This 4-day safari is crafted for travelers who want to experience the very best of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit in a compact yet deeply immersive adventure. Covering Tarangire National Park, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater, this journey highlights Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes, wildlife encounters, and world-class photographic moments. From Tarangire’s vast baobab plains filled with massive elephant herds, to the endless Serengeti savannahs where predators and grazers roam freely, and finally the breathtaking natural amphitheater of Ngorongoro, each day offers a distinctive and unforgettable safari experience.
Your adventure begins in Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and wildlife that gathers along the life-giving Tarangire River. You then continue into the legendary Serengeti National Park, home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, wildebeest, and countless other species across its sweeping golden plains. The journey concludes at the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s richest wildlife sanctuaries and one of the few places where all of the Big Five can be seen in a single day.
With expert safari guides, well-equipped 4×4 vehicles, and carefully selected accommodation, this itinerary is ideal for honeymooners, families, couples, and adventure seekers looking for an authentic, comfortable, and breathtaking African safari with Savanna Legacy Safaris.
Depart early from Arusha and journey to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds and iconic ancient baobab trees. Begin your morning game drive across the park’s sweeping savannahs, lush river valleys, and wooded landscapes, home to giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, and an impressive variety of birdlife.
After enjoying a picturesque picnic lunch, continue with an afternoon game drive as you explore Tarangire’s riverine habitats in search of lions, leopards, and other predators that thrive in this rich ecosystem. Later in the day, proceed to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge, where you’ll unwind in the peaceful and cool highland atmosphere.
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After breakfast, drive towards the Serengeti National Park, passing through the picturesque Ngorongoro Highlands. Upon entering the Serengeti, begin your afternoon game drive in one of the world’s most famous wildlife destinations. Lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest roam freely across the golden plains.
As the sun sets over the endless savannah, check in at your lodge or tented camp, where you can relax and prepare for a full day of exploration in the Serengeti.
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Begin your day early with a full-day game drive in the Serengeti National Park, maximizing your chances of witnessing predators on the hunt and herds of herbivores grazing across the vast plains. Explore diverse regions of the park, including the iconic Seronera Valley, renowned for its abundant wildlife and frequent big-cat sightings.
In the late afternoon, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy a scenic drive through the highlands as the landscape transitions from sweeping open plains to lush crater rim forests. Arrive at your lodge near the crater rim or in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay, preparing for another remarkable day ahead.
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Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive. This extraordinary volcanic caldera—often called the Eighth Wonder of the World—hosts more than 25,000 animals, including the rare and endangered black rhino. Experience unmatched wildlife viewing as you encounter lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, flamingos, hippos, and many other species concentrated within this remarkable ecosystem.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot on the crater floor before ascending the towering crater walls and beginning your return journey to Arusha. Your 4-day safari with Savanna Legacy Safaris concludes with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s iconic wildlife, dramatic landscapes, and extraordinary natural wonders.
Accommodation on the final day of the tour is not included in the standard package. Clients who wish to stay overnight can request arrangements in advance. Additional charges may apply depending on the chosen hotel or lodge, availability, and room type. We recommend booking early to secure preferred accommodations and ensure a smooth end to your safari experience.
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