Explore Arusha’s wild beauty — see wildebeest herds roam

4 Day Arusha National Park Safari

4 Day Arusha PN, Tarangire NP, Manyara NP & Ngorongoro Crater Safari

A 4-day safari to Arusha National Park, Tarangire, Lake Manyara National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater takes you through Tanzania’s iconic landscapes and wildlife. Begin in Arusha National Park, enjoying views of Mount Meru and spotting giraffes and monkeys. Then, explore Tarangire, known for its baobab trees and large elephant herds. Next, visit Lake Manyara to see tree-climbing lions and flocks of flamingos. Finally, end the safari at Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO site, with abundant wildlife, including lions, rhinos, and zebras, in a stunning caldera.

Highlight of Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha natioanal park

Day 2: Tarangire National Park

Day 3: Lake Manyara Natioan Park

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater

4-Day Arusha National Park Safari Adventure

Day 1 - Arusha to Arusha National Park

Today, your safari adventure begins! Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in or around Arusha between 8:00 and 8:30 AM and take you to the stunning Arusha National Park. Nestled at the base of Mount Meru, this scenic park offers a rich variety of habitats, from lush forests teeming with black-and-white colobus monkeys to lakes that often host flocks of flamingos. The park is a birdwatcher’s paradise and boasts breathtaking landscapes. After a short game drive, you'll embark on a peaceful walking tour, where you might spot giraffes, buffaloes, and other wildlife from a safe distance. Later, return to your camp or lodge to enjoy a delicious dinner, ending a perfect day in the wild.

Accommodation

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 2: Arusha National Park to Tarangire national park

We’ll start our day at 7:00 AM, departing from Arusha to Tarangire National Park with packed lunches. After a 2.5-hour drive, we’ll begin our game drives, exploring the park’s famous baobab trees and the Tarangire River, home to large elephant herds. Along the way, we may spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, and more. We’ll enjoy a scenic picnic lunch before continuing our game drives until around 5:00 PM. Then, we’ll return to your camp or lodge for a delicious dinner and a restful night before tomorrow’s adventure.

Accommodation

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

We’ll begin our day around 8:30 AM after breakfast, heading to Manyara National Park with packed lunches. The park gate is about a 30-minute drive away. Upon arrival, we’ll start our game drive, passing through lush forests of Acacia and Mahogany trees, setting the stage for an exciting adventure. The drive will last until around 5:00 PM, with a picnic lunch break. Keep an eye out for buffaloes, giraffes, impalas, baboons, and blue monkeys. Manyara is also known for its tree-climbing lions, though spotting them is a lucky treat. In the right season, the lake’s shoreline may turn pink from millions of flamingos. After our game drive, we’ll head back to your hotel in Arusha, aiming to arrive by 6:00 PM. Tour ends.

Day 4: lake manyara NP to Ngongoro Crater

On the last day of your safari, you'll head to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife. Descend into the crater, where you can spot the "Big Five" — lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards — along with zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of bird species. After a day of wildlife exploration, you'll journey back to Arusha, wrapping up your unforgettable safari adventure.

The Price includes

Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
Professional, English-speaking guide
Meals as per the itinerary
Bottled drinking water
Activities and transfers as outlined in the itinerary
All national park fees included

The price does not include

All items of a personal nature
Tips and gratuities for safari guide & lodge/camp staff
Travel Insurance
Accommodation at Arusha before/after the safari
Laundry services during the safari
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks & beverages