From $1,527 to $2,952
per person sharing
Embark on an unforgettable journey with Northern Masailand Safaris on this 5-Day Tanzania Big Five Safari, where luxury meets authentic African wilderness. This expertly curated safari highlights the best of northern Tanzania, from the baobab-dotted landscapes of Tarangire, the endless plains of the Serengeti, to the wildlife-rich floor of the Ngorongoro Crater.
This tour offers you a chance to witness the legendary Big Five lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino in some of Africa’s most spectacular national parks, while enjoying luxury lodges and personalized service.























| Season & Dates | Solo | 2Pax | 4Pax | 6Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low Season 1 MAR - 31 MAY | $2,804 | $1,869 | $1,613 | $1,527 |
| High Season 1 JUN- 29 FEB | $2,952 | $1,968 | $1,698 | $1,608 |
Your adventure begins the moment you land at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where a Northern Masailand Safaris representative will greet you and transfer you to your luxury accommodation in Arusha. Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha is the safari capital of Tanzania, offering a relaxing atmosphere before the wild adventure begins.
Luxury Accommodation Options:
Under The Shade Safari Lodge
Ilboru Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Dinner
After breakfast, head to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and seasonal swamps. On your afternoon game drive, witness predators stalking prey and flocks of birds around the Tarangire River. The park is a hidden gem, less crowded but teeming with wildlife.
Wildlife Highlights: Greater kudu, oryx, lions, giraffes, and over 400 bird species.
Accommodation Options:
Maramboi Tented Lodge
Honeyguide Tarangire Camp
Driving Distance: 124 km / ~2 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands en route to the legendary Serengeti National Park. Along the way, stop at Olduvai Gorge, the “Cradle of Mankind,” and optionally visit a traditional Maasai village.
In the Serengeti, explore vast plains dotted with wildlife. Depending on the season, you may catch glimpses of the Great Wildebeest Migration. The Serengeti promises close encounters with lions, cheetahs, and leopards in their natural habitat.
Accommodation Options:
Sueños de Africa Luxury Camp
Kon Tiki Serengeti Camp
Driving Distance: 229 km / ~3 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater the world’s largest inactive, intact volcanic caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With permanent water sources and fertile grasslands, the crater supports high densities of wildlife, including endangered black rhinos, lions, jackals, hippos, and elephants.
After your game drive and picnic lunch, return to Arusha via Mto wa Mbu. For those with evening flights, transfer directly to the airport.
Cultural Add-on: Mto wa Mbu walking tour (optional) with visits to banana farms, artisans, and local homes.
Driving Distance: 261 km / ~3 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

✔️ Meet and greet at Kilimanjaro Airport
✔️ Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with professional guide
✔️ All park fees and government taxes
✔️ Handpicked luxury accommodations
✔️ All meals and drinking water during safari
✔️ Guided cultural visits and walking safaris
✔️ 24/7 local support team
✔️ Daily game drives and park entry fees
International flights
Travel insurance, visas, and gratuities
Optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon, Maasai Visit)
EXCELLENT Based on 149 reviews Posted on Yves WagnerVerified Unforgettable Big Cat Encounters – Best Safari Ever! Guide James (with a Maasai background) was outstanding - his eyes were laser-focused, every time he saw the Lion Pride, the Leopard Hiding in the Tree, and even the Cheetah running. After spending 2-3 days in Serengeti, I saw many lion families and cheetahs, some leopards from close quarters. When I landed in Ngorongoro Crater, I felt as if I had gone to another planet - rhino, elephant, hyena. The camping / lodge accommodation was very comfortable, the food was fresh and tasty (new menu every day) the water was always there. There are no rushes, every game drive is perfectly planned. For those who want to see the Big Cat, I recommend this tour 100%. Of course I'll go back!Posted on Tadeu CostaVerified Que jornada incrível! Meus dois amigos e eu reservamos esta trilha de 9 dias pela Rota Lemosho e chegamos ao cume com sucesso em 20 de fevereiro de 2026. Os dias extras ajudaram muito na aclimatação – nunca nos sentimos apressados, e a paisagem era absolutamente deslumbrante. Desde a exuberante floresta tropical até os gigantes senécios do campo de altitude, o deserto alpino e finalmente a neve do Pico Uhuru – cada dia era um novo mundo. Os guias foram incríveis: muito conhecedores, pacientes, sempre verificando nossos níveis de oxigênio e nos incentivando na noite do cume. A comida era incrivelmente deliciosa e variada (frutas frescas, pipoca à noite, sopa nutritiva), e os carregadores eram super-heróis – carregando tudo com um sorriso no rosto. Nosso grupo era pequeno, apenas 8 escaladores, então foi muito pessoal e seguro. A noite no cume foi difícil (muito frio e ventoso), mas chegar ao Stella Point ao amanhecer e depois subir até o Pico Uhuru foi emocionante – lágrimas nos olhos e abraçando a todos. Se você está pensando em Kilimanjaro, faça a longa Rota Lemosho com esta empresa.Posted on Rianne MeijerVerified Een echte aanrader! Ik kom zeker terug. Deze 3-daagse Northern Circuit safari was het perfecte pakket voor onze familie. Te beginnen met het zien van olifanten en vogels in Tarangire, het verkennen van verschillende ecosystemen en apen in Manyara, en het zien van leeuwen, neushoorns, zebra's, hyena's in de Ngorongoro-krater – allemaal op één plek! De gids was zeer deskundig en vriendelijk, en legde veel uit aan de kinderen. De accommodatie en maaltijden waren van goede kwaliteit, geen problemen. Het was erg intens omdat de tijd kort was, maar elk moment was het waard. Als je een Afrikaanse safari wilt tijdens een korte reis, mis deze dan niet. We kwamen allemaal terug met geweldige herinneringen!Posted on Kristina SchulzVerified Das Beste von Kenia in 10 Tagen – Von Gerenuk in Samburu bis zur Aussicht auf den Kilimandscharo in Amboseli Diese Safari ist die unvergesslichste Reise unseres Lebens geworden! Jeder, vom Team des Northern Masailand bis zu den Guides, war super hilfsbereit. Die raue und wunderschöne Landschaft von Samburu und die dort lebenden besonderen Tiere (Netzgiraffe, Gerenuk) waren absolut erstaunlich. Als ich auf der Sonnenaufgangs-Safari in der Maasai Mara den Stolz der Löwen und Geparden sah, schlug mein Herz schneller! Nashörner und Pelikane am Lake Nakuru, Elefantenherden vor dem Kilimandscharo in Amboseli sowie heiße Quellen und Vogelbeobachtungen in Naivasha – jeder Ort bot ein anderes Erlebnis. Die Lodges sind sehr komfortabel, das Essen ist frisch und lecker. Die Führer sorgten immer für unsere Sicherheit und gute Aussichten. Die 10 Tage waren perfekt geplant, keine Probleme. Wenn Sie eine Kenia-Safari planen, dann probieren Sie diese Tour unbedingt aus – sie ist es absolut wert!Posted on Michael DavisVerified Wonderful and memorable experience This 8-day Kilimanjaro trekking experience is truly one of life's best adventures. The Marangu Route to Mount Kilimanjaro is relatively comfortable and well-organized, making the whole trip quite enjoyable. Especially the accommodation in the huts (Mandara Hut, Horombo Hut, Kibo Hut) is much more comfortable than camping. Starting the journey from Arusha, gradually increasing the height, I got the opportunity to adapt the body. An extra day at Horombo Hut (hike up to Zebra Rocks) was very useful for acclimatization. The most challenging part was to leave Kibo Hut in the middle of the night and climb Uhuru Peak. But the feeling of standing at a height of 5,895 meters at sunrise cannot be expressed in words. All the staff were very professional and helpful. This route is very suitable for those who want to climb Kilimanjaro for the first time. A successful summit is possible if there is physical preparation.Posted on Cemre TVerified Amazing experience Amazing trip with unforgettable experience! Thank you for everythingPosted on meltem tVerified Magical We loved all the lodges we stayed during our Safati trip in Tanzania! We highly recommend Northern Massiland Safaris for their perfect arrangement and the attention for yhe details.Posted on Andrea BVerified Perfect 3-Day Safari The trip was very well organized and time well spent. On the first day, I saw a lot of elephants and other wild animals in Tarangire National Park. The experience at the Ngorongoro Crater on the second day was simply amazing - it's really rare to see so many different animals in one place. On the third day in Lake Manyara the beauty of the nature and the arrangement of the birds impressed us. Accommodation was comfortable and clean. We were very comfortable and safe throughout the trip. This 3-day safari is perfect for those who have limited time but want a full-fledged African safari experience.Posted on Monika SVerified Dies war meine beste Reise ever nach Afrika. Freundliche Menschen, gute Lodges, seltene Tierbeobachtungen gemacht. Dies war bereits meine zweite Reise in diese Region, und wieder einmal war es ein wirklich beeindruckendes Erlebnis. Ich hatte das große Glück, von einem äußerst erfahrenen, sachkundigen und gleichzeitig sehr einfühlsamen Reiseleiter begleitet zu werden. Dank seines tiefen Verständnisses für das Verhalten der Tiere und seiner umfangreichen Erfahrung konnten wir täglich außergewöhnliche und bedeutungsvolle Begegnungen mit Wildtieren genießen. Auch die Unterkünfte spiegelten diesen hohen Standard an Individualität und Qualität wider. Die beiden Camps, die ich besucht habe, Jabali Ridge und Roho ya Selous, beide Teil der Asilia Company, beeindruckten durch ihre außergewöhnliche Lage, ihren Service und ihre Atmosphäre. Mein besonderer Dank gilt meinem Guide Taretoy Samwely, der diese Safari zu einem unvergesslichen, aufregenden und wirklich bemerkenswerten Erlebnis gemacht hat. 10 von 10 möglichen PunktenPosted on Bence SVerified Discovering Kenya’s Wildlife in Premium Style Our 6 Days Best of Kenya Luxury Safari was a great experience. From the beginning, everything was very organized. At Ol Pejeta Conservancy, I got a chance to see rhinos and other wildlife from close quarters, which was fascinating. The experience of seeing flamingos, white and black rhinos and numerous birds in Lake Nakuru has fascinated us. And the last days at Masai Mara were like a dream in a word - lions, cheetahs, elephants and the vast open wilderness still float in our eyes. The accommodations were luxurious, the food was quality, and our guide was exceptionally knowledgeable and friendly. This trip is undoubtedly the best choice for those who are looking for true luxury and premium safaris.

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