Big 5 Safari

About Big 5 Safari

The "Big 5" refers to the five most difficult and dangerous animals to hunt on foot in Africa: the African Lion, African Elephant, Cape Buffalo, African Leopard, and Rhinoceros. Today, seeing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat is the ultimate goal for any safari enthusiast.

Tanzania is one of the few places on Earth where you can see all of the Big 5 in a single safari, sometimes even in a single day. From the vast plains of the Serengeti to the distinct crater floor of Ngorongoro, our expert guides will take you on a thrilling journey to encounter these legends of the wild.

The Big 5 Highlights

African Lion

The King of Beasts, often found in prides in the Serengeti.

African Elephant

The world's largest land mammal, famous in Tarangire and Ngorongoro.

Cape Buffalo

Known for their formidable horns and grouped in large herds.

African Leopard

The master of stealth, often spotted resting in acacia trees.

Rhinoceros

The endangered Black Rhino can be found in the Ngorongoro Crater.

Best Time To Go

High Season	July to March (northern circuit parks; can be crowded), July to October (southern and western circuit parks; much quieter that northern circuit generally)
Low Season	April and May (northern circuit parks still get quite busy, unlike the southern and western circuit parks, where some lodges close temporarily)
Best Weather	June to October (Dry Season with scarce rain)
Worst Weather	March and April (Peak of Wet season â€“ some roads inaccessible)

Frequently Asked Questions About Big 5 Safari

The best time depends on what you want to see. For the Great Migration river crossings, June to October is ideal (North). For calving season (baby wildebeest), visiting Ndutu (South) from January to March is recommended.

We recommend at least 3 to 4 days to truly appreciate the vastness of the Serengeti and increase your chances of seeing the Big 5 and the Migration.

The "Big 5" refers to the Lion, Leopard, Rhinoceros, Elephant, and Cape Buffalo. The Serengeti is one of the few places where you can see all of them in their natural habitat.

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Big 5 Safari

About Big 5 Safari