6 Days Big Five Safaris

6 DaysSafariLake ManyaraNgorongoroSerengetiTarangire

Six days across Tanzania's three finest parks. Track big elephant herds among the baobabs of Tarangire, spend two full days on the Serengeti plains, then descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for black rhino.

A complete Big Five safari for first-time visitors who want the northern circuit without a long trip. You travel by private 4x4 with a pop-up roof and an expert driver-guide.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1Let the adventure begin!

When you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport our Guide will be there waiting for you. He'll drop you off at your hotel in Arusha, where you can relax in the authentic African atmosphere, sipping on a typical African drink. And of course, you can cool down with a swim in the pool. Your personal guide is very experienced and knowledgeable about the amazing nature that attracts so many tourists to this country, and knows a lot about African culture and customs. So don't hesitate to ask him questions from the beginning - he loves to answer all of them! The next day your journey really kicks off! Legendary Lodge**

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Day 2Tarangire National Park

After a delicious breakfast you will drive to Tarangire National Park. This park is well known for its big groups of elephants and the huge amount of giant baobab trees that can live for hundreds of years. In the dry season it's possible to see groups of up to 250 elephants here! They can weigh up to six thousand kilos and have a special technique to draw water from the baobab trees. Your private guide can tell you everything about this But Tarangire has many more wild animals, which you can spot most easily at the Tarangire River or Lake Barunge - the main water sources of the park - when they come to relieve their thirst.

Neptune Lodge
Day 3Serengeti National Park

The Serengeti NP is widely known as the place to go on safari, mostly because of the great migration. Many of the most impressive nature films are shot during this movement of large animals, and together with your guide you will witness for yourself the enormous, stampeding herds on their search for food. An experience never to forget! The word Serengeti stems from the Maasai language and literally means endless plains. Many predators roam these vast grasslands; over four thousand lions, 225 cheetahs, a thousand leopards, 3500 hyenas and hundreds of wild dogs! And of course, plenty of other beautiful animals, which your guide will be delighted to search for together with you. Are you ready for this?

Four Season
Day 4Serengeti National Park

After breakfast you will continue with Full day Serengeti National Park game drive including following the wildebeest migrating to the west side of the Endless plain of Serengeti, where all balancing of nature takes place. Where all predators and pray are all to be seen easily.

Four Season
Day 5Ngorongoro Conservation Area

The Ngorongoro Crater is home to many lion families, buffalos, zebras, wildebeests and many more species. And nowhere else offers a chance as good as this to spot the rare black rhino. So if you want to see the big five - this is the place to be Today you will visit one of the seven African wonders - the Ngorongoro Crater, created when a huge volcano erupted two million years ago. The fertile lava has created a unique ecosystem; the crater has the highest concentration of animals anywhere in Africa! While descending from the rim onto the crater floor you will be surrounded by the most beautiful animals. When below, the views are astounding - you won't know where to look!

Neptune Lodge
Day 6Back to Arusha - Airport

After breakfast or Lunch. You drive to Arusha in the Hotel or at the Airport and this will be as the request of the clients where to be dropped on the Last Day

Trip Highlights

  • Big Five in three parks
  • Tarangire elephant herds
  • Two days in the Serengeti
  • Ngorongoro Crater floor
  • Open-roof 4x4 and guide

What's Included

  • Accommodation
  • All meals
  • All park fees
  • 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Professional guide
  • All transfers
  • Drinking water
  • Listed activities
  • Government taxes

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Domestic flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Drinks
  • Laundry
  • Tips
  • Unlisted excursions
  • Itinerary changes

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Guest Stories

What Guests Say

“An unforgettable trip. Our guide spotted a leopard on day one and knew every bird by name. Tambaa na Pori made it effortless.”
Sarah M.United Kingdom
“Best value safari we found anywhere, and it never felt budget. Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Zanzibar - flawless from start to finish.”
The Okoro FamilyUnited States
“Summited Kilimanjaro via Lemosho with an incredible crew. Great gear, great food, and they got all of us to Uhuru Peak.”
Daniel & EvaNetherlands
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