4-Day Tarangire, Central Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari with Bush Camp

4 Days Round trip from Babati Rural Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Travel through Tarangire National Park, known for its plentiful elephants, birdlife, feline species, and baobab trees
02 Explore the wildlife-rich Seronera area in central Serengeti, where the Seronera River draws a wide variety of animals
03 Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives across the Serengeti's vast plains
04 Descend to the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a 5-6 hour game drive in search of lions, elephants, wildebeests, zebras, and rhinoceroses

Experience four days of safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater, exploring some of Tanzania's most celebrated wildlife areas. Discover Tarangire's plentiful elephants, diverse birdlife, feline species, and iconic baobab trees, then continue to the vast plains of the Serengeti and the wildlife-rich Seronera area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an extensive game drive in search of lions, elephants, wildebeests, zebras, rhinoceroses, and more. This tour offers a rewarding chance to enjoy Tanzania's remarkable landscapes and abundant wildlife in a short time.

Book this 4-day Tarangire, Central Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari with Bush Camp with Serengeti Wildlife Safaris, a licensed Tanzania tour operator based in Arusha since 2017. Every itinerary can be tailor-made to your travel dates, budget and interests, and combined with Serengeti and Ngorongoro safaris, Kilimanjaro climbs or Zanzibar beach stays.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

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

Languages English, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

Your driver-guide will pick you up from the hotel and take you to Tarangire for a thrilling game drive, complete with a packed lunch inside the park.
Tarangire is renowned for its plentiful elephants, diverse feline species, vibrant birdlife, and iconic baobab trees. Thanks to the Tarangire River, it serves as a crucial dry-season refuge for wildlife.
Afterwards, you will enjoy dinner and spend the night at the Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge.

Day 02

Journey to Serengeti National Park

Following breakfast, your journey will lead you to Serengeti National Park, with scenic drives through the captivating Karatu Highlands and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you bid farewell to the highlands, you will descend into the heart of the untamed African wilderness: Serengeti National Park, where vast plains stretch endlessly before you.
Your final destination is the central park area, known as the Seronera area, celebrated for its abundant wildlife. Here, the Seronera River flows, serving as a vital water source that lures a diverse array of Serengeti's wildlife species.
You will arrive in time for lunch and savor an afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park, followed by dinner and a comfortable overnight stay at Tanzania Bush Camp.

Day 03

Morning Game Drive in Central Serengeti and Transfer to Ngorongoro

Your day begins with breakfast served around 6:00 a.m., followed by an exciting morning game drive in the Serengeti, complete with packed lunches.
Get ready to encounter a diverse range of wildlife, including lions, wildebeests, leopards, impala, elephants, crocodiles, zebras, and more. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a scenic 3-hour drive to Ngorongoro, with game drives along the way.
You will arrive at Marera Valley Lodge, where you will check in for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Return to Arusha

You will begin your day with a satisfying breakfast at the lodge, and then gear up for a game drive with lunch boxes in tow. In the early morning, you will descend to the crater floor for an extensive 5-6 hour game drive.
Keep your eyes peeled for incredible sightings, including lion pride, majestic elephants, herds of wildebeests and zebras, rhinoceroses, and a myriad of other wildlife. As the day winds down, you will bid farewell to the park and journey back to Arusha.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Babati Rural 5 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Quality safari jeep
Professional guide
Drinking water
Beer
All meals on safari
Air-conditioned car
Local food
Guide wages
All accommodation
Bath towels
Park fees
Drinking water on all days
The government imposed increase in taxes and park fees
Camping equipment

What's Not Included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
International flights
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Tips (tipping guideline: USD 10–15 per person per day for your guide)

What to bring

Luggage: Use a durable, waterproof, and lockable duffel or soft-sided bag. Keep valuables in a separate day pack, and ideally leave sentimental or high-value items at home.
Clothes: Pack layers for hot days and cool nights. Choose breathable, sun-protective clothing in mid-tone colors like olive, green, and khaki. Avoid white, bright, or dark colors. Casual wear is suitable for lodge evenings. Bring a waterproof coat and check the weather before travelling.
Shoes: Bring light hiking boots and sports sandals for daytime and camp walks. Flip-flops are useful for showers.
Sun protection: The African sun can be brutal, so be sure to bring a good pair of sunglasses, a hat, sun cream, and lip salve.
First aid supplies: Antiseptic ointment, antihistamine cream and tablets, painkiller (e.g. Nurofen), eye drops, anti-diarrhea medication, bandages, personal medication for allergies or asthma, and insect repellent with DEET.
Photography and electrical equipment: We recommend bringing a strong bag or carry case to protect the camera, spare batteries, memory or storage media (2 memory cards in case one gets corrupted), and binoculars.
Electrical charging and power supply

Know before you go

Your safety on safari: Our 4x4 Land Cruisers are checked and serviced before every trip, every vehicle carries a first aid kit, and our guides are first-aid trained. Guides carry radios to stay in contact where there is no internet, including with park rangers, and you can reach our Arusha office at any time by WhatsApp or phone call.

A Serengeti Wildlife Safaris representative will collect you from the airport and take you to your accommodation in Arusha for the night. Accommodation before and after your safari can be booked if needed.
On arrival
Flying into Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airports is quite straightforward. English is widely spoken and used for signs and directions.
Arusha Airport is a 30-minute drive from Arusha.
Kilimanjaro Airport is roughly a one-hour drive from Arusha. If you arrive on an international flight, clearing immigration can be a lengthy process.
Money
The local currency is the Tanzanian Shilling. US Dollars and Euros are widely accepted. Most places will not accept older US dollar bills printed before 2006.
Credit cards
If you intend to use your credit or debit card to withdraw funds, we suggest taking more than one card with you, as you may find that your card is not accepted at the first ATM you try. Visa and Maestro cards are best. We recommend informing your bank that you will be using your card abroad to avoid it being blocked.
ATMs
These are available in Arusha and allow you to withdraw local currency.
Flight information
We advise that you arrive in Arusha at least 1 day before your trip begins. Return flights can be booked for the late afternoon or evening of the final day of your safari, but please ensure your guide is aware of this so that you can arrive at the airport in plenty of time for your flight.
Visa and passports
Please check with the relevant embassy in your country for up-to-date visa and passport information. Make sure your passport is not going to expire within six months of your trip and that it has at least 3 clear pages. You will probably need a visa to enter Tanzania. Check with your own country's government travel website to find out how to get your visa. Most visas can be bought on arrival into the country.
Vaccinations and health
You will require vaccinations for your trip. As we are not medically trained, we are unable to give detailed advice on vaccination requirements. However, the following vaccinations are normally recommended for Tanzania:
Tetanus
Polio
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Rabies
Yellow Fever
Malaria
Yellow Fever is compulsory when entering Tanzania from a country with Yellow Fever. Vaccination certificates are often checked at immigration. If you are entering Tanzania from a country that does not have Yellow Fever, vaccination is not needed. Please visit the World Health Organization website for an up-to-date list.
Malaria: In some of the areas visited, there is a risk of contracting malaria. You must be aware that whatever malaria tablets you are taking only offer partial protection. They must be coupled with physical efforts to avoid being bitten, which is the best prevention. Malaria-carrying mosquitoes come out at sunset, so from this time, you should wear long sleeves and trousers. Exposed skin, especially ankles, should have insect repellent containing DEET applied.
Travel insurance
We strongly recommend that you have extensive travel insurance to cover your trip. It is also wise to leave a copy of your insurance policy with a friend or relative for safekeeping. Your policy should include adequate medical emergency and repatriation coverage.
Tipping
There is a well-established culture of tipping in Tanzania. Guides: if you feel you have received good service, a typical tip is USD 10-15 per person per day. The guides work extremely long hours, and tips supplement their income significantly. Anything you can afford is appreciated. Tipping in accommodation is also discretionary. Most accommodation will have a tip box in reception. We recommend putting something in at the end of your stay rather than giving individuals money. Depending on the level of service, we recommend USD 10 per day for a group of 2.
Climate
In Tanzania, the year is loosely divided into the short rains (November) and the long rains (March to May). The rains usually last for one or two hours each day and are followed by hot, sunny weather. Nights can be surprisingly cold at higher altitudes, for example, Ngorongoro Crater.