6 Days Tanzania Big Five & Cultural Experience Safari

• After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park (~2.5 hours).
• Game drive through diverse landscapes, home to large elephant herds and baobab trees.
• Spot lions, giraffes, and the elusive leopard.
• Enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the Tarangire River.
• Late afternoon game drive before heading to your luxury lodge.

Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activities: Full-day game drive

• Early morning drive to Lake Eyasi (~2-hour drive).
• Visit the Hadzabe bushmen, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes.
• Experience a traditional hunting session with bow and arrow.
• Visit the Datoga tribe, skilled blacksmiths who make arrowheads and jewelry.
• Enjoy lunch with a local family.
• Evening transfer to Karatu, near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activities: Cultural experiences with Hadzabe and Datoga tribes

• Early breakfast before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Game drive in one of the best places to spot the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard).
• Stop for a picnic lunch beside a hippo pool.
• Afternoon game drive before heading to Serengeti National Park.

Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activities: Full-day game drive in Ngorongoro Crater

• Full-day game drive in Serengeti, home to lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and wildebeest.
• Morning and afternoon drives to track big cats and other predators.
• Optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise (extra cost).
• Sundowner drinks at a scenic viewpoint.

Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activities: Full-day game drive, optional hot air balloon safari

• Early sunrise game drive, perfect for spotting predators.
• Return to the lodge for brunch before heading to the airstrip.
• Scenic flight back to Arusha (~1 hour).
• Farewell lunch before transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your international flight home.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Activities: Morning game drive, domestic flight

Yes, we allow date changes, subject to availability and our booking terms. If you need to reschedule, please notify us as soon as possible. Changes made within a specific time frame (e.g., 30 days before departure) may incur an additional fee, depending on accommodations and services already reserved.

We understand that plans can change. Our cancellation policy allows flexibility depending on the notice period. For detailed terms, we’ll provide all booking conditions during the reservation process, ensuring transparency and peace of mind.

Our cancellation and refund policy is designed to offer flexibility:

• 60+ days before departure: Full refund minus a small administrative fee.
• 30–59 days before departure: 50% refund.
• Less than 30 days before departure: Non-refundable.
  However, we recommend travel insurance to cover unexpected cancellations due to emergencies.

Yes, you can request changes to your itinerary, such as adding activities, extending your stay, or altering accommodations. Changes are subject to availability and may incur additional costs. Please contact us as early as possible to make adjustments.

To confirm your safari booking, a deposit of 30–50% (depending on the package) is required at the time of reservation. The remaining balance is typically due 30 days before your safari begins. We’ll provide detailed payment instructions and receipts for your records.

Yes, travel insurance is highly recommended to cover unforeseen events such as cancellations, medical emergencies, or trip interruptions. Many travel insurance policies also cover safari-specific needs like evacuation and loss of belongings.

Absolutely! We offer family-friendly safaris with activities tailored for kids, including shorter game drives, cultural experiences, and accommodations with family rooms. Your children will love learning about wildlife and nature in a safe and engaging environment.

At Private Explorers, sustainability is at the core of our operations. We:

• Support local communities by contributing 20% of profits to projects like Tuleeni Children’s Home.
• Partner with eco-friendly lodges and camps that prioritize renewable energy, water conservation, and waste management.
• Minimize environmental impact through low-impact safari practices and promoting responsible wildlife viewing.