Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Serengeti Safari with Ngorongoro Crater Game Drives

3 Days Round trip from Serengeti Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the vast plains of Serengeti National Park on guided game drives
  • 02 Discover the Big Five and rich wildlife diversity across iconic savannahs
  • 03 Experience sunrise and sunset safaris in one of Africa's most famous parks
  • 04 Enjoy a scenic journey through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Explore the iconic Serengeti on a three-day safari filled with unforgettable wildlife encounters. Travel across vast plains, enjoy guided game drives, and search for the Big Five in Tanzania's most famous national park. Witness dramatic landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and abundant animal life from sunrise to sunset. This short safari is ideal for travellers seeking an authentic Serengeti experience with expert guides, comfortable camps, and a carefully planned itinerary that maximises wildlife viewing in limited time.

Enter the Serengeti and witness the vast plains stretching across the horizon.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Languages Arabic, English, French, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Central Serengeti via Ngorongoro

  • Depart early from Arusha and travel through the scenic highlands.
  • Pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to Serengeti National Park.
  • Enter the Serengeti and witness the vast plains stretching across the horizon.
  • Enjoy a game drive while travelling through the park.
  • Spot elephants, giraffes, and Serengeti's famous big cats.
  • Have lunch during the journey.
  • Arrive at the camp or lodge and settle in.
  • Have dinner.

Overnight in Central Serengeti.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Serengeti Wildlife Exploration

  • Wake up early to sunrise over the Serengeti plains.
  • Have breakfast at the camp.
  • Spend the day on extensive game drives across different regions of the park.
  • Explore open savannahs, rocky kopjes, rivers, and waterholes.
  • Spot lions, cheetahs, wildebeest, zebras, and other wildlife species.
  • Have lunch during the safari.
  • Continue wildlife viewing in the afternoon.
  • Return to camp in the evening.
  • Have dinner.

Overnight in Serengeti.

3
Day 03

Serengeti to Arusha via Ngorongoro Crater

  • Have breakfast at the camp.
  • Enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti National Park.
  • Travel towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive on the crater floor.
  • Observe diverse wildlife, including elephants, zebras, wildebeest, and predators.
  • Have lunch during the journey.
  • Drive back to Arusha.
  • Transfer to your hotel or drop-off point in Arusha.
Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater floor, Arusha highlands

Where this trip takes you

Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater floor, Arusha highlands

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Serengeti 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Round-trip transfers from Arusha
  • Four-wheel-drive safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Serengeti National Park entry fees
  • Full-board meals during the safari
  • Tented camp or lodge accommodation
  • Bottled water during game drives

What's Not Included

  • International flights to Tanzania
  • Travel or medical insurance
  • Tips for guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities
  • Alcoholic beverages

What to bring

  • Neutral-coloured long-sleeved beige or khaki clothing for sun protection and blending into the environment
  • Binoculars for spotting distant wildlife such as cheetahs and birds
  • Sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat for protection in the open savannah
  • Insect repellent for evenings near rivers and grasslands
  • Camera with zoom lens for capturing the Great Migration and the Big Five
  • Reusable water bottle to stay hydrated during game drives
  • Light jacket for cool early mornings and evenings

Know before you go

  • This safari combines adventure and comfort with well-planned daily schedules.
  • Game drives cover diverse ecosystems across Serengeti National Park.
  • Wildlife sightings include opportunities to spot the Big Five.
  • Sunrise and sunset views enhance the overall safari experience.
  • Professional guides share detailed knowledge of wildlife behaviour and migration patterns.
  • Accommodation and logistics are organised to ensure a stress-free journey.
  • The itinerary is designed to maximise wildlife viewing without feeling rushed.
  • This safari is ideal for travellers seeking a short yet immersive Serengeti experience.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kilimanjaro International Airport, Kilimanjaro Airport Road, Tanzania
Tour start
Serengeti, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Serengeti.

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