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This 7-day Big Five safari is crafted for travelers eager to encounter Africa’s most famous animals in their natural habitat. Your journey takes you through the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” and into the vast plains of the renowned Serengeti National Park. As you search for lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo, you will also witness vast herds of wildebeest and zebra, towering giraffes, resting hippos, swift cheetahs, cunning hyenas, playful monkeys, and a rich diversity of other wildlife along the way.
HIGHLIGHTS
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Thrilling Big Five tracking experiences
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Off-road exploration of the Serengeti plains
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Action-packed Ngorongoro Crater safari
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Dramatic landscapes and raw wilderness
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Expert local guides leading every journey
Experience Tanzania’s wildlife on a 7-day safari through the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, with opportunities to see the Big Five and breathtaking landscapes.
Itineraries
Day 1
ARRIVAL
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha. Take time to relax after your journey and, weather permitting, enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaro rising above the town.
Overnight: Moshi / Arusha
Days 2, 3 & 4
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast, begin your scenic drive from Arusha to the world-famous Serengeti, a journey of approximately four hours. This iconic park is home to vast herds of wildebeest during the annual migration, as well as an incredible number of predators including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas. Enjoy a game drive en route to your camp, where you will spend the night surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness. Over the next two days, explore the endless plains in search of the Big Five and experience the rich diversity of wildlife that makes the Serengeti unforgettable.
Overnight: Serengeti
Day 5
SERENGETI TO NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Begin the day with an early morning safari, the perfect time to spot big cats before the heat of the day sets in. Later, depart the Serengeti and continue to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you will spend the night. The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact, unflooded volcanic caldera on Earth, stretching around 20 kilometers in width and plunging over 600 meters deep, creating one of the most remarkable natural landscapes in Africa.
Overnight: Ngorongoro
Day 6
NGORONGORO CRATER TO ARUSHA
This morning, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive in one of the most densely populated wildlife areas in Africa. The enclosed environment makes wildlife viewing exceptional, with frequent sightings of rhinos, large lion prides, cheetahs, and many other species. Enjoy lunch near a scenic hippo pool before making your return drive to Arusha in the afternoon.
Overnight: Moshi / Arusha
Day 7
DEPARTURE
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport in time for your onward flight, marking the end of your safari adventure.
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All scheduled game drives in a safari vehicle
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National park entry and conservation fees
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Accommodation in lodges, tented camps, or basic camping (depending on your selection)
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Services of an English-speaking driver and safari guide
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All meals during the safari
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Bottled drinking water
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18% VAT tax
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Use of at least one pair of binoculars per vehicle
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Accommodation in Moshi or Arusha
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Airport pick-up and drop-off transfers
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Tips for your driver and guide. Recommended amount is approximately USD 30 to 40 per day, shared among all passengers in the vehicle
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Tips for your cook on camping safaris. Recommended amount is approximately USD 15 to 20 per day, shared among all passengers in the vehicle
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Drinks and beverages unless specifically stated
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Visa fees and required vaccinations
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