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Discover Tanzania's Big Five, Ultimate 5-Day Safari Adventure!

Starting
$1,650.00/
per person
  • 5 Days / 4 Nights
  • Max People : 1
  • 4 Destinations
  • Yes! Can be Tailor-made

'Discover Tanzania's Big Five: Ultimate Safari' is a tour that Nature Joy Discoveries has carefully designed for those who love the outdoors and wildlife. Join us for an incredible journey. Explore the world-famous national parks of Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, and Manyara over five thrilling days. Each park offers a different opportunity to get up close and personal with Africa's amazing wildlife. Take in the natural beauty of the continent of Africa creatures as you immerse yourself in the heart of Tanzania's wilderness, where every second is a discovery.

Book now for an unparalleled safari experience with Nature Joy Discoveries and create lasting memories amidst Tanzania's breathtaking landscapes. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the wonders of nature and witness the Big Five in their natural habitats.

5 Days, 4 Nights

~ 1 night in Tarangire, 1 night in Karatu, 1 night in Serengeti & 1 night in Ngorongoro Highlands.

  • Day 1: Arrival / Hotel Pickup - Tarangire National Park
  • Day 2: Tarangire National Park - Lake Manyara National Park
  • Day 3: Karatu - Central Serengeti
  • Day 4: Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Highlands
  • Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha/Kilimanjaro Airport & Departure

Day 1: Arrival / Hotel Pickup - Tarangire National Park.

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, our driver guide will warmly welcome you. After a short briefing, you will head to Tarangire National Park, known for its beautiful landscapes with giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. In the afternoon, you will go on a game drive to see various animals like buffalos, zebras, giraffes, lions, and leopards. Bird lovers will also enjoy the park’s many bird species. After the game drive, you will go to your lodge for a delicious dinner. Relax and enjoy the sounds of the African bush!

  • Accommodation - Lake Burunge Tented Lodge (Mid-Range).
  • Meal Plan - Lunch & Dinner Included.

Day 2: Tarangire National Park - Lake Manyara National Park.

After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic parks, known for its stunning views of the Great Rift Valley and the soda lake filled with flamingos. During your morning game drive, you’ll see tree-climbing lions, baboons, elephants, and a wide variety of birds. You’ll have a packed lunch to enjoy inside the park while surrounded by nature. After your game drive, you will continue to Karatu, where you’ll check into a cozy lodge and relax with dinner under the stars!

  • Accommodation - Hhando Coffee Lodge (Mid-Range).
  • Meal Plan - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included.

Day 3: Karatu - Central Serengeti.

After an early breakfast, you’ll start your journey to the famous Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy the scenic drive with views of Maasai villages and rolling hills. Once you arrive in Central Serengeti, you’ll have a picnic lunch and go on your first game drive. Central Serengeti is famous for its rich wildlife, and you’ll have the chance to see predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as well as large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. After the game drive, relax at your tented camp and enjoy a peaceful evening in the wild!

  • Accommodation - Moyo Tented Camp (Midrange).
  • Meal Plan -Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included.

Day 4: Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Highlands.

Start your day early with a morning game drive in Serengeti, the perfect time to see predators on the hunt and watch large herds of animals grazing. The endless plains of the Serengeti create a stunning setting for this unforgettable wildlife experience. After a picnic lunch, you will begin your scenic drive towards the cool and misty Ngorongoro Highlands, passing Maasai villages along the way. Upon arrival at your lodge, enjoy a cozy dinner and relax for the night!

  • Accommodation - Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge (Semi - Luxury).
  • Meal Plan - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha/Kilimanjaro Airport & Departure.

After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive. The crater is a special place, home to many different animals including the Big Five: lions, elephants, buffalos, rhinos, and leopards. You’ll also see other wildlife like zebras, hippos, and flamingos. After enjoying a picnic lunch near a lake, you’ll head back to Arusha. Depending on your flight, you will be taken to either Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your departure, marking the end of your amazing safari in Tanzania!

  • Accommodation - End of tour (No accommodation).
  • Meal Plan - Breakfast & Lunch Included.

  • Park entry fees, Government fees & taxes.
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional).
  • A professional driver/guide.
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as an upgrade).
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional).
  • Bottled mineral water & Soda throughout the safari.
  • AMREF Flying Doctor Insurance.
  • Arrival and Departure Transfer.
  • All meals (As Specified).
  • All meals as specified to fit your preferences.
  • International flights (From/to home).
  • Additional accommodation before/end of the tour.
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day).
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusion section.

Important to Know.

~ Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

~ This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older.

~ Children under 12 receive a discount and children under 5 are free.

~ If an accommodation is fully booked, we will suggest a comparable alternative.

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Frequently Asked Questions

~ You make your inquiry with a preferred package (ready package or tailor-made package), your perfect dates, and the size of your group after looking through our guide and trip samples and deciding what you want for your safari.
~ We will discuss it with you and look over various options (consultations via direct messaging, calls, or emails whichever is convenient for you).
~ Following that, we will make tentative reservations for any group tour dates or lodging, if available, and, if not, we will look for other options and forward them to you as soon as the reservations are confirmed.
~ Will email an invoice and payment details for a deposit equal to 30% of the tour's total cost. Once your deposit has been made and received, you will receive a booking confirmation.

~ Experience hassle-free booking by selecting from our secure and convenient payment methods. Your dream adventure is just a few clicks away. We accept payment either by credit card, or by direct wire transfer!
~ Below are our bank details, and we accept Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. This is the fastest and easiest method of payment, as it avoids the necessity of complying with numerous banking procedures. However, please note that there is a 3.5% charge on top of the trip cost for credit card usage, which goes directly to the bank and not Nature Joy Discoveries.
Name on Account: NATURE JOY DISCOVERIES
Bank Account Number: 025C860020700
Bank Name: CRDB BANK - ARUSHA
Swift Code: CORUTZTZ
~ We will also email you the invoice, which you can use to start the payment process. as soon as we provide you with the officially Nature Joy Discoveries contract confirmation.

The itinerary given here requires that you will be traveling by car. At the beginning of your safari, we will pick you up at the airport and drop you off at the airport woth our cozy 4 x 4 vehicles.

There may be a way to cut down on the amount of time you spend in your car on this safari: you can choose to fly in your first safari destination at the beginning of the safari, fly back at the end, or do both. Please ask your Nature Joy Discoveries tour consultant about this if it interests you.

We have the best terms and conditions that will suit every traveler who chooses to book with us. Click the link and read them carefully.

~ All travelers entering from or passing through nations where yellow fever is endemic must have a yellow fever vaccination.
~ Avoid wearing black and blue clothing during game drive as these colors have been known to attract Tsetse flies.
~ Pack light clothing for your safari, such as pants, long-sleeved shirts, hats, sunglasses, and sun cream.
~ Bring a camera for photos and binoculars, if you don't have a binocular, you can get it from us.
~ Visas are required for entry into Tanzania; foreigners can apply for a visa online prior to travel.
~ Bring a passport that is valid for at least six months after the date of entry and/or visa insurance.
~ Bring a warm sweater and jacket because the nighttime temperatures can drop to 5 C.

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