10 Days Best of Tanzania: Big Five & Wildebeest Migration Safari
10 Days | Tanzania | Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire
Overview
The Ultimate Tanzania Safari Experience
Northern Tanzania's safari circuit is the most iconic in Africa. The Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park form a trio of extraordinary wilderness areas that together deliver the complete African safari experience - from the world's greatest wildlife spectacle to the densest concentration of large mammals on Earth.
This 10-day journey is designed to show you the very best of Tanzania's northern circuit. SAZ Travel Collection handles every detail - from lodge selection to guide briefings - so you can be fully present for every extraordinary moment.
Duration
10 Days
Destination
Tanzania
Group Size
Private & Small Group
Style
Luxury Safari
Best Season
Jun – Oct
Experience
All Levels Welcome
Highlights
What Makes This Safari Extraordinary
Big Five in the Serengeti
The Serengeti's iconic short-grass plains and riverine forests support all of the Big Five in extraordinary concentrations.
Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera - a natural enclosure for 25,000 large animals including all of the Big Five.
Tarangire Elephants
Tarangire National Park hosts one of Africa's largest elephant populations among ancient baobab trees and seasonal swamps.
Wildebeest Migration
Witness the annual wildebeest migration - the greatest wildlife spectacle on Earth - moving through the Serengeti's plains.
Arusha City Tour
Explore Arusha, Tanzania's safari capital, with its vibrant markets, cultural heritage, and views of Mount Meru.
Expert Guides
Our naturalist guides have decades of experience in northern Tanzania's wildlife corridors and know every corner of these parks.
Day by Day
Your 10-Day Tanzania Journey
1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Private transfer to a luxury lodge in Arusha. Welcome dinner and safari briefing with your guide.
2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire, home to Tanzania's largest elephant herds. Game drive through baobab-studded landscapes along the Tarangire River.
3
Tarangire - Full Day Safari
Full day in Tarangire with morning and afternoon game drives. Lions, leopards, cheetahs, and over 550 bird species call this park home.
4
Fly to the Serengeti
Light aircraft flight to the central Serengeti. Afternoon game drive in the Seronera Valley, famous for its resident leopard population.
5
Central Serengeti - Full Day
Full day on the iconic short-grass plains. Track lion prides, cheetah families, and the resident leopards of the Seronera Valley.
6
Serengeti - Migration Tracking
Follow the wildebeest migration with your expert guide. The central Serengeti hosts massive herds year-round with dramatic predator activity.
7
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Pre-dawn wake-up for a magical hot air balloon flight over the Serengeti. Champagne breakfast in the bush after landing.
8
Northern Serengeti
Fly north to the remote Lobo Valley. The northern Serengeti is wilder and less visited, offering exclusive encounters with big cats.
9
Ngorongoro Crater
Fly to Ngorongoro and descend 600 metres into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. All of the Big Five in one extraordinary day.
10
Final Morning and Departure
Last sunrise walk on the crater rim with panoramic views. Farewell breakfast before transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Included
What's Included
- 9 nights luxury lodge and tented camp accommodation
- All meals, beverages, and bush dining
- Private game drives with expert naturalist guides
- Hot air balloon safari with champagne breakfast
- All internal light aircraft flights
- All park and conservation area fees
- Private airport transfers throughout
- 24/7 SAZ concierge support
Entry Requirements
Visa & Travel Documents
Requirements for Tanzania
USA
Visa-free for up to 90 days (as of 2024)
UK
Visa required - obtain e-Visa online before travel
EU
e-Visa required for most EU countries - apply online
Canada
e-Visa required - apply online before travel
US citizens enjoy visa-free access for up to 90 days
All other nationalities should apply for e-Visa at immigration.go.tz
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic countries
Anti-malarial medication is strongly recommended
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your return date
Kilimanjaro National Park fees are separate from visa fees
Important: Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your country's foreign affairs ministry or the destination's official immigration authority before travel. SAZ Travel Collection provides full documentation guidance upon booking.
Before You Book
Booking Policy
Clear, fair, and transparent. A summary of our key booking terms. Please read the full policy before confirming your reservation.
Payment Terms
- 25% non-refundable deposit required at booking
- Remaining balance due 90 days before departure
- Full payment required if booking within 90 days of departure
- Accepted: wire transfer, Visa, Mastercard, Amex, ACH
Cancellation Schedule
- !120+ days before: deposit only forfeited
- !91-119 days: 30% of total trip cost
- !61-90 days: 50% of total trip cost
- !0-60 days: 75-100% of total trip cost
Changes & Amendments
- Amendment fee of $150 per change may apply
- Date changes 90+ days before: treated as amendment
- Date changes within 90 days: treated as cancellation
- All change requests must be submitted in writing
Travel Insurance (Required)
- Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory
- Must cover emergency medical evacuation
- Minimum $100,000 USD evacuation coverage recommended
- Must include trip cancellation and interruption cover
At a Glance
Deposit
25% at booking
Final Payment
90 days out
Amendment Fee
$150 per change
Insurance
Required
By confirming a booking you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to our full booking policy. Read the full Booking Policy
Starting from
$8,900
per person, double occupancy
Trip Details
Duration
10 Days
Destination
Tanzania
Group Size
Private & Small Group
Style
Luxury Safari
Best Season
Jun – Oct
Experience
All Levels Welcome
Location
Northern Tanzania's Safari Circuit
The northern Tanzania safari circuit encompasses three of Africa's greatest wildlife areas - Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire - all within reach by light aircraft from Arusha.
Serengeti NP
Tanzania
Ngorongoro
Crater
Tarangire
Northern Tanzania
Safari Circuit
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Trusted Sources
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Tanzania National Parks
Official TANAPA authority for Tanzania's national parks.
tanzaniaparks.go.tz →Ngorongoro Conservation Area
UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the world's largest intact volcanic caldera.
ngorongorocrater.org →Tanzania Tourism Board
Official tourism board with visa requirements and destination guides.
tanzaniatourism.go.tz →Explore Our Full Safari Collection
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