4 Days Tanzania Safari
Tour Overview
The four days safari itinerary will take you to the pink flamingoes of Lake Manyara, the herds of wildebeest and zebra on the savannahs of the Serengeti, and drive into the majestic Ngorongoro Crater. You are sure to see the Big Five of Africa (Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard, Rhino, and Lion), as well as many other animals and wildlife during this trip.
You can also suggest or opt for a Budget Camping Safari Itinerary – And it can be adapted to suit your own personal needs and preferences, as well as for any seasonal changes or migratory animal movements.
Tour Highlights
- Departure and Return Place: We can start/end this tour from any hotel in Moshi/Arusha or from Kilimanjaro International Airport(Google Map)
- Departure Time: Please be ready by 6:45 AM for a prompt departure at 7:15 AM.
- Return Time: Approximately 4:30 PM in the evening.
- Dress Code: Casual. Comfortable athletic clothing, hat, and spare clothing.
- Customizations: Can be amended/customized upon request, to suit your requirements
- Extensions: Trip Extensions are available on request
- Season: The Dry season (from late June to October) offers the best wildlife viewing in general – with the wildebeest migration as its absolute highlight. The timing of the migration varies every year (the best chance of seeing it is during June and July) while the wildebeest calving is from late January to February.
- Your own private guide and driver for in-depth wildlife touring based on your interests
- Firsthand, sophisticated destination knowledge and recommendations from our locally born travel specialists
- Around-the-clock support from your travel designer and concierge before, during, and after your trip
What to Expect on Tour
- You will experience the excitement of game viewing in some of the most spectacular national wildlife game parks in Africa
- Look out over incredible views of the Ngorongoro Crater
- Witness the annual great migration of a million wildebeest and zebra cross the open plains of the Serengeti
Itinerary
Arrive in Tanzania
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your arranged hotel in Arusha town. You will meet your guide who will brief you on your Africa Safari tour. You will spend the rest of your time at your won leisure and relaxation.
Day 1 Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park
After a short briefing in the morning, you set off to the Lake Manyara National Park. The small park stretches along the 600 m high Rift Valley Escarpment and is dominated by the alkaline Lake Manyara. It is here where thousands of flamingos seem to colour the shallow waters pink. Many water birds gather at the lake and more than 400 bird species are found in the park. The diverse vegetation provides a habitat for many animals such as monkeys in the forest, giraffes and antelopes on the grasslands and elephants around the acacia trees. If you are very lucky you might also see the Manyara lions, lounging in the trees. In the late afternoon, you will leave the Lake Manyara National Park and head to the Kirurumu Manyara Lodge, where you will spend the night.
Accommodation
Mid-range Karatu Simba LodgeBudget Haven Nature camp
Lunch; Dinner
Day 2 Lake Manyara Area – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will drive towards the fertile crater highlands where the Iraqw people grow wheat, corn and coffee. You will pass the Ngorongoro Crater before you reach the plains of the Serengeti National Park around midday. The Serengeti is the largest park in Tanzania and has a diversity of habitats and landscapes including short grass plains, savannah, thick bush, swamps, mountains and lakes. Bizarre rock formations called Kopjes dot the grassy landscape where predators are often seen. Depending on the season you will witness the migration of thousands of animals which this park is famous for. During the short rainy season in November and December, the herds move from the hills in the north to the plains in the south. During the longer rainy season from April to June, they return up north. This circle of life is completely dependent on the yearly rainfalls and the locations of the herds may vary from year to year but your guide will know where to find the animals and where to see them best
Accommodation
Midrange Katikati tented camp, Sound of silence
Budget Nyani Camp
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Day 3 Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Dawn is a good time to watch wildlife so you will be up early to join an early morning game drive. You will return to the camp for breakfast before heading out for another game drive in the park. Here in the Seronera region, you will often see wildebeests and zebras nearby of lions and other predators such as leopards and cheetahs. After a picnic lunch, you will continue your journey towards the Ngorongoro Crater. Once you have reached the crater rim you will enjoy fantastic views of this 600 m deep collapsed volcano.
Midrange Anga’ta tented lodge, farm valley
Budget Simba camp
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Day 4 Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After an early breakfast, you will drive down the steep and narrow road that takes you into the crater. The slopes are forested but soon the landscape changes to savannah. Here the wildlife is just breathtaking and with a little luck you can observe the Big Five – lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard – in just a few hours. You should also see warthogs, wildebeests, zebras, hippos and some of the more than 500 bird species in the area. After a morning dedicated to game viewing and a picnic lunch, you will leave the crater in the early afternoon to drive back to Arusha, where you will arrive in the early evening.
Breakfast; Lunch
Pricing Includes
- All Mentioned Safari Activities
- Air Ambulance Service by AMREF Flying Doctors
- Airport Pick-up and Drop-off Transfers
- Hotel Accommodations According to the Itinerary
- Transportation in 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing and photography
- All Park Fees
- Experienced English-speaking safari guide
- All Meals according to the Itinerary
- Bottled water and soft drinks throughout the tour
- Binocular (1 per Vehicle)
- Medical kit
- 18% VAT on Tour Fees & Services
- Crew salaries
Pricing Excludes
- Air tickets
- Visa fees
- Lunch and dinner in hotel (only before and after safari)
- Travel Insurance
- Tips to your safari guide ($25-45 per day per car)
- Other Optional Activities
- Personal expenses
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Other Tour Details
Tour Pricing
Number of People | Cost Per Person in US($) Budget Camping | Cost Per Person in US($) Standard |
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1 Person | $1,755 | $3,678 |
2 People | $1,250 | $2,438 |
3 People | $905 | $2,219 |
4 People | $755 | $2,000 |
5 + People | $700 | $1,978 |
Tour Accommodations
Tour Day | Budget Camping Package | Standard Package |
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Day 1 | Haven Nature Campsite | Karatu Simba Lodge |
Day 2 | Nyani Campsite | Katikati Tented Camp / Sound of Silence Tented Lodge |
Day 3 | Simba Campsite | Anga’ta Tented Lodge, Farm Valley |
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