4-Day Tanzania Safari: Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire

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Overview

OverviewExperience the ultimate 4-day Tanzania safari through three of the country’s most iconic national parks: Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. This journey offers incredible wildlife sightings, stunning landscapes, and a deeper connection with nature—ideal for both first-time safari-goers and seasoned travelers.

Begin with a game drive in Tarangire National Park, home to massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Continue to the world-famous Serengeti National Park, where lions, leopards, and cheetahs roam the endless plains, and witness part of the legendary Great Migration (seasonal). Conclude your adventure in the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dense wildlife population, including chances to see the Big Five.

Enjoy daily guided game drives, full-board accommodation in comfortable lodges or camps, and breathtaking views throughout. This 4-day, 3-night safari is more than a trip—it’s an unforgettable journey into the heart of wild Africa.

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Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Tarangire National Park Safari
Explore Tarangire National Park – Elephants, Baobabs & Wildlife Safari
Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from Arusha Airport at approximately 08:30 AM, following your arrival from Zanzibar. From there, you'll embark on a scenic 2-hour drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most beautiful and wildlife-rich parks.

Famous for its towering baobab trees and large elephant herds, Tarangire offers a stunning introduction to the safari experience. From the open roof of your safari vehicle, explore savannah landscapes, seasonal swamps, and the vibrant Tarangire River ecosystem. You’ll have the chance to spot a wide range of wildlife including giraffes, zebras, impalas, elands, lions, leopards, warthogs, and countless bird species.

In the late afternoon, around 4:00 PM, you’ll drive to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight stay, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the wild.

Main Destination: Tarangire National ParkActivities: Game drive, wildlife viewingMeals: Lunch & Dinner included
Day 2: Explore Serengeti National Park – Naabi Hill Kopjes, Game Drive & Scenic Plains
Serengeti National Park Safari – Naabi Hill, Kopjes & Endless Plains Adventure
Start your day with an early breakfast from 06:30 AM to 07:00 AM. After breakfast, you'll embark on a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing the Malanja Depression on the way to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park—one of the most iconic wildlife conservation areas in the world.

The drive to Serengeti takes approximately 2.5 hours, and you’ll make a brief stop at the Naabi Hill Gate, where you can stretch your legs and enjoy a short walk to the Naabi Hill kopjes—massive granite boulders that offer panoramic views of the endless Serengeti plains. While you explore, your guide will take care of the necessary park paperwork.

After your stop, enjoy a picnic lunch at the Naabi Hill Gate. In the afternoon, embark on an exciting game drive throughout the Serengeti National Park. As you traverse the vast plains, you’ll encounter an incredible variety of wildlife, from lions and leopards to zebras, giraffes, and wildebeests. The Serengeti’s wide, open landscapes truly live up to its name: "siringet," the Maasai word for "endless plains."

By around 5:00 PM, you’ll head to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of Serengeti, where you can relax and unwind, surrounded by the stunning beauty of the park. All drinks are included, except alcoholic beverages.

Main Destination: Serengeti National ParkActivities: Game drive, Naabi Hill kopjes walkMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner includedInclusions: All drinks included (except alcoholic beverages
Day 3: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Safari
Morning Game Drive in Serengeti & Scenic Journey to Ngorongoro Highlands
Begin your day with an early breakfast in the bush camp, then set off for a morning game drive through the iconic Serengeti National Park. Enjoy the vast open plains and keep an eye out for wildlife such as lions, elephants, giraffes, and more as you explore the park’s rich ecosystem.

Around midday, you'll start making your way back toward Naabi Hill Gate, with game viewing along the way. From there, your journey continues into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where the landscapes begin to shift as you approach the highlands.

In the late afternoon, you’ll arrive at your accommodation in the Ngorongoro area for dinner and an overnight stay, offering comfort and a peaceful setting to unwind after a day of adventure.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Conservation Area Activities: Morning game drive, scenic transfer to NgorongoroMeals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner includedDrinks: All soft drinks included (excluding alcoholic beverages)
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Flight Back to Zanzibar
Ngorongoro Crater Adventure & Farewell to the Wild
After an early breakfast (between 06:30 and 07:00), your guide will take you on a full-day game drive in the iconic Ngorongoro Crater — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. You’ll descend over 600 meters into the crater for approximately 7 hours of wildlife viewing.

Thanks to its permanent water sources and rich grazing grounds, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area supports an extraordinary concentration of wildlife. You can expect to encounter large herds of zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and even the giant African elephant. The crater is also one of the best places in Africa to see predators — including lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and, with a bit of luck, the elusive leopard.

A highlight of your visit will be Lake Magadi, a shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern part of the crater. This beautiful spot often attracts thousands of flamingos, as well as hippos and various waterbirds, creating an unforgettable photo opportunity.

In the afternoon, you’ll exit the crater and begin your journey back to Arusha. The drive takes approximately 3 hours, and you will be dropped off at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your evening flight back to Zanzibar.

Your tour ends with your heart full of memories from this unforgettable safari adventure through three of Tanzania’s most legendary national parks: Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro CraterActivities: Full-day crater game drive, Lake Magadi visit, wildlife viewingMeals & Drinks:• Breakfast & lunch included (Dinner not included)• All soft drinks included (Alcoholic beverages excluded)

Accommodation:No accommodation included (End of tour)

End of Tour:• Additional accommodation can be arranged upon request at an extra cost• You'll be dropped off at the airport for your return flight to Zanzibar

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