Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Camping Safari with Big Five Game Drives

3 Days Round trip from Tanzania Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Witness the Great Migration across the expansive Serengeti plains
02 Track the Big Five, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos
03 Experience camping under the stars with authentic campfire dinners at Nyani and Simba Campsites
04 Explore the stunning Ngorongoro Crater and observe diverse wildlife in its unique ecosystem

Embark on a thrilling 3-day camping safari in Tanzania through the legendary Serengeti National Park and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the Great Migration, spot the Big Five, and observe lions, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, and wildebeest in their natural habitat. Enjoy immersive game drives, camp under the stars at Nyani and Simba Campsites, and gather around campfires for authentic meals. This adventure offers unforgettable wildlife encounters and stunning landscapes for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and safari lovers alike.

Camp overnight under the stars and enjoy a campfire dinner.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Drive to Serengeti and Game Viewing En Route

Early morning pick-up from your hotel in Arusha or Karatu.
Enjoy a scenic drive to Serengeti National Park, passing through Ngorongoro.
Enter the park via Naabi Hill Gate.
Enjoy a game drive en route to your accommodation.
Spot the Big Five and large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles.
Arrive at Nyani Campsite in the late afternoon.

Camp overnight under the stars and enjoy a campfire dinner.

Day 02

Serengeti Game Drive and Transfer to Ngorongoro Highlands

Enjoy a hearty breakfast prepared by the chef.
Set out on an early morning game drive in Serengeti National Park.
Spot wildlife including lions, leopards, and cheetahs, and possibly witness the Great Migration.
Spend the day exploring and immersing yourself in the Serengeti plains.
Depart in the afternoon for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Camp overnight at Simba Campsite on the crater rim, offering stunning views of Ngorongoro Crater.

Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

Descend early in the morning into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
Explore the crater floor, home to the Big Five, flamingos, and numerous other wildlife species.
Enjoy a morning of wildlife viewing and photography.
Ascend from the crater and begin the return journey to Arusha.
Arrive in the late afternoon and conclude the safari with a hotel drop-off.