4 Day Mid-Range Lodge and 1 Night Camping Safari in Tanzania
Short and Impactful Safari in Tanzania
If you only have 4 days but still want to visit the most famous parks of Tanzania (Serengeti and Ngorongoro, plus Manyara or Tarangire), this is the perfect tour for you. It only spends one night in Serengeti, which people usually think is too little, but if your time frame is short and you want to visit this amazing park, then it is the right choice for you.
Key information
- Group safari
- Minimum group size: 4
- Children policy: Children are allowed as non-participating guests
- Starting point and ending point: Arusha
- Languages spoken: English, German, Italian, Spanish
- Park fees are included
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Highlights
- Game drives as per the itinerary
- Main types of animals to be viewed: giraffe, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, etc.
- Visit Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater
- This organizer is certified by their national tourism board
- Services of a professional driver/guide
- 3 nights accommodation
- Daily meals as per the itinerary
- Round-trip airport transfer and all transportation as per the itinerary
Skill level
- Beginner
Types
4 activity days in English
Average daily hours of activity: 7
Accommodation
Farm of Dreams in Karatu Town (1 night)
The lodge is located in the tourist town of Karatu on the western south slopes of Ngorongoro Crater at 1,400 feet above sea level. The lodge sits in a garden of flowers and vegetables. The property offers spectacular sweeping views of the hills and close distant to the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Eyasi, Lake Manyara, and Tarangire National Park. The warm and cozy rooms overlook the reserve and tropical gardens, and the large en-suite bathrooms include toilet, shower, and washbasins as well as luxurious toiletries. The bedrooms open up to a terrace that is furnished with a table and chairs.
- Accommodation level: Mid-range
Facilities
- Restaurant and lounge bar
- Conference and banquet
- Swimming pool
Kisura Luxury Tented Camp in Serengeti (1 night)
Kisura Tented Camp, overlooking the magnificent savanna plains of the Serengeti National Park, is the absolute jewel in the crown. This intimate safari camp of just 10 luxury tents offers premium tented accommodation with first class service. Here is the perfect base for you to indulge in your passion for wildlife without missing out on your home comforts.
The tents are fully furnished and equipped with hot showers, separate toilets, four poster beds, sitting areas, and spectacular views. Starting your morning refreshed, following a great night’s sleep in one of the comfortable beds, will make all the difference to your daily safari experience.
- Accommodation level: Mid-range
Facilities
- Free wi-fi
- 24/7 support
- Campfire
- Private rooms
- Solar electrical
- Bar and lounge
Simba Campsite on the crater rim in Ngorongoro (1 night)
Simba Campsite lies on the very rim of Ngorongoro Crater and has an excellent view across the caldera. A fantastic sunrise over the crater rim makes a fine breakfast scene. Often, there are elephants wandering around the camp. This campsite is guarded. Tents have mats, and bathrooms are outside the tent. Facilities at Simba Campsite are basic, but this is more than made up for by the atmosphere of this camp in the clouds. Ngorongoro Simba Campsite A is a scenic and budget-friendly accommodation perched on the rim of the famous Ngorongoro Crater.
Offering travelers an authentic camping experience in the heart of Tanzania’s wilderness, this campsite provides breathtaking views, proximity to unparalleled wildlife, and a genuine sense of adventure. Situated right on the crater rim, Ngorongoro Simba Campsite A boasts an unbeatable location that allows guests to enjoy sweeping views of the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its strategic position makes it an excellent base for early morning game drives into the crater.
The campsite provides spacious and well-maintained areas for pitching tents, along with basic facilities to ensure a comfortable stay in the wild. The setting immerses guests in nature, with the occasional visits from wildlife enhancing the authentic safari experience. Guests can enjoy hearty, freshly prepared meals at the shared dining area.
Meals are typically served buffet-style, featuring a mix of local and international dishes. For self-catering travelers, a shared kitchen is available for cooking. Wake up to misty mornings and stunning sunrises over the crater. Evenings at the campsite offer a unique opportunity to relax by a campfire while marveling at the star-filled African sky.
- Accommodation level: Budget
Facilities
- Eating area
- Hot water showers
- 220V generator power in the evening
- Clean and well-maintained shower and toilet facilities
- A shared lounge area for relaxing and socializing
- 24/7 security to ensure guest safety
- Solar-powered lighting and charging stations for electronics
- Assistance with safari logistics and cultural tours
Program
Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha To Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, your safari guide will drive you to Tarangire National Park. From the open roof of the vehicle, you will be able to take in the landscape and watch the variety of wildlife. You will enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, which includes coffee and soft drinks. After a full day in the park, you will be driven to Farm of Dreams where you will check in, enjoy dinner, and spend your overnight stay.
- Main destination: Tarangire National Park (town)
- Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge - Mid-range lodge located in or near Karatu
- Meals: All meals included
- Drinks: Drinks are not included
Day 2: Tarangire National Park To Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will drive up the crater highlands, stopping at the rim for a spectacular view of the Ngorongoro Crater and continuing as far as the eye can see, the vast view of the Serengeti. After this exciting game drive, you will drive to Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp or Kisura Luxury Tented Camp for dinner and your overnight stay.
- Main destination: Serengeti National Park
- Best time to visit: June to February (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)
- Accommodation: Kisura Luxury Tented Camp
- Meals: All meals included
- Drinks: Drinks are not included
Day 3: Serengeti National Park To Ngorongoro Crater
You will rise very early and enjoy a sunrise game drive to spot animals when they are more active and also to witness a fantastic African sunrise, one of the most spectacular sights one can experience. Then, you will travel to the Ngorongoro Crater. Drive to Simba Campsite on the crater rim for your overnight stay.
- Main destination: Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation: Simba Campsite - On the crater rim
- Meals: All meals included
- Drinks: Drinks are not included
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
You will start the day very early and descend into the crater floor for an incredible morning of wildlife in one of the most stunning places on Earth. After the game drive, there will be time for a picnic lunch near the beautiful hippo lake. After lunch, you will have time for a short game drive and then ascend the crater and exit Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards Arusha. Expect to be back in Arusha at around 5 p.m. (though they are flexible), drop off in Arusha or at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
- Main destination: Arusha
- Accommodation: No accommodation (end of tour)
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch (dinner not included)
- Drinks: Drinking water (other drinks not included)
Guides
Francis Kembo
Professional driver guide with more than 20 years of experience.
Location
On this safari tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the main attractions of Tanzania, including Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater.
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire is best known for its elephant families, savannah, iconic baobab trees, seasonal swamps, and the life-giving Tarangire River. Animals gather at the river to drink and cool off from the hot African sun. You will see giraffe, bushbuck, and hartebeest. The park is also home to buffalo, zebra, and wildebeest. These animals are closely followed by a range of predators such as the lion and the leopard.
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti means “endless plain" and is inhabited by more than 2 million wildebeest and other wildlife. From January to April, the wildebeest, plains zebra, and Thomson’s gazelle give birth to their calves. Large predators, including lion, cheetah, and hyena, are drawn to the area by this abundance of prey, which migrate throughout the park. Many smaller animals like rock hyrax, bat-eared fox, mongoose, honey badger, jackal, monkey, baboon, and African hare also inhabit the area. There are also over 500 species of birds.
Food
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Soda
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Lacto-ovo Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Organic
- Raw food
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Pescatarian
- Halal
- Seafood
- Naturopathic
- Fruitarian
- Lactose Free
- Whole food
- Paleo diet
- Yogic
- Other dietary requirements on request
- Ayurvedic
What's included
- Park fees
- All activities
- Meals
- Drinking water
- 3 nights accommodation
- A professional driver/guide
- Round-trip airport transfers
- All transportation
- Government-imposed increase of taxes
What's not included
- International flights (from/to home)
- Tips (tipping guideline: 10 USD pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
Kilimanjaro International Airport
156 km away from your destination
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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