Tanzania · Wildlife Safari

4-Day Tanzania Safari through Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire National Park, known for arboreal lions and large baboon colonies
  • 02 Witness the wildebeest migration and resident predators in Serengeti National Park
  • 03 Enjoy early game viewing before descending into Ngorongoro Crater
  • 04 Look for the Big Five inside one of Africa's natural wonders

Embark on an unforgettable 4-day safari through Tanzania's most iconic parks. Explore the unique wildlife of Tarangire, witness the Great Migration in Serengeti, and descend into the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater. With private guided experiences and stunning landscapes, this journey promises adventure and breathtaking moments at every turn.

The park is famous for arboreal lions, which hide among the branches of the trees, and the numerous colonies of baboons that populate the forest.

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, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

  • You'll be picked up from your lodge and depart for Tarangire National Park for game drives, carrying lunch boxes.
  • Once we finish the game drive, we will transfer you to the lodge for relaxation, dinner, and your overnight stay.
  • The park is famous for arboreal lions, which hide among the branches of the trees, and the numerous colonies of baboons that populate the forest. They will accompany you along the road from the moment you enter the park.

Accommodation: Crater Rim View Karatu

2
Day 02

Wildlife Viewing in Serengeti National Park

  • After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park for wildlife sightings.
  • Enjoy lunch in a suitable place inside the park. In the afternoon, we will continue with the game drive activity before reaching the lodge.
  • Serengeti is best known for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. Be ready to see resident predators such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions fulfilling their role in the circle of life.

Accommodation: Central Serengeti Camp

3
Day 03

Morning Serengeti Game Drive and Transfer to Ngorongoro

  • Today, wake up early and enjoy magical game drives in Serengeti National Park. In the afternoon, depart for Ngorongoro for your overnight stay at the accommodation located on the Ngorongoro Crater Rim.
  • This gives you a chance to descend inside the crater early the next morning and see many animals while they are still more active.
  • Serengeti is best known for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. Be ready to see resident predators such as leopard, cheetah, and lion fulfilling their role in the circle of life.

Accommodation: Tortilis Ngorongoro

4
Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

  • After breakfast, we'll descend inside Ngorongoro Crater for game drives.
  • Once we finish the game drives, we will transfer you to Arusha, where we'll finish our safari.
  • This park constitutes the largest uninterrupted caldera in the world and is one of the natural wonders of Africa.
Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, 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

  • All applicable park entry fees as per the program
  • Government taxes and local levies
  • Unlimited game drives and all activities (unless labeled as optional)
  • Service of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the airport
  • Picnic lunch or hot lunch on safari, depending on the onward program
  • Meals on a full-board basis and accommodation on safari as indicated in the shared program (unless listed as an upgrade)
  • Unlimited drinking water (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Refreshments during safari in the safari vehicle
  • Private transport in a customized pop-up top 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with plugs to charge mobile phones and cameras, an intercooler to keep drinks cold, and a full AC system

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Domestic flight
  • Medical/luggage insurance
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10-20 per person per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
  • Any extra orders at meals are not included. Set menu meals are part of the package.

What to bring

  • Camera and memory cards
  • Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
  • Sturdy boots or sandals
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • T-shirts or polo shirts (2-5, depending on how often you want to change)
  • Sleeve shirts (lightweight)
  • Shorts
  • Long trousers
  • Socks
  • Sleepwear
  • Travel towel
  • Thermal underwear, gloves, and a warm hat (during May-Sept)
  • Raincoat and rain trousers (during the rainy season, Mar-May and Oct-Dec)
  • Binoculars
  • Sunscreen
  • Wet wipes
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
  • Malaria tablets
  • Flashlight or headlamp
  • Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc.
  • Power adapter to fit the UK-style electrical socket

Know before you go

  • This tour starts and ends in Arusha.
  • The operator can help select your international or domestic flights, but you must book them yourself.
  • Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya).
  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included.
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.

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 €1,450.00 — €3,116.00
Double Sharing €1,450.00 — €2,030.00

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