4-Day Safari Tour to Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro
ID: GYG1066306-1646164
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
4 days
Description
This compact safari is perfect for travelers who want a rich and diverse African experience in a short amount of time.
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Game Drive Experience
Your safari adventure begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Arusha. Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant herds, towering baobab trees, and rich wildlife diversity. Enjoy a full-day game drive where you may spot lions, giraffes, buffaloes, impalas, and many bird species along the Tarangire River. Later in the day, drive to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park – Afternoon Game Drive
After breakfast, depart for the Serengeti, with optional stops at scenic viewpoints or cultural sites along the way. Upon entering the park, embark on an afternoon game drive across the endless plains, home to abundant wildlife such as cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and the famous Great Migration (seasonal). Arrive at your camp in central Serengeti for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive & Scenic Travel
Wake up early for a sunrise game drive in the Serengeti, where you may catch predators on the move. After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing through the scenic highlands with a stop at a Maasai village or Olduvai Gorge (optional). Dinner and overnight near the crater rim with views of the stunning caldera.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha via Maasai Boma Visit
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in one of the most biodiverse wildlife habitats in Africa. Spot endangered black rhinos, hippos, zebras, and large lion prides. After a picnic lunch, continue to a Maasai Boma, where you'll experience authentic Maasai culture through storytelling, dance, and a village tour. After the cultural visit, return to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.
This 4-day safari is ideal for travelers who want to explore Tanzania’s rich wildlife, iconic landscapes, and vibrant culture within a short but immersive journey.
Highlights
- Tarangire National Park: Experience thrilling game drives among large elephant
- Serengeti National Park: Witness the vast savannah teeming with wildlife
- Ngorongoro Crater & Maasai Boma: Explore the world’s largest intact caldera
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- All park entry fees (Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater)
- Accommodation during the safari (lodges/tented camps as per itinerary)
- Daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
- Transportation in a 4x4 private safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Unlimited mineral water during game drives
- Game drives as per itinerary
- Government taxes and levies
- Visit to Maasai Boma for cultural experience
NOT INCLUDED
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (e.g., drinks at the lodge, laundry, tips)
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips for driver/guide and hotel staff
- Additional meals or snacks not listed
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
