The 13 Best Wildlife Safaris in Arusha

Big Five Luxury Safari in Tanzania - Day 2: Lake Eyasi adds birds and a quieter setting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $2,900Our pick

Spend seven days exploring four major Tanzanian parks in a custom 4x4 Land Cruiser, with full-board lodging, park fees, bottled water, and an English-speaking guide. Expect long drives, big wildlife days, Serengeti camps, and possible visits to a Maasai village or Olduvai Gorge.

“Was my third trip with Zara Tanzania Adventures, and that must count for something. We really enjoyed ourselves this time as we had been booked in the lodges for better comfort and premium service. And we were not disappointed.”

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6 Day Tanzania Wildlife Mid range Safari

2.6 Day Tanzania Wildlife Mid range Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $2,500

Travel from Arusha through four of northern Tanzania’s finest wildlife areas in a 4x4 with an English-speaking guide and up to six people. Expect elephants at Tarangire, tree-climbing lions at Manyara, two Serengeti game-drive days, and a crater descent at Ngorongoro.

“"I can’t thank Serengeti African Tours enough for crafting the most unforgettable 6-day private safari adventure! From the moment we started planning until the final farewell, every detail was handled with such thoughtfulness and care, turning tRead more”

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7-Day Midrange Tanzania Safari Adventures (Big 5)

3.7-Day Midrange Tanzania Safari Adventures (Big 5)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $2,924

Travel by safari vehicle from Arusha through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Expect long game-drive days, lodge and tented-camp nights, picnic lunches, and a private group with a guide such as Justin, Denis, or Gasper.

“This is absolutely amazing tour with Kilimanjaro adventure and our tour guide Denis.For all the communication with the company is so smooth and with rapid response.Denis he just a Encyclopaedia,he knows everything for the nature.And he Read more”

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5 Days 4 Nights Tarangire, Serengeti , Ngorongoro & Manyara Wildlife Safari

4.5 Days 4 Nights Tarangire, Serengeti , Ngorongoro & Manyara Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $2,600

Travel from Arusha in a private 4x4 with a guide such as Joseph Temba, Lameck, or Noely, visiting four famous parks in five days. Expect elephants in Tarangire, the Serengeti’s wide plains, Ngorongoro’s crater wildlife, and flamingos at Lake Manyara, with meals and accommodation included.

“Its been just a week since we returned from Tanzania where we had an incredible time exploring the parks with Goodluck. What stood out for me was the attention to detail and how they had thought through and provided for every aRead more”

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Big Five Classic Safari in Tanzania **Sustainable Travel approach

5.Big Five Classic Safari in Tanzania **Sustainable Travel approach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $1,785

Spend seven days on Tanzania’s Northern Circuit, traveling by open-roof 4x4 with no more than six people per vehicle. See Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara, with meals, park fees, airport transfers, and an English-speaking guide included.

“Favoloso, un’esperienza indimenticabile. Il tempo è stato sempre bello durante il giorno, con pioggia di notte. In tutti i parchi abbiamo visto tantissimi animali, tutti i big five e molti altri. La nostra guida era preparata e sempre allegra. Consigliatissimo.”

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2 days Mid Range Safari in Ngorongoro and Tarangire Big 5 Parks

6.2 days Mid Range Safari in Ngorongoro and Tarangire Big 5 Parks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $680Best value

Start in Arusha at 5:00 am for a compact safari through Tarangire and Ngorongoro. You ride in a 4x4 with an English-speaking guide, camp with a tent and mattress, and share the vehicle with a small group, generally capped at six, though booking details also mention seven.

“I arranged my trip with nasri and his company truly made our trip exceptional and unforgettable from the moment we arrived their attention to detail in accommodations and meals was evident. Every meal was delightful experience, showcasing local flavors that we will never forget”

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4 Days Wildlife Safari and Cultural Experience in Tanzania

7.4 Days Wildlife Safari and Cultural Experience in Tanzania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $1,231

Travel from Arusha through four remarkable Tanzanian settings with a private vehicle, English-speaking guide, chef, and camping gear. Expect elephant herds in Tarangire, possible tree-climbing lions at Manyara, Ngorongoro’s dense wildlife, and a cultural visit with the Hadzabe at Lake Eyasi, if available.

“Had the trip of a lifetime through this company and it was made even better by our guide Joseph! He was so knowledgeable and it felt like he really cared to give us a good experience as well as teach us so much about the animals, landscape and Tanzanian culture. You caRead more”

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Elephant Special Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater 5 Days / 4 Nights

8.Elephant Special Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater 5 Days / 4 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $2,418

You’ll track elephants, lions, rhinos, cheetahs, and the Great Migration across five days with Zara Tours. Expect an open-roof Land Cruiser, an English-speaking guide, full-board stays, and small-group seating. The route begins and ends near Moshi, despite the Arusha listing, so confirm pickup details before booking.

“I have done my first trip with Zara Tours. It was a 6-day safari in Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater, Tangerine Park and Lake Manyara. I must say I got a lifetime experience that I will never forget. Our guide Issa was one of the best guides I have evRead more”

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Arusha: 3-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Big Five Safari

9.3-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Big Five Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 20 reviews · 3 days · from $900

Travel from Arusha into the Serengeti for sunrise and sunset game drives, then descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a final Big Five search. You ride in a pop-up-roof Toyota Land Cruiser with an English-speaking guide, full-board meals, and either mid-range lodges or tent camping.

“Incredible and unforgettable expérience during the safari! Amazing discovery of the nature it was our first safari and expérience in tanzania. Thanks to season master adventures all was perfectly organised. We have seen all the big five and more rare animals. Mike our driver is the perfect driver also and perfect guide he Shared with us all his informations about the nature animals the masai too. Thank you again Mike 🤗 and our chief Brightness who cooked perfect lunch and dîner for us a long this unique expérience. We will keep these memories our entire Life. Thank you Patrick for this expérience!”

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Big Five Luxury 7 Days Safari Tour in Arusha

10.Big Five Luxury 7 Days Safari Tour in Arusha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews

You’ll travel from Arusha through four major wildlife areas in a private-style safari capped at six people. Expect long drives, guided game viewing, Olduvai Gorge, a full Serengeti day, a Ngorongoro Crater descent, and lodges such as Serengeti Wildcamp and Highview Hotel.

“We just completed our safari with Tanzania Wildlife Adventure and it was it was perfect. The private trip was well organized with a comfortable 4x4 vehicle driven by Juma. He took exceptional care of us as we went exploring through thRead more”

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Big Five Dream Safari

11.Big Five Dream Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $2,500

Travel from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro on a six-day safari with Down 2 Earth Safaris. You can choose tented camping or luxury glamping, join a park walking safari, hike to the Elephant Caves, and look for the Big Five with guides such as Babuu Pallangyo.

“This safari was one of the most amazing experiences I have had. We could not have asked for a better guide and driver in Babuu Pallangyo!”

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8 Days 7 Nights Tanzania Wildlife & Culture Lodge Safari

12.8 Days 7 Nights Tanzania Wildlife & Culture Lodge Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $3,842

Spend eight days exploring northern Tanzania by private vehicle, from Tarangire’s elephants to Serengeti predators, Ngorongoro’s rhinos, Lake Eyasi’s birdlife, and Lake Manyara. A driver-guide handles the route, meals, park fees, and transfers between lodges.

“I can confidently say that this was the best trip that my husband and I have ever done as a couple. The team from Migration Venture Adventures did an awesome job to prepare for us as we found everything well prepared and waiting for Read more”

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4 Days Experience big five in Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari

13.4 Days Experience big five in Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $1,280

Travel in a shared group of up to six from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Expect long drives, basic campsite stays, picnic meals, and strong wildlife potential, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and possibly rhinos. Guides include Damas, Malisa, Joseph, and others.

“From the moment we entered Tarangire to our final sunset in the Serengeti, the trip was magical. Damas, our guide, was friendly, professional, and had incredible knowledge about every animal we encountered. He made sure we had the best views and photo opportunities. It was a dream safari and we’re already planning to come back!”

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The 13 Best Wildlife Safaris in Arusha

Big Five Luxury Safari in Tanzania

1.Big Five Luxury Safari in Tanzania

6 Day Tanzania Wildlife Mid range Safari

2.6 Day Tanzania Wildlife Mid range Safari

7-Day Midrange Tanzania Safari Adventures (Big 5)

3.7-Day Midrange Tanzania Safari Adventures (Big 5)

5 Days 4 Nights Tarangire, Serengeti , Ngorongoro & Manyara Wildlife Safari

4.5 Days 4 Nights Tarangire, Serengeti , Ngorongoro & Manyara Wildlife Safari

Big Five Classic Safari in Tanzania **Sustainable Travel approach

5.Big Five Classic Safari in Tanzania **Sustainable Travel approach

2 days Mid Range Safari in Ngorongoro and Tarangire Big 5 Parks

6.2 days Mid Range Safari in Ngorongoro and Tarangire Big 5 Parks

4 Days Wildlife Safari and Cultural Experience in Tanzania

7.4 Days Wildlife Safari and Cultural Experience in Tanzania

Elephant Special Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater 5 Days / 4 Nights

8.Elephant Special Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater 5 Days / 4 Nights

Arusha: 3-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Big Five Safari

9.3-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Big Five Safari

Big Five Luxury 7 Days Safari Tour in Arusha

10.Big Five Luxury 7 Days Safari Tour in Arusha

Big Five Dream Safari

11.Big Five Dream Safari

8 Days 7 Nights Tanzania Wildlife & Culture Lodge Safari

12.8 Days 7 Nights Tanzania Wildlife & Culture Lodge Safari

4 Days Experience big five in Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari

13.4 Days Experience big five in Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari

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