6 Days Big Five Safari in Northern Tanzania

Planet Lodge – Arusha

Arrival night and final night

Planet Lodge offers a peaceful and comfortable place to relax before and after your safari. Surrounded by green gardens, the lodge features comfortable rooms, private bathrooms, a restaurant, a bar and a swimming pool. Guests can enjoy local and international meals while relaxing in the garden surroundings. It is an ideal place to rest after your flight and recharge after your safari adventure.

Fanaka Lodge – Overnight after Tarangire

Day 2 accommodation

After exploring Tarangire National Park, you will travel to Fanaka Lodge for a relaxing evening. You can freshen up, enjoy dinner and rest in preparation for the journey to Serengeti National Park the following morning.

Osero Tented Camp – Serengeti National Park

Days 3 and 4 accommodation

Spend two nights at Osero Tented Camp, surrounded by the beautiful plains and natural wilderness of Serengeti National Park. The camp provides a safari-style stay where you can relax after exciting game drives and enjoy the atmosphere of the African wilderness. After dinner, unwind at camp and prepare for another day of wildlife exploration.

At Kiwia Africa Tours, we want every guest to feel comfortable, understand what they see and enjoy their journey with us. We can arrange safari and trekking guiding services in different languages, depending on availability and your travel dates.

Our aim is to help you enjoy Tanzania's wildlife, landscapes and local culture while making communication as easy as possible. Whether you are visiting for a Serengeti safari, a Ngorongoro Crater adventure please let us know your preferred language when making your enquiry. We will confirm the available guide optional before your booking is finalized.

Throughout your safari with Kiwia Africa Tours, we will arrange meals to keep you comfortable and energized during your adventure. Your day begins with breakfast at the lodge or tented camp before heading out to explore Tanzania's beautiful national parks.

During game drives, we will provide packed picnic lunches so you can enjoy your meal while spending more time exploring the wilderness. Depending on the day's schedule and your location, lunch may be enjoyed at a designated picnic site or at your accommodation.

In the evenings, you will enjoy dinner at your lodge or tented camp, with meals typically featuring a mix of local Tanzanian dishes and international favourites. Vegetarian meals and special dietary requirements can be arranged if you inform us in advance.

Meal plan:

Arrival day 1 Dinner at Planet Lodge, Arusha.

Day 2 – Tarangire: Breakfast at Planet Lodge, picnic lunch during the safari and dinner at Fanaka Lodge.

Day 3 – Serengeti: Breakfast at Fanaka Lodge, picnic lunch during the journey and dinner at Osero Tented Camp.

Day 4 – Serengeti: Breakfast at Osero Tented Camp, picnic lunch during the game drive and dinner at the camp.

Day 5 – Ngorongoro Crater: Breakfast at Osero Tented Camp, picnic lunch during the crater safari and dinner at Planet Lodge, Arusha.

Departure day 6: Breakfast at Planet Lodge, depending on your flight time.

Please let us know in advance if you have any food allergies, vegetarian preferences or other dietary requirements so we can make the necessary arrangements.

At Kiwia Africa Tours, we arrange your transfers from arrival to departure so you can enjoy your safari without worrying about transportation. Our driver will welcome you at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transfer you to Planet Lodge in Arusha for your first overnight stay.

On the safari days, you will travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof, giving you a good view of the wildlife and excellent opportunities for photography. Your professional driver-guide will take you from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, onward to the Serengeti, and then to Ngorongoro Crater before returning to Arusha.

At Kiwia Africa Tours, we understand that every traveller has different interests, so we can help you personalize your safari with extra experiences beyond the standard package.

Private safari upgrade: Enjoy a more personalized experience with a private vehicle and flexible game-drive schedule, subject to availability.

Professional photography assistance: We can help arrange a local photography guide or a dedicated wildlife photography experience for travellers who want to capture Tanzania's wildlife and landscapes.

Airport meet-and-assist: Request additional assistance with arrival arrangements, luggage coordination and transfers.

Special occasion arrangements: Celebrate a birthday, honeymoon or anniversary with a customized surprise at your lodge or tented camp.

Customized dietary arrangements: Request special meals for vegetarian, vegan, halal or other dietary needs in advance.

Private guide language requests: We can check availability for a guide who speaks your preferred language.

All National Park Entry Fees: Entry fees for Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Conservation Area, as specified in the package.

Ngorongoro Crater Service Fees: Applicable crater service fees for the planned crater visit.

Professional Safari Guide: An experienced driver-guide who shares information about wildlife, animal behaviour, and Tanzania's natural environment.

Drinking Water During Safari: Bottled drinking water provided during safari activities.

Government Taxes and VAT: Applicable government taxes and levies included in the quoted package price.

Safari Planning and Coordination: Assistance arranging the daily safari schedule, park visits, and accommodation coordination.

Wildlife Spotting Assistance: Your guide helps you look for the Big Five and other wildlife and explains animal sightings along the way.

Emergency Support: Assistance from our team during the trip if unexpected travel or safari-related issues arise.

• Safari Experience: This trip is suitable for travellers who want to explore Tanzania's famous wildlife parks and enjoy a memorable African safari.

• Safari Duration: The trip includes four safari days, with arrival and departure arrangements as stated in your booking.

• Travel Times: Driving between parks can take several hours. The journey to Serengeti includes scenic countryside and wildlife-viewing opportunities along the way.

• Wildlife Sightings: You may see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and other wildlife. Sightings are not guaranteed, as animals move freely in their natural environment.

• Ngorongoro Crater Visit:This is a long day, so travellers should be prepared for an early start and several hours of driving.

• Accommodation: Overnight stays are arranged at Planet Lodge, Fanaka Lodge, and Osero Tented Camp according to the itinerary. Any changes will be communicated in advance.

• Meals and Drinks: Meals and drinking water are provided according to the confirmed package. Please inform us about dietary requirements or allergies before arrival.

• What to Pack: Bring comfortable clothing, a warm jacket for early mornings, closed shoes, sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, and a camera or binoculars if available.

• Park Rules: Follow your guide's instructions, remain inside the safari vehicle unless your guide confirms it is safe to leave, and never approach or feed wild animals.

• Additional Activities: Optional experiences, such as a hot-air balloon safari or a cultural visit, may be arranged at an extra cost and are subject to availability.

• Travel Documents: Carry a valid passport, any required visa, and your travel insurance details.

• Payment and Exclusions: International flights, visas, personal expenses, tips, travel insurance, and other items listed under exclusions are the traveller's responsibility.

• Booking Confirmation: Final inclusions, accommodation arrangements, pickup details, and any special requests will be confirmed before the safari begins.

International Flights: Flights to and from Tanzania.

Visa Fees: Tanzania visa costs and any related application fees.

Travel Insurance: Personal travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellation, and lost luggage.

Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, laundry, personal toiletries, and other individual purchases.

Tips and Gratuities: Tips for your safari guide, lodge staff, and other service providers.

Alcoholic and Special Beverages: Alcoholic drinks, premium beverages, and drinks not included in the agreed meal package.

Optional Activities: Hot-air balloon safaris, Maasai village visits, and other activities not included in the original itinerary.

Additional Accommodation: Extra nights before or after the safari beyond the accommodation specified in the package.

Airport Services Not Listed: Any additional airport transfers or meet-and-assist services not specified in the booking.

Medical and Emergency Evacuation Costs: Medical treatment, evacuation, or rescue expenses not covered by your travel insurance or the package.

Personal Equipment: Binoculars, cameras, memory cards, and other personal safari equipment.

Additional Costs Due to Unforeseen Events: Expenses resulting from flight delays, severe weather, road closures, or other circumstances outside the operator's control, where these are not covered by the agreed terms.