Duration: 4 Days
From: $1,785 USD per person
This short and sweet 4-day safari covers the highlights of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit. Perfect for those with limited time, you’ll experience world-class wildlife, stunning landscapes, and rich culture in just a few days. From the dramatic cliffs of Lake Manyara or the baobab-studded plains of Tarangire to the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater and iconic Serengeti, this safari delivers the best in a compact package.
You’ll be met in Arusha by your safari guide and begin your journey to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Maasai Steppe, followed by an afternoon game drive in the park, known for elephants, baobabs, and predator sightings.
Accommodation Options – Tarangire Area:
Comfort: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge
Mid-Range: Tarangire Simba Lodge
Luxury: Tarangire Sopa Lodge
Premium: Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge
Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera for a thrilling half-day game drive. Spot rhinos, lions, hippos, and flamingos in this unique ecosystem.
Accommodation Options – Karatu/Ngorongoro Area:
Comfort: Eileen’s Tree Inn
Mid-Range: Ngorongoro Farm House
Luxury: Gibbs Farm
Premium: Lemala Ngorongoro Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today, travel into the heart of the Serengeti. Enjoy a full-day game drive en route through the Central Serengeti (Seronera), home to some of Africa’s best predator sightings.
Accommodation Options – Serengeti (Central):
Comfort: Serengeti Halisi Camp
Mid-Range: Serengeti Tortilis Camp
Luxury: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Premium: Lemala Ewanjan Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Optional early morning game drive. After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight back to Arusha or onward to Zanzibar (flight not included).
Meals Included: Breakfast
Group Size | Budget | Budget/Mid-Range | Mid-Range |
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2–3 People | from $1,785 | Contact Us | Contact Us |
4+ People | Contact Us | Contact Us | Contact Us |
All prices are based on double/triple occupancy. Subject to change based
What’s Included
3 nights accommodation as per selected comfort level
Full-board meals during safari (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking guide
All park entry and crater fees
Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
All airport transfers
What’s Not Included
International and domestic flights
Optional flight from Serengeti to Arusha (available on request)
Travel insurance
Tips and personal expenses
Extra activities (e.g., hot air balloon safari)
Holiday season supplement (Dec 20 – Jan 5)
Visa fees
🧒 Child Discount: Available for children under 15
🗓️ Departure: Any day, private tour
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