6 Days Tanzania Big 5 Safari
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Experience the magic of Tanzania on this 6 day private safari adventure through the country’s most iconic national parks. From vast herds of elephants in Tarangire to the legendary Serengeti migration and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, this journey brings you face-to-face with Africa’s famed Big Five in comfort and style.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a representative from Leone Tours will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Relax and settle in after your journey. In the evening, meet your guide for a detailed safari briefing.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Tarangire National Park Game Drive
After an early breakfast, depart Arusha and head to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large herds of elephants, ancient baobab trees, and seasonal swamps. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park. Spot diverse wildlife including giraffes, wildebeest, lions, and dry-adapted antelope such as the oryx and gerenuk. Later in the day, transfer to your lodge in Karatu for a relaxing evening.
Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Journey to Serengeti National Park
Travel through the Ngorongoro Highlands, enjoying spectacular views as you descend onto the Serengeti Plains. Along the way, pass Maasai villages and fertile farmland. Enter Serengeti National Park in the afternoon and enjoy an en-route game drive, keeping an eye out for predators and migrating herds. Arrive at your tented camp in time for sunset.
Accommodation: Central Serengeti Luxury Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Serengeti Game Drive & Transfer to Ngorongoro
Rise early for a morning game drive in search of Africa’s Big Five and other wildlife that roam the endless Serengeti. After a few hours of exploration, continue your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim in the late afternoon and soak in the stunning views.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater after breakfast for a half-day game drive. Known as Africa’s “Eden,” this UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to over 25,000 animals including lions, elephants, hippos, and the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool before returning to Arusha in the late afternoon.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Departure Day
Enjoy a final breakfast at your lodge before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward flight. Optional Zanzibar beach extensions available upon request.
Accommodation: None (End of tour)
Meals: Breakfast
Safari Highlights
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Spot the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino
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Full-day game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
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Overnight stays in carefully selected mid-range lodges and camps
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Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Highlands
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Cultural and natural immersion in diverse Tanzanian landscapes
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Optional beach extension to Zanzibar
Safari cost ranges from $1,870 per person
Safari Inclusions:
- ✅ Park entrance fees (for non-residents)
- ✅ All listed activities and game drives
- ✅ Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- ✅ Comfortable 4×4 private safari vehicle
- ✅ Mid-range lodge/camp accommodations
- ✅ Roundtrip airport transfers
- ✅ All meals as specified
- ✅ Bottled drinking water during game drives
- ✅ Government taxes and VAT
Safari Inclusions:
❌Additional nights of accommodation before or after the official safari dates
❌ International airfare
❌ Visa fees and travel insurance
❌ Tips (recommended $20 USD per person/day)
❌ Personal expenses (e.g. souvenirs, laundry, beverages)
❌ Optional activities not mentioned in itinerary
❌ Additional accommodation before/after safari
Ready to Embark on the Tanzania Big 5 Safari?
From vast herds of elephants in Tarangire to the legendary Serengeti migration and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, this journey brings you face-to-face with Africa’s famed Big Five in comfort and style.
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