Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Tanzania Safari through Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro

4 Days Round trip from Babati Rural Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire National Park and its vast elephant herds
  • 02 Discover wildlife on full-day game drives in the Serengeti
  • 03 Experience Ngorongoro Crater with a half-day wildlife safari
  • 04 Capture unforgettable wildlife moments with professional guidance

Discover Tanzania's northern circuit on a 4-day mid-range lodge safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Encounter elephants, lions, leopards, and diverse wildlife in iconic landscapes as you enjoy scenic picnic lunches and expert guidance from a professional English-speaking safari guide. Explore Tarangire's baobab-dotted savannahs, the sweeping Serengeti plains, and the biodiverse Ngorongoro Crater on this private safari. It offers an unforgettable mix of adventure, nature, and photography opportunities, perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and first-time visitors to northern Tanzania.

Explore Tarangire's baobab-dotted savannahs, the sweeping Serengeti plains, and the biodiverse Ngorongoro Crater on this private safari.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Babati, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire Among Baobabs and Wildlife

  • Depart early from Arusha and travel south toward Tarangire National Park, enjoying scenic views of rural Tanzania.
  • Arrive at the park and enjoy a scenic picnic lunch surrounded by nature.
  • Embark on an exciting afternoon game drive, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and diverse bird species beneath towering baobab trees.
  • Travel to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.
2
Day 02

Karatu Through Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti

  • After breakfast, depart Karatu and drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands toward Serengeti National Park.
  • Complete park entry formalities before beginning an afternoon game drive.
  • Spot wildlife including lions, elephants, leopards, and other Big Five species, along with abundant birds.
  • Arrive at your lodge inside or near the Serengeti for dinner and an overnight stay.
3
Day 03

Full-Day Serengeti Wildlife Adventure

  • Rise early for a full-day game drive across the Serengeti plains.
  • Enjoy tailored wildlife encounters guided by your expert safari guide, including cheetahs, elephants, hyenas, and rare bird species.
  • Stop for a scenic picnic lunch during the game drive.
  • Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.
4
Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

  • After breakfast, drive toward Ngorongoro Crater, enjoying sweeping views of the highlands.
  • Descend into the crater for a half-day game drive, spotting black rhinos, lions, hippos, and diverse birdlife.
  • Pause for a picnic lunch inside the crater.
  • Begin the return drive to Arusha and arrive at your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport, concluding the safari.
Tarangire National Park, baobab-dotted savannahs, Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, baobab-dotted savannahs, Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Babati Rural 6 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for wildlife viewing
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide throughout the safari
  • Full park entry fees to Tarangire National Park
  • Scenic picnic lunches within the parks
  • Afternoon game drives in Tarangire and Serengeti
  • Bottled drinking water during drives
  • Transfer from Arusha to Tarangire National Park
  • Mid-range lodge accommodation in Karatu for an overnight stay
  • Dinner served at the lodge

What's Not Included

  • Breakfast on Day 1 unless pre-arranged
  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks during lunch or dinner
  • Optional lodge activities or excursions not specified in the itinerary
  • Gratuities for the safari guide and lodge staff
  • Personal expenses such as souvenirs, mobile data, or phone usage

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kilimanjaro International Airport, Kilimanjaro Airport Road, Tanzania
Tour start
Babati Rural, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Babati Rural.

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