Locally owned safari company · Pangani Street, Arusha

Mid-range safari · Joining group

4-Day Wild Heart of Tanzania

Four days through Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Shared pop-up-roof Land Cruiser, mid-range lodges and tented camps. Nights at Ngedere Lodge & Camp and Ang'ata Serengeti Camp.

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

From$1,326per person, two travelling

Trip overview

Your safari at a glance

  • Length4 days · 3 nights
  • GroupJoining group
  • StayLodges and tented camps
  • 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 Your adventure kicks off with a hotel pick-up where you'll meet your guide, chef, and fellow travelers. From there, you'll enjoy a scenic…Lunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Ngedere Lodge & Camp Read the full dayShow less

    Your adventure kicks off with a hotel pick-up where you'll meet your guide, chef, and fellow travelers. From there, you'll enjoy a scenic two-hour drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its diverse landscapes, ancient baobab trees, and Tanzania's largest elephant population. You'll watch in awe as elephant families interact in their natural habitat. During the game drive, you’ll follow wildlife sightings, with opportunities to spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, wildebeest, and zebras. Take a break at the Tarangire River picnic site, enjoying beautiful views and keeping an eye on the playful monkeys and baboons nearby!

    TonightNgedere Lodge & CampLunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  2. Day2Serengeti Day 2 · Ngorongoro Crater · SerengetiSerengeti National Park After breakfast, you’ll depart for Serengeti National Park, traveling through the picturesque farmlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Ang'ata Serengeti Camp Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, you’ll depart for Serengeti National Park, traveling through the picturesque farmlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you descend into the Serengeti’s expansive plains, you’ll experience the heart of Africa’s wilderness. You'll head to the Seronera region, known for its rich wildlife and the life-giving Seronera River that attracts a variety of animals. Upon arrival, you will enjoy an afternoon game drive, exploring this iconic wildlife habitat.

    TonightAng'ata Serengeti CampAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  3. Day3Serengeti Day 3 · Ngorongoro Crater · SerengetiSerengeti National Park After an early breakfast, you’ll set off on a morning game drive, offering prime opportunities to spot a variety of wildlife. By midday, you’ll…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp Read the full dayShow less

    After an early breakfast, you’ll set off on a morning game drive, offering prime opportunities to spot a variety of wildlife. By midday, you’ll return to camp to pack up and have lunch. Later, you’ll leave the Serengeti and drive to Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp, located near the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, a journey of about two hours.

    TonightAng'ata Ngorongoro CampAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  4. Day4Ngorongoro Crater Day 4 · Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro Crater to Arusha After breakfast, you’ll head down to the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. The crater’s abundant water and grazing lands attract a wide range of…Breakfast & lunch, (Dinner not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor) Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, you’ll head down to the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. The crater’s abundant water and grazing lands attract a wide range of wildlife, including wildebeest, zebras, buffaloes, elephants, and hippos. This area is also known for its high concentration of predators like lions, hyenas, and cheetahs, with leopards occasionally spotted. You’ll stop at Lake Magadi, where you can see hippos, flamingos, and various water birds. In the afternoon, you’ll return to Arusha and drop you off at your preferred hotel.

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

Mid-range lodges and tented camps have en-suite rooms and are inside or close to the parks. Names are confirmed in your written itinerary.

What it costs

Safari pricing

Price per person in US dollars by number of people travelling together
Accommodation2 people3 people4 people5 people6 peopleBest valueQuote
Mid-range lodges$1,326$1,278$1,227$1,207$1,207Get 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
  • Meals
  • Drinks

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • 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 a shared or private safari?

Shared: you travel with other guests in a pop-up-roof Land Cruiser, which keeps the price down. Your own party can be up to 7 people. The departure runs once at least 6 travellers have booked. Ask us if you'd prefer it private.

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?

Yes, from age 3. Children under 13 pay less.

Can I book it on my own?

Yes. Solo travellers are welcome; a single room costs a little more.

Are airport transfers included?

We can arrange them for a small extra cost. Tell us your flight times.

Is this safari private?

Check the Group label at the top of the page. Private means the vehicle and guide are only for your group. Shared means up to 6–7 guests in the vehicle.

Can we choose the lodges?

Yes. We suggest lodges for the season and your budget and name them in the written itinerary before you pay a deposit.

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

Travellers on travelling with Makini

5.0Excellent · 105+ reviews

  • The communication with the company was very good, and we were in good hands from the minute we arrived… we got a lot of value for the money.

    Saudat N. TripAdvisor
  • The communication with Lucas via WhatsApp was always very friendly, direct and immediate… our tour guide Aboh was very familiar with all animals and plants.

    Godfrey M. TripAdvisor
  • Great value local Tanzanian operator that provided an unforgettable safari experience.

    Damas F. TripAdvisor

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