Day 1 – Arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport, your professional safari guide from Divine Travel Nest Safaris will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha.
Arusha is the gateway to Tanzania’s famous Northern Safari Circuit, making it the perfect starting point for your safari adventure.
You will receive a short safari briefing and have time to relax before your safari begins the following morning.
Accommodation
Ilboru Safari Lodge
Meal Plan
Bed & Breakfast
Day 2 – Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park Safari
After breakfast, you will depart Arusha and drive toward the scenic Lake Manyara National Park, located along the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Lake Manyara is one of Tanzania’s most beautiful parks, known for its diverse habitats including forests, wetlands, and open savannah.
Wildlife in Lake Manyara
During your Lake Manyara safari game drive, you may see:
Tree-climbing lions
Elephants
Zebras
Buffalo
Wildebeest
Hippos
Flamingos
Baboons and monkeys
The park is also famous for birdlife with over 400 bird species recorded.
After lunch and an afternoon game drive, you will continue to Karatu, where you will spend the night at a comfortable safari lodge.
Accommodation
Marera Valley Lodge
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 – Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Today you will explore one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife destinations — the Ngorongoro Crater.
The crater formed more than two million years ago when a massive volcano collapsed, creating a unique ecosystem filled with wildlife.
Descending into the crater floor offers one of the most unforgettable safari experiences in Tanzania.
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
The crater is home to one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa.
Animals commonly seen include:
Lions
Elephants
Buffalo
Zebras
Wildebeest
Gazelles
Hyenas
Ngorongoro is also one of the best places in East Africa to see the endangered black rhino.
After lunch and an extensive game drive, you will return to your lodge in Karatu.
Accommodation
Marera Valley Lodge
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 – Tarangire National Park Safari & Return to Arusha
After breakfast, you will depart for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most underrated wildlife destinations.
The park is famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees.
Tarangire is named after the Tarangire River, which serves as a vital water source for wildlife during the dry season.
Wildlife in Tarangire National Park
During your Tarangire safari game drive, you may encounter:
Large elephant families
Lions
Leopards
Giraffes
Zebras
Buffalo
Warthogs
Tarangire is also a paradise for bird lovers with over 550 bird species recorded.
After lunch and a final game drive, you will return to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable 4 days Tanzania safari.