Description
This 4-day tour is perfect for guests who
want to experience the heart of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit with a strong focus
on the most iconic destinations: the vast plains of the Serengeti and the
wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater. It offers unforgettable encounters with
predators, grazing herds, and dramatic landscapes, all in a comfortable and
well-paced itinerary.
Inclusions:
- All national park and conservation area fees
- 4x4 private safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- English-speaking professional safari guide
- 3 nights accommodation (tented camp + lodge)
- Daily meals and drinking water
- All game drives and transfers
- Hotel/airport pick-up and drop-off
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 Central Serengeti (via Ngorongoro)
Depart Arusha in the morning and drive through the lush highlands of Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying scenic stops along the crater rim. Continue into Serengeti National Park, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive through the central plains, where lions, elephants, and cheetahs roam freely.
Enjoy the changing light of sunset as you arrive at your tented camp.
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Day 2Full Day Serengeti Game Viewing
Spend the entire day exploring the Serengeti ecosystem, one of the most wildlife-rich areas on the continent. Depending on the season, you may witness part of the Great Migration massive herds of wildebeest and zebra moving in search of fresh grazing.
Your guide will tailor the route to follow animal activity. Expect to see big cats, hyenas, giraffes, elephants, hippos, and possibly even leopards or rhinos.
Enjoy a picnic lunch under an acacia tree before continuing the adventure. Return to camp for dinner and storytelling around the fire.
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Day 3Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
After breakfast and a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, begin the journey back toward the Ngorongoro region. Enjoy incredible scenery along the way and stop at the Naabi Hill gate for panoramic views.
Arrive at your lodge located on the crater rim or nearby in Karatu in the late afternoon. Relax, enjoy the cooler highland air, and prepare for the crater safari tomorrow.
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Day 4Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in this UNESCO-listed wonder. The crater is home to over 25,000 animals, including lions, buffalo, zebras, warthogs, flamingos, hippos, and rare black rhinos.
Enjoy a picnic lunch by a hippo pool, then ascend from the crater and begin your drive back to Arusha, arriving by early evening.