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7 Days Big Five Safaris In Tanzania

7 Days Big Five Safaris In Tanzania

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Trip Overview

Follow the mighty footprints of giants and witness Africa’s legendary wildlife in its untamed natural glory.

This Safari In Tanzania was designed as a quest to see the legendary Big Five! Our 7 Days Big Five Safaris In Tanzania is by far our most unique safari - giving you the best chance of spotting Africa's most iconic animals. In your pursuit of lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and cape buffalo you'll travel through Ngorongoro crater – known as the eighth wonder of the world and the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you'll also see enormous herds of wildebeest and zebra, the majestic giraffe, wallowing hippopotamus, lean cheetahs, opportunistic hyenas, playful monkeys, and so much more.

7 Days Big Five Safaris In Tanzania
7 Days Big Five Safaris In Tanzania
7 Days Big Five Safaris In Tanzania
7 Days Big Five Safaris In Tanzania

Highlights

  • Big Five animal sightings
  • Serengeti endless plains safari
  • Ngorongoro Crater game drive
  • Scenic drives and landscapes
  • Expert local safari guides

At a glance

  • 6 Nights
  • Tanzania
  • Safari

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Download the detailed itinerary to explore day-by-day plans, wildlife highlights, travel logistics, and insider tips to prepare for your unforgettable Big Five Tanzania safari adventure.

Safari Spots

  • Serengeti National Park
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Arusha (Arrival/Departure Base)

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Details Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) you will be met and transferred to Moshi / Arusha to recover from your journey and, if you’re lucky, to catch a glimpse of the spectacular Kilimanjaro which rises from the clouds above town.

Overnight Moshi/Arusha

DAY 2,3 & 4: Serengeti National Park

This morning you will commence your drive from Arusha to one of the most famous game parks in Africa, the Serengeti taking approx 4 hours.  Here is home to millions of wildebeest during the migration and over the huge flat plains you are likely to find lion, cheetah, leopard, hyena and many other predators. Enjoy an on-route game drive to your camp and the experience of sleeping in the middle of the Serengeti. You will spend the next few days exploring the endless plains of Serengeti, the great wildebeest migration and looking for the BIG 5.

Overnight in Serengeti

DAY 5: Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro

An early morning start in the Serengeti to try and find big cats before they retreat from the blazing sun during the day. After a few hours of game drive travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area where you will overnight.  The Ngorongoro caldera is the largest unflooded and unbroken caldera in the world.  At approximately 20 kilometers across and 600 meters deep, the Ngorongoro Crater is a breath-taking natural wonder.

Overnight in Ngorongoro

DAY 6: Ngorongoro Crater

This morning you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a wonderful haven for wildlife.  Ngorongoro is unique in that almost all the wildlife lives within the crater walls, hence you have the opportunity to find the game easily.  Rhino in particular can be seen regularly, as well as prides of lion and other predators like cheetah. Enjoy lunch by the hippo pond. After Lunch, you will drive back to Arusha which takes approx 2 hours

Overnight in Moshi / Arusha

DAY 7: Departure

Today you will be transferred back to Arusha Airport Or JRO in time for your flight.

Included & Excluded

  • All Game Drives; Vehicle; Park Entry Fees;
  • Accommodation At Lodges/Tented Camps/Basic Camping;
  • English Speaking Driver/Guide;
  • All Food; Drinking Water;
  • 18% VAT Tax;
  • At Least 1 Pair Of Binoculars;
  • Accommodation In Moshi/Arusha;
  • Airport Transfers;
  • Tipping for your driver/guide. The recommended is approximately USD$30-$40 per day. This is divided between everyone in the vehicle.
  • Tipping for your cook (Camping safaris). The recommended is approximately USD$15-$20 per day. This is divided between everyone in the vehicle.
  • Drinks unless specified
  • Visas, vaccinations

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What Our Guests Say

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Hannah W
Hannah W / Sep 2022

The best company out there!

African Scenic Safaris were Amazing. We were a large group of students who climbed Kilimanjaro with them and went on a safari in Tarangire National Park.

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Johanna S/ Apr 2025

Great experience on Safari.

The guide was absolutely fantastic. Emanuel was present answering questions and not least telling a lot like the animals.

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Gabriella M/ Feb 2025

Amazing experience

We relied on African Scenic Safaris for organising a 5 days safari. Nembris provided us with suggestions for the itinerary through Serengeti.

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Your Safari Questions Answered

Every great safari starts with a question—ask boldly, travel confidently, and return with wild stories.

Thinking about joining one of our Tanzania Safari Tours? This section answers common questions about our Tanzania Big Five Safaris—so you know exactly what to expect and how to prepare.

The design of our Big Five Tanzania Safari Package is such that it makes it more likely that you will see a lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, or rhino all in one trip.

Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater are two of the best places in Tanzania to see wildlife, and they are both part of this safari package.

Yes. For first-timers, it's perfect because it offers comfort, expert advice, and unforgettable wildlife watching in parks that are well run.

Of course. Wildebeests, cheetahs, hippos, hyenas, giraffes, and many kinds of birds will be among the animals you may see on the Tanzania Big Five Safari Package.

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