Get ready for an unforgettable 4-day Serengeti Safari from Moshi, where adventure meets nature in Tanzania’s most famous wildlife destinations. Starting with an exciting game drive in Serengeti National Park, you'll explore the vast plains home to Africa’s Big 5. The journey continues to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most unique ecosystems, filled with diverse wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. This safari is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone looking to immerse themselves in the heart of Africa’s natural beauty.
Morning: Your safari guide will pick you up early from your hotel in Moshi. Begin the journey to Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area (around 6-7 hours' drive). En route, you will pass through scenic landscapes, including the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Afternoon: Stop at the Ngorongoro Crater Rim for stunning views (if desired). Continue the journey to Serengeti, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive to explore the park’s vast plains, home to wildebeest, zebras, lions, and more.
Evening: Check-in to your accommodation (either a lodge or a tented camp). Enjoy dinner and relax after your first exciting game drive.
Morning: Begin your day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti, which is the best time to spot predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. You'll also have the chance to see large herds of herbivores like elephants and buffalo.
Midday: Return to your camp or lodge for lunch and some relaxation. Take in the beautiful surroundings of the Serengeti.
Afternoon: Head out for another exciting afternoon game drive, exploring more areas of the Serengeti. The park’s diverse wildlife, including giraffes, antelopes, and over 500 species of birds, will continue to amaze you.
Evening: Return to your accommodation for a sundowner and dinner. If staying at a tented camp, you may enjoy a bush dinner under the stars.
Morning: Start your day with a sunrise game drive in the Serengeti, a perfect opportunity to see animals like lions on the hunt or a pride of lions basking in the sun.
Midday: After the morning drive, enjoy lunch at a designated spot within the park or back at your camp/lodge.
Afternoon: Depart for the Ngorongoro Crater, which is around 3-4 hours from Serengeti. You’ll check into your accommodation near the crater’s rim, offering magnificent views of the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Evening: Relax and enjoy dinner at your lodge or camp with views over the crater.
Morning: After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. The crater is teeming with wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, lions, flamingos, and the endangered black rhino.
Midday: Enjoy a game drive on the crater floor. After a fulfilling safari experience, enjoy a picnic lunch within the crater.
Afternoon: After lunch, start your journey back to Moshi, which will take approximately 4-5 hours by car.
Evening: You will arrive in Moshi in the late afternoon or early evening. Your safari guide will drop you off at your hotel or the airport to conclude your unforgettable 4-day Serengeti safari.
Accommodation Options: Depending on your budget, you can choose from luxury lodges, mid-range lodges, or budget tented camps. Popular options include Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, Four Seasons Serengeti, and Kati Kati Tented Camp.
Best Time to Visit: The dry season (June to October) is ideal for wildlife viewing. The wet season (November to April) offers fewer tourists, newborn animals, and excellent bird watching.
Optional Add-Ons:
Day 1: Depart from Moshi to Serengeti, with a game drive upon arrival.
Day 2: Full day of game drives in Serengeti National Park.
Day 3: Morning game drive in Serengeti, then travel to Ngorongoro Crater.
Day 4: Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, then return to Moshi.