Dream Trails Expeditions

Serengeti, Tarangire & Ngorongoro Safari

4-Day Serengeti (Ndutu) & Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Wildlife safari
Day Trip
Safari Adventure

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$130.00 $16000

Tanzania’s Ultimate Safari Escape

Tour Overview

This 4-day safari takes you through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations – Ndutu (Southern Serengeti) and the Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the Great Migration calving season in Ndutu, where over a million wildebeest and zebras give birth, attracting an array of predators. The Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to the Big Five and diverse ecosystems, offering some of the most spectacular wildlife viewing in Africa.

Whether you're a first-time safari-goer or a seasoned traveler, this tour guarantees unforgettable encounters with Africa’s wildlife in stunning natural landscapes.

Tour Specifications

Destinations: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti), Ngorongoro Crater

Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights

Accommodation: Mid-range tented camps & lodges

Activities : Game drives, wildlife photography, cultural encounters

Safari Highlights

Ndutu – The Heart of the Great Migration (2 Days)

Witness the Great Migration calving season (Dec–March) with thousands of newborn wildebeest
Prime predator action lions, cheetahs, hyenas on the hunt
Stunning landscapes: open plains, acacia woodlands, and seasonal waterholes

Ngorongoro Crater – A Natural Wonder (1 Day)

Big Five sightings in a breathtaking volcanic caldera
Diverse ecosystems : grasslands, swamps, lakes teeming with wildlife
Panoramic views from the crater rim & scenic highlands.

4-Day Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania!

Main Destination : Arusha
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK)
Private Transfer to Forest Hill Hotel

Activities (Optional Arusha City Tour) :

Cultural Heritage Center: Travel essentials’s renowned art gallery & crafts market
Local Market Visit: Immerse in the vibrant colors & flavors of Arusha
Maasai Market: Authentic Maasai jewelry, fabrics & artifacts
Forest Hill Hotel: (Mid-range, bed & breakfast)

Day 2: Arusha to Ndutu – Witness the Great Migration

Main Destination: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti)
Drive through Ngorongoro Conservation Area (5–6 hours)

Activities:

Game drive: across Ndutu’s plains, spotting wildebeest, zebras, gazelles & predators
Explore: seasonal waterholes attracting wildlife
Sunset safari: experience before heading to camp

Accommodation: Ang’ata Migration – Ndutu Camp (Mid-range, all meals included)

Day 3: Ndutu to Ngorongoro – Scenic Safari Adventure

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Activities:

Morning game drive: in Ndutu – Capture incredible predator-prey interactions
Scenic drive: (2.5 hours) to Ngorongoro Crater rim with mild wildlife sightings
Evening relaxation: at a luxury tented camp with crater views

Accommodation: Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp (Mid-range, all meals included)

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Departure

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Activities:

Early descent into the crater (6:30 AM) - Unparalleled wildlife encounters
5–6 hour game drive – Spot the Big Five, hippos, hyenas & more
Picnic lunch by a hippo pool
Afternoon ascent & drive back to Arusha (4 hours)
Drop-off at your hotel or airport (End of tour)
No accommodation included (optional on request)

Accommodation: Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp (Mid-range, all meals included)

Best Time to Visit

Best Seasons (Dry & Ideal for Wildlife)

June – October : Dry weather, perfect for spotting animals at waterholes and migration crossings
December – February : Dry weather, perfect for spotting animals at waterholes and migration crossings

Rainy Seasons (Vibrant & Less Crowded)

March – May : Heavy rains bring lush greenery, fewer crowds, and vibrant birdlife
November : Short rains; still great for Tarangire’s river-fed wildlife and Ngorongoro’s misty charm

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