Fidelity Safaris

Overview

This 5 days Tanzania Big Five safari is a classic Northern Circuit itinerary designed for travellers who want a compact but rewarding wildlife experience in Tanzania. The route combines Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater, giving guests a strong balance of elephant country, open Serengeti plains, and crater-floor wildlife viewing. Tarangire is ideal for elephant herds, baobab scenery, and seasonal wildlife around the Tarangire River. The Serengeti adds classic big cat territory, wide savannah landscapes, wildebeest, zebra, giraffe, buffalo, and many other species. The Ngorongoro Crater completes the safari with one of the best opportunities to look for the Big Five in a single day. This private 5 days Tanzania Big Five safari by Fidelity Safaris is suitable for first-time safari travellers, couples, families, and wildlife lovers who want a strong Tanzania safari without requiring a long holiday.

Highlights

  • 5 days Tanzania Big Five safari designed for travellers who want a classic Northern Circuit wildlife experience
  • Visit Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater in one well-planned itinerary
  • Enjoy strong chances to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos in Tanzania’s most rewarding wildlife areas
  • Explore Tarangire National Park, known for elephant herds, baobab landscapes, and the Tarangire River wildlife corridor
  • Experience the Serengeti plains, famous for big cats, grazing herds, open savannah, and outstanding safari photography
  • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for one of East Africa’s most concentrated wildlife viewing experiences
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for comfortable game viewing and photography
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide with local knowledge of Northern Tanzania parks
  • Comfortable lodge or tented camp accommodation with meals included during the safari
  • Operated by Fidelity Safaris with flexible planning from Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport

Itinerary

Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, meet your Fidelity Safaris guide and drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park for your first game drive. Tarangire is a strong start to a 5 days Tanzania Big Five safari because it is known for elephant herds, baobab trees, riverine habitats, open savannah, and varied wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park and continue exploring in the afternoon before driving to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Lunch • Dinner
Accommodation: Tarangire or Karatu lodge
Inclusions
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Game drives and wildlife viewing as stated in the itinerary
  • Park fees for Tarangire National Park and Serengeti National Park
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area and crater service fees
  • Accommodation during the safari
  • Meals as stated in the itinerary
  • Drinking water during game drives
  • Airport pickup and drop-off as arranged
  • Government taxes and levies related to the safari
Exclusions
  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for safari guide and lodge staff
  • Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks unless stated
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, souvenirs, and phone calls
  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
  • Pre-safari or post-safari accommodation unless added

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Selected package 5 Days Tanzania Big Five Safari Package
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Game drives and wildlife viewing as stated in the itinerary
  • Park fees for Tarangire National Park and Serengeti National Park
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area and crater service fees
  • Accommodation during the safari
  • Meals as stated in the itinerary
  • Drinking water during game drives
  • Airport pickup and drop-off as arranged
  • Government taxes and levies related to the safari

FAQs

Is this 5 days Tanzania Big Five safari good for first-time travellers?

Yes. This itinerary is ideal for first-time safari travellers because it combines Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro in a clear 5 days / 4 nights route with strong wildlife viewing and manageable logistics from Arusha.