4 Days Tanzania safari from Zanzibar
This 4-day Tanzania safari from Zanzibar is an ideal choice for travelers seeking to combine the beauty of Zanzibar with thrilling wildlife experiences. The safari takes you to three of Tanzania’s most iconic national parks: Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. These parks offer an incredible chance to witness an array of wildlife, including lions, giraffes, buffalo, wildebeests, elephants, and many other species in their natural habitat. This adventure offers an unforgettable experience of Tanzania’s diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife, making it the perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts. After exploring these remarkable parks, you will be transferred back to the airport for your return flight to Zanzibar.
4 Days Tanzania safari from Zanzibar
Your adventure begins with a morning departure from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle. Enjoy a scenic drive through Tanzania’s beautiful countryside, passing local villages, lush landscapes, and the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Upon arriving at Lake Manyara National Park, your guide will introduce you to the park’s diverse habitats, from dense groundwater forests to open savannahs and the iconic soda lake. Begin your mid-morning game drive, where you’ll encounter wildlife like elephants, giraffes, zebras, and possibly the park’s famous tree-climbing lions. Bird enthusiasts will delight in the flocks of flamingos and other vibrant bird species along the lake’s shores.
Pause for a picnic lunch within the park, surrounded by stunning scenery and the sounds of nature. Afterward, continue exploring the park, visiting areas like the grassy floodplains, hot springs, and wooded regions teeming with wildlife.
As the day concludes, leave the park and drive to your lodge or campsite near Lake Manyara or on the way to Serengeti. Enjoy dinner and a relaxing evening as you prepare for the next day’s adventure.
After an early breakfast, depart from your lodge and journey towards the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the breathtaking landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy scenic stops to admire the endless plains and local wildlife.
Upon arrival at Serengeti, begin your exploration with a thrilling game drive. The park is renowned for its vast savannahs teeming with wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and large herds of wildebeests. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacular Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeests and zebras traverse the plains in search of greener pastures.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated spot, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wild. Afterward, continue your game drive, exploring various habitats such as kopjes (rocky outcrops), riverine areas, and open grasslands. Keep an eye out for birdlife, including secretary birds, ostriches, and eagles soaring above.
As the sun sets, conclude your game drive and head to your accommodation within the Serengeti. Relax with a hearty dinner and unwind under the starlit African sky.
Begin your day with an early breakfast, and then head out for a sunrise game drive in the Serengeti, one of the best times to spot predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards as they hunt. As the savannah you will witness grazing herds of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles scattered across the plains. Explore various landscapes, including rocky kopjes and river areas, each teeming with diverse wildlife. Pause for a picnic lunch at a scenic spot within the Serengeti, enjoying the breathtaking views and the sounds of nature around you. After lunch, continue your game drive, discovering more of the park's incredible biodiversity and capturing stunning photographs of the expansive landscapes and wildlife.
By mid-afternoon, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, driving through scenic corridors that connect these iconic regions. Along the way, marvel at the changing scenery and the chance to spot wildlife even outside the main parks. Arrive at your lodge or campsite near the Ngorongoro Crater by evening. Settle in, enjoy a delicious dinner, and relax as you prepare for the next day’s exploration of the crater.
After an early breakfast descends into the Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling game drive. Explore its diverse habitats, home to the "Big Five" and other wildlife like wildebeests, hippos, and flamingos. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before ascending and returning to Arusha or Moshi, arriving in the evening.
4 Days Tanzania safari from Zanzibar
Cost Includes
- 4x4 Safari Car
- Park fees
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation as stated in the itinerary
- All Taxes/VAT
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- Drinking water on all days
Cost Excludes
- Flights
- Tips to Guide and Cook
- Additional Park fees
- Alcohol drinks
- Tipping the crew
- Visas
4 Days Tanzania safari from Zanzibar
The safari package includes transportation, professional guides, park entry fees, accommodation, meals, and game drives at iconic parks like Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara.
Yes, most visitors require a visa to enter Tanzania. You can obtain a tourist visa either online (eVisa) or at the airport upon arrival. Ensure you check the specific requirements for your nationality before travel.
Yes, the 4-day safari is family-friendly. However, certain age restrictions for game drives may apply. It’s advisable to check with the tour operator regarding specific age requirements and child-friendly accommodations.
You will stay in comfortable lodges or tented camps close to the national parks, providing a great balance of comfort and adventure. These accommodations offer all the essential amenities, and some may include optional luxury experiences
The 4-day safari offers excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five—lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhinoceros—in iconic locations like Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater, both renowned for their wildlife sightings.
