8-Day Tanzania Wilderness and Big Five Expedition
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Big Five Safaris
YOUR JOURNEY
Tour Itinerary
YOUR JOURNEY
Follow the journey day by day and discover what each day of your tour includes.
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Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Welcome to Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional driver-guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. As the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit, Arusha offers beautiful views of Mount Meru and a relaxed atmosphere to begin your adventure. After check-in, you will receive a detailed safari briefing covering your itinerary, wildlife highlights, and important travel information. Enjoy time at leisure to relax after your flight—take a swim, stroll through the lodge gardens, or simply unwind. Dinner will be served at your hotel as you prepare for the exciting journey ahead. Overnight stay in Arusha.
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Day 2: Tarangire National Park – Land of Giants
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. The park is traversed by the Tarangire River, a vital water source that attracts diverse wildlife, especially during the dry season. Enjoy a full-day game drive through open savannah, acacia woodlands, and riverine habitats. You may spot lions lounging under trees, giraffes browsing gracefully, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of antelope species. Bird lovers will be delighted by colorful species including lilac-breasted rollers and hornbills. A picnic lunch will be served inside the park while surrounded by nature. Later in the afternoon, transfer to your lodge near Karatu for dinner and overnight.
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Day 3: Serengeti National Park – Endless Plains
After an early breakfast, drive toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic highlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you descend into the Serengeti, the vast plains stretch endlessly before you. The Serengeti is world-renowned for its incredible wildlife populations and the Great Migration. Enjoy an en-route game drive as you head to your camp, with opportunities to see lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, and possibly leopards resting in acacia trees. The landscape shifts from rocky kopjes to wide grasslands teeming with life. Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in the late afternoon, where you will enjoy dinner under the African sky and an overnight stay in the heart of the wilderness.
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Day 4-5: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti
Today is dedicated to exploring the Serengeti in depth. After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive across different regions of the park. Depending on the season, you may witness herds of wildebeests and zebras moving across the plains during the Great Migration. Predators such as lions, hyenas, and cheetahs closely follow these herds, creating dramatic wildlife encounters. Your expert guide will track animal movements and share insights about the ecosystem, animal behavior, and local conservation efforts. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic site within the park before continuing your adventure. The Serengeti’s changing light in the late afternoon provides excellent photography opportunities. Return to your camp for dinner and a relaxing evening around the campfire.
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Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Natural Wonder of Africa
After breakfast, depart for the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders. Descend 600 meters into the crater floor for a thrilling game drive. The crater hosts a dense concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, hippos, and the rare black rhino. The diverse habitats—grasslands, swamps, forests, and soda lakes—support an incredible variety of species. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool while surrounded by breathtaking scenery. In the afternoon, ascend the crater walls and drive back to Arusha for dinner and overnight, reflecting on your unforgettable safari experiences.Overnight at Karatu
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Day 7: Lake Manyara National Park – Game Drive & Transfer to Arusha
After breakfast, depart for a morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic park nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Known for its diverse ecosystems, the park features lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, and the alkaline lake that attracts thousands of flamingos and other bird species.During the game drive, you may spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and the famous tree-climbing lions. The park is also a paradise for bird lovers, offering excellent photographic opportunities.
After the game drive and lunch (picnic or hot lunch depending on the schedule), you will proceed with a comfortable drive back to Arusha for your overnight stay, marking the end of your unforgettable safari adventure.
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Day 8: Departure- Kilimanjaro Airport
After breakfast at your lodge, enjoy a relaxed morning depending on your flight schedule. You may choose to explore Arusha town for last-minute shopping or simply relax at the hotel. At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international departure flight. As your safari comes to an end, you leave with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and warm hospitality. We hope to welcome you again for another adventure in the near future. Safe travels and thank you for choosing us for your Tanzanian safari experience.
TOUR INFORMATION
What's Included & Excluded
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What's Included
- Park fees
- All mentioned activities
- Accommodation
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- A professional driver
- Ngorongoro Crater service fee
What's Excluded
- International flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal expense• Government tax increasess
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and souvenirs
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
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