4-Day Serengeti & Ngororongoro Crater Adventure

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha to Serengeti National Park

Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up in Arusha. From here, you’ll journey westward on a scenic 6-hour drive to Serengeti National Park. Along the way, watch as Tanzania’s diverse landscapes transition from rural countryside to the endless plains of the Serengeti—a name meaning “endless plains” in the Maasai language. The Serengeti spans over 14,700 sq. km and is home to the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. You’ll also spot impalas, giraffes, and birdlife. The Central Serengeti, especially the Seronera region, is a year-round wildlife hotspot, thanks to the Seronera River, which draws animals from across the plains. En route, you’ll stop for a picnic lunch and begin your first game drive as you enter the park. Look out for granite outcrops known as kopjes, which shelter predators and prey alike. The day ends as you arrive at Friends Serengeti Camp, where you’ll enjoy a warm welcome, dinner under the stars, and a restful night in your tented suite.

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:

Friends - Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full day Game drive Serengeti National Park

After a hearty breakfast, head out for a full-day safari across the Serengeti plains. Serengeti is world-renowned for its incredible biodiversity, and today’s game drive will take you through its most spectacular areas. Witness the abundance of wildlife, including the majestic Big Five—lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos—as well as thousands of wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes.

In the dry season, you may witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras trek across the Serengeti in search of fresh grazing grounds. Serengeti is also home to an array of predators, such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, so there’s never a dull moment.

Enjoy a packed lunch at a scenic picnic site within the park and then continue your safari exploration throughout the day. As the sun sets, return to your Friends Serengeti Camp for a delicious dinner and a restful evening.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Friends - Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, bid farewell to the Serengeti and embark on a scenic drive towards Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders. Known as the Garden of Eden, the crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts one of the densest concentrations of wildlife on the planet.

Descend into the crater for a half-day game drive, where you’ll encounter elephants, zebras, wildebeests, and possibly even the elusive black rhino. The crater floor is teeming with diverse ecosystems, from grassy plains to swampy areas, each home to a different set of animals and birds. Don’t forget to look for the flamingos at the alkaline lakes!

Enjoy a packed lunch on the crater floor, surrounded by nature before making your way back to Mto wa mbu.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands

Accommodation:

Kankari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Mto wa Mbu to Arusha

After enjoying a relaxed breakfast, you'll check out and begin your journey towards Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant town nestled at the foot of the Great Rift Valley. Along the way, you’ll make a few stops to immerse yourself in the local culture and lifestyle. This includes visiting local markets, interacting with different Tanzanian tribes, and learning about traditional farming, banana beer brewing, and local art.

After this enriching cultural experience, you’ll enjoy lunch in Mto wa Mbu, sampling delicious local cuisine.

In the afternoon, you'll continue your journey by road to Arusha, where your guide will drop you off at your hotel or the airport depending on your travel plans. This marks the end of your unforgettable 4-day safari adventure, filled with wildlife encounters, scenic landscapes, and meaningful cultural insights.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

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.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.