4 Days Tanzania Safari: Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Adventure

After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your hotel in Arusha and begin the scenic drive towards Serengeti National Park, passing through the renowned Ngorongoro Conservation Area with game viewing en route. The journey takes approximately 8 hours, and along the way, you may spot wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, and various species of antelope grazing in the savannah.

Upon arrival in the Seronera area of the Serengeti, enjoy an afternoon game drive in this wildlife-rich region, famous for its open plains and large populations of lions, cheetahs, and the elusive leopard. The Seronera River, which runs through the central Serengeti, is a vital water source, attracting a wide range of wildlife year-round. After a day of thrilling wildlife sightings, you will return to your camp or lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Today, explore the Serengeti National Park further with a full-day game drive, with picnic lunches provided in the park. Serengeti is renowned for the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles migrate in search of fresh grazing. As the herds move, predators like lions, cheetahs, and wild dogs follow in pursuit, making for one of the most dramatic wildlife spectacles in the world.

The park is home to over 3 million large mammals, including the Big Five—lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard. You’ll also have the opportunity to see hippos, giraffes, impalas, and various bird species, with more than 500 species of birds, such as vultures, eagles, and secretary birds.

In the evening, you’ll return to your camp or lodge for a relaxing dinner and an overnight stay amidst the Serengeti’s wild beauty.

Wake up early for a thrilling morning game drive in Serengeti, where you may have the chance to spot predators as they hunt at dawn. For those seeking an even more unique experience, an optional balloon safari over the Serengeti plains offers a bird’s-eye view of the landscape and its wildlife, a once-in-a-lifetime experience (additional cost).

After your morning adventure, return to your camp for a delicious breakfast, then check out and enjoy a picnic lunch as you travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The journey takes about 3-4 hours, with another game drive along the way. Upon arrival in the late afternoon, you’ll enjoy a peaceful evening and a hearty dinner at your lodge, nestled on the crater rim.

After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most remarkable wildlife destinations on Earth. The crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, spans 300 square kilometers and is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including the rare black rhino, lions, cheetahs, elephants, and buffalo. It is also an excellent place to spot flamingos and other water birds near the hippo pool.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater near the hippo pool, where you can stretch your legs and take in the stunning views. After a day of exploration, ascend the crater’s steep walls and head back towards Arusha. You will arrive in the late afternoon and be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to the airport for your flight to your next destination.