9 Day Safari With Big Five

9 Day Safari with Big Five – Ultimate Tanzania Wildlife Adventure

A 9 Day Safari with Big Five is designed for travelers who want the best chance to see Africa’s most iconic animals — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino — in their natural habitat. This carefully crafted itinerary explores Tanzania’s most wildlife-rich parks including Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, and Lake Manyara National Park.

With extended game drives and expert guiding, this 9-day safari maximizes your opportunities to encounter all members of the Big Five.

Why Choose a 9 Day Big Five Safari?

• Extended time in Serengeti for predator sightings

• Ngorongoro Crater offers one of the best chances to see the endangered black rhino

• Tarangire is famous for massive elephant herds

• Diverse landscapes from savannah plains to volcanic crater ecosystems

• Ideal for wildlife photographers and first-time safari travelers

Suggested 9 Day Big Five Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer to hotel for safari briefing and overnight.

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Full-day game drive in Tarangire searching for elephants, lions, buffalo, and other wildlife.

Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara

Morning transfer to Lake Manyara for wildlife viewing including tree-climbing lions and hippos.

Day 4: Lake Manyara – Serengeti

Scenic drive through Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti. Afternoon game drive.

Day 5: Full Day Serengeti Safari

Track lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras.

Day 6: Serengeti Exploration

Another full day focusing on predator action and migration routes (seasonal).

Day 7: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Morning game drive before heading to Ngorongoro. Overnight on crater rim.

Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Descend into the crater for a full-day safari. This is one of the best places in Africa to spot black rhino along with lions, elephants, buffalo, and hippos.

Day 9: Return to Arusha & Departure

After breakfast, transfer back to Arusha for departure or optional extension.

Big Five Animals You May See

• Lion – commonly spotted in Serengeti and Ngorongoro

• Leopard – often seen resting in acacia trees in Serengeti

• Elephant – large herds in Tarangire and Ngorongoro

• Buffalo – widely distributed across all parks

• Black Rhino – best chance inside Ngorongoro Crater

Estimated Price Per Person (9 Days)

• Budget Safari: $1,900 – $2,700

• Mid-Range Safari: $2,900 – $4,200

• Luxury Safari: $5,000 – $9,500+

Prices vary depending on season, accommodation style, and group size.

A 9 Day Safari with Big Five offers the perfect balance of adventure, comfort, and wildlife encounters, making it one of the most popular Tanzania safari packages.