7 DAYS | 6 NIGHTS Northern Tanzania Big five Photographic Safari
Tour Overview
Experience the best of Tanzania’s wildlife on this 7-day photographic safari with Visual Africa Travel. This itinerary is designed for photographers and wildlife enthusiasts, focusing entirely on capturing the Big Five lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. Explore Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater, with overnight stays in secure lodges and camps near the parks to allow early morning and late evening photography.
Duration: 7 Days
When to go: All Year Round
FULL ITINERARY
Day 1:
Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Spend the afternoon preparing your photography equipment and enjoying a briefing on the safari ahead, including tips for photographing the Big Five in their natural habitats. Capture Arusha’s rolling hills and local landscapes during the soft evening light.
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:
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and scenic savannahs. Spend the day photographing elephants moving along rivers, lions and leopards in their natural habitats, and buffalo grazing in the open plains.
Zebras, giraffes, and antelopes provide additional photographic subjects against the park’s dramatic landscapes. Pause for a picnic lunch surrounded by the park’s beauty before continuing with an afternoon game drive.
Where to Stay
Overnight: Tented Camp / Lodge
MEAL PLAN
Full Board
Where to Stay
Mid - Range: Tulia Boutique Hotel
Luxury: Mount Meru Hotel
MEAL PLAN
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3:
Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, travel via the scenic highlands to the southern Serengeti, arriving at your lodge in time for lunch. The Serengeti is renowned for its predator-prey interactions. Spend the afternoon photographing lions, leopards, and cheetahs stalking herds of wildebeest and zebras. Kopjes and rolling plains provide dramatic backdrops for wildlife photography.
Where to Stay
Overnight: Tented Camp / Lodge
MEAL PLAN
Full Board
Where to Stay
Mid - Range: Tulia Boutique Hotel
Luxury: Mount Meru Hotel
MEAL PLAN
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Day 4:
Full Day in Serengeti
Breakfast begins a full day dedicated to Big Five photography in the Serengeti. Follow migrating herds, observe predators in action, and capture elephants and buffalo in woodland areas. Your guide will take you to the best vantage points for photographing wildlife behavior and dramatic landscapes. Pause for a picnic lunch in the park before resuming afternoon game drives.
Where to Stay
Overnight: Tented Camp / Lodge
MEAL PLAN
Full Board
Where to Stay
Mid - Range: Tulia Boutique Hotel
Luxury: Mount Meru Hotel
MEAL PLAN
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Day 5:
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast and a final morning Serengeti game drive, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at scenic viewpoints along the way. Photograph elephants and buffalo grazing against the crater highlands. Arrive at your lodge for dinner and overnight, preparing for the next day’s exploration.
Where to Stay
Overnight: Tented Camp / Lodge
MEAL PLAN
Full Board
Where to Stay
Mid - Range: Tulia Boutique Hotel
Luxury: Mount Meru Hotel
MEAL PLAN
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Day 6:
Ngorongoro Crater Exploration
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, home to one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. Spend the day photographing the Big Five lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and the rare black rhino along with hyenas, jackals, and abundant birdlife. The crater’s grasslands, soda lakes, and towering walls provide breathtaking landscapes for wildlife photography. Enjoy a picnic lunch before an afternoon game drive. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Where to Stay
Overnight: Tented Camp / Lodge
MEAL PLAN
Full Board
Where to Stay
Mid - Range: Tulia Boutique Hotel
Luxury: Mount Meru Hotel
MEAL PLAN
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Day 7:
Ngorongoro to Arusha and Departure
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, home to one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. Spend the day photographing the Big Five lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and the rare black rhino along with hyenas, jackals, and abundant birdlife. The crater’s grasslands, soda lakes, and towering walls provide breathtaking landscapes for wildlife photography. Enjoy a picnic lunch before an afternoon game drive. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
MEAL PLAN
Breakfast,Lunch
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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