4 Days | 3 Nights
Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari
4 Days Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Price Per Person
Overview
4-day budget camping safari in Tanzania, exploring Tarangire National Park, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater. This affordable safari is designed for adventurous travelers who want to immerse themselves in nature while keeping costs low. Spend your nights under the African skies in public campsites, where tents, mattresses, and meals prepared by your safari chef provide a true bush experience.
In Tarangire, watch vast elephant herds and baobab-dotted landscapes. Journey on to the Serengeti, famous for its endless plains, predators, and seasonal Great Migration. End your adventure in the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site boasting Africa’s densest wildlife population. Guided by professional driver-guides, you’ll enjoy daily game drives, unforgettable scenery, and close encounters with Tanzania’s iconic animals—all while traveling in a comfortable safari vehicle.
Starting Point:
Join-In Group Safari
Start/End :
Arusha, Tanzania
Best Time For :
Time-conscious travelers who want both crater & Serengeti
Over Nights
3 nights
Day 1
OVERNIGHT:
Budget Or Mid-Range
MEALS:
Lunch & Dinner
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast the tour departs. First stop is Arusha Town for any last minute purchases before we head off on safari. Afterwards we head towards the Tarangire National Park for a game drive with picnic lunch at the park. Tarangire is well known for its huge elephant population and baobab trees. It forms the centre of an annual migratory cycle that includes up to 3000 elephants, 25,000 wildebeest and 30,000 zebras. Dinner and overnight at Karatu Public Campsite.
Day 2
OVERNIGHT:
Budget Or Mid-Range
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
karatu to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, via the beautiful high lying farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the highlands behind, we descend into the heart of wild Africa – the Serengeti National Park – with its endless plains, rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see. Then heard to the central park area, known as the Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park, featuring the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species. Arrive in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti national park. Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Seronera Campsite.
Day 3
OVERNIGHT:
Budget Or Mid-Range
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater
Early morning game drive and after depart to Ngorongoro Conservation area. We will stopover at Olduvai Gorge, boasting with a history dating back to the dawn of time. It was here, that the anthropologists Drs. Lois and Mary Leakey discovered the skulls of ‘Nutcracker Man’ and ‘Handy Man’, both very significant links in the chain of human evolution Late afternoon transfer to Ngorongoro Simba Campsite where you will have dinner and overnight
Day 4
OVERNIGHT:
Budget Or Mid-Range
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
After an early breakfast, You will descend over 600 meters into the crater to view wildlife. Supported by a year round water supply and fodder, the Ngorongoro conservation Area supports avast variety of animals, which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants. Another big draw card to this picturesque national park, is it’s dense population of predators, which include lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs and the ever-elusive leopard, which sometimes requires a trained eye to spot. We will visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner, which is one of the main features of the crater. A large number of flamingos, hippos and other water birds can usually been seen here. Late afternoon transfer to Arusha For dinner and Overnight or airport drop off. ( Accommodation can be included upon request at extra cost )
Join us for an unforgettable trip of a life time on a Tanzania Safaris
Includes & Excludes
Safari Includes
- Accommodation at Arusha on arrival
- Unlimited game drives as mentioned in the itinerary
- Services of a professional English speaking safari guide
- All wildlife reserve entry fees
- All Meals inclusive as stipulated
- Complimentary mineral water x1.5 liters per person in the safari vehicle
- 4×4 game viewing vehicles plus driver guide (window seat guaranteed)
- Emergency Evacuation Cover
- All transfers and activities as mentioned above
- Park fee, Conservation fees and Community Development Fees
- Accommodation as stipulated
- All Airport pick up and transfers in private car
- Value Added Tax by Tanzania Revenue Authority.
For Mountain climbing tours:
- Camping Equipment
- Porterage
- Rescue Fee
- Climbing Gear
Safari Excludes
- Any domestic connection flights on arrival or departure
- All items of a personal nature
- Gratuities or tip for safari guide and lodge staff (please tip
separately) - Travel insurance if needed
- Visa fee (50 US$ /100 US$ for American or Irish Passport holders – to be paid upon arrival)
- Drinks and beverages in lodges
- Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari at Serengeti (589 USD per person),
including concession fees - Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Let Every Moment Enthrall You
as You Traverse Vast Savannahs, Teeming with Wildlife, and Revel in the Majesty of Iconic Landmarks
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FAQs: 4 Days Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
What can I expect to see on this 4-day safari?
This itinerary covers three of Tanzania’s top parks. In Tarangire, expect large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse birdlife. In the Serengeti, experience endless plains with lions, cheetahs, and, depending on the season, the Great Migration. At the Ngorongoro Crater, you have a high chance of spotting the Big Five in one day.
Is this safari suitable for families with children?
Yes, it’s family-friendly. Lodges and camps provide child-friendly meals and accommodations. Game drives can be tailored to shorter durations for children, and private safaris allow families to move at their own pace.
What is the best time of year to book this safari?
The 4-day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari is rewarding year-round. For the Great Migration, June to October is ideal. January to March offers the Serengeti calving season, while Tarangire is best in the dry season (June to November) for large elephant herds.
How much time will we spend driving?
Travel times vary: Arusha to Tarangire is about 2–3 hours, Tarangire to Serengeti around 5–6 hours, and Serengeti to Ngorongoro about 4–5 hours. Game drives are incorporated daily, ensuring plenty of wildlife viewing along the way.
accommodated on safari?
On a budget camping safari, you will be staying in two-person dome tents at designated public campsites inside or near the national parks. The tents are often surprisingly spacious, and your tour operator will provide essential camping gear such as a foam mattress, a sleeping bag, and a pillow. Campsites have shared toilet and shower facilities, which are basic but generally kept clean. Keep in mind that hot water might be limited or unavailable.