous others. Register at your lodging for dinner and an overnight stay.

Dietary regimen: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park and Departure

Post-breakfast, vacate the lodging and embark on a game drive along the route. This also presents an opportunity to observe wildlife you may have overlooked the prior day. Advance to Lake Manyara National Park. Renowned for substantial elephant populations, arboreal lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalo, and hippopotamuses. The park serves as a sanctuary for avian enthusiasts, with more than 400 bird species, such as pink flamingos, pelicans, hornbills, and storks.

The park’s terrain include groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, open grasslands, and marshes. The Rift Valley escarpment offers striking vistas and a varied environment. It provides stunning vistas of the Great Rift Valley escarpment and Lake Manyara, a small, alkaline lake that fluctuates in size with the seasons.

Day five Transfer back to Arusha

Subsequently, you will go to Arusha, with a lunch stop along the way. Board your departing flight. This will conclude your exclusive 5-Day Tanzania Big 5 Safari.

Includes

• All airport pick up and transfers in private car
• Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4 x 4 Land Cruiser
• Services of a professional English speaking safari guide
• All wildlife reserve entry fees
• All game drives as mentioned in the itinerary
• Drinking water

Excludes

• International Flights
• Any domestic connection flights on arrival or departure
• All items of a personal nature
• Gratuities for safari guide and lodge staff ( please tip separately)
• Travel insurance if needed
• Visa fee ( 50 US$ /100 US$ for American or Irish Passport holders – to be paid upon arrival)
• Drinks and beverages in lodges
• Hot Air Balloon Safari at Serengeti (599 USD per person),
• Private tours at Zanzibar if needed