4 Days Tanzania Lodge Safar - Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro

Overview

This 4-day safari from Arusha takes you through Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater offering incredible wildlife encounters including elephants, big cats and the Big Five. Perfect for first-time travelers, the tour combines scenic landscapes, exciting game drives and flexible accommodation options ranging from budget camping to luxury lodges.

Day to Day Itinerary

ARRIVAL
 

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. The drive takes approximately 45–60 minutes, passing through scenic landscapes with views of Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting).

Once at your hotel, you can relax after your journey or take time to enjoy the hotel facilities. In the evening, a short safari briefing will be conducted to go over your itinerary, expectations, and answer any questions you may have before your adventure begins.

Dinner and overnight at your selected accommodation (budget, mid-range, or luxury Lodge in Arusha)

 

DAY 1: ARUSHA TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK


Your safari begins with a morning departure from Arusha after breakfast. You will drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Upon arrival, you’ll embark on a game drive through the park, where you may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and predators such as lions.

In the afternoon, enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park while overlooking the Tarangire River, a vital water source that attracts wildlife year-round. The game drive continues into the late afternoon, offering excellent photography opportunities in golden light.

Dinner and overnight will be at your selected accommodation (budget campsite, mid-range tented camp or lodge).

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
 


DAY 2: TARANGIRE TO SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (Central Serengeti)


After an early breakfast, depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park via the scenic highlands and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy a packed lunch en route as you journey through changing landscapes, from lush hills to endless plains.

Upon entering the Serengeti, begin your afternoon game drive in the central region (Seronera), famous for its high concentration of wildlife and big cats. You may spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and large herds of herbivores.

Arrive at your accommodation in the evening for dinner and relaxation under the African sky.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
 

 

DAY 3: SERENGETI TO NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA


Start your day with an early morning game drive in Serengeti, the best time to witness predators in action and animals at their most active. Return to camp for breakfast before continuing with a final mid-morning game drive.

After lunch, depart the Serengeti and head toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy wildlife sightings and spectacular views as the landscape transitions to the crater highlands.

Arrive at the crater rim in the late afternoon, where you can take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater below. Dinner and overnight at your chosen accommodation near the crater.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
 


DAY 4: NGORONGORO CRATER TO ARUSHA


After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in a single day, including the rare black rhino.

Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor near a hippo pool, surrounded by incredible scenery and abundant wildlife such as lions, buffalo, elephants, flamingos, and various antelope species.

In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and drive back to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable safari adventure.

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch


ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

  • Budget (Camping): Public campsites (Seronera / Simba Campsite)
  • Mid-Range: Kontiki Serengeti Tented Camp + Wild Camp Ngorongoro
  • Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti + Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Rates Per Person

  • Budget: $ 1,250 – $ 1,450
  • Mid-Range: $ 1,850 – $ 2,200
  • Luxury: $ 2,600 – $ 3,200

Includes
    • Park fees 
    • Accommodation during the safari
    • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
    • Professional safari guide/driver
    • Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
    • Game drives as per itinerary
Excludes
    • International and domestic flights
    • Visa fees
    • Travel insurance
    • Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, tips, etc.)
    • Optional activities (e.g., balloon safari in Serengeti)
    • Alcoholic and soft drinks
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