Arusha: 4-Day Big five Safari & Amazing Balloon experience

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Arusha, Tanzania

4 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This 4-day Group Camping Safari offers an unforgettable journey through three of Tanzania’s most iconic destinations. Begin in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and majestic baobab trees. Continue to the vast plains of Serengeti National Park, famous for big cats and the Great Migration, where you will enjoy an incredible hot air balloon safari at sunrise, floating above the wildlife and landscapes for a truly magical experience. The adventure concludes at the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” offering some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa. This safari blends breathtaking scenery, rich wildlife encounters, and memorable camping nights in Mto wa Mbu/Karatu, Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro area for a complete African adventure.

What's Included

Camping equipment such as tables, chairs, and cooking gear
Services of a professional safari chef
Transportation in a 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof throughout the safari
Lunch (Optional[4])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[3])
Dinner
Safari certificates
Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Arusha
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
Champaign Celebration and Bush breakfast
Overnight stays in tents with sleeping mattresses
Bottled drinking water throughout the tour
Full-board meals during the safari
Professional, experienced safari driver-guide
Hot Air Balloon Experience, Early Morning game drive
All activities as per the itinerary
All national park fees
International flights to and from Tanzania
Visa fees
Travel, accident, and medical insurance highly recommended
Personal expenses (e.g., telephone calls, laundry, souvenirs)
Optional activities and excursions not included in the itinerary
Any increase in government taxes, park fees, concession fees imposed after the booking is confirmed
Tips and gratuities for driver-guide and chef

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our professional driver-guide will meet travelers at their specified pickup location in Arusha, whether it is a hotel, lodge, hostel, guesthouse, rest house, or private residence. Please ensure you are ready at the agreed pickup time and inform us in advance of any special instructions or location changes to ensure a smooth and timely departure.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Mto wa Mbu

    1 stop
  • 1
    Tarangire National Park

    Your safari begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Arusha. Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large herds of elephants, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. After a full day of game drives, continue to Mto wa Mbu or Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.

    10 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Mto wa Mbu – Serengeti National Park

    1 stop
  • 2
    Serengeti National Park

    After breakfast, journey through the scenic highlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to Serengeti National Park. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive across the endless plains of the Serengeti. Dinner and overnight stay inside the park.

    9 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Central Serengeti (Balloon Experience)– Ngorongoro Conservation Area

    2 stops
  • 3
    Serengeti National Park

    Begin your day with an unforgettable hot air balloon experience over the Serengeti, floating silently above the endless plains as the sun rises and wildlife roams freely below. After landing, enjoy a special bush-style breakfast in the heart of the savannah before returning to your camp or lodge. Later in the morning, depart Serengeti with a scenic game drive en route toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

    7 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Ngorongoro Conservation Area

    Upon arrival in Ngorongoro, you have a great time keep your eyes all the way down to the crater from the rim, where you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater below. The afternoon is spent relaxing at your campsite within the conservation area, allowing time to enjoy the cool highland atmosphere and prepare for the exciting crater exploration the following day.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Ngorongoro crater - Arusha

    1 stop
  • 5
    Ngorongoro Crater

    After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Africa’s best places to see wildlife. Here, you may encounter the Big Five along with zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and more than 500 species of birds. After a picnic lunch, ascend from the crater and return to Arusha, with drop-off at your hotel.

    7 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
Supplied by SEASON MASTER ADVENTURES

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Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
4WD Tours
Safaris
Luxury Car Tours
Small Group
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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