Tanzania Safari: 4-Day Maasai, Chemka, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Maasai Experience & kikuletwa hotspring

After breakfast at your hotel in Arusha, you will begin your adventure with a visit to a traditional Maasai community, where you will learn about their unique culture, traditions, and daily way of life. Enjoy an authentic cultural experience and discover the rich heritage of one of Tanzania’s most fascinating communities.

Afterward, you will proceed to Kikuletwa Hot Springs, also known as Chemka Hot Springs, a beautiful natural oasis surrounded by lush vegetation. Relax in the crystal-clear turquoise waters, enjoy swimming, and take in the peaceful tropical scenery. A delicious local lunch will be served during the excursion.

In the afternoon, you will travel to your mid-range accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay, preparing for the exciting wildlife safari adventures ahead.

Main Destination:

Kikuletwa Hot Springs (Highlight)

Activities:

Afternoon nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti

After breakfast, you will travel through the Ngorongoro Highlands, stopping at the crater rim for breathtaking views before continuing to the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Known as the "Endless Plains", the Serengeti is home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, including wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, elephants, and many bird species.

Enjoy an exciting afternoon game drive across the vast plains, where you will have excellent opportunities to spot wildlife in their natural habitat. Later, you will head to your camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

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

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Activities:

Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Highland

After breakfast, you will travel through the Ngorongoro Highlands, stopping at the crater rim for breathtaking views before continuing to the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Known as the "Endless Plains", the Serengeti is home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, including wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, elephants, and many bird species.

Enjoy an exciting afternoon game drive across the vast plains, where you will have excellent opportunities to spot wildlife in their natural habitat. Later, you will head to your camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands

Activities:

Afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Inside Ngorongoro Highlands

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Ngorongoro to Arusha

After breakfast, you will head to the Ngorongoro Crater and descend to the crater floor for an exciting game drive. Home to the Big Five and a wide variety of wildlife, the crater offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Tanzania. After a picnic lunch, you will continue exploring before driving back to Arusha.

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your safari adventure.

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)