4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS Big Five Photographic Safari in Tanzania
Tour Overview
Explore the heart of Tanzania on this 4-day photographic safari, where the landscapes, wildlife, and culture offer endless opportunities for unforgettable images. From the iconic elephants of Tarangire to the vast plains of the Serengeti and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, this journey is designed for photographers eager to capture the Big Five in their natural habitat.
Duration: 4 Days
When to go: All Year Round
FULL ITINERARY
Day 1:
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Your adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel in Arusha at 8 a.m., followed by a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park. Known for its towering baobab trees, rolling hills, and unique terrain, the park is home to Tanzania’s largest population of elephants, along with lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and diverse antelopes.
Enjoy a picnic lunch amid the park’s stunning scenery before continuing your afternoon game drive. Stop at an observation point overlooking the Tarangire River, a prime spot for photographing elephants interacting in their natural environment. As the sun sets, your guide will transfer you to a lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, with plenty of time to review your shots and prepare for the next day.
Where to Stay
Overnight: Lodge / Hotel
MEAL PLAN
Full Board
Where to Stay
Mid - Range: Tulia Boutique Hotel
Luxury: Mount Meru Hotel
MEAL PLAN
Full Board
Day 2:
Tarangire – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for the Serengeti, the world-famous “endless plains.” Along the way, pause at the Ngorongoro Crater rim for awe-inspiring views a perfect photography opportunity. Upon entering the Serengeti, you’ll be struck by the seemingly infinite grasslands stretching to the horizon.
Here, wildlife photography comes alive. The park hosts over 2 million wildebeests, hundreds of thousands of zebras, and abundant antelopes such as Thomson’s gazelles and impalas. Predators abound, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas, offering prime moments to capture dramatic wildlife action. Take a break for lunch before resuming your afternoon game drive, photographing everything from foxes and jackals to baboons and over 500 bird species. End the day with dinner and overnight at a Serengeti lodge.
Where to Stay
Mid - Range: Tulia Boutique Hotel
Luxury: Mount Meru Hotel
MEAL PLAN
Full Board
Where to Stay
Overnight: Tented Camp / Lodge
MEAL PLAN
Full Board
Day 3:
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Rise early for a sunrise game drive in the Serengeti, when wildlife activity is at its peak a golden opportunity for dramatic lighting and wildlife shots. After breakfast at camp, transfer to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, home to one of the world’s most iconic landscapes.
Descend into the crater floor in the afternoon to witness the extraordinary concentration of wildlife. Lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, and countless antelopes roam the 102-square-mile crater floor, while flamingos dot the soda lakes. The crater’s dramatic scenery, rivers, wetlands, and forests create limitless photographic opportunities in every direction. Overnight at a lodge overlooking the crater rim.
Where to Stay
Mid - Range: Tulia Boutique Hotel
Luxury: Mount Meru Hotel
MEAL PLAN
Full Board
Where to Stay
Overnight: Tented Camp / Lodge
MEAL PLAN
Full Board
Day 4:
Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Start early with a morning safari inside Ngorongoro Crater to capture the wildlife at their most active, with the soft morning light perfect for photography. After breakfast at the lodge, take some time to relax before heading back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward journey.
This 4-day photographic safari combines the thrill of the Big Five with the beauty of Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes, leaving you with a collection of unforgettable images and memories.
MEAL PLAN
Breakfast,Lunch
Where to Stay
Mid - Range: Tulia Boutique Hotel
Luxury: Mount Meru Hotel
MEAL PLAN
Full Board
Tour Inclusion
Accommodation on full board basis
All park entry and conservation fees
Professional safari guide
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Photographic guidance during game drives
Domestic flights and road transfers, as specified
Soft drinks and snacks
Bottled drinking water during the safari
Support equipment (bean bags, charging station, etc.)
All activities mentioned in the itinerary
Tour Exclusion
International flights
Visa fees
Travel and medical insurance
Tips and gratuities
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
Optional activities not included in the itinerary
Additional accommodation before or after the safari
Any services not specifically mentioned under inclusions
Price Per Person
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Number of Person
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Price per Person
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PAX 2 |
$ 480 |
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PAX 3 |
$ 460 |
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PAX 4 |
$ 440 |
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PAX 5+ |
$567 |
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PAX 5+ |
$567 |
Tour Inclusion
- Airport transfers as specified in the itinerary
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All accommodation as outlined in the itinerary
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Game drives and activities mentioned in the itinerary
- All national park, conservation, and applicable government fees
- Bottled drinking water during safari activities
- Domestic flights included in the itinerary, where applicable
- Honeymoon amenities or romantic arrangements explicitly stated in the itinerary
- All applicable taxes and service charges
Tour Exclusion
- International flights to and from Tanzania
- Visa fees and passport-related expenses
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities for the safari guide and lodge staff
- Alcoholic beverages and drinks not specified in the itinerary
- Optional activities, such as hot-air balloon safaris
- Personal expenses, including laundry, souvenirs, and telephone calls
- Spa treatments and additional romantic experiences not specified in the package
- Accommodation and meals before or after the itinerary, unless stated
- Any services or expenses not specifically mentioned under Tour Includes
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