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4-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

📅4 Days / 3 Nights
🦁Private Safari
👥Private/custom group
💰$1,650
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🌍 Safari Overview
4 Days / 3 Nights
Duration
Private/custom group
Group Size
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Meals
June to October is the main dry-season window; January to February is another practical period for northern Tanzania.
Best Season
Private Safari
Tour Style
Private
Accommodation

This 4-day Tanzania safari follows a defined route through Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. The sequence of parks and areas gives the itinerary its character, while the day-by-day plan sets the pace for drives, stops and overnight stays.

The daily plan moves through Arusha to Tarangire National Park, Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park, Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands and the remaining scheduled stops.

The itinerary is arranged as a private departure, allowing the guide to manage driving time and stops around the agreed route. The published schedule should be checked against the requested travel dates before confirmation.

Overnight stays use the lodge or camp level shown in the package details, with the exact properties confirmed in the accommodation section. Group size, meal arrangements and included services should be reviewed together because they affect the practical cost of the route. Listed inclusions include All Park entrances & taxes, Accommodation during safari, All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner).

✨ Safari Highlights

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Serengeti game drives
Drive across the Serengeti plains with time set aside for wildlife viewing.
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Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the crater for a concentrated wildlife drive and crater-floor views.
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Tarangire landscapes
Explore Tarangire’s river corridor, baobabs and elephant country.
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Private safari vehicle
Travel with a private guide and vehicle on the scheduled route.

📋 Day-by-Day Itinerary

1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
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  • After a short morning briefing, depart Arusha and head toward Tarangire National Park. Known for its classic savannah landscapes, towering baobab trees, seasonal swamps, and lagoons, the park is home to some of the largest elephant herds in Tanzania. Wildlife gathers along the life-giving Tarangire River, offering excellent game-viewing opportunities. You may encounter giraffes, bushbucks, hartebeests, as well as unique species such as gerenuk and fringe-eared oryx. The park also hosts buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeests, often followed by predators like lions. Leopards are occasionally spotted, while cheetahs are more elusive. Enjoy the views from your open-roof safari vehicle before arriving at your lodge in the late afternoon. Safari Season Overview - Tarangire Category Details drinks
🏕️Suricata Boma Lodge - Mid-range lodge (1-2 hrs from Tarangire)
🍽️All meals includedNon-alcoholic drinks
2
Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
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  • After breakfast, depart Mto wa Mbu and drive toward Serengeti National Park (approximately 6 hours including stops), passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop briefly at a viewpoint overlooking the Ngorongoro Crater for breathtaking panoramic views. You may also opt to visit a traditional Maasai village (optional, extra cost), where you can learn about Maasai culture and traditions. Continue to the Serengeti, arriving in the late afternoon. Enjoy a game drive in the Seronera region, known for its high concentration of wildlife, and experience a beautiful sunset across the plains. With some luck, you may witness predators in action. Safari Season Overview - Serengeti Category Details drinks
🏕️Land of Nature Camp - Mid-range tented camp (Central Serengeti)
🍽️All meals includedNon-alcoholic drinks
3
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
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  • Begin your day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti, when wildlife is most active. Afterward, return to camp for lunch and packing. Later, continue with a game drive as you exit the Serengeti and head toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (approximately 3 hours). Enjoy scenic landscapes along the way before arriving at your lodge in Karatu for relaxation and overnight. Safari Season Overview - Serengeti Category Details drinks
🏕️Farm of Dreams Lodge - Mid-range lodge (Karatu)
🍽️All meals includedNon-alcoholic drinks
4
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
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  • After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. This unique ecosystem offers one of the best chances to spot the endangered black rhino, along with a wide range of other wildlife due to the crater’s enclosed nature. You may see lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of birdlife. After lunch, ascend the crater and begin your journey back to Arusha, where you will be dropped off at your hotel. Safari Season Overview - Ngorongoro Category Details drinks
🏕️No accommodation (End of tour)
🍽️Breakfast & Lunch (Dinner not included)Non-alcoholic drinks

💰 Safari Pricing

Start dates Solo 2 people 3 people 4 people 5 people 6 people 7+ people
Mid-Range Lodging: n/a* $1650 $1400 $1250 $1250 $1200 $1200
Luxury Lodging: n/a* $2600 $2500 $2400 $2400 $2200 $2200

All prices per person. Group discounts available. Contact us for custom pricing.

✅ What's Included

  • All Park entrances & taxes
  • Accommodation during safari
  • All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),
  • soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day)
  • Transportation in a custom safari 4×4 with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
  • Safari vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, communications radio, electric cooler, and filtered water

❌ Not Included

  • Tips for guides
  • International and domestic flights
  • Tanzania Visa fee
  • Balloons In Serengeti ($600 per person )

🌟 Experience Type

Big Five Game Drive

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Which places are included in 4-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater?▾
The planned route includes Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. The day-by-day itinerary is the detailed reference for the order of travel, drives and activities.
How long does 4-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater take?▾
The itinerary is planned for 4 days and 3 nights. Arrival, departure and transfer timing should be checked against your flight schedule before confirmation.
When is the best time for 4-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater?▾
June to October is the main dry-season window; January to February is another practical period for northern Tanzania.
Where do guests stay on 4-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater?▾
The source itinerary names Suricata Boma Lodge - Mid-range lodge (1-2 hrs from Tarangire), Land of Nature Camp - Mid-range tented camp (Central Serengeti), Farm of Dreams Lodge - Mid-range lodge (Karatu), No accommodation (End of tour). Where a property is not named, the exact lodge or camp should be confirmed with the safari team before booking.
What meals are included on 4-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater?▾
The source itinerary lists these meal arrangements where specified: All meals includedNon-alcoholic drinks; Breakfast & Lunch (Dinner not included)Non-alcoholic drinks. Check each day and the final proposal for the confirmed inclusions.
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