Description
This 4-day safari is one of the most
rewarding short adventures in Tanzania’s Northern Circuit. From the
elephant-filled savannahs of Tarangire to the legendary Serengeti plains and
the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, each day offers new landscapes, exciting
game viewing, and unforgettable moments.
It’s a perfect itinerary for couples,
families, solo travelers, or photographers looking to experience a compact yet
complete African safari.
Inclusions:
- All park entry and conservation fees
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking guide
- 3 nights accommodation in mid-range lodges/tented camps
- Daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and bottled water
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Arusha)
Exclusions:
- Alcoholic drinks
- International flights (from/to)
- Tips (tipping guideline $20 pp per day)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Schedule
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Day 1Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your safari begins with a morning drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and huge herds of elephants. As you enter the park, keep an eye out for lions lounging under acacia trees and graceful giraffes moving through the tall grass.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park and continue your afternoon game drive, spotting zebras, wildebeest, and a variety of birds along the Tarangire River. In the evening, head to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 2Drive to Serengeti National Park & Game Drive
After breakfast, journey toward Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro highlands and stopping at viewpoints en route.
Upon reaching the vast plains of the Serengeti, begin your first game drive in this world-famous park. Expect to see lions, elephants, cheetahs, buffalo, and (season permitting) thousands of migrating wildebeest and zebras.
Enjoy a beautiful sunset drive before settling into your tented camp in the heart of the wild.
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Day 3Serengeti Sunrise Safari & Transfer to Ngorongoro
Wake early for a magical sunrise game drive, when predators are most active. Watch as the golden light spills across the plains, revealing scenes of lions hunting, elephants moving in herds, and hyenas finishing off a night’s work.
Return for breakfast at camp, then enjoy more game viewing as you exit the Serengeti and travel back toward Ngorongoro. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim or nearby Karatu and relax for the evening.
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Day 4Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most beautiful wildlife havens on Earth. The crater floor hosts lions, elephants, hippos, hyenas, flamingos, and the endangered black rhino.
Enjoy a game drive and picnic lunch by a hippo pool. In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and begin your return journey to Arusha, arriving in the early evening.