Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari with Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Observe the wildebeest migration in Serengeti National Park
  • 02 Get a chance to view the elusive Big Five
  • 03 Witness tree-climbing lions at Lake Manyara National Park
  • 04 Marvel at giant crocodiles near the Gurmeti River

Embark on a 4-day enchanting safari through Tanzania's breathtaking wilderness. Witness the iconic Big Five and other fascinating wildlife in Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Explore diverse landscapes with a private guide in a fully equipped 4x4 Jeep, capturing stunning photos along the way.

Embark on a 4-day enchanting safari through Tanzania's breathtaking wilderness.

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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
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire's Elephant Country

  • Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your accommodation and given lunch boxes as you begin the stunning journey to Tarangire National Park. The vast herds of elephants in Tarangire National Park are one of its best-known features.
  • You will witness a range of environments, including savannas and seasonal marshes. Meanwhile, the Tarangire River meanders through the parklands.
  • You may spot leopards lounging in the trees above and a lion chasing its prey.
  • After the game drives are completed, we will take you back to your lodge so you can unwind, have supper, and spend the night there.

Accommodation: Africa Safari Lake Manyara

2
Day 02

Game Drive Across Serengeti National Park

  • After breakfast, you will depart for Serengeti National Park on a game drive and enjoy lunch at a suitable place inside the park. We will continue the game drive in the afternoon before reaching the camp.
  • Serengeti National Park is well known for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest.
  • However, be ready to see resident predators such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions fulfilling their role in the circle of life.

Accommodation: Kontiki Serengeti Camp

3
Day 03

Early Serengeti Safari and Transfer to Manyara Area

  • You will wake up early and enjoy a magical game drive in Serengeti National Park before departing for the Manyara area in the afternoon. Your accommodation for the night is near the Ngorongoro Crater.
  • Early the following morning, you will descend into the crater for game viewing.
  • Early mornings are the best time to see animals, as they are more active than during the rest of the day.

Accommodation: Africa Safari Lake Manyara (Safari Tent)

4
Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

  • After breakfast, you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. Once the game drive is finished, you will be transported to Arusha, where our safari concludes.
  • The Ngorongoro Conservation Area contains the largest uninterrupted caldera in the world and is one of the natural wonders of Africa.
  • About 30,000 large mammals are resident here all year round, including buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos, along with a wide variety of birds such as flamingos, eagles, and buzzards.
  • So be ready to see many animals here within a short time.
Tarangire National Park elephant herds, Serengeti National Park wildebeest migration, Ngorongoro Crater caldera, Lake Manyara National Park tree-climbing lions

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park elephant herds, Serengeti National Park wildebeest migration, Ngorongoro Crater caldera, Lake Manyara National Park tree-climbing lions

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 5 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
  • 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.
  • The 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 €1,279.00 — €2,911.00
Double Sharing €1,279.00 — €1,889.00

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