4-Day Natron, Ngorongoro & Tarangire Safari Experience

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

Arusha/Airport - Lake Natron

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or after breakfast at your accommodation in Arusha, meet your professional safari guide and begin the scenic drive to Lake Natron. Travel through the beautiful landscapes of northern Tanzania, traditional Maasai villages, and the dramatic Great Rift Valley, with stunning views of Mount Ol Doinyo Lengai, an active volcano sacred to the Maasai people.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge or camp and, depending on your arrival time, enjoy a guided walk around Lake Natron or visit the nearby waterfalls. The lake is famous for its alkaline waters and seasonal flocks of flamingos. In the evening, relax, enjoy dinner, and take in the peaceful surroundings of this remarkable wilderness destination.

Main Destination:

Lake Natron

Activities:

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

Accommodation:

Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge

• Budget lodge located at Lake Natron

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Natron - Karatu

After breakfast, enjoy a guided walk around Lake Natron, where you can discover its unique landscapes and, season permitting, observe flamingos along the lakeshore. You may also visit the beautiful Engare Sero waterfalls, where a guided walk through the surrounding rocky gorge offers a refreshing experience. Later, depart for Karatu, traveling through scenic landscapes and traditional Maasai villages as you make your way toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive in Karatu in the late afternoon, check in at your lodge, and relax before dinner.

Main Destination:

Lake Natron

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting game drive. Explore this spectacular wildlife sanctuary, home to a remarkable variety of animals, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, and hyenas. With some luck, you may also spot the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the crater’s breathtaking scenery before continuing your wildlife exploration. In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and return to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and relaxation.

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

White RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire - Arusha/Airport

After an early breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees, impressive elephant herds, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a game drive through the park, exploring its scenic landscapes while searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and a variety of bird species. Depending on the season, you may also spot large concentrations of wildlife gathering around the Tarangire River. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before beginning your journey back to Arusha or transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward arrangements.

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

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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