9 Day Big Five Safari

9 Day Big Five Safari

The 9 Day Big Five Safari is a premium wildlife adventure designed for travelers who want to experience Africa’s most iconic animals in their natural habitats. This safari focuses on Tanzania’s famous Northern Circuit, providing the best chance to see the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros—across spectacular national parks such as Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, the vast Serengeti National Park, and the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater.

This 9 day Big Five safari is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, families, and couples seeking an immersive and unforgettable safari experience.

9 Day Big Five Safari – Suggested Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha. Safari briefing and rest to prepare for the adventure.

Day 2: Tarangire National Park

Drive to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. Tarangire is known for large elephant herds, baobab trees, lions, giraffes, and diverse birdlife. Overnight at lodge or tented camp.

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park

Explore Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and hippos. Enjoy a scenic game drive through lush forests along the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Overnight near the park.

Day 4: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park

Travel through the Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti National Park. Wildlife spotting along the way and an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti plains. Overnight at lodge or tented camp.

Day 5–6: Serengeti National Park

Spend two full days in Serengeti exploring its vast plains and diverse ecosystems. Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and wildebeest herds. Seasonal highlights include the Great Wildebeest Migration.

Day 7: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Morning game drive in Serengeti before transferring to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Overnight at a lodge on the crater rim with spectacular views.

Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari. The crater is one of Africa’s best places to spot the endangered black rhino, along with lions, buffalo, hippos, hyenas, and abundant birdlife.

Day 9: Return to Arusha – Departure

After breakfast, drive back to Arusha for airport transfer or onward travel arrangements.

Safari Highlights

• Big Five wildlife encounters in multiple parks

• Extended Serengeti exploration for predators and migration

• Full-day Ngorongoro Crater safari

• Professional English-speaking safari guide

• Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof

• Accommodation options: luxury, mid-range, or budget

• Optional Maasai cultural experience

Wildlife You May Encounter

During the 9 day Big Five safari, you may see lions hunting on the Serengeti plains, leopards resting in acacia trees, elephant herds in Tarangire, buffalo grazing in Ngorongoro, and possibly the rare black rhino. Other wildlife includes cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, hippos, hyenas, and over 500 species of birds.

Best Time for 9 Day Big Five Safari

This safari operates year-round. The dry season (June–October) is ideal for wildlife viewing, while the green season (November–May) offers lush scenery, fewer crowds, and excellent birdwatching.

Book Your 9 Day Big Five Safari

Experience Africa’s most legendary animals on this immersive 9 day Big Five safari. Contact us today to customize your itinerary and create unforgettable wildlife memories in Tanzania.