Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Lake Manyara Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari from Arusha

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Spot the world-famous African Big Five across Tanzania's iconic parks
02 Enjoy multiple game drives in Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro
03 Experience a sunrise game drive in Serengeti National Park
04 Explore the dramatic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater Highlands

Grab this chance to spot the world-famous Big Five as you explore the scenic Lake Manyara region, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater Highlands. Enjoy multiple game drives across Tanzania's iconic wildlife areas and stay in safari lodges located within the reserves. This 4-day safari combines thrilling game viewing with memorable landscapes and classic East African safari experiences.

Grab this chance to spot the world-famous Big Five as you explore the scenic Lake Manyara region, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater Highlands.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara

Languages English, French, German, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Arusha and Game Drive in Lake Manyara

Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer to Arusha.
Leave Arusha at 8:00 am and drive to Lake Manyara National Park with your guide for a game drive. Carry picnic lunch boxes.

After the game drive, continue to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 02

Drive to Serengeti via Oldupai Gorge

Leave the lodge at 9:30 am.
Drive to Serengeti National Park via Oldupai Gorge (optional).
Go on an en-route game drive.

Arrive at the Seronera lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Sunrise Game Drive in Serengeti and Transfer to Ngorongoro

Wake up at 6:00 am for a sunrise game drive around Serengeti National Park.
Return to the lodge at 11:00 am for brunch.
Drive to Ngorongoro.

Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Return to Arusha

Have breakfast and leave the lodge at 6:00 am.
Drive down to the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a game drive with picnic lunch boxes.
Return to Arusha before dark.

Where this trip takes you

Lake Manyara National Park woodlands, Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater floor

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Arusha 5 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

4x4 transport
Tips (10%)
Meals based on B/L/D
Transfers
Park entry fees
Crater service fees
English-speaking Tanzanian tour guide
Camping fees
Drinking water, 1.5 litres per day
Tent, mats, sleeping bag, and pillows

What's Not Included

Hotel accommodation before and after the safari in Arusha
Soft drinks, beer, wine, and spirits, as well as gifts such as local crafts
International flight tickets and airport transfer
Tips for staff such as guides and cooking staff
Fees for passports, visas, immunizations, and insurance
Laundry, phone calls, and other items of a personal nature
Visit and support for the orphan centre - these can be arranged and paid directly to the centre