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7-Day Classic Big Five Safari — Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara & Tarangire

7 Days | Private 4x4 | Classic Big Five
A timeless 7-day Tanzania safari hitting the legendary Big Five circuit: Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater — private 4×4, handpicked lodges.

Quick Facts

  • Style:  Private 4×4 road safari; optional fly‑in segments in Serengeti
  • Start/End: Arusha (JRO/ARK)
  • Parks/Areas: Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater
  • Best Months: Year‑round; route adapts to seasons

Why You’ll Love It (Highlights)

  • The definitive Northern Circuit: Tarangire’s baobabs & elephants; Lake Manyara’s forest and lakeshore; classic Serengeti big‑cat country; Ngorongoro Crater finale.
  • Tiered accommodation from charming classic lodges to show‑stopping luxury camps.
  • Optional sunrise balloon safari and a seamless add‑on to Zanzibar.

Season Definitions for Your Rate Card

  • Low:  April–May, November
  • High:  January–March, June, December 1–19
  • Peak:  July–October, December 20–January 5

Preferred Properties Along the Route.

Tarangire

Classic:
Sangaiwe Tented Lodge
Tarangire Safari Lodge

Luxury:
Nimali Tarangire
Tarangire Sopa Lodge

Ultra‑Luxury:
Lemala Mpingo Ridge
Chem Chem Lodge / Little Chem Chem

Lake Manyara / Karatu

Classic:

  • Marera Valley Lodge
  • Country Lodge Karatu

Luxury:

  • Acacia Farm Lodge
  • Kitela Lodge

Ultra‑Luxury:

  • Gibb’s Farm
  • The Highlands (Asilia)
Serengeti (Central/seasonal)

Classic:

  • Serengeti Kati Kati
  • Into Wild Africa

Luxury:

  • Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
  • Lemala Ewanjan

Ultra‑Luxury:

  • Four Seasons Serengeti
  • One Nature Nyaruswiga

Itenary

Day 1 – Arusha → Tarangire National Park

Area: Tarangire NP

Activities: PM game drive among baobabs & elephants

Meals: L, D • Accommodation: Tarangire (tier‑based)

Meet your guide and head to Tarangire. Afternoon game drive and sunset over the river valley.

Day 2 – Tarangire → Lake Manyara (or Karatu)

Area: Tarangire → Manyara/Karatu

Activities: AM drive Tarangire; PM game drive in Manyara

Meals: B, L, D • Accommodation: Karatu / Manyara (tier‑based)

Morning Tarangire drive then continue to Lake Manyara for a scenic forest-and-lake safari. Overnight near Karatu.

Day 3 – Karatu → Serengeti (via Ngorongoro Highlands)

Area: Karatu → Serengeti (Central)

Activities: Drive into Serengeti; PM game drive

Meals: B, L, D • Accommodation: Serengeti (tier‑based)

Climb the Ngorongoro Highlands and descend onto the plains. First Serengeti game drive in the afternoon.

Day 4 – Serengeti — Full day

Area: Serengeti (Central/seasonal)

Activities: Full‑day game drive with picnic lunch

Meals: B, L, D • Accommodation: Serengeti (tier‑based)

Work the Seronera river lines and open plains for predators and big herds.

Day 5 – Serengeti AM drive → Karatu

Area: Serengeti → Karatu

Activities: AM game drive; transfer to Karatu

Meals: B, L, D • Accommodation: Karatu (tier‑based)

Sunrise drive then head back through the highlands to Karatu.

Day 6 – Ngorongoro Crater tour

Area: Ngorongoro Crater

Activities: Half‑day crater descent & game drive

Meals: B, L, D • Accommodation: Karatu (tier‑based)

Descend into the World Heritage-listed caldera for concentrated Big Five viewing.

Upsell CTAs:

  • Optional Hot‑Air Balloon (Serengeti/Tarangire) — from $599 pp (season/zone dependent).
  • Zanzibar Extension — 4–7 nights beach add‑on; Classic from $1,150 pp (5D), Luxury from $1,650 pp (7D), Ultra‑Luxury on request.
Day 7 – Karatu → Arusha / Departure

Area: Karatu → Arusha

Activities: Easy morning; transfer to Arusha/airport

Meals: B • Accommodation: —

Return to Arusha with optional craft market stop and onward travel.

Upsell CTAs:

  • Optional Hot‑Air Balloon (Serengeti/Tarangire) — from $599 pp (season/zone dependent).
  • Zanzibar Extension — 4–7 nights beach add‑on; Classic from $1,150 pp (5D), Luxury from $1,650 pp (7D), Ultra‑Luxury on request.

Pricing Tiers (per person, twin‑share, 2 pax baseline)

  • Classic — From $2,790 pp
  • Luxury — From $4,350 pp
  • Ultra‑Luxury — From $6,650 pp

What’s Included

  • Private 4×4 vehicle with professional guide/driver (pop‑top roof)
  • Park & conservation fees per program
  • Accommodation per chosen tier (DBB/FB as specified)
  • Bottled water on game drives
  • All transfers between airport, lodges, and parks

What’s Not Included

  • International flights & visas
  • Travel insurance (recommended)
  • Meals & drinks not listed; premium beverages
  • Optional balloon safari & non-listed activities
  • Tips & personal expenses

Pricing & Terms

  • Prices are indicative per person for 2 adults, twin‑share; actual quotes vary by season, availability, and lodge selection.
  • Seasons for rate card: Low (April–May, November), High (January–March, June, December 1–19), Peak (July–October, December 20–January 5).
  • Group discounts apply for 4–6 pax and 8–12 pax (see rate card).
  • Deposit 30% to confirm; balance due 45 days before start; flexible date changes subject to partner terms.

FAQs

10. Can we add a balloon safari?
Yes — available in Central/Western/Northern Serengeti and sometimes Tarangire. Pre‑booking is essential and weather dependent.
11. Is this good for families?
Yes. We adapt pacing, mealtimes, and rooming to suit families (camp policies vary).
12. When is the best time?
Year‑round. Peak wildlife density runs Jul–Oct and Dec–Feb; Apr–May is lush and quieter with value pricing.

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