4 Days Tanzania Safari: Tarangire & Serval Wildlife

Nairobi → Arusha → Tarangire → Serval Wildlife → Nairobi

About This Safari

This 4-day private safari takes you through two of Tanzania's highlights—Tarangire National Park and the exclusive Serval Wildlife Sanctuary. Experience large elephant herds, scenic savannahs, and close wildlife encounters including giraffes, zebras, and more in a peaceful conservation setting. Enjoy game drives, picnic lunches in nature, and relaxing evenings in comfortable accommodation. A short but unforgettable journey combining wildlife adventure, scenic beauty, and private comfort.

Duration4 Days / 3 Nights
Trip stylePrivate Safari
Private / sharedEither, on request
PriceQuoted for your dates

Who This Safari Is For

  • Travelers with limited time, or adding a safari to Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar
  • First-time safari travelers

Route

Nairobi → Arusha → Tarangire → Serval Wildlife → Nairobi

Parks and places: Tarangire, Serval Wildlife, Arusha.

Day by Day

Day 1: Pick Up From Nairobi - Arusha

Upon arrival in Nairobi, our professional guide will warmly welcome you and assist with your private shuttle transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Arusha. The scenic road transfer takes approximately 5-6 hours depending on border and traffic conditions. Along the journey, enjoy beautiful views of the countryside and landscapes connecting Kenya and Tanzania. Upon arrival in Arusha City, relax and rest at your accommodation as you prepare for exciting safari journey to Tarangire National Park.

Accommodation: Masailand Safari Lodge
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, the safari adventure begins as safari guide drives about 2-2.5 hours from Arusha to beautiful Tarangire National Park. As game drive begins, you may encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalo, warthogs, impalas, and many colorful bird species roaming across the savannah among Tarangire's famous ancient baobab trees. Around midday, enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush, surrounded by peaceful sounds of nature — a special moment of dining in African wilderness. After exciting day of wildlife viewing, return back to Arusha for relaxing evening.

Accommodation: Masailand Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast | Picnic Lunch in Tarangire | Dinner

Day 3: Serval Wildlife Experience

After breakfast at Masailand Arusha, picked up by safari guide and drive to exclusive Serval Wildlife Sanctuary, a private conservation area offering close and ethical wildlife encounters. Upon arrival, welcomed and introduced to sanctuary experience. Enjoy guided interaction sessions with rescued wildlife, including giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and ostriches. This is rare opportunity to feed and observe animals at close range in safe and well-managed environment. During the day, enjoy photography moments, guided walking experiences, and relaxation time within sanctuary's beautiful natural setting. The atmosphere is peaceful, private, and perfect for slow travel enjoyment.

Accommodation: Serval Wildlife Sanctuary
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 4: Departure Day - Nairobi

Start morning with relaxed breakfast surrounded by nature and peaceful wildlife sounds. Enjoy final interactive experiences at Serval Wildlife Sanctuary, including animal feeding sessions, photography opportunities, and optional short guided walks within the sanctuary. Take time to fully enjoy calm and exclusive environment while capturing final memorable moments of this unique wildlife experience. Later in afternoon, begin scenic drive to Nairobi City, which takes approximately 6 to 7 hours depending on border crossing and traffic conditions. Guide will transfer you comfortably from Serval Wildlife Sanctuary to Nairobi for connecting flight back home.

Accommodation: N/A
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Accommodation

  • Masailand Safari Lodge (days 1, 2)
  • Serval Wildlife Sanctuary (day 3)

Lodges are subject to availability; we confirm them, or equivalents of the same standard, in your quote.

Meals & Activities

Meals are listed for each day in the itinerary above. Activities on this trip include game drives in Tarangire, game drives in Serval Wildlife.

What's Included

Included

  • Airport pickup & drop-off by safari guide
  • 4x4 safari transfers with professional guide
  • 3 nights Stay (Masailand Safari Lodge & Serval Lodge)
  • All meals as per itinerary including bush picnic lunches
  • Park fees for Tarangire
  • Serval Wildlife Activities
  • Pickup & Drop-off to Nairobi City

Not included

  • International & domestic flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses (tips, souvenirs, drinks, laundry)
  • Optional activities not included in itinerary

Best Time to Go

  • Tarangire: best in the dry season (June to October), when elephants gather along the river.

Optional Upgrades

  • Upgrade to a higher accommodation level, or swap specific lodges
  • Add extra nights in the parks you enjoy most
  • Fly between parks instead of driving to save time
  • Finish with a Zanzibar beach extension

Add Zanzibar After Your Safari

A short flight takes you from Arusha or the Serengeti to Zanzibar for three to five nights on the beach. We coordinate it as one journey.

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Questions About This Safari

Can this safari be changed?

Yes. You can follow this itinerary as written or change the length, the lodges, the parks or the pace. Tell us what you would like and we will send an adjusted itinerary and price.

Is it private or shared?

Tell us which you prefer. A private safari gives you your own vehicle and driver-guide; a shared safari lowers the cost. We will quote the option you choose for your dates.

When is the best time to do this safari?

Tarangire: best in the dry season (June to October), when elephants gather along the river.

What is not included?

Not included: International & domestic flights; Tanzania visa; Travel insurance; Personal expenses (tips, souvenirs, drinks, laundry); Optional activities not included in itinerary.

How do payment and cancellation work?

A 30% deposit confirms your booking and the balance is due 60 days before arrival (full payment if you book within 60 days). Accepted payment methods are listed on your written quote. See our Booking Terms for full details. Cancellations must be made in writing. More than 60 days before departure: full refund minus a 10% administrative fee. 31–60 days: 50% refund. 15–30 days: 25% refund. Less than 15 days: no refund. We strongly recommend travel insurance. Full details are in our Booking Terms.

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