Safari Tour: 4-Day Northern Tanzania Safari - Tanzania Safari Tour
4-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Offered by - LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Tour Features
This 4-day Northern Tanzania Safari explores the country’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Starting from Arusha, the journey takes you to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. You then continue to the endless plains of the Serengeti for exceptional game viewing before concluding in the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, a natural sanctuary supporting abundant wildlife within a breathtaking landscape.
| 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. |
| 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, Overland. |
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 | Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge No images available | Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 2 | Matawi Serengeti Camp (Kenzan) No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 3 | Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 4 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks |
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 - Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Depart Arusha in the morning and drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its vast savannah, seasonal swamps, and the Tarangire River that attracts wildlife year-round. Enjoy an extensive game drive where you may spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and a wide variety of bird species. After a picnic lunch inside the park, continue with afternoon game viewing before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 2 - Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart Tarangire and travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands toward Serengeti National Park. The journey offers changing landscapes and cultural views along the way. Upon arrival in the Serengeti, enjoy an afternoon game drive across the open plains, home to large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and predators such as lions and cheetahs. End the day with sunset views over the savannah.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Matawi Serengeti Camp (Kenzan)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 3 - Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Begin the day with a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, taking advantage of prime wildlife activity. After breakfast, drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying wildlife sightings en route. Arrive near the crater rim in the afternoon, where cooler temperatures and panoramic views create a relaxing atmosphere. Spend the evening at the lodge, preparing for the next day’s crater descent.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 4 - Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to the Big Five, including black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffaloes, and abundant plains game. After lunch, ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha through the highlands, marking the end of your unforgettable Northern Tanzania safari.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks
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
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
*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 Tarangire National Park and ends in Ngorongoro Crater, 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 Tarangire National Park and ends in Ngorongoro Crater, 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
LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Lion Track Safari Company is a trusted Tanzanian tour operator specializing in tailor made wildlife safaris and immersive travel experiences across East Africa. Based in Arusha, the company delivers high quality, personalized safaris designed to match every traveler’s style whether luxury, adventure, family, or photographic. With expert driver guides, well crafted itineraries, and a strong commitment to conservation and community, Lion Track Safari provides exceptional journeys through iconic destinations like Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara. The company prides itself on professionalism, reliability, and creating unforgettable safari moments that connect guests to the authentic beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness.
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