Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Tanzania Safari with Lake Natron, Serengeti and Ngorongoro

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover Lake Natron's vivid red-brown to purple-violet waters and millions of dwarf flamingos
  • 02 Hike to the waterfalls near Lake Natron and enjoy a refreshing swim in this true oasis
  • 03 Explore the Serengeti's endless plains, home to the Great Migration and rich predator populations
  • 04 Descend more than 600 m into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day wildlife safari
  • 05 See Tarangire's giant baobab trees and enjoy close-up elephant viewing

Embark on a 4-day Tanzanian safari through some of the country's most breathtaking landscapes and wildlife areas. Discover Lake Natron's vivid red-brown to purple-violet waters, its millions of dwarf flamingos, and nearby waterfalls with inviting pools for a refreshing swim. Continue to the Serengeti's endless plains, renowned for the Great Migration and its extraordinary concentration of predators and grazing animals. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater to explore its rich ecosystem, then conclude in Tarangire National Park among giant baobab trees and some of the best elephant-viewing in Tanzania.

Discover Lake Natron's vivid red-brown to purple-violet waters, its millions of dwarf flamingos, and nearby waterfalls with inviting pools for a refreshing swim.

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, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Ol Doinyo Lengai, Lake Natron
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Lake Natron via the Rift Valley

  • Just past Mto wa Mbu, you'll leave the paved road and begin your adventurous journey along the slopes of the East African Rift Valley. The drive takes you through Maasai villages, with the towering Ol Doinyo Lengai - the Maasai's sacred mountain - in view.
  • Soon, the Maasai village of Ngare Sero will appear on the horizon, not far from the lake.
  • Lake Natron, a highly saline body of water, is home to an extraordinary variety of wildlife, particularly the 2.5 million dwarf flamingos that use the lake as their regular breeding ground. The water's vivid red-brown to purple-violet hue is caused by unicellular algae and bacteria, creating a stunning and unique landscape.
  • The area around Lake Natron is one of Africa's most pristine and breathtaking regions.
  • During your visit, you'll embark on a hike to the lake and explore the nearby waterfalls, a true oasis with inviting waters perfect for a refreshing swim.

Accommodation: Africa Safari Lake Natron (Safari Luxury Glamping)

2
Day 02

Wildlife Safari in Serengeti National Park

  • The endless plains of the Serengeti are next on your list, and this is where the magic continues. It is the heart of a vast ecosystem whose species-rich animal world is unique in the world.
  • Annually, the Great Migration involves over 1.4 million gnus, almost 300,000 Thomson's gazelles, about 200,000 zebras, and several thousand topi during the rainy seasons as they move to areas with greener and lusher meadows.
  • With about 3 million larger mammals, the Serengeti is the national park with the richest wildlife in the world.
  • Around two-thirds are made up of the above-mentioned animal species. Furthermore, the park is home to many other animal species, such as giraffe, buffalo, hyena, elephant, and crocodile.
  • Particularly large is the population of feline predators: about 3,000 lions, a good 300 cheetahs, and an estimated 400-700 leopards have their hunting ground here.

Accommodation: Into Wild Africa Camp Serengeti

3
Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Lake Magadi

  • On this day, you will descend over 600 m into the crater to view wildlife on a half-day safari tour.
  • Supported by a year-round water supply and fodder, the Ngorongoro Crater sustains a vast variety of animals, including herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants.
  • Another big drawcard of this picturesque national park is its dense population of predators, which includes lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the ever-elusive leopard, which sometimes requires a trained eye to spot.
  • We will visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner, which is one of the main features of the crater.
  • A large number of flamingos, hippos, and other water birds can be seen here.
  • After lunch, we will start ascending from the crater and head to the lodge for the overnight stay.

Accommodation: Africa Safari Lake Manyara

4
Day 04

Tarangire National Park and Return to Arusha

  • Giant baobab trees, bush savannah, and seasonal marshes add to the wonder of this nature reserve.
  • Tarangire National Park is considered one of the best places to view elephants up close.
  • The park is also home to buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeests, which are always closely followed by a range of predators such as lions. Leopards are seen now and then, but cheetahs are rarely spotted.
  • From the open roof of the safari vehicle, you will be able to absorb the landscape and watch the animals.
  • After the game drive, you will head to Arusha/JRO.
Lake Natron's red-brown waters, Ol Doinyo Lengai volcanic slopes, Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Lake Natron's red-brown waters, Ol Doinyo Lengai volcanic slopes, Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 7 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)
  • Services 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 the 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 (from Arusha to Zanzibar)
  • Medical/luggage insurance
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 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)
  • Long-sleeved 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 €1,102.00 — €2,760.00
Double Sharing €1,102.00 — €1,711.00

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