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12 Days Tanzania Big Five Private Experience Tour

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Duration : 11 Nights / 12 Days

Destination Covered : Arusha, Ngorongoro, Manyara

Tour Activities : Game Drives

Tour Themes : Wildlife, Safari Tours

USD 4200

Per Person

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* Mentioned prices may vary depending upon date of travel, hotel availability, surge pricing and seasonal rush.

Arusha, Ngorongoro and Manyara Tour Overview

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Tanzania, where luxury meets the untamed beauty of East Africa’s wildlife. This 12 Days Tanzania Big Five private experience blends relaxation with thrilling adventure, immersing you in the breathtaking diversity of Tanzania’s landscapes, cultures, and iconic wildlife. From the sweeping plains of the Serengeti to the majestic Ngorongoro Crater, this extraordinary safari offers a personalized and exclusive way to explore one of the world’s premier destinations for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

From the expansive savannahs to lush wetlands, you’ll explore diverse ecosystems while comfortably staying in top-tier accommodations. With expert guides by your side, you’ll witness nature’s raw beauty, spot the “Big Five,” and experience the awe-inspiring Great Migration. This safari promises more than a vacation—it’s a lifelong memory of Africa’s stunning wilderness.

Tour Features

Luxury Experience
Stay in well-appointed midrange lodges that combine rustic charm with modern comforts, ensuring you have a relaxing and memorable experience after exploring Tanzania’s stunning landscapes and encountering its iconic wildlife, including the Great Wildebeest Migration. The 12 Days Tanzania Big Five private experience offers the perfect balance of comfort and adventure, making every moment of your journey exceptional.

Private Tour
Enjoy a personalized adventure with your own dedicated guide and vehicle. While some activities may be shared with others, the tour is designed for intimacy and flexibility, offering a unique safari tailored to your interests. The 12 Days Tanzania Big Five private experience ensures that your safari is both exclusive and deeply immersive.

Flexible Start Dates
Begin your safari on any available date that suits your schedule, providing the ultimate flexibility in planning your adventure. With the 12 Days Tanzania Big Five private experience, you can choose the ideal time to witness the wonders of Tanzania at your own pace.

Customizable Itinerary
Tailor the itinerary to your preferences, adjusting destinations, activities, and the pace of the tour to ensure it aligns with your interests—whether focusing on wildlife, the Great Migration, or cultural exploration. The 12 Days Tanzania Big Five private experience allows you to craft a safari that perfectly matches your travel dreams.

Arusha, Ngorongoro and Manyara Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be met by your driver and transferred to the Mount Meru Hotel in Arusha. After checking in and settling into your accommodation, you will then be ready to begin your safari journey the following morning.

Day 2

Arusha - Tarangire National Park

After a hearty breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its towering baobab trees and large elephant herds. Though small, the park boasts a rich diversity of wildlife, rivaling Ngorongoro Crater in density. As you enter, vast plains dotted with baobabs create a stunning landscape, and you’ll spot lions, leopards, zebras, wildebeests, and more. The park is particularly known for its elephant herds. Enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch amidst nature, then continue your safari, capturing unforgettable photos of wildlife in their natural habitat. It’s a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.

Day 3

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, you will proceed with a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. This small park teems with wildlife, and the birdwatching opportunities are extraordinary. In fact, it is one of the few places in Africa where you can witness tree-climbing lions. Additionally, Manyara is home to vast flocks of stunning pink flamingos near the lake. Enjoy lunch at a picnic site, followed by dinner at the lodge. In the evening, you’ll have the option for a night game drive before returning for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4

Manyara - Lake Natron

After breakfast, you will journey toward Lake Natron. You’ll leave the paved road near Mto wa Mbu and continue on adventurous slopes along the East African Rift Valley. Along the way, you will pass Maasai villages and the holy mountain of the Maasai, Ol Doinyo Lengai. Upon reaching Lake Natron, you’ll be able to admire the breathtaking scenery and witness the remarkable variety of birds, especially the dwarf flamingos, which use the lake as a breeding ground. The water is highly saline, creating a surreal red-brown to purple-violet color. After hiking around the lake, you'll visit nearby waterfalls, an oasis perfect for swimming. You will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5

Natron - Serengeti North

After an early breakfast, your journey continues to Serengeti North. The drive leads you through the Rift Valley, eventually reaching the vast plains of Serengeti. Serengeti National Park, founded in 1951, is one of the oldest parks in Tanzania and home to an incredibly diverse and abundant wildlife population. Along with the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, Serengeti forms part of one of the world’s largest and most important migration systems. Every year, over 1.4 million wildebeests, 300,000 Thomson’s gazelles, 200,000 zebras, and thousands of topis migrate to greener pastures. Serengeti boasts over 3 million larger mammals, making it one of the richest wildlife areas in the world. After a scenic game drive, you will reach your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6

North Serengeti

After breakfast, you will embark on a full-day game drive in the Mara area, which is renowned as one of the prime locations for witnessing the Great Migration. The key feature in this region is the Mara River, and as a result, there is a high chance of observing the herds crossing the river, either heading north or returning south, depending on the timing. Furthermore, this spectacle offers one of the most thrilling experiences of the safari. In addition, the area is rich in kopjes, woodland, and open plains, which together create an incredibly scenic backdrop for wildlife viewing.. As the day comes to a close, you will return to your lodge for a well-deserved dinner and overnight stay.

Day 7

Serengeti North - Serengeti Central

Following breakfast, you will depart with a picnic lunch and then continue your game drive through the Lobo and Mbuzi Mawe areas, eventually heading toward the central Serengeti. Along the way, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife and enjoy the changing landscapes. The day’s goal is to spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife. After a picnic lunch, continue your game viewing journey and head to the Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 8

Central Serengeti National Park Full Day

Today, you will enjoy a full day of game drives around the central Serengeti. Depending on the time of year, you may witness the massive herds of wildebeests, accompanied by big cats, hyenas, and other predators that prey on the herds. Throughout the year, you will also see elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes, and many species of birds. At the end of the day, return to the Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 9

Serengeti - Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Today, enjoy a walking safari in the heart of Serengeti, escorted by an armed park ranger. This is a unique chance to explore the bush on foot, observing details like animal tracks, droppings, and plants with medicinal uses. After brunch, continue your game drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and overnight stay at the Lodge.

Day 10

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of game viewing. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to diverse wildlife, including zebras, elephants, lions, and the rare black rhino. Its stunning beauty and dramatic landscapes make it one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders.. In the late afternoon, return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Day 11

Mto wa Mbu - Arusha

After breakfast, travel to Mto wa Mbu for a cultural tour. Mto Wa Mbu Village offers a rich cultural program, allowing visitors to experience traditional Maasai ways of life through various activities and community projects. You can explore the village on foot, by bike, or on a hike, tasting local Tanzanian foods and engaging with the villagers. In the afternoon, you’ll return to Arusha for dinner and overnight.

Day 12