5 Days an Epic Tanzania Photographic Safari

What to expect

This 5-day Tanzania Photographic Safari takes you deep into the heart of Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Designed for photography enthusiasts, the safari combines expert game drives with strategic vantage points to capture stunning images of wildlife, landscapes, and unforgettable sunsets.

Experience the vast plains of the Serengeti, witness the migration if in season, and photograph Africa’s Big Five in their natural habitat. With professional guides, private 4×4 vehicles, and comfortable mid-range lodges, this safari provides both adventure and convenience, ensuring you return home with incredible memories and breathtaking images.

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Tour Highlights

  • Full-day and morning/afternoon game drives in Serengeti National Park
  • Opportunities to photograph Africa’s Big Five and diverse wildlife
  • Scenic sunrises and sunsets over the Serengeti plains
  • Professional driver-guide experienced in wildlife photography
  • Visits to river crossings and iconic photographic vantage points
  • Comfortable mid-range lodges and tented camps
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

Day by Day Experience

Arusha

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport. Meet your safari guide and transfer to your lodge in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a briefing, relax, or explore the lodge surroundings. Prepare for the next day’s journey to the Serengeti.

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Serengeti National Park

Day 2: Arusha – Central Serengeti

After breakfast, take a scenic drive or flight to Central Serengeti. Begin your safari with an afternoon game drive, photographing giraffes, elephants, and antelope across the vast plains. Capture sunset photos over the endless Serengeti horizon.

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Serengeti National Park

Day 3: Central Serengeti – Northern Serengeti

Spend the day exploring Central Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Photograph lions, cheetahs, and herds of wildebeest in their natural habitat. Continue your drive to Northern Serengeti, stopping at scenic locations for photography en route.

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Ngorongoro Crater

Day 4: Full-Day Game Drives in Northern Serengeti

Early morning and afternoon game drives focus on predator-rich areas, river crossings, and kopjes for stunning photographic opportunities. Capture herds, solitary animals, and dramatic landscapes in optimal light conditions. Overnight at your Northern Serengeti camp.

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Lake Manyara

Day 5: Morning Game Drive – Return to Arusha

Enjoy a final morning game drive in Northern Serengeti to capture wildlife in the early light. After breakfast, transfer back to Arusha by road or flight, concluding your Serengeti photographic safari.

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What’s Included

  • Park entry fees for Serengeti National Park
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide experienced in wildlife photography
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Full-board meals during the safari
  • Bottled drinking water during game drives
  • Accommodation in mid-range lodges or tented camps as per itinerary
  • All government taxes and levies

What’s Excluded

  • International and domestic flights
  • Travel insurance and personal medical cover
  • Tips and gratuities for driver-guide and lodge staff
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks at lodges or camps
  • Personal items such as souvenirs, laundry, and telephone calls
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

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