Safari Tour: 4-Day Ngorongoro, Tarangire & Materuni Comfort Safari - Tanzania Safari Tour
4-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by Serengeti Wander Tours
Offered by - Serengeti Wander Tours
Tour Features
Explore the famed Ngorongoro Crater, often dubbed the Eden of Africa, renowned for its abundant wildlife, including the Big Five and diverse bird species. This unique destination is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Our tour also includes visits to Tarangire National Park and concludes with a trip to Mount Kilimanjaro for a hike to Materuni Waterfalls. Throughout the journey, you will enjoy comfortable stays in midrange lodges.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Not for solo travelers | Solo travelers cannot 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 | Njiro Legacy No images available | Meals & Drinks at own expense |
| 2 | Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 3 | Njiro Legacy No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 4 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch 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 & Optional City Tour
Upon your arrival at either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be met by a representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. If time permits, you may opt to take a guided city tour, which includes visits to the renowned Cultural Heritage Centre, a local art gallery, bustling local markets, and the vibrant Maasai market for souvenirs and cultural insights.
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: Njiro Legacy
Meals & Drinks: Meals & Drinks at own expense
- Day 2 - Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your exciting safari adventure begins today! Following breakfast, our team will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha at 7:40am. You embark on a scenic 2-hour drive to Tarangire National Park, well-known for its vast elephant herds and ancient baobab trees.
As you explore the park in our open-roof vehicle, you have the opportunity to witness seasonal swamps, expansive savannas, and the wildlife-rich Tarangire River. Keep your eyes peeled for a multitude of bird species, graceful giraffes, elegant impalas, zebras, powerful lions, elusive leopards, imposing elands, playful warthogs, and the magnificent elephants that Tarangire is renowned for.
A delightful picnic lunch will be served at a picturesque spot with breathtaking views, followed by more thrilling game viewing. Late afternoon, you make your way to your lodge, where you enjoy a hearty dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 3 - Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha
Today, your adventure begins following a hearty breakfast as you board the safari vehicle at 6:00am. Your destination is the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater. This remarkable location is home to a rich diversity of East African wildlife, including the rare black rhino you might be fortunate to encounter. With its vast expanse spanning 260 square kilometres and a diameter of approximately 20 kilometres, fully exploring its wonders will take around 5 to 6 hours.
Lunch will be enjoyed at the scenic hippo pool picnic site, adding to the day’s unique experience.
After an unforgettable journey in the crater, you will begin your return to Arusha. Expect to arrive in town between 5:00pm and 6:00pm. Dinner and overnight will be at your lodge.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Njiro Legacy
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 4 - Materuni Waterfalls, Coffee Tour & Chemka Hot Springs Excurs
Today, you will depart at 7:30 a.m. and drive towards the Kilimanjaro region, passing through the scenic Kishumundu villages until you reach the lush highlands of Materuni. From there, you’ll take a 45-minute guided hike to a beautiful waterfall. Afterward, enjoy an authentic coffee-making experience and a taste of local Chagga cuisine.
In the afternoon, you’ll continue to the Chemka Hot Springs, an oasis of crystal-clear, warm water where you can relax and even enjoy a natural pedicure from the playful “doctor fish.” After this refreshing experience, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure.
Main Destination:
Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Main Destination: Moshi
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch 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
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)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Feb 24, 2026 - Feb 24, 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
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)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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
Serengeti Wander Tours
Serengeti Wander Tours is a proudly Tanzanian-owned tour operator dedicated to delivering authentic, high-quality safari experiences across Tanzania’s most iconic destinations. Founded by Loserian, the company was created with a passion for sharing the beauty, wildlife, and culture of Tanzania with travelers from around the world.
We specialize in customized safaris to world-renowned parks such as Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, and the pristine beaches of Zanzibar. Our experiences range from classic Big Five safaris and Great Migration adventures to fly-in safaris from Zanzibar, calving season safaris, day trips, and Mount Kilimanjaro trekking.
Our professional local guides bring deep knowledge of wildlife behavior, ecosystems, and local culture, ensuring every safari is both educational and unforgettable. Whether you are traveling solo, as a couple, with family, or in a group, we tailor every itinerary to match your interests, budget, and travel style.
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