4-Day Budget Tanzania Safari Package: Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire Small Group Safari

4 Days Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti Wildlife Safari 5.0/5 from 9 reviews

Overview

This 4-day budget itinerary runs through the safari gateway town of Arusha, where most Northern Circuit trips begin and end; Tarangire, where dry-season elephant concentrations along the river rival anywhere else in East Africa; Lake Manyara National Park, known for tree-climbing lions and flamingo flocks along its soda lake shoreline; and Ngorongoro Crater, whose crater floor supports dense wildlife including one of Tanzania's few remaining black rhino populations.

Accommodation throughout is budget camping or basic guesthouse-style accommodation, with a shared 4x4 safari vehicle and driver-guide. This tier is for travelers who want the full safari circuit at the lowest realistic price point, without sacrificing a qualified guide or the core game drives.

Vehicles on this departure are capped at a small number of guests, so you're not sharing game drives and sightlines with a full busload of other travelers.
Route (animated from the day-by-day itinerary)
ArushaStart
ArushaDay 1
Tarangire National ParkDay 2
Lake Manyara National ParkDay 3
Ngorongoro CraterDay 4
Ngorongoro CraterEnd
Tour Features
Budget Private SafariAccommodation and service level according to this package.
Can be customizedYou can request changes to this tour.
Private tourOrganized for you and your group.
Can start any daySubject to availability.
Minimum ageAll ages welcome, children should travel with adul
Start / EndArusha to Ngorongoro Crater
Activities & Transportation
Game drives
Wildlife viewing
Photography
Bird watching
Bush breakfast
Shared 4x4 safari vehicle or budget safari vehicle with professional guide
Accommodation & Meals
AccommodationBudget camping or basic guesthouse-style accommodation throughout the 4-day safari. Meals are simple and hearty, usually prepared at camp or at included guesthouses. The exact meal plan for each day is set out in the itinerary, with full board on all days spent inside the parks.
MealsMeals are provided according to the itinerary and package inclusions.
Next: Day by Day

Day by Day (4 days)

Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Arusha

Meet your guide and begin the journey toward Arusha. After a briefing about the route, timing, safety and expectations, enjoy the first day of travel with scenic views, local life and a relaxed introduction to the itinerary.

Main Destination: Arusha
Best Time To VisitJune to October
High SeasonJune to October
Best WeatherJune to October
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Accommodation:
Budget lodge, basic tented camp or public campsite near Arusha

Meals & Drinks:
Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Explore Tarangire National Park

Explore Tarangire National Park with your professional safari guide. The day may include game drives, wildlife viewing, picnic lunch, photography stops, scenic viewpoints and destination highlights depending on wildlife movement and season.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Best Time To VisitJune to October
High SeasonJune to October
Best WeatherJune to October
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Accommodation:
Budget lodge, basic tented camp or public campsite near Tarangire National Park

Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Explore Lake Manyara National Park

Explore Lake Manyara National Park with your professional safari guide. The day may include game drives, wildlife viewing, picnic lunch, photography stops, scenic viewpoints and destination highlights depending on wildlife movement and season.

Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Best Time To VisitJune to October
High SeasonJune to October
Best WeatherJune to October
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Accommodation:
Budget lodge, basic tented camp or public campsite near Lake Manyara National Park

Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4: Final experience in Ngorongoro Crater and departure

Enjoy the final morning around Ngorongoro Crater before your return transfer, airport connection or onward arrangement. The guide will assist with timing and final logistics depending on your confirmed travel plan.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Best Time To VisitJune to October
High SeasonJune to October
Best WeatherJune to October
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Accommodation:
Budget lodge, basic tented camp or public campsite near Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast and Lunch
Next: Rates

Rates Per Person

Important to Know
Rates are per person and normally exclude international flights, visas, tips and personal expenses unless stated otherwise.
Start DatesSolo2 People3 People4 People5 People6 People7+ People
Flexible dates$1,480 per person. Contact the operator for exact group rates.
Next: Inclusions

Inclusions

Included

  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Shared 4x4 safari vehicle for game drives
  • Park entrance and conservation fees
  • Budget-level accommodation as listed in the itinerary
  • Meals as specified in the day-by-day plan
  • Drinking water during game drives
  • Guaranteed small-group vehicle allocation
  • not pooled with unrelated travelers

Excluded

  • Airfares to and within Tanzania unless stated in the itinerary
  • Entry visa fees
  • Travel insurance cover
  • Tipping for guides
  • camp and lodge staff
  • Incidental personal costs (laundry
  • calls
  • curios)
  • Alcohol and bottled drinks beyond what's stated as included
Next: Getting There

Getting There

Tour Start & End

This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Ngorongoro Crater.

Airport Information

Kilimanjaro International Airport and Arusha Airport are the most common arrival points for northern Tanzania safaris.

Transfer Information

This safari starts from Arusha. International arrivals typically land at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO); a transfer into Arusha or directly to the first park is usually included or arranged by the operator.

Accommodation Before Safari

Extra accommodation before or after the tour can be arranged by the operator on request.

Next: Offered By

Offered By

Serengeti Wildlife Safari

Serengeti Wildlife Safari

★★★★★ 5.0/5
Office
SafariHotel,Arusha
Country
Tanzania
Tour Types
Budget Private Safari
Destinations
Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti Wildlife Safaris creates private Tanzania safari experiences with expert planning, trusted local guides, and carefully selected destinations.

Customer Reviews

David Johnson
★★★★★

A professional safari company with excellent attention to detail. We felt safe, informed, and well taken care of.

Anna Wilson
★★★★★

Highly recommended operator for Tanzania safaris. Good communication, comfortable vehicle, and amazing wildlife experience.

Michael Brown
★★★★★

Great service from start to finish. The team was friendly, reliable, and helped us enjoy Serengeti and Ngorongoro comfortably.

Sarah Thompson
★★★★★

Serengeti Wildlife Safaris delivered a memorable Tanzania safari. The guide was knowledgeable and everything was well organized.

James Miller
★★★★★

Excellent safari experience with professional guides, smooth communication, and well-planned itinerary.

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