4-Day Tanzania Budget Safari with Materuni Falls

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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up from Arusha followed by a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife destinations. Known for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds, the park offers excellent opportunities to see lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and many bird species.

After entering the park, enjoy a thrilling game drive across the beautiful savannah landscapes while your professional guide helps you spot wildlife in their natural habitat. A picnic lunch will be served inside the park before continuing with an afternoon game drive along the Tarangire River, a major water source that attracts animals year-round. Later, drive to your lodge or campsite for dinner and overnight stay.

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:

Fig Tree Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire National Park to Ngorongoro crater

After breakfast, depart from Tarangire National Park and drive towards the world-famous Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way as you pass local villages and the rolling highlands of northern Tanzania. Upon arrival, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive in one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich destinations.

The crater is home to a wide variety of animals including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, and the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool surrounded by breathtaking views and abundant wildlife. After the game drive, ascend the crater and head to your lodge or campsite for dinner, relaxation, and overnight stay.

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

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Fig Tree Lodge

• Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Fig Tree Camp to Lake Manayara National Park to Arusha

After breakfast at Fig Tree Camp, depart for Lake Manyara National Park for a rewarding game drive in one of Tanzania’s most scenic wildlife destinations. Known for its lush groundwater forest, rich birdlife, and iconic tree-climbing lions, the park offers excellent chances to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, baboons, and many other species in their natural habitat.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park surrounded by stunning scenery and abundant wildlife. After the game drive, begin your journey back to Arusha, passing through beautiful landscapes of northern Tanzania. Arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon or evening, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Villa Poa!

• Budget guest house located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Villa poa to Materuni waterfall

After breakfast at Villa Poa, depart for a scenic drive towards the lush foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro to visit Materuni Waterfalls. Upon arrival, begin a guided walk through the beautiful Chagga villages, passing through coffee farms, banana plantations, and green tropical landscapes.

At Materuni, enjoy a refreshing hike to the waterfall where you will experience breathtaking views, fresh mountain air, and the natural beauty of one of Tanzania’s hidden gems. You may also take part in a traditional coffee-making experience with the local community, learning how coffee is grown, processed, and prepared the Chagga way.

Enjoy a local lunch before relaxing and later drive back to Arusha, marking the end of your memorable cultural and nature experience.

Main Destination:

Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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