4 Days Tanzania Budget Safari

Name: 4 Days Tanzania Budget Safari
Brand: Safari Under The Sky
Price: 1494 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

5/5 2 reviews 4 days · 3 nights Tanzania Arusha, Serengeti

From $1,494 USD
Per person sharing

About this tour

This 4-day budget wildlife safari is a concentrated journey into the heart of Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes, designed for travelers seeking a profound wilderness experience on a shorter timeline. The adventure focuses on two world-renowned destinations: the endless, wildlife-rich plains of the Serengeti National Park and the unparalleled natural amphitheater of the Ngorongoro Crater.

Traveling in a private 4×4 vehicle with a pop-up roof, you’ll spend your days tracking the Big Five and witnessing the dramatic cycles of predator and prey. This efficient itinerary maximizes game viewing time, offering a genuine and immersive safari experience that includes all park fees, meals, accommodations, and the expertise of a professional guide, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable Tanzanian adventure.

Customization: This tour can be customised
Duration: 4 days
Minimum age: 3 years
Countries: Tanzania
Comfort level: Budget
Physical level: Moderate

What to expect

Track the Big Five across two of Africa's most famous ecosystems.
Experience full-day game drives in the vast, iconic Serengeti plains.
Descend into the unique, wildlife-packed Ngorongoro Crater.
Search for the Great Migration herds (season-dependent) in the Serengeti.
Travel in a private, purpose-built safari Land Cruiser with an expert guide.
Enjoy all meals, accommodations, and park fees included in the tour cost.

Getting there

This tour starts in Serengeti and ends in Ngorongoro Crater.
Your flight should arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).

Best for

Family

Trip itinerary

Airport pickup · ≈ 3 h 30 min · 138 km Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) → Serengeti by 4×4 Land Cruiser

Day 1 · Start

Serengeti

After an early breakfast at your hotel in Arusha, you will meet your guide and embark on…

4×4 Land Cruiser 1 meal

After an early breakfast at your hotel in Arusha, you will meet your guide and embark on the scenic drive towards the legendary Serengeti National Park. The journey takes you through the highlands and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering stunning vistas. Upon entering the Serengeti, you will immediately begin your first game drive in this vast ecosystem, renowned for its immense herds and high density of predators. The afternoon is dedicated to exploring the central Seronera region, a wildlife-rich area. As the sun sets, you will head to your designated camp or lodge within the park for dinner and your first night under the African sky.

Main activities: Game Drive
Transport: 4×4 Land Cruiser
Meals: Dinner
Drinks: Mineral water

Accommodation

Maasai Eco Boma Lodge

Lodge

No transfer · another full day in Serengeti

Day 2

Serengeti

This entire day is devoted to exploring the endless horizons of the Serengeti.

4×4 Land Cruiser 3 meals

This entire day is devoted to exploring the endless horizons of the Serengeti. You may start with an early morning game drive when animals are most active. Your guide will tailor the day's route, potentially following the tracks of the Great Migration (dependent on season) or seeking out resident prides of lions, leopards, and cheetahs. You will enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site within the park. The afternoon offers another opportunity for game viewing in different sectors before returning to your accommodation to relive the day's sightings.

Main activities: Game Drive
Transport: 4×4 Land Cruiser
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tanzania Bush Camps Mara River Camp

≈ 6 h · 238 km Serengeti → Ngorongoro CA by 4×4 Land Cruiser

Day 3

Ngorongoro CA

After a final morning game drive or a leisurely breakfast in the Serengeti, you will…

4×4 Land Cruiser 3 meals

After a final morning game drive or a leisurely breakfast in the Serengeti, you will begin your journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive itself is picturesque, crossing the plains and ascending onto the crater's forested rim. You will arrive at your lodge or camp on the crater rim in time for lunch, with the afternoon free to relax and enjoy the breathtaking views from the edge of this natural wonder. This provides a tranquil interlude and a chance to prepare for the grand finale of your safari tomorrow.

Main activities: Bird Watching, Game Drive, Photographing
Transport: 4×4 Land Cruiser
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tanzania Bush Camps Central Serengeti

Tented camp

≈ 3 h 35 min · 144 km Ngorongoro CA → Ngorongoro Crater by 4×4 Land Cruiser

Day 4 · End

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, you will descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of…

4×4 Land Cruiser 3 meals

After an early breakfast, you will descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a self-contained ecosystem teeming with wildlife, including the rare black rhino, lions, elephants, and flocks of flamingos on Lake Magadi. You will enjoy a full morning of game driving on the crater floor, followed by a picnic lunch by the Hippo Pool. In the late afternoon, you will ascend the crater and begin your journey back to Arusha town or directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.

Main activities: Game Drive
Transport: 4×4 Land Cruiser
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tour price

2026

TravellersPrice per person sharing

2 people $1,898 USD
3 people $1,645 USD
4 people $1,494 USD

Please note:

Prices are per person sharing (ask the tour organiser for more price information).
Accommodation listed on this tour is subject to availability and may change depending on the time of booking.
The price of this tour may also depend on government-imposed charges. Please be in touch with the organiser of this tour when enquiring.

Departure dates

Join one of these small-group departures, or ask for your own dates.

Jan 3 Sun 3 Jan – Wed 6 Jan 2027 Available From $1,898
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Jan 9 Sat 9 Jan – Tue 12 Jan 2027 Available From $1,898
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Jan 15 Fri 15 Jan – Mon 18 Jan 2027 Available From $1,898
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Jan 21 Thu 21 Jan – Sun 24 Jan 2027 Available From $1,898
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Jan 27 Wed 27 Jan – Sat 30 Jan 2027 Available From $1,898
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Feb 9 Tue 9 Feb – Fri 12 Feb 2027 Available From $1,898
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Feb 21 Sun 21 Feb – Wed 24 Feb 2027 Available From $1,898
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Feb 27 Sat 27 Feb – Tue 2 Mar 2027 Available From $1,898
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Mar 3 Wed 3 Mar – Sat 6 Mar 2027 Available From $1,898
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Mar 9 Tue 9 Mar – Fri 12 Mar 2027 Available From $1,898
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What is included

Price includes

Park Fees
All Accommodations
All meals
All transport
A professional guide

Price excludes

International Flight
Additional Accommodation after Safari
Personal Item expense
Alcoholic Drinks
Tips
Additional excursions
Visa Fees
Medical & Travel Insurance

Payment terms

Payments

Deposit: Typically 30% at time of booking (unless otherwise specified).
Balance: Due 60 days before departure.
If booking is made within 60 days of departure, full payment is due immediately.
Payments can be made via bank transfer, credit card (fees apply), or other agreed methods.
Reservations are not secured until the deposit is received.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation by Client

Fees apply from the day written notice is received:

Days Before Departure Cancellation Fee 60+ days Loss of deposit 59-45 days 50% of total cost 44-30 days 75% of total cost Less than 30 days 100% of total cost

Special notes:

No refunds for unused services (including no-shows or early departures).
Cancellation must be emailed.

Cancellation by Company

We may cancel for safety, weather, operational issues, or force majeure.
Client will be offered:
- Alternative tour of similar value; or
- Full refund of sums paid.
We are not liable for additional costs clients incur (flights, visas, hotels) due to cancellation.

Travel insurance

We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering:

Medical expenses;
Emergency evacuation;
Trip cancellation/interruption;
Personal effects.

Insurance is mandatory for certain activities (e.g., hot-air ballooning, mountain climbing).

Additional information

Infants must sit in laps: Infants are required to sit on an adult's lap during the tour/activity.

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Andrew
Sep 29, 2024

Safari under the sky is the best safari company. Our safari guide was very friendly and he gave us informative details about anything we asked for. We booked a 7 days safari to witness the big 5 and the great wildebeest migration. What is I can say is, the guide did a good job to make sure our safari experience goes smoothly. We saw dozens wildlife and our favourite part was to see leopard relaxing on the acacia tree.In general, our experience in Tanzania was absolutely a life-changing experience.
Marianne Hoffspak
Sep 29, 2024

My family and I booked a 5 day safari with Safari under the sky company. We had an amazing time! Moses is incredibly knowledgable and did everything he could to ensure we had a great experience. He would always ask what animals we wanted to see the next day and try to find them for us (but never over-promised). We spent so much time out in the plains, exploring and seeing as many animals as we could. The food was fantastic and they were able to accommodate a gluten free diet, which is a rare find! We still talk about this incredible experience and encourage anyone who's looking for a good, professional tour to book with Safari under the sky!