Elephants among baobab trees in Tarangire

4-Day Safari

4-Day Northern Tanzania Safari

Duration4 Days
RegionTarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro
Trip TypeSafari
StaysCamp / lodge · 3 nights

Overview

The classic northern circuit with Tarangire added at the front — its baobab-studded plains and elephant herds make a strong opening act before the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Four days, three parks, one continuous route.

Day by day

Day01

Arusha to Tarangire

Depart Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park for an afternoon game drive among its elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.

Day02

Tarangire to Serengeti

Morning game drive in Tarangire, then continue to the Serengeti, arriving in time for a late-afternoon game drive.

Day03

Full Day in the Serengeti

A full day of game drives across the Serengeti plains, tracking wildlife at the pace the day calls for.

Day04

Ngorongoro Crater & Return to Arusha

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive, then climb back out and drive back to Arusha.

What's included

Included

  • Private vehicle with driver-guide
  • All park entrance fees
  • Camping/lodge accommodation (3 nights)
  • All meals during the safari
  • Bottled drinking water in vehicle

Not included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Tips for guide and camp staff
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses

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