Safari Tour: 4-Day Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Camping - Tanzania Safari Tour
4-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by OLDBEAST VACATIONS
Offered by - OLDBEAST VACATIONS
Tour Features
Embark on an unforgettable 4-day budget-friendly camping safari to three of Tanzania's most famous wildlife destinations Lake Manyara National Park, the legendary Serengeti Plains, and the stunning Ngorongoro Crater. Experience thrilling game drives, rich wildlife, beautiful landscapes, and nights under the African stars.
| Budget tour | This budget tour includes camping and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Shared tour | This tour will be shared with other travelers. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | Senator Hotel Arusha No images available | Breakfast Included |
| 2-4 | Budget Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - : Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you’ll be greeted by your driver or tour representative holding a sign with your name. After assisting with your luggage, they will transfer you directly to your hotel in Arusha. The drive typically takes 45–60 minutes, depending on traffic and weather. On arrival, check in and settle into your hotel to rest and prepare for your safari.
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: Senator Hotel Arusha
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included
- Day 2 - Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park
Morning:
Pick up from your hotel in Arusha and drive to Lake Manyara National Park (approx. 2 hours). Begin a game drive in this small but diverse park, famous for its lush forests, tree-climbing lions, elephants, giraffes, hippos, and large flocks of flamingos along the lake shore.
Lunch:
Picnic lunch inside the park.
Afternoon:
Continue with game viewing along the lake and woodlands. Later, drive to the campsite near Mto wa Mbu or Lake Manyara area.
Evening:
Set up camp, enjoy dinner prepared by your safari chef, and overnight stay at the public campsite.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 3 - Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park
Morning:
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (approx. 4–5 hrs drive). Optional stop at Olduvai Gorge (prehistoric site, extra fee).
Lunch:
Picnic lunch en route on the Serengeti plains.
Afternoon:
Start your first game drive in Central Serengeti (Seronera area), famous for lions, cheetahs, leopards, and the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal).
Evening:
Dinner and overnight at a public campsite in the Serengeti.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 4 - Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area-Arusha
On your final safari day, start with an early sunrise game drive in the Serengeti to spot predators on the hunt. Return to camp for a late breakfast, pack up, and enjoy game viewing as you exit the park. Continue your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, optionally visiting a Maasai Boma along the way. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive, where you can spot black rhinos, elephants, lions, hippos, zebras, flamingos, and more. Around midday, enjoy a scenic picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool on the crater floor. In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and drive back to Arusha, arriving by evening for drop-off at your hotel marking the end of your safari adventure.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Rates Per Person
Jan 27, 2026 - Jan 27, 2027
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
OLDBEAST VACATIONS
Oldbeast Vacations is your trusted Tanzania Safari Expert, offering unforgettable wildlife adventures and personalized travel experiences across Tanzania. We are passionate about designing seamless itineraries that match your unique travel dreams—whether you’re looking for a thrilling safari, a relaxing beach escape, a rich cultural journey, or a luxury getaway. Our experienced team handles every detail to ensure stress-free, immersive, and memorable travels. With Oldbeast Vacations, you don’t just visit Tanzania—you experience it in a deeper, more meaningful way.
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