Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Tanzania Safari through Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

Lions in the wild at Tarangire National Park

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Spot large elephant herds gathering around the Tarangire River in Tarangire National Park
02 Explore the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, famous for wildebeest migration and predators
03 Track wildlife on the floor of the renowned Ngorongoro Crater amid dramatic prehistoric scenery
04 See a rich variety of animals and birdlife, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, crocodiles, cranes, and storks

Embark on a 4-day safari through some of Tanzania's most famous wildlife destinations, including Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Explore the world-renowned vast plains, a dramatic volcanic crater, and rich ecosystems filled with wildlife and birdlife such as hyenas, cheetahs, cranes, leopards, crocodiles, giraffes, elephants, and storks. Enjoy game drives across these iconic landscapes while discovering their unique flora and fauna.

Embark on a 4-day safari through some of Tanzania's most famous wildlife destinations, including Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Arusha, Moshi, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha - Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel/accommodation location in Arusha at exactly 9 am for a 1-hour drive to Tarangire National Park with your Tanzanian safari guide. This park is often referred to as the “home of elephants”, where you will have a great chance to spot elephants in large herds gathering around the Tarangire River. Other animals can also be spotted, including leopards, lions, giraffes and even tree-climbing pythons.

Meals:

Breakfast: Continental Breakfast 'to go' from Lodge accommodations.

Lunch: Packed Picnic Lunch.

Dinner: Supplied by Safari Lodge.

Day 02

Serengeti National Park

Have breakfast at around 6.00 am and proceed on an en-route Game drive to Serengeti National Park, the largest and most renowned park in Tanzania. Known worldwide for its endless plains, you’ll have a chance to see wildebeest–migration, a pride of lions and other predators such as hyenas, cheetahs, leopards, hippos, giraffes, antelopes and gazelles. You can also find crocodiles in the Grumeti River.

Meals:

Breakfast: Supplied by the restaurant located within the Lodge.

Lunch: Visually stunning panoramic Picnic Lunch within Serengeti National Park.

Dinner: Sit down for a nutritious and locally sourced meal served at the Safari Lodge.

Day 03

Serengeti National Park

Another early start to the day with breakfast at around 6.00 am.
Proceed on another exciting game drive at Serengeti National Park to explore the diverse African wildlife.
Leave the Serengeti for the Ngorongoro Crater with an optional stop-over at Olduvai Gorge, a river canyon that cut 100 meters deep through the volcanic soil of the Serengeti plains.

Meals:

Breakfast: Included by luxury Lodge before morning departure.

Lunch: Scenic Picnic Lunch.

Dinner: Hosted by Safari Lodge.

Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

After a hearty breakfast, begin your departure to the renowned Ngorongoro crater with your picnic lunch for a full day of tracking game on the crater floor. A diverse game drive awaits in the 'Land Before Time-esq' scenery with the possibility of seeing baboons, rhino's, lion's, hyenas, and ostrich, amongst many more.
Have the chance to stop at a Masai Village for a cultural experience to meet the ancient people and experience how they live protected in the crater.
After picnic lunch, start driving back from Ngorongoro Crater back to Moshi

Meals:

Breakfast: Grab and go breakfast from the lodge to get an early start to the day.

Lunch: Picnic Lunch to be enjoyed at the desired location based on hunger and scenery.

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, endless plains of Serengeti National Park, Olduvai Gorge, Ngorongoro Crater

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

4-day guided African safari with local HERO guides in our HERO Land Cruiser
All park permits and fees
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Meals: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Transportation: Land Cruiser / African Outback Vehicle with Wi-Fi and cooler included
Staff and experts: Certified safari guide and assistant guide/driver throughout

Know before you go

4-Day African Safari: Spend 4 days and 3 nights exploring Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Choose from staying in luxury lodges, standard tented lodges, or tented camping.
Physical Level Grading: Anybody.
HERO Summits offers additional options such as hiking, biking, and zip-lining during your stay. Most of your itinerary and adventure will occur using a 4x4 safari vehicle, with the occasional walking necessary to get from place to place at each event.
Trip Type: Small- to average-sized group. Small groups can include up to a maximum of 6 per vehicle, with an average of 2 safari vehicles.
HERO Summits has taken much care in creating a comprehensive and detailed itinerary to give all future adventurers the best understanding and experience. Things are always subject to change, and thus this is not a contractual document. Itineraries may change, as improvements will always be made to create the best experience possible. Some changes that may occur include different lodges because of availability at the time of booking. All replacement lodges will be of equal or greater quality.
Important Notes
Safari Travel: Long distances are covered while exploring the different wildlife parks and animals. The majority of the time is spent viewing diverse wildlife while driving in the parks. Since you will be in the vehicle for long periods of time, amenities like wireless internet and a wine fridge are included. Although these will be long travel days, the experience of this adventure will be unforgettable. The stunning African landscapes, diverse and rich cultures, combined with a new understanding of the wildlife, will remain with you forever.
What to Bring: The guides will share a recommended packing list for this multi-day safari to ensure you're sorted.
Luxury or backpacker accommodation options are available.