4 Days Northern Tanzania Budget Safari

4 Days 3 Nights

This 4-day budgeted Northern Tanzania safarioffers an exciting and affordable wildlife adventure focused on the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park. Ideal for travelers with limited time, this safari combines thrilling game drives, stunning landscapes, and budget-friendly lodge accommodations while giving you a full taste ofTanzania’s iconic wildlife.

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be met by your safari guide and transferred to a lodge in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you can explore the town or rest at the lodge in preparation for your safari. Dinner and overnight stay in Arusha.

Day 2: Arusha to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro
After an early breakfast, depart Arusha and drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to Serengeti National Park. You will enjoy scenic views of the highlands and the Ngorongoro Crater rim. Stop briefly for photographs and to admire the dramatic landscapes before continuing to the Serengeti. On arrival, embark on a short afternoon game drive to spot lions, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, and other wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at a budget-friendly lodge in the Serengeti.

Day 3: Full Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Tour
Begin the day with a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. The vast plains provide excellent opportunities to see predators in action as well as large herds of herbivores. After the morning safari, enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before departing for Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the crater for an afternoon game drive among one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. Spot the Big Five — lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos — as well as zebras, wildebeests, and hippos. After the game drive, ascend to the crater rim and head to a lodge near Ngorongoro for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Ngorongoro to Arusha and Departure
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning at your lodge or optional short visit to a Maasai village nearby. Begin your drive back to Arusha, passing through beautiful highlands and local villages. Arrive in Arusha in the afternoon for lunch and transfer to the airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your 4-day budget Northern Tanzania safari.

Tour Highlights

• Explore Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater

• Witness the Big Five in their natural habitats

• Enjoy budget-friendly lodge accommodations

• See breathtaking landscapes including savannas, volcanic highlands, and crater views

• Ideal for travelers seeking a short, affordable safari with maximum wildlife viewing

This 4-day Northern Tanzania safari provides an exciting, compact, and budget-friendly wildlife experience. It is perfect for travelers who want to experience the best of Serengeti and Ngorongoro in a short period while keeping costs manageable.