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4-Day Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Private Safari

Tanzania Safari

4 Days / 3 Nights
$1,980 / Per Person
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Embark on an action-packed tanzanian adventure with our exclusive 4 Day Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro Private Safari. Crafted specifically for travelers who want to maximize their wildlife sightings in a limited timeframe, this classic northern circuit route hits Tanzania’s ultimate heavyweight destinations.

From the moment you touch down, you will enjoy the premium comfort of a private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser equipped with a pop-up photographic roof and a dedicated, highly knowledgeable driver-guide. Marvel at the prehistoric giant baobab trees and massive elephant herds of Tarangire National Park. Traverse the vast, golden grasslands of the world-famous Serengeti in search of lions, leopards, and seasonal migration herds. Finally, cap off your journey by descending into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater caldera, a wildlife paradise protecting Africa’s highest concentration of large mammals. Stay at beautiful wild tented camps and spectacular rim lodges on a private journey tailored entirely around your rhythm.

Safari Highlights

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Kilimanjaro International Airport/ Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your Northern Tanzania safari begins with a warm welcome at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or pick up from Arusha hotel #by your private expert driver-guide. After a brief trip orientation, climb into your custom 4x4 safari cruiser and journey west past Arusha town, descending into the scenic Great Rift Valley plains. Arrive at Tarangire National Park, celebrated globally for its ancient baobab trees and overwhelming elephant population. Spend the afternoon on an immersive game drive along the banks of the Tarangire River—the primary seasonal water source drawing dense crowds of zebras, giraffes, waterbucks, and watchful prides of lions. In the evening, drive to your lodge or permanent tented camp for a relaxing dinner. Accommodation Options: • Comfort/Mid-Range Option: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge / Tarangire Roika Tented Lodge • Luxury Upgrade: Tarangire Sopa Lodge / Maramboi Tented Lodge

2

Tarangire National Park to Serengeti National Park

Leave the Tarangire region after breakfast and enjoy a scenic drive through the fertile, green farmlands of the Karatu highlands. Wind up the forested outer walls of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, pausing at the main crater rim viewpoint for an incredible panoramic view. Journey down the outer slopes into the endless, golden savannah plains of the Serengeti National Park. You have the option to visit a traditional Maasai village en route to experience local tribal culture and jumping dances (extra cost). Enter the Serengeti through the Naabi Hill gate and enjoy an afternoon game drive tracking resident cheetahs, leopards, and lions as you transition to your safari camp. Accommodation Options: • Comfort/Mid-Range Option: Heritage Luxury Tented Camp (Central) / Kati Kati Tented Camp • Luxury Upgrade: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge / Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

3

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater Rim

Set out for a rewarding early morning game drive just as dawn breaks over the open plains. This is the optimal time to spot apex predators like leopards and hyenas active on the trail, alongside massive herds of grazing herbivores moving through the morning mist. Return to camp for a fresh, hot breakfast before heading back out for a mid-morning game drive through the central Serengeti valleys. After an early field lunch, exit the park and drive back toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area highlands. Arrive in the late afternoon and check in to your lodge situated directly on the crater rim, offering sweeping views of the ancient volcanic bowl below. Accommodation Options: • Comfort/Mid-Range Option: Rhino Lodge Ngorongoro • Luxury Upgrade: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

4

Ngorongoro Crater Floor to Kilimanjaro International Airport

Wake up early for an early morning breakfast before descending 600 meters down the steep, forested volcanic walls into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater floor. This UNESCO World Heritage site hosts over 25,000 large animals within its self-contained boundaries. Spend the morning searching for Africa’s rarest wildlife, including the endangered black rhino, massive tusked bull elephants, prides of black-maned lions, and spotted hyenas. Enjoy a memorable picnic lunch along the shores of the vibrant hippo pool watching hippos wallow. In the afternoon, ascend the crater walls and begin your relaxed return drive to Arusha or directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your evening departure flight home. Drop-off Location: Arusha Central / Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

What's Included & Excluded

Included

  • Private airport pickup and drop-off transfers at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
  • Exclusive transport throughout in a custom-built 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with an open pop-up roof
  • Services of a dedicated, professional licensed English-speaking Tanzanian driver-guide
  • ​Full board accommodation (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) at quality camps or lodges as per your selection
  • All national park entry permits, conservation taxes, and mandatory Ngorongoro Crater transit vehicle fees
  • Flexible, unlimited private game drives daily tailored around your personal preferences
  • Complimentary bottled pure mineral drinking water provided inside the safari vehicle daily
  • • ​All applicable local government tourism taxes, transit tolls, and VAT

Not Included

  • International airline tickets, regional flights, and mandatory Tanzanian entry visas ($50-$100 USD)
  • Personal comprehensive medical emergency, travel, and luggage loss insurance
  • ​Optional activities (e.g., Serengeti Hot Air Balloon Safaris at $680 USD, Maasai village cultural visits)
  • All beverages, soft drinks, beers, liquors, and personal laundry services at the lodges
  • Customary appreciation tips and voluntary gratuities for your private guide, rangers, and lodge staff
  • Pre-safari and post-safari hotel stays or airport transfers in Arusha/Moshi town
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