Kenya, Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari with Wildebeest Migration

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

Lions spotted in Serengeti National Park

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy a full day of game driving along the Serengeti plains, encountering a diverse array of wildlife
02 Marvel at the awe-inspiring sight of millions of wildebeest moving across the Serengeti
03 Explore Ngorongoro Crater on a memorable safari drive
04 Spot the Big Five and enjoy a picnic lunch

Renowned as a safari paradise, Tanzania boasts breathtaking scenery, rich wildlife, and vibrant cultures. This journey takes you to the Serengeti, a sanctuary for many species, from majestic lions to graceful cheetahs, and offers the chance to witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of the annual wildebeest migration. You will also explore the Ngorongoro Crater, where magnificent vistas and wildlife thriving in their natural habitat create a memorable safari experience.

Enjoy a full-day game drive along the Serengeti plains, home to elusive lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, eland, wild dogs, gazelles, and crocodiles.

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 No

Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Swedish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Serengeti National Park Safari

Pick up from your hotel in Arusha, and then enjoy a 3-4 hour game drive on the way to Serengeti National Park. Serengeti is mostly regarded as the holy mecca of wildlife due to its vast host of a wide range of wildlife in the park.
You will encounter a variety of wildlife and enjoy the view and weather of the park.

Accommodation: Serengeti Acacia Camp

Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Enjoy a full-day game drive along the Serengeti plains, home to elusive lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, eland, wild dogs, gazelles, and crocodiles.
Serengeti National Park is the busiest park in Africa and the world, hosting one of the biggest shows, the Great Wildebeest Migration. During the migration, millions of wildebeest move from one sector of Serengeti to another. However, the most remarkable moment is when the wildebeest cross the Mara River to Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, while thousands of predators such as lions and crocodiles follow in search of prey. The wildebeest migration is one of the most famous activities that makes Serengeti National Park one of the most famous parks not only in Africa but in the whole world, winning top tourism awards as one of the most visited destinations worldwide.

Accommodation: Serengeti Acacia Camp

Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

Take an early drive to Ngorongoro Crater for the day's tour. After the game drive, you will drive back to Arusha and arrive in the evening, where you will be dropped off at your hotel.

Accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.

Where this trip takes you

Serengeti plains, Mara River crossings, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Arusha 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Park fees (for non-residents)
All activities (unless labelled as optional)
All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
All taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (on all days)

What's Not Included

International flights (from/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
The government-imposed increase of taxes and park fees

What to bring

Passport, itinerary, travel insurance documents, and e-tickets
Camera, video equipment, and binoculars (if you have any)
Clothes (casual but comfortable) and toiletries
Preventative pharmaceuticals
This is just a fancy way of saying 'meds' - stuff you need just in case the worst happens: diarrhoea, headaches, heartburn, insect repellent, hand sanitiser, bites (antihistamine), indigestion, sore throat (lozenges), eye drops, and, most importantly, anti-malarial tablets.

Know before you go

Enjoy the comfortable and attractive scenery found in Tanzania. The northern circuit has very beautiful national parks, and a lot of wonder awaits you. This is a safari of extraordinary experiences exploring the natural wonders found in Tanzania. With a very professional guide, visit Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Parks.

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