4-Day Private Northern Tanzania Safari with Serengeti and Ngorongoro

4 Days Round trip from Arusha/Zanzibar/Dar-es-salaam Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private 4-day safari from Arusha with your dedicated professional driver-guide
02 Explore Tarangire National Park, known for large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and birdlife along the Tarangire River
03 Stay in the Serengeti's central Seronera area, one of Tanzania's best year-round wildlife regions
04 Experience early morning and daytime game drives across the Serengeti plains in search of iconic wildlife
05 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a 5-6 hour game drive on its wildlife-rich floor
06 Relax in comfortable lodges and a luxury tented camp after each day of adventure

Discover the very best of Northern Tanzania on this private 4-day safari through three of the country's most celebrated wildlife destinations: Tarangire National Park, the legendary Serengeti National Park, and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Travel with your own professional driver-guide and enjoy expertly guided game drives, picnic lunches in the bush, and unforgettable wildlife encounters across some of Africa's most iconic landscapes. From Tarangire's elephant-rich plains and ancient baobab trees to the endless savannahs of the Serengeti and the wildlife-rich floor of the Ngorongoro Crater, each day reveals a new landscape and exceptional game viewing.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Luxury

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire's Elephants and Baobabs

Your driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Tarangire National Park for a game drive with a packed lunch. This park is a hotspot for large elephant herds, cool cat families, a variety of birdlife, and those distinctive baobab trees. It is also a haven for wildlife thanks to the Tarangire River, which draws animals throughout the park.

After the day's adventures, dinner and a cozy overnight stay await you at Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View.

Day 02

Karatu to the Vast Plains of Serengeti

After breakfast, you will drive toward Serengeti National Park, passing through the pretty farmlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the highlands behind, you will enter the heart of wild Africa - Serengeti National Park - with its vast plains stretching endlessly.

Your destination is the central Seronera area, a super-rich wildlife spot in the park. It is home to the Seronera River, a key watering hole that attracts many Serengeti species. You will arrive in time for lunch and then head out for an afternoon game drive. Dinner and an overnight stay await you at Warriors Luxury Tented Camp.

Day 03

Morning Serengeti Game Drive to Ngorongoro

You will have breakfast at about 6:00 am, and then set out for a morning game drive in the Serengeti with a packed lunch. Get ready for a wildlife feast - lions, wildebeests, leopards, impalas, elephants, crocodiles, zebras, and more.

As the afternoon rolls in, you will drive to Ngorongoro, enjoying a game drive along the way for about 3 hours. On arrival, you will check in at Marera Mountain View, where dinner and your overnight stay will be ready for you.

Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

After a filling breakfast at the lodge, you will set out for an exciting game drive with your packed lunch. Early in the morning, you will descend to the crater floor for a 5 to 6-hour game drive. Prepare for the fantastic sight of a pride of lions, massive elephants, herds of wildebeests and zebras, rhinos, and more.

In the afternoon, you will bid farewell to the park and begin the journey back to your hotel in Arusha.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Arusha/Zanzibar/Dar-es-salaam 6 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Park fees (for non-residents)
All activities (unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
A professional driver-guide
All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
All taxes/VAT
Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)

What's Not Included

International flights (from/to home)
Round-trip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

Passport, visa (if required), travel insurance documents, and flight details.
Soft-sided duffel bag (required for domestic safari flights).
Neutral-coloured, lightweight clothing (khaki, green, beige, or brown).
A warm fleece or light jacket for early morning game drives and cool evenings.
Comfortable walking shoes or trainers.
Sun hat, sunglasses, and high-SPF sunscreen.
Insect repellent containing DEET or another effective repellent.
Personal medications and a small first-aid kit.
Camera with extra memory cards, spare batteries, and binoculars.
Reusable water bottle.
Universal travel adapter and portable power bank.

Know before you go

This is a fly-in safari, with scheduled light aircraft flights between destinations. Baggage is strictly limited to 15 kg (33 lbs) per person, including hand luggage, and must be packed in soft-sided duffel bags.
The Great Migration is a natural wildlife event, and its location varies throughout the year depending on rainfall. While every effort is made to maximize sightings, specific wildlife encounters cannot be guaranteed.
Game drives are conducted in private 4x4 safari vehicles with experienced professional guides.
Distances between parks can be long; however, this itinerary minimizes road travel by flying into the Serengeti.
Accommodation is subject to availability and may be substituted with a similar property of the same standard if necessary.
Tanzania uses Type D and Type G electrical sockets with a 230V power supply. A universal travel adapter is recommended.
Some lodges may have limited Wi-Fi and mobile phone coverage due to their remote locations.
Travel insurance covering medical emergencies, evacuation, trip cancellation, and personal belongings is strongly recommended.
A valid passport with at least six months' validity beyond your travel dates is required. Please check visa requirements before departure.

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