4 Days Safari To Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater And Tarangire From Zanzibar

About this Activity

This once-in-a-lifetime Northern Circuit safari takes you through Tanzania’s most iconic national parks—Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire.

From Zanzibar, we whisk you away to a land where lions rule the golden plains, elephants wander ancient baobab forests, and wildebeest paint the horizon in great herds.

Perfect for those seeking an authentic, deep dive into the heart of Tanzania’s wildlife and natural beauty.

Expect game drives that leave your jaw dropped, picnics with zebras as company, and sunsets so beautiful they feel unreal.

And the lodges? Comfort in the wild, with all the charm of Africa!

Day 1: Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park

7:30 AM: Depart Zanzibar Airport on a scenic flight to Serengeti’s Seronera Airstrip (via Arusha/Manyara).

11:00 AM: Touch down in the heart of Serengeti National Park. Meet your personal safari expert and driver-guide, who will brief you on the incredible journey ahead.

11:30 AM – 4:00 PM: Begin your full-day game drive into the endless plains of the Serengeti. Track the awe-inspiring Great Migration (seasonal), spot lions lurking in the grass, and elephants roaming the savannah.

1:00 PM: Stop at a scenic picnic site for lunch amid the wild.

4:00 PM: Return to camp for some rest before sundown. Settle into your lodge and take in the Serengeti’s golden hour magic.

7:00 PM: Dinner and overnight at your chosen lodge:
Golden Safari Camp, Nyota Luxury Camp, or Serengeti Sametu Camp.

Day 2: Full Day in Serengeti National Park

6:00 AM: Early morning departure to catch the Serengeti awakening. Look out for nocturnal predators finishing their hunt and herds beginning their daily trek.

8:30 AM: Enjoy a bush breakfast with sunrise views across the plains.

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Continue your game drive—seek out prides of lions, elusive leopards, and elegant cheetahs.

12:30 PM: Stop by the Seronera Visitor Centre to learn about Serengeti’s ecology and history.

1:30 PM: Return to camp for a hot lunch and some mid-day rest.

4:00 PM: Optional sunset game drive or guided nature walk with local tribesmen to learn about indigenous flora and fauna.

7:00 PM: Dinner under the stars and overnight at:
Golden Safari Camp, Nyota Luxury Camp, or Serengeti Sametu Camp.

Day 3: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Karatu

6:00 AM: Breakfast at camp.

7:00 AM: Begin your journey out of Serengeti and into the lush Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

9:30 AM: Descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a wildlife haven with one of the highest concentrations of animals in Africa. Enjoy a half-day game drive on the crater floor.

12:30 PM: Picnic lunch beside a hippo pool.

4:00 PM: Depart the crater and head to Karatu, a lush highland town on the crater’s rim.

7:00 PM: Dinner and overnight at:
Farm of Dreams Lodge, Karatu Simba Lodge, or Karatu Acacia Farm Lodge.

Day 4: Karatu – Tarangire National Park – Arusha – Return to Zanzibar

7:00 AM: After breakfast, head to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and massive elephant herds.

9:30 AM – 1:00 PM: Explore this lesser-traveled gem teeming with wildlife: giraffes, buffalo, impalas, lions, leopards, and the elusive wild dogs.

1:00 PM: Lunch inside the park with sweeping views.

2:30 PM: Begin drive to Arusha Airport.

4:35 PM: Flight back to Zanzibar.

6:00 PM: Arrive in Zanzibar and transfer to your hotel.