4 Days Budget Safari – Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro

4 Days Budget Safari Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro

Overview

Embark on a thrilling 4-day safari that takes you through three of northern Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Your journey begins in Tarangire National Park, where vast herds of elephants roam among ancient baobab trees and diverse wildlife populates the park’s plains. From there, you travel to the Serengeti National Park, home to endless savannahs, lions, cheetahs, and the seasonal Great Migration, with exciting game drives during both morning and afternoon hours.

Highlights

Detailed Itinerary

Experience the ultimate Tanzanian adventure on this 3-day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Camping Safari. This itinerary is designed to give you maximum wildlife encounters in a short period, combining thrilling game drives with nights under the stars at comfortable campsites. From the vast plains of the Serengeti, where lions, cheetahs, elephants, and giraffes roam freely, to the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five and rare black rhinos, this safari immerses you in the heart of Africa’s most iconic landscapes. Each day offers carefully planned activities including early morning and afternoon game drives, scenic drives between parks, and opportunities to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of Tanzania, all while keeping the experience budget-friendly yet unforgettable.

Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Pick up early from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi and drive to Tarangire National Park. Spend the day on game drives through the park, exploring areas known for its large elephant herds, seasonal migrations, and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park. In the late afternoon, drive to a nearby budget lodge or campsite in Mto wa Mbu or Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for the Serengeti National Park, driving through scenic landscapes and Maasai villages along the way. Arrive in the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive in the Seronera region, famous for predator sightings and the Great Migration (seasonal). Spend the night at a public campsite in Serengeti, enjoying the sounds of the African wilderness.

Day 3: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Start the day with an early morning game drive to catch predators during their active hours. After breakfast, continue exploring as you drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at viewpoints for panoramic crater views. Arrive at a campsite on the Ngorongoro rim for dinner and overnight stay, taking in the stunning landscape from above the crater.

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. Spot elephants, buffalo, lions, hippos, and possibly black rhinos while exploring this natural wonder. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool, then ascend the crater in the afternoon and drive back to Arusha, concluding your safari adventure.