Tanzania · Camping Safari

4-Day Tanzania Camping Safari with Ngorongoro and Tree-Climbing Lions

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Embark on a game drive through Arusha National Park past the Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater
  • 02 Spot the famous tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara lounging in acacia trees
  • 03 Explore Tarangire's savannah plains, known for immense herds of elephants
  • 04 Observe over 120 mammal species in the Ngorongoro Crater, including the fabled Big Five

Experience a 4-day camping safari through some of northern Tanzania's most rewarding wildlife areas, from Arusha National Park and its notably different coloured Momella Lakes and 3 km-wide Ngurdoto Crater to Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Look out for the famous tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara, explore Tarangire's savannah plains and immense herds of elephants, and enjoy outstanding game viewing across each park. This safari combines classic landscapes, rich birdlife, and the chance to observe over 120 mammal species, including the fabled Big Five.

Your safari vehicle will also pass under the Fig Tree (Ficus thonningii), whose roots have formed 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 Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Moshi, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Arusha National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha National Park Game Drive and Overnight in Arusha

  • After breakfast, you'll depart from your accommodation in Arusha or Moshi and drive to Arusha National Park. After entering the park, you will embark on a game drive that passes landmarks such as the Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater, sometimes known as "Little Ngorongoro".
  • Your safari vehicle will also pass under the Fig Tree (Ficus thonningii), whose roots have formed 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.
  • At lunchtime, you will stop at a picnic site for lunch and then continue with the game drive. At around four, you will leave the national park and return to Arusha, where you will spend the night.

Overnight at Arusha

2
Day 02

Tarangire National Park Safari and Transfer to Manyara

  • After breakfast, you will 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 entry formalities, 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.

Overnight at Manyara (Mto Wa Mbu)

3
Day 03

Lake Manyara Game Drive and Overnight at Ngorongoro

  • 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. Bird watchers will find Lake Manyara an absolute delight, with many birds on display throughout the park.
  • Even the 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.

Overnight at Ngorongoro

4
Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Return to Arusha

  • After breakfast, you'll enter the Ngorongoro Crater, sometimes considered the 8th Wonder of the World. Home to over 120 mammal species, including the fabled Big Five, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is one of the most sought-after safari destinations in the world. It's a perfect place to see the endangered black rhinoceros enjoying a lonely meal out on the grass plains and 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 faces.
  • Our highly skilled guides will impress you with their ability to track down animals - a skill that a book cannot teach and that only a selected few can perform. 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. It is truly one of Africa's premier safari destinations.
  • After the thrills and excitement of the day, you will have a picnic lunch by the park's famous hippo pool. After that, you will drive back to Arusha. Your trip will end in the late afternoon.

Overnight at Arusha

Momella Lakes, Ngurdoto Crater, Lake Manyara tree-climbing lions, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Momella Lakes, Ngurdoto Crater, Lake Manyara tree-climbing lions, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 6 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 4x4 safari car
  • Park fees
  • All activities (unless labelled as optional)
  • All accommodations, as stated in the itinerary
  • All transportation (unless labelled as optional)
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Round-trip airport transfer
  • All meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinking water on all days

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Additional park fees
  • Tipping the crew
  • Visas

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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