Small Group_10 Days Big 5 Adventure ( Return Airfare)

10 days · small group · Charter flight included

Discover the very best of Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit on this unforgettable journey through some of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife destinations. From the lush forests of Arusha National Park and the elephant-filled plains of Tarangire to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and the endless savannahs of the Serengeti, this itinerary combines exceptional wildlife encounters, stunning scenery, and comfortable accommodations throughout.

What's included

Round-trip international charter flight

Meet & greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Private airport and road transfers throughout

2 nights at Four Points by Sheraton Arusha

2 nights at Burunge Tented Camp

2 nights at Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge

2 nights at Land of Nature Camp Serengeti

1 night at Four Points by Sheraton Arusha

Scheduled flight from Serengeti to Arusha

Private 4×4 safari vehicle with professional English-speaking driver-guide

Unlimited game drives as per itinerary

Guided game drives in Arusha National Park, Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park

Bottled drinking water during safari

Park entrance fees and conservation fees

Dedicated EXG Safaris ground support

Government taxes and VAT

Meals: 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 9 dinners (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)

Small group — max 14 travellers per group

Pricing

Standard: $10,290 per person

Guaranteed Private Room & Tent: +$1,807 per person

Reserve with a 20% deposit — it counts toward your trip total.

Day by day

Day 1 BLD

Arrival in Tanzania (Arusha)

Four Points by Sheraton Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your EXG Safaris representative and transferred to Four Points by Sheraton Arusha. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing after your international flight.

🛏 Four Points by Sheraton Arusha · Meals: BLD

Day 2 BLD

Arusha National Park

Four Points by Sheraton Arusha

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day safari in Arusha National Park, one of Tanzania’s hidden gems. Explore diverse habitats ranging from lush montane forests and open grasslands to the beautiful Momella Lakes. Look out for giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, colobus monkeys, flamingos (seasonal), and numerous bird species while enjoying spectacular views of Mount Meru.

🛏 Four Points by Sheraton Arusha · Meals: BLD

Day 3 BLD

Tarangire National Park

⁠ ⁠Lake Burunge Tented Lodge

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its giant baobab trees, impressive elephant herds, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy an afternoon game drive before arriving at your lodge overlooking the surrounding wilderness.

🛏 ⁠ ⁠Lake Burunge Tented Lodge · Meals: BLD

Day 4 BLD

Tarangire National Park

⁠ ⁠Lake Burunge Tented Lodge

Spend a full day exploring Tarangire National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. Follow the Tarangire River, where elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, and countless other animals gather throughout the year.

🛏 ⁠ ⁠Lake Burunge Tented Lodge · Meals: BLD

Day 5 BLD

Lake Manyara National Park

⁠Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a beautiful park known for its dramatic scenery, lush groundwater forests, large elephant herds, colorful birdlife, and the famous tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive through the park before continuing to your lodge near Ngorongoro for a relaxing evening.

🛏 ⁠Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge · Meals: BLD

Day 6 BLD

Ngorongoro Crater

⁠Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge

After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Home to one of Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife, the crater provides exceptional opportunities to spot the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before returning to your lodge.

🛏 ⁠Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge · Meals: BLD

Day 7 BLD

Serengeti National Park

Land of Nature Serengeti Camp

Following breakfast, journey through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and continue into the legendary Serengeti National Park. Enjoy game viewing en route as you travel across the endless plains before arriving at your camp.

🛏 Land of Nature Serengeti Camp · Meals: BLD

Day 8 BLD

Serengeti National Park

Land of Nature Serengeti Camp

Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Search for lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, buffalo, and, depending on the season, witness the incredible Great Migration.

🛏 Land of Nature Serengeti Camp · Meals: BLD

Day 9 BLD

Fly to Arusha

Four Points by Sheraton Arusha

After breakfast and a final morning game drive (time permitting), transfer to the Serengeti Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Arusha. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to Four Points by Sheraton Arusha for your final evening in Tanzania.

🛏 Four Points by Sheraton Arusha · Meals: BLD

Day 10 BLD

Departure

After breakfast, enjoy some leisure time before your private transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward international flight.

Meals: BLD

About this safari

Accommodation note: Hotels shown are our primary partner properties and are subject to availability. Where necessary, a confirmed alternative property may be provided. Your final accommodation details will be confirmed after booking.

Choose your departure date

Every date is the same safari — pick the one that suits you.

All dates208 Green Season121 Migration: Calving52 Migration: River Crossings69 Peak Season70

Showing Migration: Calving (Jan–Mar · southern Serengeti & Ndutu): 52 dates, 728 seats open. Seasons overlap: the Great Migration moves year-round, with calving in the south (Jan–Mar) and river crossings in the north (Jun–Sep).

January 2027

Wed, Jan 6, 2027

returns Fri, Jan 15, 2027 · ✈ flight included

14 seats left