Four Days of Wildlife, Adventure & Tanzania's Iconic Landscapes
Discover the remarkable wildlife and scenery of northern Tanzania on a 4-day private safari with Novella Tanzania Safaris and Trekking.
This carefully planned journey takes you from the elephant-filled landscapes of Tarangire National Park, across the spectacular plains of the Serengeti, and into the extraordinary ecosystem of the Ngorongoro Crater.
With four days on safari, you have more time to enjoy game drives without making the experience feel overly rushed. Each destination offers something different - from ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds to vast grasslands, big cats, and the unique wildlife environment of the Ngorongoro Crater.
Whether you are visiting Tanzania for the first time, traveling as a couple or family, or combining your safari with a Kilimanjaro trek or Zanzibar holiday, this itinerary offers an exciting introduction to northern Tanzania's wildlife.
Safari at a Glance
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Destinations: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Crater
Safari Type: Private Guided Safari
Starting Point: Moshi or Arusha
Ending Point: Moshi, Arusha, or Airport
Accommodation: Camping, mid-range lodges, or luxury lodges
Transport: 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner as indicated
Ideal For: Couples, families, friends, solo travelers, and first-time safari visitors
What Makes This 4-Day Safari Special?
A four-day safari gives you the opportunity to experience several different sides of Tanzania's northern safari circuit.
Tarangire introduces you to a landscape shaped by giant baobabs and large elephant herds. The Serengeti then opens into vast savannah plains where predators and herbivores move through one of Africa's most famous ecosystems. Your journey finishes in the Ngorongoro Crater, where spectacular scenery and a high concentration of wildlife create a memorable final game drive.
With Novella Tanzania Safaris and Trekking, the focus is on creating a safari that is comfortable, flexible, and enjoyable from the moment you leave your hotel until the end of your adventure.
Safari Highlights
Why Choose a 4-Day Safari With Novella?
More Time to Explore - Four days provide additional time for game drives and wildlife exploration compared with a very short safari. You can spend more time in the parks while still maintaining a manageable travel schedule.
Experience Three Iconic Destinations - This itinerary combines Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, giving you three different wildlife experiences within one safari.
A Variety of Wildlife - The parks are home to an impressive range of animals. Depending on the season and location, you may encounter lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, cheetahs, leopards, and many other species.
Changing Landscapes - The journey takes you through very different environments, including woodland, baobab-studded landscapes, open savannah, highland areas, and the spectacular crater floor.
A Comfortable Pace - Compared with shorter itineraries, four days allow you to enjoy the safari with more breathing room while still making good use of your time in Tanzania.
Flexible Accommodation - Novella can arrange camping, mid-range, or luxury accommodation depending on your preferred safari experience and budget.
| Group Size | Price Per Person (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $1,700 |
| 4 Persons | $1,200 |
| 9 Persons | $1,050 |
| 10 Persons | $990 |
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Travel Time: Approximately 3-4 hours
Game Drive: Approximately 7-8 hours
Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Moshi or Arusha. We travel toward Tarangire National Park, passing through the countryside and enjoying views of the changing Tanzanian landscape along the way. Once inside Tarangire, your first game drive begins. The park is particularly known for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife.
As you explore the park with your Novella safari guide, you may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, lions, and a variety of bird species. Depending on the season and wildlife movements, other predators and animals may also be spotted. After a full day of exploration, you will leave the park and continue to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Travel: Scenic transfer with game viewing
Game Drive: Afternoon/arrival game drive
After breakfast, we continue toward the Serengeti. The route takes you through the Ngorongoro highlands and surrounding landscapes before descending toward the vast plains of the Serengeti. As you approach the park, the scenery gradually opens into expansive grasslands stretching toward the horizon.
Depending on your arrival time and wildlife conditions, you will begin your first Serengeti game drive. The Seronera area in central Serengeti is particularly known for its wildlife and water sources, which attract animals throughout the year.
Keep an eye out for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and other wildlife. With favorable conditions, you may also have opportunities to see cheetahs or leopards. After your game drive, continue to your campsite or lodge for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Game Drive: Full day
Today is dedicated to exploring more of the Serengeti. After breakfast, set out with your guide for an extended game drive. Because the Serengeti covers a huge area, your guide will select suitable areas based on the season, recent wildlife activity, and your interests.
The day may bring encounters with large herds of wildebeest and zebras as well as buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, lions, hyenas, hippos, and other animals. The Serengeti is also famous for its big cats. With patience and favorable conditions, you may have the opportunity to see lions, cheetahs, or leopards.
After your wildlife exploration, begin the journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The evening temperatures in the highlands can be cool, so we recommend carrying a warm layer for the overnight stay.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Time in the Crater: Approximately 6-8 hours
Rise early and enjoy breakfast before heading toward the Ngorongoro Crater. Today you descend into one of Tanzania's most extraordinary wildlife environments. Surrounded by the dramatic walls of the ancient volcanic caldera, the crater floor contains a variety of habitats that support abundant wildlife.
During your game drive, you may encounter lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, hyenas, hippos, and flamingos. The crater is also one of the places where you may have the opportunity to spot the endangered black rhinoceros.
Your Novella guide will help you make the most of the game drive while sharing information about the wildlife, landscape, and ecosystem. After lunch, you will begin your journey out of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Depending on your onward travel arrangements, we can transfer you to Moshi, Arusha, or the airport.
End of Safari
Novella Safaris has been running Tanzanian journeys. Our licensed guides, modern 4×4 Land Cruisers, and 24/7 in-country support make us the trusted choice for over 4,800 travellers to date. Group size is capped so every guest gets personal attention.
All in-destination transport is included: airport pickup, park drives in custom 4×4 vehicles, inter-park transfers. International and domestic flights are not included.
Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) is the local currency. USD is widely accepted at parks, lodges and shops. ATMs are available in Arusha, Moshi, Zanzibar and major hubs. We accept Visa, Mastercard, AMEX and bank wire.
Clothing: Layered, muted colours; light hiking pants, breathable shirts, warm fleece and waterproof shell.
Footwear: Broken-in walking shoes, sandals, warm socks.
Essentials: Sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottle, insect repellent, small day pack, binoculars, camera with spare batteries, headlamp.
Documents: Passport (6+ months validity), visa, travel insurance, printed itinerary copies.
First-aid: Personal medication, ibuprofen, malaria prophylaxis, plasters, oral rehydration salts.
Departure: Novella Safaris office, Moshi, Tanzania.
Pickup available from: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), Arusha Airport (ARK), Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR).
Tipping is customary and appreciated. Guideline: USD 15 per day for driver-guides, USD 10 per day for cooks, USD 5 per day for camp staff. Tips are paid at the end of the trip.
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Deposit: 20% at reservation to confirm your booking.
Balance: Due 60 days before departure.
Accepted methods: Visa · Mastercard · AMEX · bank wire.
Documents required: Signed booking form, passport with 6+ months validity, valid visa, travel insurance.
30+ days before departure: 20% of the total trip cost retained.
14–29 days before departure: 50% retained.
Less than 14 days: 100% retained.
If you find a replacement 14+ days before departure, no cancellation fee applies.