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Private safari journey · Tanzania

4-Day Luxury Safari in Tanzania: Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

Enjoy a sunset game drive in Central Serengeti, then descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in search of wildlife.

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Duration
4 days
5 stops
Stays
3 stays
Guide price
From US$2,094
per person
Best for
Luxury tour
Private tour

The journey

Journey overview

Embark on a luxurious 4-day, 3-night safari through Tanzania, exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Enjoy a private tour led by an experienced guide, traveling in a well-equipped safari Jeep complete with charging sockets and a fridge for your comfort. Unlimited drinking water will be provided throughout your journey, ensuring you remain refreshed and comfortable as you experience Tanzania’s remarkable wildlife and scenery.

  • Activities: game drives
  • Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle International flights are booked separately A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Luxury tour
  • Private tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Not for solo travelers
  • Minimum age of 3 years

Availability

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

Route

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Day by day

Your itinerary

01Day 1

Day 1

Arusha/JRO Airport – Tarangire

Program of the day: Upon arrival at Arusha or Kilimanjaro (JRO) Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by our tour guide with a packed lunch. We’ll then drive to Tarangire National Park for an exciting game drive. Be sure to look out for large herds of elephants and the park’s iconic baobab trees. After the game drive, you’ll head to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Tarangire National Park is famous for its impressive elephant populations and towering baobab trees. During your exploration, you may also spot a variety of wildlife, including zebras, impalas, lions, cheetahs, and leopards, all living freely in their natural environment.
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
02Day 2

Day 2

Karatu – Central Serengeti

Program of the day: After breakfast, we’ll head to Central Serengeti for an exciting game drive. We’ll start by registering at Naabi Hill Gate before exploring the park. You’ll have the chance to spot the Big Five and many other animals. The day will end with a beautiful sunset game drive, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge. Central Serengeti, also known as the Seronera area, is the heart of Serengeti National Park. It’s home to abundant wildlife, including lions, leopards, and elephants, and is famous for predator sightings. This area also plays a key role in the great migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras pass through every year.
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
03Day 3

Day 3

Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

Program of the day: After breakfast, we’ll set off for an exciting game drive at Ngorongoro Crater. Descending into the crater, you’ll have the chance to see the Big Five and many other fascinating animals. After the game drive, we’ll return to your lodge for an overnight stay. Ngorongoro Crater, often called “Africa’s Garden of Eden”, is a remarkable natural wonder in northern Tanzania. This vast crater was formed over 2.5 million years ago when a massive volcano about the size of Mount Kilimanjaro erupted and collapsed.
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
04Day 4

Day 4

Lake Manyara – Ark/JRO Airport

Program of the day: After breakfast, we’ll head to Lake Manyara National Park for a scenic game drive. Keep an eye out for the famous tree-climbing lions, large herds of elephants, and the colorful birdlife around the lake. In the afternoon, we’ll finish the drive and transfer you to Arusha Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable safari adventure. Lake Manyara is a shallow, alkaline lake in northern Tanzania, known for its stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. The park features lush forests, open plains, and natural hot springs. It is especially famous for its large flamingo flocks and unique tree-climbing lions. The size of the lake changes with seasonal rainfall.
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Stays

Where you will stay

Accommodation is subject to confirmation for your dates.

What’s included

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Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  3. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  4. A professional driver/guide
  5. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  6. All Taxes/VAT
  7. Roundtrip airport transfer
  8. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  9. Drinking water (On all days)

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

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From

US$2,094

per person

Guide price

US$2,094 per person

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3 stays

3 nights across 4 days.

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Listing updated

28 Aug 2026

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