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6 Days Big Five Through the Lens
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6 Days Big Five Through the Lens

A photography-led safari built around the Big Five. Spend six days with a specialist guide and private vehicle in Tarangire, the Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, photographing lion, leopard, e...

Duration6 days / 5 nights
CategoryPremium
USD 4,090 per person
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Trip Overview

Duration 6 days / 5 nights
Category Premium
From $4,090
Trip overview

What to Expect

A photography-led safari built around the Big Five. Spend six days with a specialist guide and private vehicle in Tarangire, the Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, photographing lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino in the best light.

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Why this journey

Trip Highlights

Specialist photography guide with wildlife and lighting expertise
Private 4x4 configured with bean bags, camera mounts and charging ports
Flexible golden-hour departures for the best natural light
Tarangire elephants framed by ancient baobabs
Central Serengeti lion prides, leopards and cheetahs
Ngorongoro Crater black rhino, lions, elephants and buffalo
All park fees, full-board accommodation and airport transfers included
6 stops

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1 Day

Arusha → Tarangire National Park

Your photography safari begins with a morning pickup from your Arusha hotel. After a briefing on camera settings and vehicle positioning, drive to Tarangire National Park. Spend the afternoon on a slow game drive along the Tarangire River.
StayTarangire Safari Lodge (or similar)
MealsB / L / D
  • Morning pickup and photography briefing
  • Afternoon game drive along the Tarangire River
  • Elephants against baobabs in golden light
  • Introduction to vehicle positioning and camera support
2 Day

Tarangire → Central Serengeti

Depart after an early breakfast and drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards the Serengeti. The transit is a game drive in itself. Enter the Serengeti by midday, check in at camp and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, head out for your first Serengeti shoot in the Seronera Valley.
StaySerengeti Heritage Camp (or similar)
MealsB / L / D
  • Scenic drive through Ngorongoro highlands
  • En route wildlife and landscape photography
  • Afternoon Seronera Valley game drive
  • First light on the Serengeti plains
3 Day

Full Day Central Serengeti

A full day in the Serengeti's photographic heart. Start before dawn to catch the first light. After a bush breakfast, continue through the Seronera Valley, focusing on lion prides, leopards in trees, cheetahs on termite mounds, elephant herds and buffalo at waterholes.
StaySerengeti Heritage Camp (or similar)
MealsB / L / D
  • Pre-sunrise departure for first light
  • Lion prides and leopards in the Seronera Valley
  • Cheetah sightings on the open plains
  • Midday image review and rest at camp
  • Sunset shoot at a scenic kopje
4 Day

Full Day Serengeti — Big Five Across Sectors

Today you expand your range, exploring different sectors of the Serengeti ecosystem to target each member of the Big Five. Morning light is spent in areas known for leopard and lion activity, while the afternoon may take you toward elephant corridors and open plains.
StaySerengeti Heritage Camp (or similar)
MealsB / L / D
  • Targeted Big Five photography day
  • Multiple sectors for varied backgrounds
  • Behaviour and action shots
  • Bush lunch in the field
  • Late-afternoon predator tracking
5 Day

Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater

Leave the Serengeti after breakfast and drive toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive at the crater rim in time for lunch at Rhino Lodge, then descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. This is your best opportunity to complete the Big Five portfolio.
StayRhino Lodge (on crater rim)
MealsB / L / D
  • Scenic drive from Serengeti to Ngorongoro
  • Descend into Ngorongoro Crater
  • Black rhino, lions, elephants and buffalo
  • Lake Magadi flamingos and highland views
6 Day

Ngorongoro → Arusha → Moshi (Overnight)

Your final morning begins with an early crater rim shoot or a short descent to capture the caldera in first light. After breakfast at Rhino Lodge, drive back to Arusha for lunch. Continue to Moshi where a comfortable hotel night is included.
StayPark View Inn Moshi (or similar)
MealsB / L / D
  • Final morning light shoot at Ngorongoro
  • Breakfast on the crater rim
  • Transfer to Arusha for lunch
  • Scenic drive to Moshi beneath Kilimanjaro
  • Hotel overnight in Moshi
What's covered

Included & Excluded

Everything you need for a seamless journey — and a clear view of what to arrange yourself.

What's included

  • Airport transfers (pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport and drop-off)
  • Private photography-modified 4x4 with pop-up roof, bean bags and camera mounts
  • Specialist English-speaking photography guide with extensive wildlife knowledge
  • All national park entry fees and conservation area fees
  • Ngorongoro Crater descent fee and vehicle fee
  • 5 nights full-board accommodation — lodges and tented camps
  • Final hotel night in Moshi with dinner and breakfast
  • All meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Bottled water supplied daily in the safari vehicle and at accommodations
  • Flexible golden-hour game drives with no rushing between sightings
  • AMREF Flying Doctors emergency air evacuation cover
  • 24/7 operations support from our Arusha and Moshi teams
  • All government taxes and VAT

Not included

  • International flights to and from Tanzania
  • Tanzania visa fees (USD 50 or USD 100 depending on nationality)
  • Travel insurance (mandatory — must cover medical evacuation and trip cancellation)
  • Tips for guides and camp staff (recommended USD 15–25 per guest per day)
  • Personal expenses — souvenirs, curios, alcoholic beverages, phone calls
  • Optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti (USD 550 per person)
  • Laundry services at lodges (charged separately where not complimentary)
  • Camera equipment, memory cards and personal photography accessories
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Important information

Practical details every traveller should read before confirming. We'll cover everything again in your pre-departure pack.

Visa & Entry

Most nationalities need a Tanzanian tourist visa (USD 50, or USD 100 for US passport holders). Apply online or obtain on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry.

Travel Insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance with medical evacuation cover is mandatory. We recommend policies that cover camera gear and remote-area game drives. AMREF Flying Doctors air evacuation cover is included in all our safaris for peace of mind.

Health & Vaccinations

Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if travelling from a country with yellow fever risk. Anti-malaria prophylaxis is strongly recommended. Consult a travel clinic 6–8 weeks before departure for the latest advice.

Payment & Deposits

A 30% deposit confirms your booking; the balance is due 45 days before arrival. We accept bank transfers and credit cards (3% processing fee on cards). Free rescheduling is available up to 30 days before departure.

Photography Vehicle

Your private 4x4 is fitted with a pop-up roof, bean bags, camera mounts and charging ports. The vehicle is configured for just two to four photographers so everyone has window access and space to rotate angles.

Best Season

June to October offers dry weather, thin grass and excellent Big Five visibility. December to February brings green-season light, calving activity and fewer vehicles. Both windows are outstanding for photography.

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before your safari. Can't find your answer? Get in touch.

June to October (dry season) offers the best wildlife viewing with animals congregating around water sources. January to March is great for calving season in the Serengeti. The Great Migration crosses the Mara River roughly July to October.
Yes! Most lodges welcome children aged 6 and above. Some luxury camps have minimum age requirements. We offer child-friendly itineraries with shorter drives and educational activities.
Neutral-coloured clothing (khaki, green, brown), a warm jacket for early mornings, sun hat, sunscreen, binoculars, camera with zoom lens, and comfortable walking shoes. We provide a detailed packing list upon booking.
Tanzania is a malaria zone. We strongly recommend antimalarial prophylaxis and consulting your travel doctor 6-8 weeks before departure. Mosquito repellent and long sleeves in the evening are also advised.
All our safaris include accommodation, all meals, game drives in 4x4 vehicles, park entrance fees, professional English-speaking guide, airport transfers, and bottled water. International flights and tips are typically excluded.
Absolutely. All our safaris can be tailored to your interests, budget, and schedule. Contact us with your preferences and we will create a bespoke itinerary for you.
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6 Days Big Five Through the Lens

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