- Tour Duration: 4 Days 3 Nights
- Starting From: Arusha
- Safari Type: Budget Safari, Mid-Range Safari, Luxury Safari
Overview
Day by day
Rates
Inclusions
Overview
Experience the best of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit on this 4 days Tanzania safari, covering Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park.
This adventure offers breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and a chance to see the Big Five. Accommodations are available in mid-range, comfort, and premium options.
Day by day
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
- Arrive in Arusha, the safari capital of Tanzania.
- Meet and greet with your safari guide.
- Transfer to your hotel for relaxation and safari briefing.
- Overnight stay at your selected accommodation in Arusha.
Accommodation Options:
- Mid-range: Forest Hill, Planet Lodge, African Amin Maasai, Tulia.
- Comfort: River Trees, African Tulip.
- Premium: Grand Melia, Mount Meru, Four Points.
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
- Depart after breakfast for Tarangire National Park (approx. 2 hours).
- Full-day game drive exploring the park’s diverse landscapes and wildlife.
- Spot large elephant herds, lions, giraffes, zebras, and various bird species.
- Picnic lunch at a scenic site inside the park.
- Evening transfer to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Attractions & What to Expect:
- Baobab Trees & Diverse Landscapes: Unique scenery with acacia woodlands, swamps, and open plains.
- Wildlife Sightings: Home to large elephant herds, big cats, wildebeests, and African wild dogs.
- Bird Watching: Over 500 bird species, including ostriches, hornbills, and eagles.
Accommodation Options:
- Mid-range: Sangaiwe, Tarangire Simba, Burunge Tented Camp.
- Comfort: Tarangire Safari Lodge, Baobab (TWC).
- Premium: Oliver’s, Mpingo Ridge, Maramboi.
Day 3: Tarangire – Ngorongoro Crater
- Early breakfast and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (approx. 3 hours).
- Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive.
- Spot the ‘Big Five’—lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard.
- Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool.
- Late afternoon ascent and transfer to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.
Attractions & What to Expect:
- Crater Landscape: A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most scenic wildlife areas.
- Big Five Sightings: One of the best places to see lions, rhinos, elephants, buffalo, and leopards.
- Flamingos & Hippos: Beautiful flamingo-covered lakes and hippo pools.
Accommodation Options:
- Mid-range: Farm of Dream, Baghayo, Ngorongoro Marera Valley.
- Comfort: Farm House, Throma, Ngorongoro Marera Valley.
- Premium: Manyara Secret, Acacia Farm, Kitela, The Retreat, Neptune, Oldean Escarpment.
Day 4: Ngorongoro – Lake Manyara – Airport
- Early breakfast and drive to Lake Manyara National Park (approx. 1.5 hours).
- Game drive in search of tree-climbing lions, elephants, and hippos.
- Visit the famous hot springs and the groundwater forest.
- Picnic lunch inside the park.
- Afternoon transfer back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for departure.
Attractions & What to Expect:
- Tree-Climbing Lions: Unique behavior found in Manyara’s lions.
- Lake & Birdlife: Thousands of flamingos and diverse bird species.
- Hippos & Primates: Hippos in the lake and large groups of baboons in the forests.
Rates
Pricing (Per Person in USD)
| Number of People | Mid-range | Comfort | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | $716 | $761 | $1,465 |
| 2 Pax | $585 | $690 | $1,081 |
| 3 Pax | $485 | $607 | $864 |
| 4 Pax | $425 | $575 | $813 |
| 5 Pax | $393 | $566 | – |
| 6 Pax | $373 | $550 | – |
| 7 Pax | $358 | $445 | – |
Inclusions
Inclusions & Exclusions
| Included | Not Included |
|---|---|
| Park entry fees | International flights |
| Game drives in a 4×4 safari vehicle | Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, etc.) |
| Professional English-speaking guide | Tips and gratuities |
| Full-board accommodations based on package selection | Travel insurance |
| Bottled drinking water | |
| Airport transfers |
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