4 Day Private Camping Tour Tarangire Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

Overview

About this itinerary

Highlights

• Three iconic destinations in four days: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
• Tarangire's giant elephant herds and ancient baobab trees
• Big cat game drives in the Serengeti: lions, leopards and cheetahs
• Follow the Great Wildebeest Migration, depending on the season
• Game drive on the floor of Ngorongoro Crater, home of the endangered black rhino
• Private Land Cruiser, guide and your own safari cook

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Itinerary

4 Days / 3 Nights · day to day

Each day shows where you are, what you may see and do, where you sleep and the meals. Exact sightings depend on the season and on the animals.

1. Day 1

   Tarangire National Park

   

   Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, or after being picked up from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi, you will meet your professional safari guide and begin your Tanzania wildlife adventure. After a short introduction and safari briefing, drive towards Tarangire National Park, one of the most beautiful wildlife destinations in Northern Tanzania.

   Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive through the park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and beautiful savannah landscapes. Explore different wildlife areas in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes and numerous bird species. Your guide will share interesting information about the wildlife, animal behaviour and the unique ecosystem of Tarangire.

   Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, exit the park and proceed to your campsite for dinner and overnight. Relax and enjoy your first authentic camping experience surrounded by the African wilderness.

   Main destination

   Tarangire National ParkBest time: June to October, when wildlife gathers at the river

   Wildlife you may see

   ElephantGiraffeZebraWildebeestBuffaloLionBaobab treesBirdlife

   Activities

   Game drivePicnic lunch in the parkSafari briefingScenic drive

   Overnight

   Fanaka Lodge

   Meals

   LunchDinner

2. Day 2

   Tarangire area to Serengeti National Park: explore the endless plains

   

   After an early breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, travelling through the spectacular landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy views of the volcanic highlands, open grasslands and traditional Maasai communities. As you approach Serengeti, the scenery gradually transforms into endless golden plains dotted with acacia trees and rocky kopjes.

   Upon entering Serengeti National Park, begin your game drive through one of Africa's most famous wildlife destinations. Explore the endless plains in search of the African Big Five and magnificent predators, particularly lions, leopards and cheetahs. You may also encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas and many other species. Depending on your travel season, your guide will focus on areas with good opportunities to encounter the Great Wildebeest Migration.

   Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive, taking advantage of the photography opportunities and wildlife encounters. In the late afternoon, proceed to your campsite for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

   Main destination

   Serengeti National ParkBest time: Year-round; the herds move with the seasons

   Wildlife you may see

   LionLeopardCheetahElephantGiraffeZebraWildebeestSpotted hyenaBuffalo

   Activities

   Game drivePicnic lunch in the parkMaasai community and scenery

   Overnight

   Seronera Public Campsite

   Meals

   BreakfastLunchDinner

3. Day 3

   Serengeti National Park to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area

   

   Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before another wildlife adventure in Serengeti. Depending on wildlife activity and your departure schedule, enjoy a morning game drive to explore different areas of the park, with another opportunity to search for lions, leopards, cheetahs and elephants.

   Continue with a game drive as you gradually travel towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Depending on the season, your guide will select suitable wildlife-viewing areas along the route, with opportunities to observe migrating wildebeest and zebras. Enjoy a picnic lunch during the journey before continuing towards the Ngorongoro Highlands, where the landscape changes from open savannah plains to volcanic highlands.

   Arrive at your campsite in the Ngorongoro area during the afternoon. Settle in, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner from your safari cook, and relax as you prepare for the following day's crater experience. An early night is recommended.

   Main destination

   Serengeti National ParkBest time: Year-round; the herds move with the seasons

   Wildlife you may see

   LionLeopardCheetahElephantGiraffeZebraWildebeestSpotted hyenaBuffalo

   Activities

   Game drivePicnic lunch in the parkScenic drive

   Overnight

   Ngorongoro Simba A Campsite

   Meals

   BreakfastLunchDinner

4. Day 4

   Ngorongoro Crater game drive and departure

   

   After an early breakfast, depart for the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa's most remarkable natural wildlife destinations. Descend approximately 600 metres into the crater for a game drive across its beautiful landscape. The crater is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, making it one of the best places in Tanzania to search for the African Big Five.

   Explore the crater floor in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas and the endangered black rhino. Your guide will take you through different habitats, including open grasslands, woodland, swamps and lakes, with excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated picnic site surrounded by the crater scenery.

   In the afternoon, ascend the crater walls and begin your journey back to Arusha, Moshi, Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport, depending on your departure arrangements. Your guide and driver will ensure a comfortable transfer according to your flight schedule, bringing your four-day private camping safari to a conclusion.

   Main destination

   Ngorongoro Conservation AreaBest time: Year-round; driest from June to October

   Wildlife you may see

   LionElephantBuffaloHippoZebraWildebeestSpotted hyenaBlack rhino (rare)

   Activities

   Ngorongoro Crater game driveGame drivePicnic lunch in the parkBush flightTrekkingScenic drive

   Meals

   BreakfastLunch

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