4-Day Ngorongoro, Serengeti & Tarangire Budget

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

Arusha to Tarangire - Elephant Paradise

After breakfast in Arusha, drive approximately 2.5 hours south to Tarangire National Park - home to the largest elephant herds in Tanzania. With concentrations of 300+ elephants at once gathering around the life-giving Tarangire River, this park delivers jaw-dropping wildlife spectacles. The ancient baobab trees create a dramatic, almost prehistoric landscape. Spend the afternoon on a thrilling game drive spotting lions, leopards, cheetah, zebra, wildebeest, giraffe and hundreds of bird species. Overnight at Tarangire Safari Lodge.

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:

Tarangire Safari Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire to Serengeti - The Big Plains

Rise early for a morning game drive in Tarangire before driving northwest to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park - Tanzania's crown jewel. Crossing the vast open plains, prepare to witness Africa's iconic savanna. Home to the Big Five, cheetah, wild dog, and millions of wildebeest, the Serengeti delivers breathtaking wildlife encounters. Afternoon game drives offer endless sightings across the seemingly infinite golden grasslands. Overnight at Serengeti Sopa Lodge.

Main Destination:

Central 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:

Serengeti Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti to Ngorongoro - Crater of Wonders

Start with a morning game drive in the Serengeti before driving east to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater - a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. This extraordinary ecosystem teems with 25,000+ animals including the endangered black rhino, lions on the crater floor, elephant bulls, hippos at the hippo pool, and vast flocks of flamingos. A full afternoon of game drives inside this natural amphitheatre. Overnight at Farm of Dreams Lodge in Karatu.

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:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro to Arusha - Farewell Safari

After breakfast, enjoy a morning at leisure before the scenic drive back to Arusha through lush highland villages. Stop at viewpoints and optional Maasai market visit. Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight, carrying lasting memories of four incredible wildlife destinations.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

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