5-Days Tanzania's Ultimate Big Five Experience

Welcome to Tanzania! You'll be met at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Arusha, the safari capital. Settle in and meet your dedicated guide who will brief you on the exciting days ahead. Spend the afternoon exploring Arusha town or relaxing at your accommodation to prepare for the adventure. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner featuring local cuisine.

Journey to Tarangire National Park, famous for its extraordinary elephant populations and baobab trees. Your morning game drive reveals diverse wildlife including zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, and various antelope species. The park's seasonal water sources concentrate animals, offering exceptional viewing opportunities. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before an afternoon game drive, then transfer to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Drive to the legendary Serengeti National Park, one of Africa's most spectacular wildlife reserves. Depending on the season, witness the famous Great Migration or enjoy year-round resident wildlife. Serengeti means 'the place where the land runs on forever'—and you'll understand why as vast plains stretch to every horizon. Conduct full-day game drives with picnic lunch, searching for lions, cheetahs, and the Big Five. Overnight at a luxury lodge within or near the park.

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder and UNESCO World Heritage Site often called Africa's Eden. This massive volcanic caldera contains an entire ecosystem with permanent water sources supporting year-round wildlife. Enjoy an extended game drive at the crater floor, spotting lions, rhinos, hippos, and countless bird species. The crater's walls provide stunning photography opportunities. Return to your lodge for a final night of luxury accommodation.

Visit Lake Manyara National Park for a final morning game drive before returning to Arusha. This park is renowned for its tree-climbing lions and diverse birdlife, including flamingos that paint the lake pink. Your guide will share final insights about Tanzania's ecosystems and wildlife. After a leisurely morning drive and lunch, transfer back to Arusha. Depending on flight times, you may enjoy a farewell dinner before departure.