4-Day Serengeti Safari and Ngorongoro Camping Experience

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival to Arusha City

Upon your arrival at Arusha Airport, you will be greeted by your safari driver, who will assist you with your luggage and provide a warm welcome to Tanzania.

Transfer to Mto wa Mbu distance from Arusha is approximately 120 km (about 2-3 hours drive)
Enjoy the scenic drive through the picturesque landscapes of Tanzania, passing by local villages and farms, giving you a glimpse of everyday life.

Arrive at Fig Tree Lodge in Mto wa Mbu, a cozy budget accommodation known for its welcoming atmosphere and comfortable amenities. Take some time to relax, freshen up, and enjoy the lodge’s surroundings.

Enjoy dinner at the lodge, featuring local cuisine. After dinner, your safari guide will provide a briefing about the upcoming adventures in the Serengeti, outlining the itinerary and what to expect.
Spend the night at Fig Tree Lodge, preparing for the exciting journey ahead into the Serengeti.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Fig Tree Lodge & Camp

• Budget hotel located in Mto wa Mbu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park

Transfer from Fig Tree Lodge to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast at Fig Tree Lodge, check out and meet your safari driver. Driving distance approximately 280 km (about 5-6 hours drive)
Enjoy the scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with opportunities to spot wildlife along the way.
Midday: Enter Serengeti National Park arrive at the park entrance and begin your first game drive as you make your way to your campsite. Enjoy a packed lunch in the park, surrounded by stunning landscapes.
Continue your game drive, keeping an eye out for the diverse wildlife that inhabits this iconic national park, including lions, elephants, zebras, and more. In the evening arrive at Serengeti Campsite
Relax and enjoy dinner prepared by your camp crew, followed by a night under the stars.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro crater

Set out early for a thrilling sunrise game drive, when many animals are most active.
Later return to your campsite for breakfast and freshen up. Spend the day exploring different areas of the Serengeti, maximizing your wildlife viewing opportunities. You may also visit notable spots like the Seronera River, known for its rich biodiversity. Enjoy a packed lunch in the park.
Later depart Serengeti to the Ngorongoro crater rim distance approximately 150 km (about 2-3 hours drive)
Depart the Serengeti and head towards Ngorongoro Crater, taking in the beautiful scenery along the way.
Arrive at Simba Campsite and check in at Simba Campsite, located on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater.
Enjoy dinner at the campsite and take in the breathtaking views.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On the crater rim of Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater

Early morning after breakfast descend into Ngorongoro Crater. Spend the morning exploring the unique ecosystem of the crater, home to a high concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated spot in the crater, surrounded by incredible views and wildlife.
After an exciting day of wildlife viewing, begin your drive back to Arusha. Driving distance is 190 km (about 4 hours drive)
Arrive in Arusha by late afternoon. Your safari adventure concludes here, with memories to last a lifetime!

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.