Locally owned safari company · Pangani Street, Arusha

Luxury fly-in · Private

4-Day Unforgettable Luxury Private Safari

Four days through Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Private vehicle and guide, luxury lodges and camps. Nights at Suricata Boma Lodge and Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.

  • 4 days
  • Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro Crater
  • Park fees included

From$2,198per person, two travelling

Trip overview

Your safari at a glance

  • Length4 days · 3 nights
  • GroupPrivate
  • StayLuxury lodges
  • Getting aroundPop-up-roof Land Cruiser
  • Starts and endsArusha → Arusha
  • Best monthsJul – Sep
  1. StartArusha
  2. Tarangire
  3. Serengeti
  4. Ngorongoro Crater
  5. EndArusha

Where you go

Route map

Your route

  1. 1Start Arusha
  2. 2Tarangire
  3. 3Serengeti
  4. 4Ngorongoro Crater
  5. 5End Arusha

Approximate route between stops.

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day1Tarangire Day 1 · TarangireArusha to Tarangire National Park You'll be picked up from your hotel at 8 am and begin a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley for a full-day game drive. Although…Lunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), Non-alcoholic drinksSuricata Boma Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    You'll be picked up from your hotel at 8 am and begin a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley for a full-day game drive. Although relatively small in size (205 sq miles), the park offers stunning landscapes and is known for its lush acacia woodlands, giant fig trees, and impressive baobabs. The park is home to giraffes, elephants, impalas, and large herds of elephants and buffaloes. Tarangire’s scenery is truly unforgettable, with game drives along the lake offering excellent photo opportunities of giraffes and buffaloes against the beautiful landscape. In the afternoon, you'll return to the lodge for dinner.

    TonightSuricata Boma LodgeLunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), Non-alcoholic drinks
  2. Day2Serengeti Day 2 · SerengetiMto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park Understand why its name means "endless plains" in the local language. Covering 18,000 square kilometers (6,900 sq miles), the vast…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksSerengeti Serena Safari Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    Understand why its name means "endless plains" in the local language. Covering 18,000 square kilometers (6,900 sq miles), the vast grasslands seem to stretch endlessly toward the horizon, challenging your sense of distance and scale. The Serengeti is home to the great migration, with around 2 million wildebeests, hundreds of thousands of zebras, and numerous species of antelopes. It is also an exceptional destination for spotting big cats and other predators, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas. Many iconic wildlife scenes, including the famous river crossings, have been filmed in this remarkable park.

    TonightSerengeti Serena Safari LodgeAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
  3. Day3Serengeti Day 3 · Ngorongoro Crater · SerengetiSerengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Highlands On this day, we recommend an early wake-up for a morning game drive, when wildlife is most active, and to enjoy one of the most spectacular sunrises…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksNgorongoro Serena Safari Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    On this day, we recommend an early wake-up for a morning game drive, when wildlife is most active, and to enjoy one of the most spectacular sunrises you’ll ever see. After the game drive, we’ll return to camp for a rewarding brunch before heading to Ngorongoro, the 8th Wonder of the Natural World. The crater covers 102 square miles and has 2,000-ft high walls, making it like Noah’s ark and home to almost every wildlife species native to East Africa. It is also one of the few places on the continent where you can spot the black rhino. The crater features a river, several swamps, a soda lake filled with flamingos, a forest, and open plains. It’s also renowned for its elephants, which are among the largest in the world with enormous tusks. The Ngorongoro Crater is truly a natural wonder. You’ll arrive in Ngorongoro in time for a sundowner.

    TonightNgorongoro Serena Safari LodgeAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
  4. Day4Ngorongoro Crater Day 4 · Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro Crater to Arusha On this day, we recommend an early wake-up for a morning game drive, when wildlife is most active, and to enjoy one of the most spectacular sunrises…Breakfast & lunch, (Dinner not included), Non-alcoholic drinks Read the full dayShow less

    On this day, we recommend an early wake-up for a morning game drive, when wildlife is most active, and to enjoy one of the most spectacular sunrises you’ll ever see. After the game drive, we’ll return to camp for a rewarding brunch before heading to Ngorongoro, the 8th Wonder of the Natural World. The crater covers 102 square miles and has 2,000-ft high walls, making it like Noah’s ark and home to almost every wildlife species native to East Africa. It is also one of the few places on the continent where you can spot the black rhino. The crater features a river, several swamps, a soda lake filled with flamingos, a forest, and open plains. It’s also renowned for its elephants, which are among the largest in the world with enormous tusks. The Ngorongoro Crater is truly a Wonder of the Natural World.

Want a different order, an extra night or another lodge? Every day here can change. Ask us to adjust it

Where you sleep

Properties used for this safari

Luxury lodges and camps are chosen for location: closer to the wildlife, so you spend less time driving. Names are confirmed in your written itinerary.

What it costs

Safari pricing

Price per person in US dollars by number of people travelling together
Accommodation1 person2 people3 people4 peopleBest valueQuote
Luxury lodgesOn request$2,198$1,980$1,879Get quote
  • Per person, sharing. The vehicle and guide cost the same for two or six, so bigger groups pay less each.
  • Children under 15 pay less, and solo travellers pay a supplement. We include both in your quote.
  • Deposit to confirm: 20% for camping safaris, 40% for lodge safaris.

The fine print

What the price covers

Included

  • Park fees (non-residents)
  • All activities
  • All accommodation
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals
  • Drinks

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

In pictures

Photo gallery

Good to know

Questions about this safari

Is this safari private?

Yes. The vehicle and guide are only for your group, for parties of up to 4 people. Larger groups: ask us.

When can it start, and can we change it?

It can start on any day that suits you, and we can change the lodges, the order of the parks or the number of nights.

Can children come?

This trip is for adults only. Ask us about our family safaris instead.

Can I book it on my own?

Not as a solo traveller: the price is for two or more. Ask us about joining a group safari instead.

Are airport transfers included?

Yes, from and back to the airport.

How much luggage can we bring on the plane?

Bush flights usually allow about 15 kg per person in soft bags. Leave the rest with us in Arusha or at your Zanzibar hotel.

What happens if a flight is delayed?

Your guide waits at the airstrip and tracks the flight with the airline. We adjust the day's game drive around the new arrival time.

Another question?

Our planners in Arusha are happy to help on WhatsApp.

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Before you go

Clothing

  • Light layers in khaki, green or beige
  • A warm fleece for early drives and the crater rim
  • Long sleeves for the evenings
  • Sun hat

Footwear

  • Comfortable closed shoes
  • Sandals for camp or the lodge

Gear

  • Binoculars, one pair each if you can
  • Camera with a spare battery and memory card
  • Soft bag rather than a hard suitcase
  • Power bank

Health

  • Sunscreen and lip balm
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medication
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest reviews

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    Godfrey M. TripAdvisor
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