Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Tanzania Safari to Lake Manyara and Serengeti with Balloon Ride

4 Days Round trip from Tanzania Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover tree-climbing lions, birdlife, and groundwater forest walkways in Lake Manyara
  • 02 Explore the Serengeti plains and witness the Great Migration and Big Five wildlife
  • 03 Experience guided walking safaris and immersive bush exploration
  • 04 Enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti landscapes

Experience an unforgettable four-day safari across Tanzania's most iconic landscapes, from Lake Manyara's lush groundwater forests to the vast Serengeti plains. Witness tree-climbing lions, diverse birdlife, and the Great Migration across open savannahs. Enjoy immersive game drives, guided walking safaris, and a sunrise hot air balloon experience over the Serengeti. This journey blends wildlife encounters, dramatic landscapes, and cultural richness, offering a complete East African safari adventure filled with breathtaking moments and extraordinary natural beauty.

Experience an unforgettable four-day safari across Tanzania's most iconic landscapes, from Lake Manyara's lush groundwater forests to the vast Serengeti plains.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara
Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Lake Manyara and Afternoon Game Drive

  • Your safari begins with a morning pick-up in Arusha, followed by a scenic drive to Lake Manyara National Park.

  • Upon arrival, check in at Manyara Tortilis Camp and enjoy a delicious lunch.

  • Spend the early afternoon relaxing at the camp before heading out for an afternoon game drive across the park's diverse wildlife habitats.

  • As the sun sets, return to the camp for dinner and a restful overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Walking Safari and Transfer to Serengeti National Park

  • Begin your day with a hearty breakfast, followed by a four-hour immersive walking safari around the camp, offering a unique perspective on the local ecosystem.

  • After the safari, enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild, surrounded by natural scenery.

  • In the afternoon, embark on a scenic drive across the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards Serengeti National Park.

  • Upon arrival in the evening, check in at Serengeti Tortilis Camp and enjoy dinner followed by an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Northern Serengeti and Great Migration Tracking

  • Start your day with a delicious breakfast before heading to the Northern Serengeti.

  • Spend the morning tracking the Great Wildebeest Migration and observing herd dynamics across the plains.

  • Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch at a designated site in the heart of Serengeti National Park.

  • In the afternoon, continue exploring different sectors of the Serengeti to maximise wildlife sightings.

  • As the sun sets, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

4
Day 04

Sunrise Balloon Safari and Return to Arusha

  • Experience a final morning of wonder with a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Serengeti plains.

  • Enjoy a gourmet breakfast after landing, set in the heart of the wilderness.

  • Spend the late morning on a guided bush walk around the camp, exploring the surrounding ecosystem.

  • Enjoy lunch before departing for Arusha for your onward journey or flight home.

Lake Manyara's lush groundwater forests, Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Where this trip takes you

Lake Manyara's lush groundwater forests, Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tanzania 4 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fees
  • Transportation
  • Accommodation
  • Meals & drinks
  • Transfer
  • Game drives
  • Hot air balloon
  • Guide fees / ranger fees
  • Walking safari

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Visas & insurance
  • Optional activities
  • Personal items

What to bring

  • Clothes
  • Gear & Essential
  • Health & personal items

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha Region, Tanzania
Tour start
Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Tanzania.

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Single Room $2,493.35 — $3,487.75
Double Sharing $2,493.35 — $2,866.25

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