Tanzania Wildlife Safari
4 days—Explore Tanzania’s wildlife on a safari to Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara, enjoying nature and unforgettable moments in 2025-2026
$1450-1650 USD
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Safari summary
This 4-day Tanzania wildlife safari is a perfect introduction to Northern Tanzania’s most iconic parks: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park. Designed for travelers seeking adventure, comfort, and close encounters with Africa’s spectacular wildlife, this itinerary blend thrilling game drives with breathtaking landscapes and cultural experiences.
Your journey begins in Tarangire, famous for its vast elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, before moving to the legendary Serengeti, home of the Big Five and seasonal wildebeest migrations. You’ll then descend into the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most famous natural amphitheaters, and conclude at Lake Manyara, a compact park known for tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and flocks of flamingos.
Throughout the safari, you’ll stay in comfortable lodges or tented camps, offering warm hospitality, delicious meals, and restful nights under the African sky. With private game drives in a 4x4 safari vehicle and the guidance of a professional English-speaking guide, this safari ensures personalized experiences at your own pace.
From elephants beneath towering baobabs in Tarangire, to lions and cheetahs in the Serengeti, and hippos grazing by the soda waters of Lake Manyara, each day brings new wildlife encounters and unforgettable memories. This itinerary is ideal for families, couples, or solo travelers seeking a compact yet enriching safari experience in Northern Tanzania.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Moderate activity | |
| Best months | January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October | |
| Countries | ||
| Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Walking safari—with armed guard
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- All drinks
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Visas
Itinerary
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast in Arusha, you’ll drive approximately 2–3 hours to Tarangire National Park, known as the “home of elephants.” Upon arrival, embark on your first game drive amid sprawling savannahs dotted with majestic baobabs. Look out for large elephant herds, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and predators like lions and leopards. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed in the park before continuing the afternoon game drive. In the evening, drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Midrange Lodge/Tented Camp in Karatu
Karatu – Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, drive toward the Serengeti National Park (approximately 5–6 hours), passing through scenic highlands and Maasai villages. Upon arrival, embark on an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti, exploring the central plains and kopjes. Spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, and herds of wildebeest and zebra grazing across golden savannahs. Return to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Midrange Lodge/Tented Camp in Serengeti
Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Wake up early for a sunrise game drive in Serengeti, maximizing wildlife sightings when predators are most active. Explore riverine areas, kopjes, and migration routes while watching for lions, leopards, elephants, and other wildlife. After a picnic lunch, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying sunset views of the crater rim along the way. Check into your lodge near Ngorongoro for dinner and overnight.
Midrange Lodge near Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Manyara
Start early with a morning game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Descend to the crater floor and search for lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, hippos, and, if lucky, the rare black rhino. After a picnic lunch, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, where you’ll explore the park’s lush forests, soda lake, and open plains. Spot tree-climbing lions, elephants, baboons, and colorful flamingos along the lakeshore. After the game drive, return to Arusha.
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