4-Day Private Budget Safari in Tanzania

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park.
You will be driving through adventurous Maasai plains and rural landscapes. On arrival, begin a game drive in this beautiful park, famous for its large herds of elephant and iconic baobab trees.

The Tarangire River serves as a vital water source, attracting a wide variety of wildlife including zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and predators such as lions and leopards. The park’s diverse habitats also support abundant birdlife, making it ideal for both wildlife and nature enthusiasts.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park, allowing for uninterrupted exploration. In the afternoon, continue with game drives across open plains and riverine areas, maximizing wildlife sightings. As the day comes to an end, exit the park and transfer to Karatu for overnight. The cooler highland environment provides a relaxing atmosphere after a rewarding safari day.

Accommodation: Rim View Lodge (Karatu)
Drive Time: 2–3 hrs | Game Drive: 5–6 hrs.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Rim View Inn

• Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart from your Camp and drive toward Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

The journey ascends through the highlands, offering high-end views of the crater before descending into the endless Serengeti plains. Along the way, enjoy wildlife sightings as the landscape transitions from lush greenery to an endless savannah. A picnic lunch is taken en route, allowing more time for exploration.

Upon entering Serengeti, begin a game drive across the central region, known for its high concentration of resident wildlife. Expect to see large herds of zebras and wildebeests, along with predators such as lions, cheetahs, and possibly leopards. The vast open plains and scattered kopjes create perfect conditions for wildlife viewing.
Continue exploring until sunset, when the golden light enhances the beauty of the savannah before heading to camp for overnight.

Accommodation: Public Campsite (Serengeti)
Drive Time: 6–7 hrs | Game Drive: En route.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti until 10:00am, Drive back to your camp for Branch.
After Brach you will help with Loading the car with Camping staffs and beginning your Game en route toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Wildlife sightings continue along the way as you gradually leave the open plains behind. The drive ascends into the cooler highlands, changing scenery and impressive views. Arrive to the Ngorongoro Crater rim, where panoramic views provide a glimpse of the vast caldera below.

You will spend your night in this public Campsite for a 1Night, preparing yourself for a Big Day of Ngorongoro Crater next day.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Simba Campsite A
Drive Time: 4–5 hrs | Game Drive: 3–4 hrs.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

After an early breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the crater for a half-day game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to a dense concentration of wildlife, offering one of the best chances to see the Big Five in a single day. Expect to encounter elephants, buffaloes, lions, zebras, wildebeests, and hippos, as well as a variety of bird species around the crater lakes. With some luck, the endangered black rhino may also be spotted within this protected environment. The crater floor features diverse habitats, including grasslands, swamps, and acacia forests, supporting a wide range of species. After a picnic lunch, ascend back to the crater rim and begin your return journey to Arusha Marking the end of your Safari Experience.

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Drive Time: 4–5 hrs | Game Drive: 4–5 hrs.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.