4-day Best Time Safari in Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Ndutu. Designed around the optimal season for wildlife viewing. Especially the Great Migration calving in Ndutu—this safari is perfect for travelers seeking a rich and immersive experience in a limited time frame.
Your adventure begins in Arusha. Where you’ll meet your professional safari guide. Head to Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. During the dry season, Tarangire becomes a haven for wildlife as animals gather around the Tarangire River—offering excellent game viewing opportunities.
Next, you’ll journey to Ndutu, located between the southern Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. From December to March, this region is alive with calving wildebeest, big cat sightings, and dramatic predator-prey action. Game drives in Ndutu offer unique off-road driving experiences and close encounters with lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and large herds of grazing animals.
The final stop is the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. Descend into the crater for a thrilling game drive, with chances to spot black rhinos, elephants, lions, and flamingos in the crater lake.
Your safari includes comfortable mid-range lodges or tented camps, full-board meals, and private 4×4 safari vehicle transport.
Why Choose This Safari?
The 4-Day Best Time Safari in Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Ndutu offers unforgettable game viewing, incredible landscapes, and a front-row seat to nature’s greatest events—all in just four days.
4 Days & 3 Nights
Lodges / Tented Camps
Private, Group Tour
4x4 WD Land Cruiser
Set off from Moshi in the morning, heading toward the enchanting Tarangire National Park. Arriving before midday, you’ll dive straight into an exciting safari experience. Enjoy both a morning and afternoon game drive, where you’ll have the chance to see an abundance of wildlife, including elephants, lions, and more.
Pause for a delicious picnic lunch amidst the stunning scenery before continuing your adventure. As the sun begins to set, you’ll exit the park and travel to your lodge, where a hearty dinner awaits you for a relaxing overnight stay.
MEAL: Lunch & Dinner
ACCOMMODATION: Marera Valley Lodge
Depart at 7:00 AM for the Ndutu region, a scenic drive from Tarangire or Karatu. Upon arrival, set out for game drives across the grasslands, where you’ll witness part of the Great Migration, with vast herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle. During the calving season (January-February), the area teems with predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs. The nearby Lake Ndutu and Lake Masek attract wildlife year-round, providing ideal spots for viewing. By evening, head to your accommodation for a well-earned dinner and rest.
MEAL: All Meal Inclusive
ACCOMMODATION: Safari Haven Ndutu
After breakfast, head to Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive with packed lunch. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the world’s largest unbroken caldera and one of Africa’s true natural wonders. Home to around 30,000 resident mammals—including buffalo, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rare black rhinos—as well as vibrant birdlife like flamingos and eagles, the crater offers remarkable wildlife viewing within a compact area. Prepare for an incredible day of sightings in this unique, biodiverse haven.
MEAL: All Meal Inclusive
ACCOMMODATION: Marera Valley Lodge
After a satisfying breakfast at your lodge, it’s time to bid farewell to Karatu. Your guide will assist you with your luggage as you embark on a scenic drive back to Moshi. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of Tanzania along the way, with views of lush valleys and distant mountains.
