Tanzania Big Five Safari & Tribes
The magic of your African wildlife safari experience runs deep in the very heart of Tanzania, “the Soul of Africa” to offer you lifetime memories. On this comprehensive Big Five safari and culture tour, you will be enchanted by all that Tanzania has to offer. Tanzania is the perfect destination for anyone wishing to experience a trip of a lifetime and cross off a lifelong dream of being in the presence of Africa’s magnificent wildlife.
Tanzania is home to some of Africa’s most beautiful national parks, including the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you can treasure the Cradle of Humanity and the Great Migration. You will come across the magical creatures and spellbinding sights encompassing Tanzania’s beautiful wilderness as you weave from Tarangire to Lake Eyasi.
Accompanied by your knowledgeable local guide, you will be invited to an immersive cultural exploration with Hadzabe indigenous tribe. These hunter-gathering bushmen have lived in this area for centuries, and their local customs and traditions have a long history that can be traced back to their ancestors. You will transfer to the Nilotic-speaking Datoga tribe in the area after some time has passed while you get used to their distinct way of life. After seeing traditional dance performances, exploring their collections of medicinal plants, and discovering animal tracking techniques, have lunch before leaving for the airport. Without a doubt, you will witness incredible cultural and wildlife moments with peace, solitude and comfort like you have never experienced before.
Naturally, this unique itinerary will fulfil your hopes of seeing the Big Five (buffaloes, rhinos, elephants, leopards and lions), The Great Wildebeest Migration, and African Big Cats. You will also see plenty of other incredible wildlife that are found in Tanzania’s remarkable wildlife sanctuaries including Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara and the vast Serengeti National Park.
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Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti
HIGHLIGHTS
➤ Explore the raw wilderness of Tarangire National Park, observing up to 300 elephant populations against the backdrop of baobabs
➤ Descend into the abundant Ngorongoro Crater and discover why it’s one of nature’s most incredible phenomena. In just one afternoon, you can spot the entire Big Five safari animals, spend time with hippos and flamingos covering the lake, and hang out with lions resting in the shade of your safari vehicle
➤ Spend three days exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti, home to the great wildebeest migration, a remarkable collection of big cats, and a lifetime of unforgettable memories
➤ Wind through the lush landscapes of Lake Manyara to find tree-climbing lions, serene giraffes, and an eclectic juxtaposition of colors
➤ Visit a Maasai village at Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you will enjoy dancing, singing and storytelling. Get insights into how several generations of these local tribes have lived around the area for hundreds of years and continue to preserve their cultures and traditions in today’s world
➤ Wander in Tarangire on a walking safari set to show off the park’s smallest creatures and allow you to experience up-close encounters with the wildlife
INCLUSIONS
- Accommodation as detailed;
- All food – breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals during safari;
- Bottled drinking water, coffee, tea, and breakfast juices are included at all locations;
- Dedicated private, professional English-speaking safari guide and exclusive use of spacious, customized photographic safari Land Cruisers 4×4 (enclosed with pop-up roof/roll-up canvas for game viewing) from start to finish;
- Services of qualified local English-speaking guides, drivers, and rangers;
- Entrance fees for sightseeing, national park concession fees, and camping fees (all national parks);
- Bean bags for camera support;
- Free Wi-Fi wherever available, charging stations and a stocked fridge in your Land Cruiser;
- All government and airport taxes and fees;
- Emergency evacuation insurance;
EXCLUSIONS
- International and domestic flights;
- Travel and personal accident insurance;
- Visa, passport, vaccinations, medicines;
- Gratuities for airport transfer drivers, safari guides, hotel and camp staff;
- Expenditure on personal bar bills, souvenirs, and personal items;
- Optional excursions/activities not detailed in the itinerary;
- Any additional services requested;
- Free Wi-Fi wherever available, charging stations and a stocked fridge in your Land Cruiser;
- All government and airport taxes and fees;
- Emergency evacuation insurance;
PAYMENT PLAN
STANDARD PAYMENT TERMS
30% deposit due upon confirmation of safari
Balance of safari cost due 75 days prior to start date of safari
Why Go on a Private Tour?
- Your interests
- Your travel style
- Your expectations and schedule
Ultimately, you will choose exactly what you’d like to do, when you would like to start your private safari trip, and where you’d like to go.
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Departure/Return Location
Kilimanjaro International Airport [JRO] -
Dress Code
Light casual attire in sensible, neutral colors and a warm jacket for evening game drives are safe choices to make all year round when packing for your Tanzania safari.
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DAY TO DAY ITINERARY
DAY 1: ARUSHA, TANZANIA (ONE NIGHT)
DAY 2 & 3: TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK (TWO NIGHTS)
DAY 4 & 5: NGORO NGORO CRATER HIGHLANDS (TWO NIGHTS)
DAY 5, 6, 7 & 8: NORTHERN SERENGETI (FOUR NIGHTS)
DAY 9: KILIMANJARO & BEYOND (DAY ROOM AT MACHWEO WELLNESS & RETREAT)
Tour Location
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