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7 Days Luxury Big Five Safari
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7 Days Luxury Big Five Safari

The ultimate Tanzania luxury safari — 7 days traversing Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti Central & North, and Ngorongoro Crater. Premium lodges, private 4x4 vehicle, dedicated professional guide, ...

Duration7 days / 6 nights
CategoryLuxury
USD 3,990 per person
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Trip Overview

Duration 7 days / 6 nights
Category Luxury
From $3,990
Trip overview

What to Expect

The ultimate Tanzania luxury safari — 7 days traversing Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti Central & North, and Ngorongoro Crater. Premium lodges, private 4x4 vehicle, dedicated professional guide, and all the luxury touches that transform a safari into a once-in-a-lifetime journey.

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Why this journey

Trip Highlights

Private 4x4 vehicle with dedicated professional safari guide
All Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, black rhino
Great Migration river crossings in Northern Serengeti (Jul–Oct)
Optional sunrise balloon safari over the Serengeti plains
Luxury lodges and premium tented camps with butler service
Sundowner cocktails, bush breakfasts, and infinity pools
Ngorongoro Crater half-day game drive — highest-density Big Five habitat
7 stops

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1 Day

Arusha → Lake Manyara

Your luxury safari begins with a morning pickup from your Arusha hotel. Meet your private guide and transfer to Lake Manyara National Park. After a picnic lunch at a scenic viewpoint, embark on your first afternoon game drive.
StayLake Manyara Serena Lodge (luxury lodge)
MealsB / L / D
  • Pickup from Arusha hotel
  • Scenic drive along the Rift Valley escarpment
  • Tree-climbing lions in acacia trees
  • Flamingo flocks on the soda lake (seasonal)
  • Sundowner cocktails at lodge infinity pool
2 Day

Lake Manyara → Central Serengeti

After a leisurely breakfast with views over the Rift Valley, depart for the Serengeti. Arrive at your luxury tented camp in the Central Serengeti in time for lunch. The afternoon game drive explores the Seronera Valley.
StaySerengeti Pioneer Camp (luxury tented camp)
MealsB / L / D
  • Scenic drive through Ngorongoro highlands
  • Lunch at your luxury tented camp
  • Afternoon game drive in Seronera Valley
  • Lion prides on kopjes
  • Bush dinner under the stars
3 Day

Full Day Central Serengeti

A full day dedicated to exploring the Central Serengeti at its finest. Rise early for a sunrise game drive. Optional upgrade: a sunrise balloon safari over the Serengeti. Return to camp for a gourmet brunch by the pool.
StaySerengeti Pioneer Camp (luxury tented camp)
MealsB / L / D
  • Sunrise game drive with coffee and pastries
  • Optional balloon safari at dawn
  • Champagne bush breakfast on the plains
  • Afternoon game drive or poolside relaxation
  • Premium dinner and sundowner cocktails
4 Day

Central Serengeti → Northern Serengeti (Kogatende)

After breakfast, depart north towards the Kogatende sector of the Serengeti, following the Great Migration herds. The drive itself is a game drive, traversing the changing landscapes. Arrive at Mara Under Canvas in the late afternoon.
StayMara Under Canvas (mobile luxury camp, seasonal)
MealsB / L / D
  • Northern transit through migration corridors
  • Picnic lunch in the bush
  • Check-in at mobile luxury camp
  • Afternoon tea and sundowner cocktails
  • Gourmet dinner under canvas
5 Day

Full Day Northern Serengeti (Mara River)

The pinnacle of your luxury safari. A full day in the Northern Serengeti focused entirely on the Great Migration river crossings and the extraordinary predator activity that surrounds them.
StayMara Under Canvas (mobile luxury camp)
MealsB / L / D
  • Extended Mara River game drives
  • Wildebeest crossing spectacles (in season)
  • Gourmet bush lunch on the riverbank
  • Large predator tracking — lions, leopards, cheetahs
  • Campfire sundowners and stargazing
6 Day

Northern Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater

Morning game drive en route as you depart the Northern Serengeti and head towards the Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater rim in the early afternoon. After lunch at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, descend 610 metres into the crater for a half-day game drive.
StayNgorongoro Crater Lodge (luxury lodge on crater rim)
MealsB / L / D
  • En route game drive through Central Serengeti
  • Scenic ascent to the Ngorongoro Highlands
  • Half-day crater floor game drive
  • Black rhino viewing in the caldera
  • Sundowners overlooking the crater from your lodge
7 Day

Ngorongoro → Arusha → Moshi (Overnight)

A final morning game drive on the crater floor as the early light filters through the mist. After a late breakfast at the lodge, depart the highlands and descend to Arusha for lunch. Continue to Moshi where a comfortable hotel overnight awaits.
StayPark View Inn Moshi (or similar)
MealsB / L / D
  • Early morning crater floor game drive
  • Late breakfast at the lodge
  • Scenic drive to Arusha and Moshi
  • Maasai village views en route
  • 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

  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
  • Dedicated professional English-speaking safari guide
  • 6 nights luxury accommodation — premium lodges and tented camps
  • All meals — gourmet breakfasts, bush lunches, multi-course dinners
  • Premium drinks — fine wines, spirits, cocktails, soft drinks, bottled water
  • Complimentary laundry service at all lodges and camps
  • Airport transfers (pickup and drop-off)
  • All national park and conservation area entry fees
  • Ngorongoro Crater descent and vehicle fees
  • Sundowner cocktails daily at scenic viewpoints
  • Balloon safari option (bookable in advance, extra cost)
  • AMREF Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover
  • 24/7 operations support from our Arusha team
  • All government taxes and VAT

Not included

  • International and domestic flights
  • Tanzania visa (USD 50 on arrival)
  • Travel insurance (mandatory — must cover medical evacuation)
  • Tips for guides and camp staff (recommended USD 20–30 per day)
  • Balloon safari (USD 550 per person, bookable in advance)
  • Souvenirs, curios, and personal purchases
  • Spa treatments at lodges (where available)
  • Premium champagne and special-order spirits
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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 passports). You can apply online or get a visa on arrival at JRO. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months.

Travel Insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance with medical evacuation cover is mandatory. We recommend policies that cover game drives in remote areas. AMREF Flying Doctors air evacuation is included in all our safaris.

Health & Vaccinations

Yellow fever certificate is required if arriving from a yellow fever country. Anti-malaria prophylaxis is recommended. Consult a travel clinic 6–8 weeks before departure.

Payment & Deposits

A 30% deposit confirms your booking; the balance is due 45 days before arrival. We accept bank transfer and card (3% fee). Free rescheduling up to 30 days before departure.

Tipping

Tipping is customary and an important part of staff income. Guidelines are shared in your pre-trip pack — typically USD 20–30 per guest per day for guides and camp staff on luxury safaris.

Group Size & Privacy

This luxury safari runs with a maximum of 8 guests to ensure exclusivity and personalised service. Private departures with your own vehicle and guide are available year-round on request.

What to Pack

Neutral-coloured clothing, warm layers for morning drives, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, binoculars, camera with zoom lens. Laundry service is included at most luxury lodges.

Responsible Tourism

We follow strict ethical wildlife protocols — no off-road driving, respectful distances, and zero tolerance for interfering with natural behaviour. Bush Lion Tours supports local Maasai communities and conservation projects.

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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7 Days Luxury Big Five Safari

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