Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Private Serengeti Safari with Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Behold the unique wonder of the Ngorongoro Crater, also known as the Garden of Eden
02 Witness wildlife on Serengeti's endless plains during game drives and sunset viewing
03 Enjoy a game drive in Tarangire National Park among ancient baobab trees and elephant herds
04 Look for the black rhino on a crater-floor safari in Ngorongoro
05 Travel in your own private vehicle across three of Tanzania's iconic safari destinations

This 4-day safari to Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire gives you the chance to enjoy game drives in your own private vehicle across three of Tanzania's most celebrated wildlife areas. Explore Tarangire National Park, known for its diverse landscape, ancient baobab trees, and large elephant herds, then continue to Serengeti's endless plains for exceptional wildlife viewing. Visit the Ngorongoro Crater, also known as the Garden of Eden, and look out for the black rhino in its beautiful floor crater setting.

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

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

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

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

Meet your tour guide at your hotel at 8:00 am and, after getting familiar with the guide, chef, and other clients, drive to Tarangire National Park, a 2-hour journey. The park is famous for its diverse landscape and is particularly known for its abundance of ancient baobab trees and the largest concentration of elephants in the whole country, providing unique chances to observe the interaction between elephant families.
Enjoy a game drive through the park and spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, and more.
Head to the Tarangire River picnic site and enjoy the beautiful view of the river and animals while having lunch.
Proceed with the game drive and exit the park around 4:30 pm.

Overnight stay.

Day 02

Mto Wa Mbu to Serengeti via Ngorongoro

Have breakfast at 8:30 am and drive from Mto Wa Mbu to Serengeti, a journey of about 6 hours including all stops, as you transit through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Stop at Ngorongoro Crater in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Arusha Region.
Visit a Maasai village. This is an optional visit where you can explore the culture of the great Maasai tribe. Duration: 20-45 minutes. This optional visit is not included in the price, and the entrance fee is USD 10-20.
Arrive in the late afternoon and enjoy a game drive in Seronera, the centre of Serengeti.
Experience the sunset in Serengeti while having a close view of wild animals.

Overnight stay.

Day 03

Early Serengeti Game Drive to Ngorongoro Rim

Have an early breakfast at 6:30 am and go on an early game drive, seeing many animals until the afternoon.
Head to camp for lunch and pack your belongings.
Exit the Serengeti and head to Simba Campsite, a 2-hour drive near the rim of Ngorongoro Crater. Note: animals can be spotted at the campsite.

Overnight stay.

Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

Have an early breakfast at 6:15 am and descend into the crater on a journey to find the black rhino. Rhinos are the hardest animals to spot in this beautiful crater, while most other animals are easier to see here because it is a floor crater.
Have lunch.
Continue with a game drive and ascend the crater at around 12:45 pm.
Return to the camp and pack for the trip back to Arusha town.

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, Tarangire River picnic site, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater

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

Park fees (for non-residents)
All activities (unless labelled as optional)
All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
Camping equipment
English-speaking Tanzania driver/guide
All transportation (unless labelled as optional)
All taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Sleeping bag

What's Not Included

International flights (from/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Bath towels
Tips (tipping guideline: USD 10.00 per person per day)
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees

Know before you go

The Maasai village visit on Day 2 is optional, not included in the price, and has an entrance fee of USD 10-20. The visit lasts approximately 20-45 minutes.

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