Tailor-made safari

4-Day Safari – Manyara, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

Perfect for Short Stays, Big Five Sightings & First-Time Safari Travelers Short on time but don’t want to miss the best of Tanzania? This 4-day Northern Circuit safari is ideal for travelers seeking an authentic African safari experience in just …

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4 days July - September Up to 7 guests
Guide price USD 2045 Per-person starting estimate
Accommodation style Mid-Range Private or small-group planning
Optional experience Balloon Safari Subject to season and availability
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Your Tanzania journey

Designed around wildlife, season and pace

Perfect for Short Stays, Big Five Sightings & First-Time Safari Travelers

Short on time but don’t want to miss the best of Tanzania? This 4-day Northern Circuit safari is ideal for travelers seeking an authentic African safari experience in just a few days. It’s a perfect getaway for honeymooners, families, couples, or business travelers adding a quick safari to their Tanzania adventure.

You'll visit three of the country's most stunning parks — Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park — all within close reach from Arusha. With Big Five sightings, lush landscapes, and comfortable lodge stays, this compact safari offers the best of wildlife and scenery without long travel times.

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Route and wildlife focus aligned to the season.

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Balanced game-drive time, transfers and rest.

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Local support from arrival through departure.

Is this safari right for me?Travel style, pace & practical needs

Private or shared?

Request a private arrangement or ask about joining a small group. Shared departures and availability need confirmation for your dates.

Time in the vehicle

Game drives can mean extended time seated and uneven roads. Tell us your preferred pace; flight days can also involve road transfers.

Walking & activities

Check each day for walks and optional activities. Ask us to confirm distances, terrain and alternatives before booking.

Families & access

Share children’s ages and any access needs. We’ll check lodge, flight and activity requirements before confirming your safari.

Day-by-day experience

The journey, unfolded

4-day safari with 4 carefully planned days. Final routing is reconfirmed around wildlife conditions and your travel dates.

Welcome to Tanzania! Arrival in Arusha — Kilimanjaro Airport Day 1
Kilimanjaro Airport
Planned experience

Welcome to Tanzania! Arrival in Arusha

Your journey begins with a warm welcome at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your private Africano Paraiso guide will greet you upon arrival. After a short drive to Arusha, settle into your lodge and relax in the foothills of Mount Meru, surrounded by vibrant local culture and the charm of Tanzania’s safari capital.

This evening, enjoy a delicious dinner and get ready for your first glimpse of the wild tomorrow.

Lake Manyara Safari: Forests, Flamingos & Tree-Climbing Lions — Lake Manyara Day 2
Lake Manyara
Planned experience

Lake Manyara Safari: Forests, Flamingos & Tree-Climbing Lions

After breakfast, head to Lake Manyara National Park, a picturesque reserve set against the dramatic backdrop of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Known for its lush forests, hippo pools, and famous tree-climbing lions, Lake Manyara offers a diverse game viewing experience in a compact area.

Keep your camera ready for elephants wandering through fig trees, baboons lining the roadside, and flamingos shimmering on the lake. After a picnic lunch in the park, continue to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay in a scenic highland lodge.

Ngorongoro Crater Safari: Big Five in a Day — Ngorongoro Day 3
Ngorongoro
Planned experience

Ngorongoro Crater Safari: Big Five in a Day

Today is a safari highlight — descending into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa, including the full Big Five: lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rare black rhino.

Enjoy a full-day game drive in this incredible natural amphitheater, with a picnic lunch beside a hippo-filled pond. After an unforgettable day of wildlife photography and panoramic views, return to your Karatu lodge for a relaxing evening.

Tarangire Safari & Departure: Elephants & Baobab Kingdom — Tarangire Day 4
Tarangire
Planned experience

Tarangire Safari & Departure: Elephants & Baobab Kingdom

Your final day takes you to the beautiful and often-overlooked Tarangire National Park, renowned for its giant baobab trees, dramatic landscapes, and large elephant herds. During the dry season, the Tarangire River attracts a variety of animals, offering fantastic game viewing away from the crowds.

After a memorable morning game drive and a scenic bush lunch, begin your return journey to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your international flight — or let us arrange a Zanzibar beach extension to end your trip in tropical paradise.

Handpicked accommodation

Selected stays, close to the wild

Lodges and camps are selected for location, atmosphere and service. Final availability is reconfirmed before booking.

Planet Lodge Mid-Range

Lodge · Arusha

Planet Lodge

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Marera Valley Lodge Mid-Range

Lodge · Karatu

Marera Valley Lodge

Marera Valley Lodge is the newest addition to the Bougainvillea Group, situated on the outskirts of Karatu town between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro …

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Transparent planning

Your safari, clearly priced

Compare guide prices by season, group size. We’ll confirm availability and inclusions in your personal proposal.

Published guide price USD2,045 Per person · in US dollars

A starting point for your journey. We’ll shape the final plan around your dates, preferred stays and pace.

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Low season

1 guest
On request
2–3 guests
$2,415
4–5 guests
$2,140
6 guests
$2,045
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Shoulder season

1 guest
On request
2–3 guests
$2,415
4–5 guests
$2,140
6 guests
$2,045
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Peak season

1 guest
On request
2–3 guests
$2,414
4–5 guests
$2,140
6 guests
$2,045
What’s included & not included Your safari price, explained

Your safari price covers the services below as set out in your agreed itinerary and selected accommodation style. Your final booking confirms the route, stays, meal plans and any requested extras.

Fly-in or fly-out itinerary? Fly-in and fly-out flights included in your itinerary are covered by the itinerary price. International flights and optional flight upgrades are not included unless expressly listed in your booking.

Included in your safari

  • Transfers: airport and other transfers outlined in your program.
  • Safari vehicle: a 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for the safari drives in your itinerary.
  • Driver-guide: an English-speaking safari guide for your guided safari.
  • Accommodation: lodges, camps and hotels in your agreed itinerary, based on twin/double sharing unless another arrangement is confirmed.
  • Meals and drinking water: meals specified for each day, including picnic lunches where planned, and bottled water during safari drives.
  • Park fees: required entry, conservation and concession fees for the parks and stays in your agreed program.
  • Itinerary flights: fly-in and fly-out flights where they form part of the itinerary. Your booking confirms the flight arrangements and baggage allowance.
  • Local support: coordination of your safari, accommodation and scheduled transfers by our team.

Not included unless agreed

  • International and extra flights: international airfare, flights outside your itinerary, optional flight upgrades and excess-baggage charges.
  • Visa fees: visas and other personal travel-document costs.
  • Tips: gratuities for guides, rangers and other staff are at your discretion.
  • Single-room supplements: additional charges for single occupancy, unless already included in your confirmed quote.
  • Travel insurance: your personal insurance policy and personal medical expenses.
  • Personal expenses: laundry, souvenirs, meals outside the stated plan and lodge drinks unless specifically included.
  • Optional services: extra activities, extensions and guides in languages other than English, unless included in your quote; availability and any additional cost are confirmed in advance.
  • AMREF Flying Doctors cover: not included by default; only included when arranged and expressly confirmed in your booking.

Please share dietary requirements and room preferences before booking so we can confirm suitable arrangements with your lodges.

These are guide prices, subject to dates and availability. Your written proposal confirms the final cost and inclusions. Wildlife sightings and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.

Your route

Across Tanzania, one connected journey

3 mapped route points from the working itinerary. Exact roads and timings remain flexible for local conditions.

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Turn this itinerary into your safari

Share your dates, group size and travel style. Our Arusha team will refine the route and send a clear proposal.

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