Tanzania · Camping Safari

4-Day Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro Camping Safari

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire National Park, known for ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds
  • 02 Take in the breathtaking view of Ngorongoro Crater from the viewpoint
  • 03 Enjoy game drives in Seronera, the center of Serengeti National Park
  • 04 Experience a Serengeti sunset with close views of wild animals
  • 05 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a chance to spot the black rhino

Enjoy a 4-day group camping tour to Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater with a guide/driver and chef. Explore Tarangire National Park, known for its ancient baobab trees and large concentration of elephants, continue to Serengeti National Park for rewarding wildlife viewing, and visit the famous Ngorongoro Crater for its beautiful landscapes and surreal views. This northern circuit safari also offers the chance to spot the Big 5 while experiencing some of Tanzania's most celebrated parks.

After an early breakfast, descend into the crater at 6:15 am on a journey to find the black rhino.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

  • Pick up from the hotel at 8:00 am and meet the guide, chef, and other clients.
  • Drive to Tarangire National Park, a 2-hour journey to a park famous for its diverse landscape. The park is particularly known for its abundance of ancient baobab trees and for having the largest concentration of elephants in the country. It provides unique chances to observe the interaction between elephant families.
  • Go for a game drive through the park depending on the reported sightings of animals. Predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards are harder to spot, while herbivores such as giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, and more are plentiful throughout the park.
  • Later, head to the Tarangire River picnic site and enjoy the beautiful view of the river and animals while having lunch.
  • After lunch, continue with the game drive and exit the park around 4:30 pm.
  • Head to the accommodation at Fig Big Tree Lodge for dinner and sleep.

Meals included: Lunch and Dinner.

2
Day 02

Mto Wa Mbu to Serengeti via Ngorongoro

  • After breakfast at 8:30 am, drive from Mto Wa Mbu to Serengeti, a 6-hour journey including all stops. Transit through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Stop at Ngorongoro Crater in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Arusha Region. Briefly stop at the gate and the viewpoint to admire the breathtaking view of the crater.
  • Visit a Maasai village (optional) to explore the culture of the great Maasai tribe, once known for chasing lions for a kill to be considered a warrior and for drinking raw animal blood. While most of these traditions are now a thing of the past, with the exception of drinking blood, you can still learn something about their culture.
  • Arrive in the late afternoon and go for a game drive in Seronera, the center of Serengeti, until late evening. Experience the sunset in Serengeti while enjoying close views of wild animals.
  • Head to Seronera campsite.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Accommodation included: Overnight at Seronera campsite.

3
Day 03

Serengeti Game Drive and Transfer to Ngorongoro

  • After an early breakfast at 6:30 am, go for an early game drive and see many animals until the afternoon.
  • Head back to the camp for lunch.
  • Pack your belongings and continue with a game drive.
  • Exit Serengeti and head to Simba campsite, a 2-hour drive near the rim of Ngorongoro Crater.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Simba campsite, Ngorongoro.

4
Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Tour and Return to Arusha

  • After an early breakfast, descend into the crater at 6:15 am on a journey to find the black rhino. Rhinos are the hardest animals to spot in this beautiful crater.
  • After lunch, continue with a game drive and ascend from the crater around 12:45.
  • Pack for the trip back to Arusha town.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch.

Tarangire National Park, ancient baobab trees, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, ancient baobab trees, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All park entrances and taxes
  • Accommodation
  • Meals and water
  • Fly and bug spray
  • Transfer to and from the airport
  • Camping equipment
  • Sleeping bag and mattress

What's Not Included

  • Tips
  • Visas
  • Items of a personal nature

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $976.00 — $1,056.00
Double Sharing $976.00 — $1,006.00

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