4 days Tanzania safari
$2162
per personTanzania safari 4 days mid-range lodge safari in the wilderness with this Safari itinerary which will take you to the the beautiful Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti “The endless plain”
On this 4-day Tanzania safari Serengeti and Ngorongoro , you will see an abundance of animals in Tanzania’s most well-known parks. Witness herds of elephants on their daily parade in the Tarangire, lions stalking their next prey in the Serengeti, and a crater filled with a haven of African wildlife in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
What to Expect on a 4-Day Tanzania Safari
A 4-day Tanzania safari generally focuses on the highlights of the country’s most famous wildlife regions. The two main destinations you’ll likely visit are:
- Serengeti National Park: Famous for its annual wildebeest migration and large populations of big cats, the Serengeti offers some of the best wildlife viewing in the world.
- Ngorongoro Crater: Often referred to as the “Garden of Eden,” this UNESCO World Heritage site is a massive volcanic caldera that provides sanctuary for a wide variety of animals, including the endangered black rhino.
Some itineraries may also include a visit to Tarangire National Park, known for its large herds of elephants and impressive baobab trees, or Lake Manyara for bird watching and tree-climbing lions.
4-Day Tanzania Safari Packages
A typical 4-day safari itinerary will often look like this:
- Day 1: Arrival in Arusha and transfer to Serengeti National Park. Game drives in the Serengeti.
- Day 2: Full day of game drives in Serengeti, exploring the different ecosystems within the park.
- Day 3: Early morning departure for Ngorongoro Crater. Game drive in the crater before heading to your lodge for the night.
- Day 4: Optional morning game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, then return to Arusha or your next destination.
Factors That Influence the Cost of a 4-Day Tanzania Safari
The price of a 4-day safari in Tanzania can vary widely depending on several factors, including:
- Time of Year: The peak season (June to October) coincides with the Great Migration in the Serengeti, which can increase prices due to higher demand. The low season (April to May) sees lower prices but might also bring more rain.
- Accommodation Style: Safari lodges and tented camps range from budget options to luxury camps with private plunge pools and gourmet dining. Luxury accommodations naturally drive the cost higher.
- Group Size: Private safaris are more expensive compared to group tours. If you’re traveling with a group, you can often get a discount on the overall price.
- Inclusions: Some safari packages include additional services, such as a guide, park fees, meals, and drinks, while others might have these as optional extras.
- Transport: The type of vehicle used also impacts the price. Customized 4×4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs for game viewing tend to be more expensive, especially for private tours.
Price Range for a 4-Day Tanzania Safari
On average, a 4-day Tanzania safari package can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $4,000 per person, depending on the level of luxury and inclusions. Here’s a general breakdown of what you might expect:
- Budget Safari: $1,500 – $2,500 per person
- Staying in basic lodges or campsites, using shared transport and group game drives.
- Mid-Range Safari: $2,500 – $3,500 per person
- Staying in comfortable lodges or tented camps, with a mix of private and shared transport.
- Luxury Safari: $3,500 – $4,500+ per person
- Staying in high-end lodges or luxury tented camps, private game drives, and premium services.
These prices generally cover accommodation, meals, transportation, park fees, and a professional guide. Optional activities such as hot air balloon rides in the Serengeti or a visit to a Maasai village would cost extra.
Best Time to Book a 4-Day Safari
The ideal time to visit Tanzania for a safari depends on your preferences:
- For the Great Migration: The best time to visit the Serengeti is between June and October when the migration is at its peak, and wildlife viewing is at its best.
- For Lower Prices: The green season from April to May sees fewer tourists and lower prices, but the chances of rain are higher. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly option and don’t mind a few showers, this can be an excellent time to visit.
- For Bird Watching: If you are a bird enthusiast, the wet season (November to April) is ideal as migratory birds flock to the parks.
Group price/person
2 Pax+ $2162
                 DURATION: 5 DAYS
PLACES TO VISIT: TARANGIRE, SERENGETI, NGORONGORO CRATER.
Highlights:
- Game Drives sessions
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Transfer from & to the airport
- Nights’ Lodge accommodation
- 4 Days mid-range lodge Safari Activity
- Visit Tarangire,Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater
Tour Includes:
- Lodge safari according to the itinerary
- Private Jeep 4×4 equipped with refrigerator, portable charging stations and pop-up roof
- Unlimited mileage game drive
- Professional, English-speaking guide
- Overnight stays in Lodges & Tented Camps
- Meals according to the itinerary
- Mineral water on all days
- All mentioned activities
- All park entrances fees
- All government taxes
Tour Exclude:
- Flights ( International)
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Tips for safari guide
- Personal expenses in nature such as money for souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees etc.
- Visa fees ( 100 USD for American and 50 USD for non-American)
- Immunization documents ( yellow fever recommended for visa processing on arrivals)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and /or park fees
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DepartureKilimanjaro Int. Airport
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire national park - Karatu
Distance: 140 km
You will be picked up at your hotel in Moshi/Arusha at 07:00hrs and transferred to the Tarangire National Park to start off your game viewing experience in this magnificent park which is famous for its large collection of baobab trees, spectacular large mammal population and variety of bird species, not to mention one of the largest concentration of elephants in the country.
After your tour around the park, you will be transferred to your lodge in Karatu where you will be spending the night.
- Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2: Karatu - Serengeti National Park
Distance: 205km
After breakfast we head towards the Serengeti National Park, via the beautiful high lying farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the highlands behind, we descend into the heart of wild Africa – the Serengeti National Park – with its endless plains, rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see. We head to the central park area, known as the Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park, featuring the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species. We arrive in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti national park.
After your tour around the park, you will be transferred to your lodge where you will be spending the night.
- Overnight at Moyo Tented Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 3: Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Distance: 145 km
Dawn is a good time to watch wildlife and so you will be up early to join an early morning game drive. You will return to the camp for breakfast before heading out for another game drive in the park. Here in the Seronera region you will often see wildebeests and zebras in close proximity of lions and other predators such as leopards and cheetahs. After a picnic lunch you will continue your journey towards the Ngorongoro conservation for overnight.
- Overnight at Rhino Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 4: Ngorongoro crater – Moshi/Airport
Distance: 273 km
After an early breakfast you will drive down the steep and narrow road that takes you into the crater. The slopes are forested but soon the landscape changes to savannah. Here the wildlife is just breath-taking and with a little luck you can observe the Big Five – lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard – in just a few hours. You should also see warthogs, wildebeests, zebras, hippos and some of the more than 500 bird species of the area. After a morning dedicated to game viewing and a picnic lunch, you will leave the crater in the early afternoon to drive back to Moshi, where you will arrive in the early evening.
- Overnight at Panama Garden Resorts
- Meals:Â Breakfast & Lunch included