4-Day Tanzania Safari: Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara

4-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari

Detailed Itinerary of 4-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari

Destinations: Lake Manyara | Ngorongoro Crater | Serengeti National Park

Trip Overview

This 4-day wildlife safari introduces you to three of Tanzania’s top national parks: Lake Manyara, the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, and the endless plains of the Serengeti. Perfect for travelers short on time but eager to witness the Big Five and experience diverse African landscapes.

Itinerary Summary

Day 1: Arrival – Lake Manyara Game Drive – Transfer to Ngorongoro
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater
Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
Day 4: Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport / Arusha / Moshi for Departure

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival – Lake Manyara – Transfer to Ngorongoro
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll be welcomed by your professional driver guide. After a safari briefing, begin your journey to Lake Manyara National Park, famed for its tree-climbing lions, large baboon troops, elephants, and birdlife such as flamingos and pelicans.

In the late afternoon, continue to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for dinner and overnight.

Overnight: Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best spots in Africa to view the Big Five. You’ll enjoy a full-day game drive across the crater floor with a picnic lunch. Possible sightings include rhinos, lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, and more.

Overnight: Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, head to the legendary Serengeti National Park, entering via Naabi Hill Gate. Spend the day exploring the Seronera Valley—famous for its predator sightings and part of the Great Migration corridor. Expect to see lions, cheetahs, giraffes, wildebeest, and more.

Overnight: Serengeti Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Serengeti – Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport / Arusha / Moshi
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before your return drive through Arusha or Moshi. Your guide will ensure you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport in time for your international flight or ongoing travel.

Meals: Breakfast