4 Days Tanzania Big 5 Safari Tour
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
A 4 day Tanzania safari is one of best tours to see and learn about the top “5 Animals” in Tanzania. We will connect you with one of our experienced, professionally trained safari drivers/guides, who will ensure that each member of the group is satisfied with their services. We use our specially designed safari vehicles with a pop-up roof for a better wildlife viewing experience.
ITINERARY SUMMARY
ITINERARY SUMMARY
Arrival Day
Day 1: Tarangire National Park
Day 2: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater
Departure
Group Discount
The price per person for group expeditions are fixed based on a group size. However, we have optional arrangements for individual private and tailor-made preferences best suited for you, your family and friends.
SAFARI FAQ's
During the period of December to March, the Serengeti Migration congregates in large herds around Lake Ndutu in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area of Tanzania Safari. So, the wildebeest migration in the Serengeti is usually during June and July and January to February is the perfect time to see the wildebeest calving.
Ideally, there is no fixed price range for Tanzania safari. There are several factors such as time, numbers of days, and accommodations types that influence the Tanzania safari cost. However, the average cost of Tanzania Safari per day can come down to $400 (dollars) per head for a lodge safari and around $200 (dollars) per day for camping.
Yes, Tanzania is a fairly safe country. Every year millions of tourists visit this beautiful country in the hopes of a thrilling Tanzania travel experience. And, the statistics say that maximum tourists leave the country with their heart bubbling with joy and a secret promise to visit again.
Tanzania offers a great range of lodges and tented camps. However, your Tanzania accommodations depend on the type of packages you have purchased like budget safaris, standard or luxury Tanzania safari.
The duration of an ideal Tanzania safari can take between 5 to 10 days, to ensure you hit all the top spots on your safari. The length though can depend on how long you’d like to stay and enjoy a specific place, hotel, park on your itinerary.
FULL ITINERARY
After breakfast you will be picked up from your hotel and drive directly to Tarangire National park where you will have a prepared picnic lunch proceeding a game drive to the middle of the park, expect to see herds of elephants 10-20 and sometimes up to 30. While on game drive, do not forget to look up to the top of trees as you might spot a leopard but you may also see buffalo, impala, zebras, warthogs, giraffe and many more! You will explore the park till late evening when you will drive to the campsite for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast and loading all camping equipment into the safari vehicle, you will leave the camp and drive to Serengeti via Manyara through rift valley escapements towards the Serengeti national Park. Here you will have the option of visiting a Masai village on your way to the Serengeti but will reach Serengeti by the evening, having an evening game drive towards Nyani Campsite for dinner and overnight.
This day will bring a 6:00am wake up to a hot cup of coffee or tea and then we will leave the camp for morning game viewing in the heart of the Serengeti national park. The ride will provide a beautiful sunrise but be prepared, it can be quite chilly in the morning so forget your warm clothes! Your game drive will continue to mid-day when you will drive back to camp for a fulfilling brunch. After, we will leave the camp for Ngorongoro Conservation and the Simba campsite for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast and packing a picnic lunch, we will take a short drive to the descending gate and drive down to the crater floor, 650 meters deep, for a crater tour; if we’re lucky we’ll see a rhinoceros but the crater is home to numerous other wild animals it being a permanent water supply throughout the year. After lunch, you’ll ascend to the crater rim and return to the camp pick up staff and the drive back to Moshi.
After breakfast you will be picked up from your hotel and drive directly to Tarangire National park where you will have a prepared picnic lunch proceeding a game drive to the middle of the park, expect to see herds of elephants 10-20 and sometimes up to 30. While on game drive, do not forget to look up to the top of trees as you might spot a leopard but you may also see buffalo, impala, zebras, warthogs, giraffe and many more! You will explore the park till late evening when you will drive to the campsite for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast and loading all camping equipment into the safari vehicle, you will leave the camp and drive to Serengeti via Manyara through rift valley escapements towards the Serengeti national Park. Here you will have the option of visiting a Masai village on your way to the Serengeti but will reach Serengeti by the evening, having an evening game drive towards Nyani Campsite for dinner and overnight.
This day will bring a 6:00am wake up to a hot cup of coffee or tea and then we will leave the camp for morning game viewing in the heart of the Serengeti national park. The ride will provide a beautiful sunrise but be prepared, it can be quite chilly in the morning so forget your warm clothes! Your game drive will continue to mid-day when you will drive back to camp for a fulfilling brunch. After, we will leave the camp for Ngorongoro Conservation and the Simba campsite for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast and packing a picnic lunch, we will take a short drive to the descending gate and drive down to the crater floor, 650 meters deep, for a crater tour; if we’re lucky we’ll see a rhinoceros but the crater is home to numerous other wild animals it being a permanent water supply throughout the year. After lunch, you’ll ascend to the crater rim and return to the camp pick up staff and the drive back to Moshi.
INCLUDES
- Transport via 4WD with pop-up roof
- Full Accommodations whilst on safari in Tents/Lodge
- Entry/Park fees
- Airport transfer pick up and drop off if applicable
- Filtered water every day on Safari
EXCLUDES
- All things of a personal nature
- Tips and gratitude for the Driver Guide, cook, and porters in hotel/lodges
- Visas and airport taxes
- International air flight ticket departure taxes
- Laundry Services
GETTING VISA IN TANZANIA
Visa for Tanzania can be obtained via Online Visa Application before arrival or on arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport. All travelers will need a passport which will remain valid for at least 6 months longer than your expected visit. You will also need to present proof that you have a return ticket, and proof that you have sufficient money to support yourself during your stay in Tanzania.
Each traveler is responsible for sorting out their own passport and visa requirements, and we cannot offer much assistance in this matter. If you do not yet have a passport, apply for one early, as they can take some time to arrive. If you already have a passport, double-check when it expires.
While Tanzania is a commonwealth country, UK citizens do need a tourist visa to enter. This is also true for citizens of Australia, New Zealand, India, the United States, Canada, and most EU countries. Citizens of countries not mentioned should contact their nearest embassy or high commission to check visa requirements. Visas usually cost in the neighborhood of $50 (around £40), but some visas from the US can cost $100. Tanzanian visas expire three months after they are issued so be careful not to apply too soon.
Visas can be purchased upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (IATA code: JRO), but you can expect long queues, and for the process to take an extra hour or more. The Tanzanian High Commission has stressed that they have the right to deny visas applied for on arrival. We have never had a report of this happening, but it is a danger best avoided.
For these reasons, we highly recommend that travelers get their visa in advance if at all possible. On the other hand, many US travelers prefer to avoid risking their passports in the mail, and other potential delays, by applying upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
It is also now possible to apply for your Tanzania visa online https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/. Please read the Visa Application Guidelines carefully before beginning your application to ensure you apply for the correct type of visa, and that you are planning on entering Tanzania through one of the approved entry points.
Where to obtain a Tanzanian visa
- In Dar es Salaam: The Office of the Director of Immigration Services
- In Zanzibar: The Office of the Principal Immigration Officer
- Abroad: Any Tanzanian Embassy or High Commission or via the Tanzania Immigration Services website
- Entry points to Tanzania: Any gazette entry point, including international airports, Zanzibar Airport, the port of Kigoma, Horohoro, Sirari, Tunduma, and Nagama
Please be advised that, whilst we make every effort to provide you with accurate and up-to-date information, travel requirements can change quickly and sometimes without notice. We urge you to double-check the visa and passport requirements for your trip, and consult with an embassy or consulate.
OUR BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS
Travel Route Africa terms & conditions – We are registered and Licensed Tanzania Tour Operator under the laws of Tanzania and accepts your bookings under the following terms and conditions.
DEPOSIT & PAYMENT
To secure place, 10% down payment is required to make in advance as per the company policy, the payment will be made via bank transfer or online payment with visa, master card and America express etc.
Deposit and final payments can be made via bank transfer or online payment with your master card or visa card within 30 days’ prior the tour or in cash upon arrival (USD). Please note US dollar notes printed prior to 2001 are not accepted anywhere in Tanzania. Transfer details will be emailed on request.
All bank charges are to be settled by the client respectively. This includes transaction fees charged by our bank. Our bank will not charge a fee for wire transfers but your bank will and there may possibly be a 3rd bank involved. From our experience we see bank fees for wire transfers from $35 – $50. The amount charged for a wire transfer is not dependent on the amount sent.
ONLINE PAYMENT
Payment can be made through our online payment system using credit card at a surcharge of 3.5%.
THE BOOKING
Bookings and ensuing contracts shall be deemed to have been concluded in Moshi, Tanzania and shall be interpreted according to the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania. The Company reserves the right to decline any booking without outlining the reasons for it.
All travelers receive pre-trip information, complete itinerary and on-demand pre-travel advice, via email or directly with our offices for any last minute or personal queries.
In the event of a particular accommodation being unavailable upon booking, accommodation of a similar or higher standard will be substituted.
BOOKING AMENDMENTS
For amendments of existing bookings done by the client/ agent (e.g. departure dates, air tickets, accommodation, number of participants etc) a handling fee of 70 USD per booking applies. The handling fee will be charged in addition to the service provider fees.
CANCELLATIONS
Travel Route Africa entitled to act as an agent or principal with regard to the provision of the services.
Having paid full amount of any trip, you are entitled to incur refund in case if you want to cancel your trip. Still, cancellation charge is invoiced to you. Written notification of your cancellation should be made to cancel any trip. Nevertheless, you are imposed cancellation charge as advised below: –
- 90 – 60 days or more deposit retained
- 59 – 45 days before departure 50% of the TOTAL BOOKING COST shall be refunded.
- 44 – 30 days before departure 75% of the TOTAL BOOKING COST shall be refunded.
- 29 – 01 days before departure 100% no refund of the TBC shall be made.
If Travel Route Africa cancels your trip due to unforeseen circumstances like weather and Pandemics etc. we would be happy to refer your alternative trip of a similar standard. If this doesn’t fit your personal interest, all monies paid by you to our company will be refunded. But remember, any other expenses incurred by you as a result of this booking are entirely your responsibility.
Price From
$ 2,500 / PER PERSON
All Prices are per person in a party of 2 adults sharing a double room. Choose a scheduled date or contact us to set up private dates or a bespoke itinerary. Read our booking terms and conditions for more details.
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Best Time For Safari in Tanzania
The best time to visit Tanzania depends on what wildlife you’d like to spot. The country’s seasons and wildlife numbers are dictated by the rains, so you’ll have a slightly different experience depending on when you choose to visit. Tanzania’s headline attraction is the Great Migration, which occurs year-round across the Serengeti. Many people flock here between July and September for a chance to witness huge herds of wildebeest and zebra crossing the Mara River — panic ensues as they try to avoid the jaws of crocodiles and other predators waiting to pounce. You’ll see lots of vehicles in the park at this time of year, though.
Tanzania’s ‘green season’, between November and March, is much quieter. While there’s a chance of rain showers, it’s a fantastic time for birdwatching as migratory species arrive in their thousands. You’ll also see Great Migration herds with their newly born calves
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Charless G2023-12-18An epic adventure My experience with Travel Route Africa was absolutely fantastic. If you're looking for a travel company that combines expertise, personalization, and top-notch service, look no further. I wholeheartedly recommend them for an unforgettable and stress-free travel experience.Verified
NorthStar544345434442023-12-14Ema My friends and I went on safari with Travel Route and we had an amazing time!! I recommend Travel Route!!Verified
asha M2023-11-05Amazing trip with friends ???? We had an amazing trip to ngorongoro … was such a great experience…. Good customer service…. We spent a whole day enjoying the view of beautiful ngorongoro… we had our favorite lunch… everything was perfect… i hope to bring my family again … thank uVerified
Megz2023-11-02Wonderful Experience!! I really enjoyed spending time with my family visiting the beautiful Tarangire National Park. Tariq and the team were very accommodating and made sure all our need and wishes were catered too hence making the experience one to definitely remember. Looking forward to booking them in the future for a well deserved visit to Serengeti!! would def recommend to anyone looking to enjoy a safari visitVerified
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Charlie R2023-10-15Trip was absolutely amazing, From the Itinerary to the Wildlife our guide was so professional with a lot of stories Highly recommended. Best in the Wild, the team is so friendly makes every guests feel comfortable, very professional and informativeVerified
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