4-Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Mid-Range Safari

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Based on 1 Reviews

About this tour

This 4-day safari offers a compact yet immersive Tanzanian adventure, focusing on two of the region’s most iconic parks. Your journey begins with arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and a transfer to your Arusha hotel.

The core experience starts on Day 2 with a game drive in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large herds of elephants and ancient baobab trees. Day 3 is dedicated to a full-day exploration of the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within this natural amphitheater, you’ll search for the Big Five, including the rare black rhino, and see flamingos on Lake Makat.

Travel is in a private 4×4 vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing. The package includes specified meals, drinking water, and accommodations ranging from a hotel in Arusha to a lodge near the Ngorongoro conservation area. The trip concludes on Day 4 with a return drive to Arusha for your onward flight.

At Glance

Customization

This tour can be customized

Duration

4 Days

Minimum Age

3 years

Countries

Tanzania

Comfort Level

Mid-Range

Maximum Group Size

Any group size

Physical Level

Moderate

Best time

  • All year round

Best for

  • Adventure Travellers
  • Group Travellers

Getting There

  • This Tour starts in Arusha, Ends in Arusha
  • Your flight should arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

Trip Itinerary

Day 1:

Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania! Your adventure begins the moment you touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). You will be warmly greeted by your professional guide and assisted into a comfortable, pop-up roof 4×4 vehicle for your transfer to Arusha. This bustling city, nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, serves as the gateway to the Northern Circuit safari parks. Today is dedicated to settling in and acclimatizing after your journey. You’ll check into your hotel where you can relax and enjoy a delicious dinner. This evening offers a chance to meet your guide and discuss the exciting days ahead over a cup of coffee. Overnight in Arusha prepares you perfectly for an early start tomorrow, as you rest up for the deep cultural immersion that awaits at Lake Eyasi.

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 2: Tarangire

With boxed lunch, leave for Tarangire National Park.

Afternoon game drives in the park.

Tarangire National Park is famous for it’s huge herds of African elephants. Other animals available in the park are; buffalo, zebra, impalas and various species of birds. It is also dotted with huge baobab trees, the oldest believed to be more than 300 years old.

Later, drive out of the park and head to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Activities

  • Game Drive

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Beer, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater

Early breakfast at your camp.

With picnics, drive to Ngorongoro Crater game drives.

The Ngorongoro Crater floor holds good number of animals such as buffalos, elephants, black backed jackals, hyena and the rare rhinos. Lake Makat which is fed by the Munge River, is preferred by pink flamingos due to its alkaline water that favors the growth of algae.

Later, ascend out of the crater and proceed to your lodge.

Later, proceed to your lodge for dinner and accommodation.

Main Activities

  • Game Drive

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 4: Arusha

Breakfast at the lodge.

Thereafter, drive back to Arusha with picnics.

Later, proceed to the airport for your onward flight.

Main Activities

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch

Drinks

  • Coffee, Drinking water

Pricing

2026 Rates & Prices

April to May

Valid from 1 April, 2026 to 31 May, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

3 People

US $1,083

4 People

US $991

5 People

US $937

6 People

US $900
Single Room Supplement: USD $132

June to October

Valid from 1 June, 2026 to 31 December, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

3 People

US $1,307

4 People

US $1,203

5 People

US $1,141

6 People

US $1,099
Single Room Supplement: USD $207

November to 21st December

Valid from 1 November, 2026 to 21 December, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

3 People

US $1,220

4 People

US $1,116

5 People

US $1,054

6 People

US $1,012
Single Room Supplement: USD $167

22nd to 31st December

Valid from 22 December, 2026 to 31 December, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

3 People

US $1,307

4 People

US $1,203

5 People

US $1,141

6 People

US $1,099
Single Room Supplement: USD $207

Please note:

  • Prices are per person sharing (Ask a tour organizer for more price information)
  • Accommodations listed on this tours are subjected to availability, it may change depending on the time of booking
  • The price for this tour may also depends on government imposed charges. Please be in touch with the organizer of this tour at the moment of enquiring this tour.

Inclusions

Price Includes

  • A professional guide
  • All Accommodations
  • All activities
  • All meals
  • All taxes
  • All transport
  • Drinking water
  • Park Fees
  • Roundtrip airport transfer

Price Excludes

  • Additional Accommodation after Safari
  • Additional excursions
  • Alcoholic Drinks
  • Domestic Flights
  • International Flight
  • Medical & Travel Insurance
  • Personal Item expense
  • Pre-arrival accommodation
  • Souvenirs
  • Tips
  • Visa Fees

Payment Terms

THE BOOKING

  • Bookings and subsequent contracts are deemed to have been concluded by the Company’s physical address in Arusha, Tanzania, and shall be interpreted according to the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania.
  • The place of jurisdiction is Arusha, Tanzania.

DEPOSIT & PAYMENT

  • A 20% deposit is required to secure a booking. This deposit forms part of the payment for the trip and shall be offset to the total amount charged to the client.
  • After the initial 20% deposit is received, the balance payment should be made four (4) weeks prior to the arrival date.
  • Clients booking within four (4) weeks of tour departure are required to pay the full amount immediately to secure the reservation.
  •  All bank charges are to be settled by the client.

Cancellation Policy

Any trip cancellations must be sent in writing to the office that confirmed the reservation. Cancellations shall only be effective from the date of receipt of cancellation by the booking office. In case of a booking cancellation, the Company shall retain the full deposit.

If a booking is canceled, the penalties are as follows:

  • 30 days prior to arrival – 20% of the total invoice will be charged
  • 29 to 15 days prior to arrival – 50% of the total invoice will be charged
  • 14 to 7 days prior to arrival – 75% of the total invoice will be charged
  • Less than 7 days prior to arrival – 100% of the invoice will be levied

Additional Information

  • A vegetarian option is available; please let us know at the time of booking if you require it.
  • Children must be accompanied by their parents
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Customer Reviews

4.83/5
  • Excellent
1 Reviews

Value for money5.0 / 5

Guide5.0 / 5

Lodging5.0 / 5

Meals4.0 / 5

Transport5.0 / 5

Activities5.0 / 5

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