Safari Summary
Overview
Destination: Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
This 4-day safari is designed for travelers who want to experience the very best of Northern Tanzania in a short time. It combines three iconic destinations—Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Conservation Area—each offering a completely different landscape and wildlife experience.
From the moment your safari begins, you will journey through changing ecosystems, starting with the baobab-dotted plains of Tarangire, moving into the endless savannah of Serengeti, and finishing in the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater often described as a natural wildlife sanctuary.
Important Facts
Tour Features
Luxury
This midrange tour uses lodges and tented camps
Private Tour
This safari is arranged privately for your group.
Solo Travelers
Suitable for solo travelers.
Customizable
This itinerary can be customized.
Children Policy
Minimum age accepted is 1 and above.
Start Date
This safari can start on any day.
Safari Overview
Highlights
Arrival – Arusha (Briefing, Relaxation & Optional Activities)
Arusha → Tarangire National Park
Karatu – Serengeti National Park
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha / Airport
Route Overview
Your Safari Map
Day 1
Arusha City
Day 2
Tarangire National Park
Day 3
Serengeti National Park
Day 4
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Day by Day
Safari Itinerary
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional driver-guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. The drive takes you through beautiful scenery and gives you your first glimpse of Tanzania’s landscapes and local life.
After check-in, you will have time to relax, recover from your journey, and enjoy the hotel facilities. Later, your safari guide will meet you for a short briefing. This briefing will cover your full itinerary, safari rules, park information, and what to expect during your adventure in Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara.
Depending on your arrival time, you may choose optional activities to explore Arusha and its surroundings:
• Arusha Town Tour: Explore the local market, visit the Old German Boma Museum and the Tanzanite Experience for cultural history and Tanzania’s famous gemstone experience, then continue to the Maasai Market & Local Handicrafts for handmade souvenirs, beadwork, and authentic local crafts.
• Napuru Hiking Experience: A short guided hike offering panoramic views of Arusha town and Mount Meru.
• Coffee Plantation & Lake Duluti Tour: Visit a local coffee farm to learn the coffee-making process from bean to cup, enjoy fresh Tanzanian coffee tasting, and continue to Lake Duluti for a peaceful nature experience with optional canoeing, bird watching, and scenic views.
• Bicycle Village Tour: Ride through scenic neighborhoods and experience daily life in local communities.
• Materuni Waterfalls, Coffee Tour & Kilimanjaro View: Visit Materuni Waterfalls for a short hike and waterfall experience, enjoy a local coffee tour, and take in stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
• Chemka Hot Springs: Enjoy swimming in crystal-clear natural pools surrounded by lush greenery, offering a peaceful oasis perfect for relaxation, photography, and a refreshing nature escape.
• Rau Forest Experience: Discover the serene Rau Forest Reserve, a lush natural area near Moshi known for its peaceful walking trails, indigenous trees, and rich birdlife. Enjoy a guided nature walk through the forest, spot Colobus monkeys and various bird species, and experience the calm atmosphere created by natural springs and greenery—perfect for relaxation and light eco-adventures close to Mount Kilimanjaro.
In the evening, return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay, preparing for the exciting safari journey ahead starting the next day
Accommodation
Melia Serengeti Lodge
Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up in Arusha by your professional driver-guide, followed by a scenic 2–3 hour drive to Tarangire National Park, passing Maasai villages and local countryside.
Upon arrival, you will begin your game drive exploring diverse habitats including open plains, woodlands, and the Tarangire River area. The park is famous for its large elephant herds, often seen gathering near water sources, along with lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and over 400 bird species.
At midday, enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park surrounded by nature, often with wildlife sightings nearby. After lunch, continue with an afternoon game drive searching for predators and enjoying the iconic baobab tree landscapes that make Tarangire unique.
In the late afternoon, exit the park and drive to Karatu or Mto wa Mbu for dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp.
Accommodation
Serena Ngorongoro
After an early breakfast, depart towards Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro highlands, enjoying spectacular views along the way.
As you enter Serengeti National Park, the landscape opens into vast endless plains—home to one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. You will enjoy a game drive en route to your camp or lodge.
Wildlife highlights include:
• Lions, cheetahs, and leopards
• Large herds of wildebeests and zebras
• Antelopes and diverse birdlife
Depending on the season, you may also witness part of the Great Migration.
Dinner and overnight stay inside Serengeti.
Accommodation
Melia Serengeti Lodge
Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha / Airport
Start your day with an early morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, the best time to spot predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards in action. Enjoy the sunrise over the endless plains before returning to your camp/lodge for breakfast.
After breakfast, depart towards Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying scenic views of the highlands along the way.
Upon arrival, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in this spectacular natural wildlife sanctuary. The crater is home to the Big Five and offers one of the highest wildlife densities in Africa. You may also see zebras, wildebeests, hippos, flamingos, hyenas, and many other species across its diverse landscapes.
Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, then continue with a short afternoon game drive before ascending the crater and starting your return journey.
End of Safari Options
After the safari, you will be transferred according to your travel plans:
1. International Flight Departure
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward international flight.
2. Zanzibar Beach Extension
Continue your journey to Zanzibar for a relaxing beach holiday with white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and luxury resorts.
3. Mount Kilimanjaro Experience (Adventure Extension)
For adventure lovers, you can extend your trip to experience Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa.
Accommodation details are available on request for this part of the itinerary.
What is Covered
Includes & Excludes
✔ Safari 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
✔ Professional English-speaking driver-guide
✔ All park fees (Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro)
✔ Accommodation as per category
✔ All meals during safari
✔ Drinking water during safari
• International flights
• Visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Tips & personal expenses
• Optional activities (Zanzibar, Kilimanjaro, etc.)
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