5 Days First-Late Tanzania Big Cat Safari

Price From

$2,930 (per person)

Duration

5 Days / 4 Nights

Min. People

2 Guests

Min. Age

1+ Years

Tour Type

Private Game Drive

Overview

Experience a thrilling 5-Day Tanzania Big Cat Safari, crafted for wildlife lovers eager to witness lions, leopards, and cheetahs in their natural habitats. This immersive safari takes you across world-famous destinations including Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park — all known for exceptional big cat sightings and diverse wildlife.

With expert local guides, comfortable lodges, and daily game drives, this safari is ideal for photographers, families, and adventure travelers. Whether you're chasing views of the Big Five or searching for the Serengeti’s hunting predators, this journey guarantees unforgettable moments in Tanzania’s wilderness.

Safari Highlights

Focused Big Cat Safari with excellent chances of spotting lions, cheetahs & elusive leopards.
Explore Serengeti National Park — one of the best wildlife destinations in Africa.
Game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit Lake Manyara National Park, home to famous tree-climbing lions.
Professional guides skilled in photography and animal-behavior interpretation.
Choice of budget, mid-range, or luxury accommodation packages.

Safari route — Arusha → Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater → Lake Manyara → Return to Arusha.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Arusha

Your Big Cat Tanzania safari begins upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. After meeting your safari guide, transfer to your lodge in Arusha where you’ll relax, adjust to the environment, and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge / Similar
Meals: Dinner

Days 2 & 3 – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, begin a scenic drive toward the iconic Serengeti National Park. Enjoy lunch on arrival, followed by your first spine-tingling game drive — perfect for spotting lions, cheetahs, and grazing herds on vast open plains.

Day 3 features two extended game drives giving you the best chance to witness predators in action, including cheetah hunts or lions resting under acacia trees. Capture incredible wildlife photography before returning to camp for dinner under star-filled skies.

Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Tanzania Bush Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 – Ngorongoro Crater

This morning, drive toward the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, often called Africa’s “Garden of Eden.” Descend onto the crater floor for incredible wildlife viewing including rhinos, lions, hippos, flamingos, and large elephant herds.

Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a wildlife-filled lake before continuing your game drive. Later, head to your lodge in Karatu to relax in a peaceful setting.

Accommodation: Country Lodge Karatu / Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 – Lake Manyara & Departure

Begin the day exploring Lake Manyara National Park, famous for elephants, flamingos, hippos, and the rare tree-climbing lions. After a relaxed picnic, drive back to Arusha where your safari concludes.

Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a farewell dinner before your airport transfer.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Why Choose This Safari

This safari is perfect for travelers interested in predator behavior, wildlife photography, and seeing the Big Five in bucket-list destinations like the Serengeti and Ngorongoro. With flexible accommodation styles, knowledgeable guides, and rewarding wildlife encounters, it’s one of the best Tanzania safari tours for big cat enthusiasts.