Leopard resting on a tree branch in the Serengeti

Big Five Safari — 9 Days

The ultimate Tanzania safari — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino across five of the country's greatest national parks.

Leopard in the wild during a Tanzania Big Five safari

All Five Parks. All Five Animals.

This is Tanzania's definitive safari experience. Over nine days, you'll explore all five parks of the Northern Circuit — from Arusha National Park's views of Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro, to the flamingo shores of Lake Manyara, the elephant kingdom of Tarangire, the endless Serengeti plains, and the wildlife-packed Ngorongoro Crater.

Your mission: spot all of the Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and the endangered black rhino.

9 Days
5 Parks
Year-Round Season
From $2,920 Per Person

9-Day Big Five Itinerary

Five parks, nine days — the complete Northern Circuit safari experience.

Day 1

Arrival in Arusha

Airport pickup, hotel transfer, briefing.

Day 2

Arusha National Park

Full-day game drive — colobus monkeys, giraffes, views of Mt Meru and Kilimanjaro. Overnight Arusha.

Day 3

Arusha to Lake Manyara

Game drive through the Rift Valley park — tree-climbing lions, flamingos, diverse primates. Overnight near Manyara.

Day 4

Manyara to Tarangire

Full-day game drive — massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, diverse birdlife (550+ species). Overnight near Tarangire.

Day 5

Tarangire to Serengeti

Cross the Ngorongoro highlands and descend into the Serengeti. Afternoon game drive — lion, cheetah. Overnight Serengeti.

Day 6

Full Day in the Serengeti

Morning and afternoon game drives across the central and eastern plains. Leopard, buffalo, hippo. Overnight Serengeti.

Day 7

Second Full Day in the Serengeti

Explore different sectors. Chance for all Big Five sightings. Overnight Serengeti.

Day 8

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Morning drive to the crater. Descend 600m for a full-day game drive — Big Five, flamingos, hippos. Best chance for black rhino. Overnight crater rim.

Day 9

Ngorongoro to Arusha

Morning drive back with scenic stops. Transfer to airport for departure.

Everything You Need for the Safari

Included

  • Professional driver-guide
  • 4x4 safari vehicle
  • All park entrance fees
  • Full-board accommodation (lodges/tented camps)
  • Airport transfers
  • Bottled water on game drives
  • Binoculars available

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Drinks at lodges
  • Tips for guide & staff
  • Personal expenses
From $2,920 per person

Based on 2 people sharing. Solo supplements and group discounts available.

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