4-Day Group Tour to Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro

Overview

This safari takes you to Tarangire National Park for a whole day. You will spend almost 2 days in the Serengeti and 6 hours on a crater tour in Ngorongoro. The safari takes you around the best places in Tanzania; the Ngorongoro Crater which is also known as the "Garden of Eden", Serengeti National Park, the home of wildlife, and the home of elephants in Tarangire National Park.

Accomodation

Budget camping
Meals

All Meals Included
Tour Availability

Suitable for single travelers
Meeting Point

Arusha, Tanzania

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Itinerary

Day 01 :

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After an early breakfast, depart to Tarangire for a full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park with a picnic lunch. Herds of up to 300 elephants scrape the waterless riverbed for alternative streams, while nomadic wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest, and eland mass the decreased lagoons. This national park holds migrants during the dry season and is a welcoming home to elephants. We have dinner and our overnight stay at Lilac Campsite.

Day 02 :

Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, our driver-guide will drive you from the camp to Serengeti National Park. Set out for the endless open plains and stunning skies of the Serengeti. Enjoy the four-hour game drive and later go on a late-evening game drive. Dinner and overnight will be at Seronera Campsite.

Day 03 :

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro

Awake early morning for a game drive in Serengeti National Park where you may see wildebeest, lion, elephant, leopard, impala, gazelle, cheetah, and maybe the wildebeest migration. Enjoy brunch and pack your luggage to proceed to Ngorongoro. You will be doing an en-route game drive from Serengeti to Ngorongoro, arriving late in the evening. Arrive at the Ngorongoro Simba Campsite located on the crater rim for dinner and overnight.

Day 04 :

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha Hotel

After an early breakfast, proceed directly to the crater floor for a six-hour game-watching drive inside the crater. Look for the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and maybe a black rhino). Have your picnic lunch in the crater at the Ngoitoktok Spring where you will also see other big mammals including hippopotami, giraffes, warthogs, baboons, and birds. After about 6 hours, ascend the crater rim and head to Arusha with an en-route game drive via Mto wa Mbu village. In the evening, we will drop you off at your hotel in Arusha or the airport.

Includes

Park fees
(For non-residents)
All activities
(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation
(Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation
(Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water
(On all days)
Sleeping bag

Excludes

International flights
(From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Bath towels
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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Jingying Liu

Wonderful Tanzania wildlife experiences Our safari experience in Tanzania was absolutely exceptional from beginning to end. Every detail of the trip was perfectly organized, and the entire journey exceeded our expectations. We booked with Tanzania Adaptive Company based on a recommendation from our friends, and we are truly grateful we did. A special mention goes to Meshack, who took outstanding care of us throughout the safari. His professionalism, punctuality, and attention to detail were remarkable. Everything was seamlessly arranged, allowing us to relax and fully enjoy the experience. Thanks to his expertise and dedication, we were incredibly fortunate to witness the Big Five — a moment so powerful and emotional that it brought tears of joy to my eyes. What made the experience even more memorable was the thoughtful gift Meshack presented to us after the safari as a token of appreciation for booking with the company. Such a personal and generous gesture truly reflects the warmth and hospitality of the team. We sincerely hope Meshack reads this review because he made our journey unforgettable. We will always remember this incredible adventure and the care we received. We highly recommend Tanzania Adaptive Company to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania. They deliver a truly professional, well-organized, and unforgettable experience — and they will not disappoint.

Hamida S

A trip to Tarangire national park We had an unforgettable trip experience where we saw everything in Tarangire National Park. The wildlife was absolutely amazing! During our safari, we enjoyed a delicious lunch box along with complimentary drinks. Everything was perfectly arranged, and we truly enjoyed every moment of the trip.”

Magdalena J

OUR LIFETIME SAFARI ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review by Diana Our safari was absolutely wonderful and exceeded all our expectations. The entire trip was perfectly arranged, allowing us to relax and enjoy nature without worrying about anything. We visited several stunning parks, saw lions, elephants, giraffes, and so much more. Every day brought new adventures and unforgettable moments. The accommodations, vehicle, and overall service were excellent. Our guide Emanuel was fantastic — very professional, kind, and passionate about his work. He made sure we had the best wildlife sightings and always made us feel safe and comfortable throughout the journey. This was one of the best travel experiences we have ever had, and we would gladly recommend this safari to anyone dreaming of visiting Tanzania. Thank you for such beautiful memories! ✨

Anavi

Professional We had an absolutely wonderful and unforgettable experience, and we would like to especially thank Misheck and Emanuel for their amazing work. Misheck managed the entire organization of the trip in a very professional way. Everything was perfectly arranged, and he was always present, attentive, and supportive. He truly acted like a manager of the whole journey, making sure that everything ran smoothly from beginning to end. His professionalism and calm coordination made us feel very comfortable and well taken care of throughout the entire trip. Our driver and travel guide Emanuel was excellent. He is clearly a very experienced and skilled driver who knows the conditions extremely well. During one drive we had a tire puncture, which is something that can normally happen due to the terrain. Emanuel handled the situation calmly and professionally and changed the tire within about 15 minutes. This showed his experience and competence. In addition, Emanuel has extensive knowledge about wildlife and nature. He explained many things about the animals and their behavior, which made the experience even more interesting and educational. He has also an academic background. Safety was also something we truly appreciated. Seat belts were fully functional, and we were able to fasten them properly at all times — which is very important. The vehicle was also equipped with a first-aid kit, which gave us an additional sense of security. This level of safety awareness means a lot. We would always recommend guests to check seat belts properly and stay safely seated — and remain buckeld - also in the parks and everywhere else — as this saves lives.- Take really care about that- PLEASE!!! ( I have experience and I know about what I am talking about) Of course, the guys were always buckled too — everybody was. If, for example, your driver is not buckled, then in the case of an accident, he cannot control the car properly anymore, and every life should be protected. If someone in the car is not buckled, then this person and everybody can get into trouble, and then of course lives are not safe. We also appreciated the respect for nature and environmental awareness shown throughout the trip. It was clear that the team values conservation and responsible tourism. A very kind and personal touch was the beautiful personalized bottles with our names that we received as a gift — such a thoughtful gesture that made the experience even more special. Thank you very much again for this unforgettable journey and many greetings from Germany. And we would also like to mention that the team recommended that we stay at the accommodation Hillside Retreat. This place belongs to a non-governmental organization for social work and humanitarian aid within the local community. What we especially appreciated is that even by simply staying there, guests already support the people on site and their ongoing work. Guests also have the opportunity to visit some of their community projects, such as an orphanage, a tailoring house, local schools, the nearby market, etc. This offers a meaningful insight into everyday life and allows visitors to better understand how tourism can positively contribute to the local community. It is a beautiful concept that combines hospitality with genuine social impact. Hillside Retreat belongs to the NGO Africa Amini Alama, or Africa Amini Life. Please read more about this beautiful synergy — source: Africa Amini Life https://share.google/d3QnZMoLtUU0Hzf1F The organization operates not only Hillside Retreat but also other accommodations connected to their social initiatives, giving travelers different options while still supporting the same meaningful work. We would highly recommend you to stay minimum 2 or 3 nights there. We would also like to emphasize that there are many opportunities to support their work, for example by donation, by bringing printed educational materials or learning papers, which can be very useful for the children, as well as school supplies or clothing. We recommend avoiding plastic packaging at all and removing labels before arrival in the country in order to help prevent unnecessary waste. (It is also better to give pencils rather than ballpoint pens.) There is also an opportunity to bring presents for school children from the ethnic groups visited, or for school children you may meet along the way, but it is important to make sure that giving is done responsibly and respectfully. Thank you very much again for this unforgettable journey and many greetings from Germany. Antoine & Ivana

Stephen S

A wonderful trip to Tarangire Good experience,fair admission fee and excellent staff. Really enjoyable. I highly reccomend Tanzania Adaptive Safaris

Hawa H

Fantastic trip An unforgettable trip experience where we saw everything we wanted and more . Our guide Misheck arranged everything incredibly well. My friends and i had a special moment at Tarangire national park that never happened. A huge thank you to Mr. Misheck and Tanzania Adaptive Safaris for organizising our trip. See you on next trip!🙏

Heidi G

Very nice property Mother Daughter 10 night stay here did not disappoint. This property is in the village of Kisongo just outside of Arusha. The property is beautiful with stunning gardens and beautiful birds. Our room was very nice and comfortable and the staff was very accommodating. They are in the process of building a pool which will be a nice addition. They lodge has a daily food menu, you can choose from but will accommodate you if you have dietary issues. The common area is very spacious with plenty of areas you can relax and there is a separate bar with tables and chairs. We are regulars to this area because we sponsor children at a school in Kisongo and we volunteer our time at the school. We plan to return to Kutoka Lodge in the future. Thank you for a amazing visit Asante Sana

Anitha M

A Truly Remarkable Experience with Tanzania Adaptive Safaris! I recently went on a safari with Tanzania Adaptive Safaris, and it was an unforgettable experience! From start to finish, the team was incredibly accommodating, ensuring that every detail was tailored to my needs. The guides were knowledgeable, passionate about wildlife, and skilled in navigating Tanzania’s beautiful landscapes.

Salome P

Professional, excellent service. Friendly, great value I highly recommend this company. Great communication throughout. Before, and during trip. Fantastic value and service. Lovely, friendly and helpful staff. We were not disappointed in any way and our guide was very efficient and gave us the best possible safari.

Nikolaos112

Trip of a lifetime What an incredible trip with Tanzania Adaptive Safaris. We did a day in Manyara National park, two days in the Serengeti and a day in the Ngorongoro crater, we saw so much. It was seamless from start to finish. Meshaki our driver was just amazing, he picked us up from the airport, was with us the whole time till he dropped us back at the airport. Meshaki knowledge was incredible, he looked after us so well, we felt completely safe with him, he was friendly, funny, kind professional and just all round brilliant, thank you soooooo much Meshaki for making our safari the trip of a lifetime!

4-Day Group Tour to Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro

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