5 Days Tanzania Big 5 Safari Journey

From $ 1,980 pp

Duration: 5 Days

Tour Type: Wildlife

Trip Overview

Experience the wonders of northern Tanzania with Sweet Memory Adventure on this unforgettable 5 Days Tanzania Big 5 Safari Journey. Explore three iconic wildlife destinations—Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater—while enjoying exciting game drives, breathtaking scenery, and opportunities to encounter Africa’s incredible wildlife.

Your adventure begins in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its impressive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Continue to the legendary Serengeti, where vast open plains provide a remarkable setting for game drives in search of lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and zebras. Depending on the season and the location of the herds, you may also witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration.

The safari concludes at the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its dramatic volcanic landscape and rich concentration of wildlife. Descend into the crater for an exciting game drive with opportunities to search for the Big Five and many other fascinating animals before returning to Arusha with lasting memories of Tanzania’s wilderness.

With Sweet Memory Adventure, enjoy a carefully planned safari that combines wildlife discovery, stunning landscapes, and authentic African adventure. Big Five sightings are possible but cannot be guaranteed, as wildlife moves freely in its natural habitat.

Game drive in Tarangire National Park among elephants, lions, and baobab trees.

Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Highlands.

Full-day Serengeti game drives with wildlife and migration sightings (seasonal).

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable Big Five experience.

Itinerary In Details

Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Begin your adventure with a drive to Tarangire National Park, a landscape defined by majestic baobabs and large elephant herds. Enjoy an afternoon game drive to spot lions, giraffes, zebras, and over 400 bird species. Later, check in at your lodge or camp and enjoy a relaxed evening surrounded by the wilderness.

Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, head to the Serengeti, crossing the Great Rift Valley and the Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, watch the scenery change from lush highlands to sweeping plains. Enter the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive, where you’ll start encountering its famed wildlife, from lions and cheetahs to elephants and wildebeest. Overnight in a Serengeti lodge or tented camp.

Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti

Spend the day on morning and afternoon game drives across the Serengeti, a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts. Depending on the season, you might witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras move across the plains in search of fresh grazing. Even outside the migration, the Serengeti offers incredible sightings of the Big Five and more. Return to camp for dinner and stargazing.

Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Take a final early morning game drive in the Serengeti before traveling toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, you may stop at a Maasai village for a cultural experience. By evening, arrive at your lodge on the crater rim, where panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater provide a stunning backdrop for the night.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Today you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” The crater floor is home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, including a healthy population of black rhinos. With luck, you may complete your Big Five checklist in a single day. After a picnic lunch in the crater, begin your return journey, concluding your unforgettable safari.

Includes

  • Airport pickup and drop off
  • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Professional, English-speaking guide
  • Overnight accommodation according to the itinerary
  • Meals while on safari
  • Mineral water
  • All government taxes
  • All mentioned activities
  • All national park fees

Excludes

  • International or Local Flights
  • Optional activities
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance

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What our customers say

At Sweet Memory Adventure, we are honored to receive wonderful feedback from our guests, with many praising our exceptional service, unforgettable experiences, and dedication to creating memorable journeys.

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Great first Safari experience!! We did 3 different game drives and saw every animal in abundance except for a lion-- although we did see vultures but couldn't pin point it. Moses was super helpful in communicating all of the prices and plans in advance and our guide, Hassan, was amazing. It was sad leaving him at the end of the trip but we will for sure stay in contact. The lodging both inside the camp and the nicer one outside for the 2nd night were both nice. All of the food was so so good and visiting the Maasai village on the 2nd day was a huge highlight of our trip. 100% would recommend to anyone.
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Artix
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Unforgettable Adventure! We had an amazing four-day safari in Mikumi and Selous with unforgettable memories. The start was great, the communication was easy and Moses was very flexible to our needs. From the first moment Zack was the perfect guide with an impressive knowledge about animals, their behaviour and the ecosystem. He knows the huge biodiversity of Tanzania very well and identifies animals easily by voices and tracks. It was a breathtaking feeling to see elephants close enough to touch. Besides nature and wildlife, Zack takes us on a journey through the impressive culture and daily life of people in Tanzania. We are very thankful. Zack was not just a top tour guide but also a very kind and friendly company. Moreover, accommodations were wonderful and the food was really good. It was an adventure of a lifetime. Next safari is safe! We are very thankful and highly recommend Sweet Memory Adventure. Asante sana!
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6stars experience 3days 2nights Safari at Mikumi NP with our super friendly and profesional guide/driver Nico was over our expectations!!! We saw hundreds of animals, we saw them really all🦓🐘🦛🦒🦁🐊🦌🐃 Highly recommend this company! Thank you Moses for organizing all this for us 🙏 and as you don't need much staff to bring with you please fill your luggage with some toys, pencils,exercise books, dresses. Local kids will fill your heart with the gratitude 💝💝💝
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Explendid adventure for the whole family! Had the most exciting trip with Sweet Memories Adventures with my family and enjoyed the holidays to the maximum.Keep up with the good work guys👌
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Personally I should admit by saying that i was extremely satisfied with Sweet Memories Adventures. The owner is courteous and very very helpful from the beginning organizing our trip to Tanzania, always available. Professional, organized, simply superb. I highly recommend it. Sweet memories Adventures will make your dreams come true. thanks for the awesome unforgettable experience
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Excellent Hospitality I must say that i was extremely satisfied with Sweet Memories Adventures. The owner is courteous and very very helpful from the beginning organizing our trip to Tanzania, always available. Professional, organized, simply superb. I highly recommend it. Sweet memories Adventures will make your dreams come true. thanks for the awesome unforgettable experience

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