4 Days
Age 4+
All Month
Availability 10
Introduction
Experience the best of Tanzania’s world-famous Northern Circuit in just four unforgettable
days. This 4-Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari with Africa Moja
Tours & Safaris is perfect for travellers short on time but eager to witness incredible
wildlife, diverse landscapes, and the iconic Big Five.
From Tarangire’s elephant-filled plains to Serengeti’s endless savannahs and the dramatic
Ngorongoro Crater, this safari blends adventure, comfort, and breathtaking views into a
compact yet powerful Tanzania safari experience.
Tour Highlights
- Explore three iconic Northern Circuit parks
- Tarangire elephant herds & baobabs
- Serengeti plains and year-round predator sightings
- Full Ngorongoro Crater tour with Big Five potential
- Comfortable mid-range or luxury lodge options
- Daily meals & professional guides
- Perfect short safari for first-time travellers
Itinerary
- Day 1 – Arusha to Tarangire National Park
- Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport. Drive to
Tarangire National Park, famed for its massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and
large concentrations of wildlife along the Tarangire River. - Enjoy a full-day game drive with sightings of lions, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, buffalo, and
diverse birdlife. Tarangire is especially beautiful during the dry season when animals flock to
the river. - Overnight: Tarangire Safari Lodge / Marera Valley Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 2 – Serengeti National Park
- After breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands into the world-renowned Serengeti
National Park. Enjoy game viewing en route as the ecosystems shift from forests and
mountains to vast golden plains. - The Serengeti is home to:
- Large lion prides
- Cheetahs & leopards
- Elephants
- Hyenas & jackals
- Massive herds of zebras & wildebeest
- The world-famous Great Migration (seasonal)
- Arrive at your tented camp or lodge for sunset and dinner under the African sky.
- Overnight: Serengeti Serena Lodge / Sound of Silence Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 3 – Serengeti Morning Safari & Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Start your day with a sunrise safari—one of the best times to spot predators returning from a
night’s hunt. - After breakfast, continue game driving through the Serengeti as you travel toward the
Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Optional stop at Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most
important archaeological sites. - Arrive at your crater-rim lodge for breathtaking views overlooking one of Africa’s natural
wonders. - Overnight: Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge / Lions Paw Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 4 – Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha
- Descend 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, often called the Eden of Africa
due to its dense wildlife population. - Expect sightings of:
- Black rhinos
- Lions (including black-maned males)
- Hippos & buffalos
- Elephants
- Hyenas & jackals
- Flamingos & other water birds
- Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool before ascending the crater walls and returning to
Arusha.
Departure Location
Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport.
Departure Time
07:00
Return Location
Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mid-range lodges or tented camps with en-suite rooms. Upgrades available.
Yes—these parks have excellent Big Five viewing chances.
Daily game drives last 5–8 hours depending on sightings and preferences.
Yes—Serengeti flights are available on request.
Absolutely. Many families choose this tour.
June–October and December–March for best wildlife viewing.
Yes—this safari combines perfectly with a Zanzibar beach holiday.