7 Day The Big Five Encounter – Premium Safari

7 days / 6 nights

Duration

7 days / 6 nights

Stops

7 destinations

Nights on tour

6

FromUSD 11,466per person

Overview

About this trip

This 7-day premium safari with Elevated Tanzania Safaris is designed for travelers who wish to experience Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations while enjoying the comfort of high-quality luxury accommodations.

This premium safari offers an exceptional opportunity to encounter the legendary Big Five while exploring some of Tanzania’s most famous wildlife destinations including Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara. With extended time in the Serengeti for remarkable wildlife encounters, attractive landscapes and carefully selected premium accommodations, this journey combines adventure, comfort and amazing safari experiences guided by experienced professionals from Elevated Tanzania Safaris.

The journey takes you through the diverse landscapes of Tarangire National Park, the endless wildlife rich plains of the Serengeti, the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, and the scenic Lake Manyara National Park. With excellent opportunities to encounter the legendary Big Five, this carefully designed safari combines perfect wildlife viewing, all time amazing wildlife scenery and comfortable lodges to create a truly memorable African safari experience.

Day by day

Detailed itinerary

  1. Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your private Elevated Tanzania safari guide will be waiting to greet and assist you warmly for your Tanzania Safari adventure. From the airport, enjoy a comfortable drive to your boutique lodge or hotel in Arusha, a peaceful city nestled at the foot of Mount Meru and the gateway to Tanzania's famous northern safari circuit.

    Upon arrival, settle into your elegant surroundings with refreshing welcome drinks before enjoying a carefully prepared gourmet lunch featuring fresh local and international flavors. The remainder of the afternoon is yours to relax at your own pace. You may relax at the lodge or hotel and enjoy the peaceful surroundings while preparing for the exciting wildlife adventure ahead. Arusha serves as the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit and offers a comfortable and relaxing start to your safari.

Package

What's included & excluded

Included

  • Airport transfers (pick-up and drop-off as per itinerary)
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Private 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • Bottled mineral drinking water during safari
  • All national park entrance fees and government taxes
  • Ngorongoro Crater service fee
  • All game drives and activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • Full-board accommodation during the safari (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • Picnic lunches during game drives

Not included

  • International flights to and from Tanzania
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Alcoholic beverages and drinks at lodges/camps
  • Laundry services at lodges or camps
  • Tips and gratuities for guide and lodge staff
  • Personal expenses such as souvenirs and optional activities
  • Any services not specifically mentioned in the program

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