4-Day Budget Shared Safari.

4 Day Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, & Ngorongoro Crater.

Tour Type
Group shared tour
Start
Arusha
End
Arusha
Minimum People
4+

Tour Description:

This 4-day group safari is designed for travelers seeking an incredible wildlife adventure while sharing the experience with like-minded explorers. The journey takes you to three of Tanzania’s most renowned safari destinations. Begin with Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and towering baobab trees. Then, venture into the legendary Serengeti, where vast plains are home to abundant predators and the Great Migration (seasonal). Conclude your journey in the Ngorongoro Crater, a breathtaking natural wonder teeming with diverse wildlife, including the rare black rhino.

Tour Highlights:

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park.
Day 2: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park.
Day 3: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Tour & Return to Arusha.

After an early breakfast, your adventure begins as you depart Arusha and drive towards Tarangire National Park, a gem known for its scenic landscapes and diverse wildlife. The park is named after the Tarangire River, a lifeline for animals during the dry season.

Upon arrival, embark on an exciting full-day game drive, spotting large herds of elephants, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, and numerous antelope species. The park is also home to majestic lions, elusive leopards, and an incredible variety of birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot, surrounded by the sounds of nature.

In the late afternoon, continue your game drive, capturing the golden hues of the African sunset before heading to Lilac Campsite for dinner and overnight stay.

❖ Accommodation: Budget Camping inside Tarangire NP

Wake up early for breakfast at the camp, then set off towards Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Witness the landscape transition from rolling highlands to the vast open savannahs of the Serengeti.

Arriving at the park around midday, enjoy a game drive en route to Seronera—the central region known for its year-round wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of wildebeests and zebras grazing on the endless plains.

After a picnic lunch, embark on an afternoon game drive, where you may witness thrilling predator action as lions and cheetahs stalk their prey. The Serengeti is alive with activity, from playful hyena cubs to majestic giraffes moving gracefully across the plains.

As the sun sets, head to Seronera Campsite for a hearty dinner and an overnight stay under the vast African sky.

❖ Accommodation: Budget Camping inside Serengeti NP

Start your day with an early morning game drive, the perfect time to spot nocturnal predators returning from a night of hunting. The soft morning light offers stunning photography opportunities, and you may witness lions basking in the sunrise, cheetahs scanning the plains, or elephants making their way to waterholes.

After a few hours of exploring, return to camp for a late breakfast before packing up and departing for Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy an en-route game drive as you leave the Serengeti, spotting more wildlife along the way.

By late afternoon, you’ll arrive at Ngorongoro Simba Campsite, perched on the crater rim. Relax and enjoy breathtaking views of the crater floor while savoring dinner before a good night’s rest in preparation for an exciting day ahead.

❖ Accommodation: Budget Camping at Ngorongoro Crater Rim

Rise early for breakfast at camp, then descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife havens. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to over 25,000 animals, offering an unparalleled safari experience.

Spend the morning exploring the crater floor, searching for the Big Five—lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and the elusive black rhino. Other sightings may include hippos, hyenas, jackals, and large flocks of flamingos near Lake Magadi.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at Ngoitoktok Spring, surrounded by hippos and breathtaking landscapes. Afterward, begin the ascent back to the crater rim and start your journey back to Arusha.

By late afternoon or early evening, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of an unforgettable safari adventure.

❖ Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Price

Single (1 tent): $880
2+ people Sharing tents: $825

Inclusion &
Exclusion

Park Fees & Taxes: Covers all government park entry fees and conservation charges.
Inclusive Activities: Enjoy all excursions and experiences unless labeled as optional.
Expert Guidance: A professional driver-guide to enhance your safari experience.
Camping Equipments: Tents, pillows, blankets/sleeping bag.
Seamless Transportation: All transfers included, unless stated otherwise.
Refreshments: Bottled mineral water and soda provided throughout the safari.

International Flights: Airfare to and from your home country is not included.
Personal Expenses: Covers souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, and other personal items.
Gratuities: Tips for guides (recommended $10 per person per day).

Important
Information

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
A travel party of 1 or 2 people can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 4 people to run.
This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 3 are free.