4 Days Tanzania Short Safari Tour

Package Overview

This 4-day "Short Safari" package by Tanzania Footprints Adventures is an excellent choice for travelers who want to experience the highlights of the Northern Safari Circuit but have limited time. The itinerary is a classic loop that efficiently covers some of Tanzania's most famous and game-rich national parks: Tarangire, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater. This trip is designed to maximize your time for game viewing and to provide a diverse experience, from the baobab-studded landscapes of Tarangire to the endless plains of the Serengeti and the unique caldera ecosystem of Ngorongoro.

Highlights
Full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephants.
Extensive game drives in the Serengeti, a prime location for the Great Migration and predators.
Descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site and natural wonder.
High probability of spotting the "Big Five" (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino).
Witnessing a diverse range of landscapes and ecosystems in a short period.
Opportunity to see a Maasai village (optional).

Other Important Tour Information
Pricing: The cost of a 4-day short safari package can range significantly based on the level of accommodation and the number of travelers. Expect prices from approximately $800 to over $2,500 USD per person.
Budget (Camping): $800 - $1,200 USD per person.
Mid-Range (Lodge/Tented Camp): $1,200 - $1,800 USD per person.
Luxury (Lodge/Tented Camp): $2,000 - $2,500+ USD per person.
Starting Point: This safari package typically begins and ends in Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania's Northern Safari Circuit.
Vehicle: A comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof will be used for all game drives and transfers.
Meals: All meals are included while on safari (full board), but drinks and alcoholic beverages are often excluded.
Customization: While this is a standard itinerary, it can be customized to include other activities or different parks like Lake Manyara.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arusha to Tarangire National Park

  Your safari adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Arusha. You will drive to Tarangire National Park, a journey of about 2.5 hours. Tarangire is known for its iconic baobab trees and large elephant herds, which are often seen congregating around the Tarangire River. You will spend the day on a game drive, with a picnic lunch in the park, searching for lions, leopards, giraffes, and a wide variety of bird species. In the late afternoon, you will drive to your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

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• Day 2 : Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

  After an early breakfast, you will depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The drive is a full experience in itself, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with its stunning landscapes and occasional wildlife sightings. Upon arrival in the Serengeti, you will immediately begin a game drive en-route to your camp. The afternoon will be dedicated to exploring the vast plains, famous for the Great Migration (seasonal) and a high concentration of predators. You will arrive at your accommodation in the central Serengeti for dinner and an overnight stay.

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• Day 3 : Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

  Rise before dawn for a sunrise game drive, the best time to see predators on the hunt and for exceptional photographic opportunities. After a final game drive and a hot lunch, you will begin your journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive takes you up into the highlands, where you will stay at a lodge or campsite on the crater rim. The evening is yours to relax, enjoy the incredible panoramic views of the caldera below, and prepare for the next day's adventure.

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• Day 4 : Ngorongoro Crater Tour and Departure

  This morning, you will descend 600 meters to the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a true natural wonder. You will spend the day on a game drive in this self-contained ecosystem, which is home to an incredible density of wildlife. This is your best chance to spot the "Big Five" and a huge number of other animals, including hippos and flamingos at the soda lake. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, you will ascend the crater walls and begin your drive back to Arusha, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your onward flight.

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Inclusions

• Hotel
• Transportation
• Professional Guide
• Park Fees
• Accommodation
• Meals
• Water
• All government taxes and levies.

Exclusions

• International Flights
• Visa Fees
• Travel Insurance
• Tips and Gratuities
• Personal Expenses
• Beverages
• Optional Activities

Package Start From

• Arusha, Tanzania, Africa

Terms & Conditions

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