Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari from Moshi with Ngorongoro Crater

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Game drive through Arusha National Park past Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater
02 Spot tree-climbing lions and abundant birdlife in Lake Manyara National Park
03 Explore the Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five and black rhinoceros
04 Travel in an open-top safari vehicle for excellent wildlife viewing
05 See the impressive Ficus thonningii tree with roots shaped like an arch

Embark on a 4-day wildlife safari in Tanzania from Moshi, with game drives through Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Travel in an open-top safari vehicle to observe Africa's iconic wildlife, including tree-climbing lions, black rhinoceros, and a remarkable variety of bird species. Along the way, pass the Momella Lakes, Ngurdoto Crater, and the impressive Ficus thonningii tree with roots shaped like an arch. Enjoy picnic lunches in the parks and overnight stays at comfortable accommodations.

Your safari vehicle will also pass beneath the Fig tree (Ficus thonningii), whose roots have grown into the shape of an arch large enough for a safari car - even elephant-sized - to pass underneath.

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 No

Cities Arusha, Moshi, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Arusha National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha National Park Game Drive from Moshi or Arusha

After breakfast, you'll depart from your Arusha or Moshi accommodation and drive to the park. After entering the park, you will embark on a game drive through Arusha National Park, passing landmarks such as the Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater, sometimes known as "Little Ngorongoro".
Your safari vehicle will also pass beneath the Fig tree (Ficus thonningii), whose roots have grown into the shape of an arch large enough for a safari car - even elephant-sized - to pass underneath. You may stop, get out of the car, and take pictures. During lunch, you will stop at a picnic site for your meal and then continue with the game drive. At around four, you will leave the national park for Arusha, where you will spend the night.

Day 02

Tarangire National Park Game Drive and Transfer to Manyara

After breakfast, hop into a four-by-four elongated Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, specially designed for African safaris. You will then proceed to Tarangire National Park, where, after check-in, you will enjoy a game drive until lunchtime. For lunch, you will stop at a picnic site, have your meal, and then continue with the afternoon game drive.
At around four, you will depart from the national park and drive to Manyara for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Lake Manyara National Park Wildlife and Birdwatching

After breakfast, you'll enter Lake Manyara National Park. The park is truly a photographer's playground and offers some of the best game viewing in the world. You can expect to see many of Africa's most well-known animals, with the tree-climbing lions being a particular treat. These proud predators lounge in acacia trees, practically begging to be photographed. Birdwatchers will find Lake Manyara an absolute delight, with many birds found throughout the park.
Even a novice can expect to be amazed by large flamingo flocks, circling birds of prey, and the brightly coloured lilac-breasted roller. You'll then retire to the campsite at the crater rim for dinner and a good night's rest.

Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

After breakfast, you'll enter the Ngorongoro Crater, sometimes considered the 8th Wonder of the World. Home to over 120 species of mammal, including the fabled Big Five, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is one of the most sought-after safari destinations in the world. It's a particularly good place to see the endangered black rhinoceros enjoying a solitary meal out on the grass plains, as well as large numbers of hippopotami enjoying the cool water.
The crater also features an extensive bird population, including geese, storks, and vultures. The lovely flamingos on Soda Lake will grace you. From the comfort of your open-top vehicle, you'll be able to observe and photograph some of Africa's most recognisable animals. The crater is home to a large number of predators, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, and hyenas, as well as a large population of wildebeest, zebras, antelope, Cape buffalo, and more.
Our guides are highly skilled and will impress you with their ability to track down animals. This is a skill that a book cannot teach and that only a selected few can perform. After the thrills and excitement of the day, you will have a picnic lunch by the park's famous hippo pool. Your trip will end in the late afternoon, after which you will drive back to Arusha.