Northern Circuit · 4 days · Private
4-Day Arusha National Park, Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater Budget
4-day private safari visiting Arusha Park, Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater. Guide, 4x4, park fees and full board included.
- Duration
- 4 days, 3 nights
- Group
- Private
- Activity
- Wildlife safari
- Starts
- Arusha
- Ends
- Arusha
A 6-day safari gives you the perfect chance to experience the thrill of Africa’s wildlife and breathtaking nature. With My Trip Adventures, you’ll enjoy an authentic encounter with the wild, spotting incredible animals up close and capturing the beauty of Tanzania untamed landscapes.
All this comes with the care of a trusted local tour operator, offering full-board service, a private English-speaking guide, and exclusive use of a safari vehicle equipped with mineral water, binoculars, and charging points, along with carefully selected accommodations.
What it costs
The price per person falls as the group grows, because the vehicle and the guide are shared. These are the rates for a private group:
- $1,325 per person, group of 2
- $1,098 per person, group of 3
- $988 per person, group of 4
- $920 per person, group of 5
- $878 per person, group of 6
- $845 per person, group of 7
Park fees are included. Ask us for your exact dates and we will confirm the price in writing before anything is booked.
Trip highlights
- Parks visited: Arusha Park, Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater
- Private Safari
- 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with Pop up roof
- Private English-speaking Tanzanian guide throughout
- 4 days and 3 nights, full board on safari
Day by day
Day 1 Arrival - Kibo Palace Hotel, Arusha
Transfer Airport – Arusha town: 1 hour
After arrival our transfer guide will meet and welcome you, then pick you up at either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha for relaxation and overnight. Before reaching the hotel if time allows feel free to explore Arusha city with our guide for free.
Transfer and Relaxation
Arusha town
Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha is known as the safari capital of northern Tanzania. The city serves as a perfect base for exploring the stunning surrounding landscapes, including the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro and the renowned Manyara, Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti National Parks.
When Kibo Palace Hotel opened its doors in 2006, it brought a breath of fresh air and set the pace in hotel standards offering fine cuisine and highest level of professionalism in Arusha. Since then, it has been recognized in various forums. The hotel has hosted important events and continues to accommodate international, regional and local dignitaries, politicians and renowned businessmen and women as well as those coming to visit our beautiful parks. We are very proud of our hotel both for it’s beautiful architectural design, ambiance and the service we provide to match.
The Kibo Palace Hotel enjoys a prime location close to The Arusha International Conferencing Centre, The United Nations and the East African Community Headquarters. Arusha is the gateway to the famous Ngorongoro Crater, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Tarangire, Arusha and Lake Manyara National Parks.
The hotel has 77well appointed luxury rooms and suites with all modern amenities. The Chef and his team serve delectable cuisine and mouthwatering desserts that are a favourite for many at our Kilimanjaro Restaurant and Poolside. The hotel’s banqueting services are the perfect choice for any Event Manager as they are hassle free.
Overnight: Kibo Palace Hotel – 4 Stars Hotel · Meals: Half Board - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
Day 2 Arusha National Park - Kibo Palace Hotel, Arusha
Transfer Arusha town – Arusha Park: 40 minutes
Pick up from the hotel early in the morning and begin a beautiful journey to Arusha National Park with packed lunch boxes. After enjoying a rewarding game drive, the adventure continues with a guided nature walk inside the park, accompanied by a professional park ranger for a safe and immersive experience.
Game drives + Walking Safari
Arusha National Park
Located in northeastern Tanzania, Arusha National Park sits against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Meru and offers stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Covering 552 square kilometers, the park is known for its extraordinary landscapes and excellent walking and trekking opportunities. It is made up of three main areas: the impressive Mount Meru volcanic cone, the lush Ngurdoto Crater with its “lost world” feel, and the colorful Momela Lakes. The park’s diverse habitats support a wide variety of wildlife, including giraffes, Cape buffalo, zebras, warthogs, monkeys, flamingos, and many more, making it a perfect place to enjoy both game drives and nature walks.
When Kibo Palace Hotel opened its doors in 2006, it brought a breath of fresh air and set the pace in hotel standards offering fine cuisine and highest level of professionalism in Arusha. Since then, it has been recognized in various forums. The hotel has hosted important events and continues to accommodate international, regional and local dignitaries, politicians and renowned businessmen and women as well as those coming to visit our beautiful parks. We are very proud of our hotel both for it’s beautiful architectural design, ambiance and the service we provide to match.
The Kibo Palace Hotel enjoys a prime location close to The Arusha International Conferencing Centre, The United Nations and the East African Community Headquarters. Arusha is the gateway to the famous Ngorongoro Crater, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Tarangire, Arusha and Lake Manyara National Parks.
The hotel has 77well appointed luxury rooms and suites with all modern amenities. The Chef and his team serve delectable cuisine and mouthwatering desserts that are a favourite for many at our Kilimanjaro Restaurant and Poolside. The hotel’s banqueting services are the perfect choice for any Event Manager as they are hassle free.
Overnight: Kibo Palace Hotel – 4 Stars Hotel · Meals: Half Board - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
Day 3 Tarangire National Park - Eileen's Trees Inn
Transfer Arusha – Tarangire: 2 hours
We begin this day with an early pick-up from your lodge or directly from the airport and enjoy a scenic drive toward Tarangire National Park while carrying packed lunch boxes, we’ll dive straight into the adventure with exciting game drives through stunning landscapes filled with wildlife and iconic baobab trees. Later in the afternoon, we transfer to Karatu for a delicious dinner and overnight stay.
Game drives
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park is a place of pure African romance, where sweeping golden plains meet the gentle curves of the Tarangire River and herds of elephants wander gracefully among towering baobab trees. Here, every moment feels alive lions may be seen stalking their prey, leopards lounging elegantly in the trees, and graceful giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and impalas painting the landscape with motion and life. As the sun sets, the air fills with a warm glow, leading you to your cozy lodge for a delicious dinner, peaceful relaxation, and the soothing whispers of the African night.
Eileen's Tree Inn is idyllically set in the Crater Highlands town of Karatu and is an ideal option for lesiure travellers.
Overnight: Eileen's Trees Inn - Mid range · Meals: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
Day 4 Ngorongoro Crater - End of Itinerary
Transfer Ngorongoro – Arusha: 3 hours.
After breakfast, we descend inside the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a final, unforgettable game drive. Explore this natural wonder, often called Africa’s Garden of Eden, as you encounter a breathtaking variety of wildlife in one of the most scenic settings on earth. After your adventure, we’ll drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight home or onward journey carrying memories of Africa that will stay with you forever.
Game drives
Ngorongoro Crater
Located in Northern Tanzania, the Ngorongoro Crater is best known for its natural beauty and abundance of diverse wildlife; which makes it one of Africa’s most popular safari destinations. Surrounded by Tanzania’s highlands, this UNESCO-listed crater is said to be the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera.
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Breakfast and Lunch
Transfer to Airport – For your international flight
After a nice game drive and picnic lunch in the afternoon, here depends on your international flight departure time we will transfer you directly to the airport for early check in and drop off is normally done 3 hours before flight departure which allows you to have flexible time for check in. This marks the end of our safari service and is where we thank you for choosing us and wish you a pleasant flight back home and hope to welcome you or your friends again in the near future.
Fly out back home
Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions apply to all bookings made with My Trip Adventures Company Ltd. By confirming a booking, clients acknowledge and agree to these terms and on behalf of the entire group.
1. Booking & Payment: A booking is confirmed after My Trip Adventures receives a 30% deposit and written confirmation is issued. The balance must be paid six weeks (61 days) before the tour start date. Bookings made within six weeks must be paid in full or for agreement from both parties. Payments can be made via bank transfer or card in USD, TZS or if any payments should be made with agreements with company.
2. Cancellation Policy:
All cancellations must be made in writing. Charges apply as follows:
61+ days before departure – loss of deposit
60–45 days – 25% of total cost
44–29 days – 60% of total cost
28–7 days – 90% of total cost
Less than 7 days – 100% of total cost
Note: My Trip Adventures may cancel tours in exceptional cases (e.g., safety concerns, natural disasters or cases of the same). Affected clients will receive a full refund or alternative tour will be rescheduled by offering Credit note. And for any cancellation that will be made and affect client’s side due to refusal from suppliers we will try our level best to defend you, but not guaranteed for 100%.
3. Insurance: Clients must obtain comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, cancellation, evacuation, and lost property at their own pace. For any mandatory inbound travel insurance needed you will be directly advised by our expert upon booking.
4. Itinerary & Prices: The company reserves the right to adjust prices due to changes in park fees, taxes, or exchange rates, and to modify itineraries when there any necessary (e.g., weather or safety reasons).
5. Liability: Adventure travel involves risks. My Trip Adventures is not liable for injury, loss, or death unless caused by proven negligence, nor for delays or damages from third-party services or events beyond its control.
6. Force Majeure: The company is not responsible for disruptions caused by events such as natural disasters, strikes, pandemics, or government restrictions.
7. Complaints: For any issues or complaints should be reported immediately to staff/office. And for unresolved complaints must be submitted in writing within 30 days after the tour end date.
8. Third-Party Services: Accommodation, transport, and activities may be operated by third parties. My Trip Adventures is not responsible for their actions or omissions. For any actions should be reported to their part though we may provide any consultation support where possible.
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10. Governing Law: All bookings are governed by the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania.
What is included
Included
- Transfers/Pick up/Drop off listed in the program
- Professional English-Speaking safari guide
- Transportation by 4x4 jeep Toyota Land Cruiser
- Bottled Mineral water for safari
- All Park fees, but for Single entry park fees expire 24 hours
- All Activities listed in the program
Not included
- International flights
- VISA
- All beverages at hotels/lodges/tented camps (Alcoholic beverages)
- Laundry service
- Tipping
- All personal expenses
- All what is not explicitly included in this program
- Zanzibar Infrastructure Tax of 5 USD per person per night to be paid direct at the hotel in Zanzibar, if you are travelling to Zanzibar.
- Zanzibar inbound travel insurance. The cost is USD 44 per person per adult. For children, aged 2-15 inclusive, will pay USD 22, children under 2 years old are free of charge. This insurance covers some medical emergencies and travel disruptions while within the Island.
Before you travel
Pickup and meeting point
Pickup from your hotel in Arusha, or from Kilimanjaro International Airport if you are flying in on the first day. Tell us your flight number when you book.
Where this trip goes
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire covers 2,850 square kilometres and is known for large elephant herds, baobab trees and over 550 bird…
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater is an intact volcanic caldera holding around 25,000 large animals, including black rhino. Best time to…
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