Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Luxury Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari with Crater Rim Stay

3 Days Round trip from Tanzania Easy pace

Spot the majestic lions at Serengeti National Park

Witness the unique reptiles at Ngorongoro Crater

Explore the birdlife at Serengeti National Park

Witness the enchanting Wildebeest Migration

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Marvel at the awe-inspiring herds of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope migrating across Serengeti National Park
02 Encounter Africa's iconic Big 5 amid the Serengeti's vast plains
03 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest caldera, to discover dense wildlife concentrations and extraordinary landscapes
04 Stay overnight on the Ngorongoro Crater Rim for an early morning crater descent

Embark on a 3-day unforgettable journey through Tanzania's iconic Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the epic migration of wildebeest and zebra, encounter fierce predators in their natural habitat, and explore the world's largest caldera brimming with diverse wildlife. Experience thrilling game drives, breathtaking landscapes, and comfortable lodge stays that bring you closer to nature's wonders.

Serengeti is well known for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest.

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, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Serengeti Game Drives

You'll be picked up from your lodge and depart for Serengeti National Park for game drives, carrying lunch boxes.
Once we finish the game drive, we will transfer you to the lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.
Serengeti is well known for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. Be ready to see resident predators such as leopard, cheetah, and lion, fulfilling their role in the circle of life.

Day 02

Early Serengeti Safari and Transfer to Ngorongoro Rim

Today, wake up early and enjoy magical game drives in Serengeti National Park.
Then in the afternoon, depart for Ngorongoro for an overnight stay at the accommodation located on the Ngorongoro Crater Rim.
This gives you the chance to descend inside the crater the next day in the early morning and see many animals when they are still more active.
Serengeti is well known for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. Be ready to see resident predators including leopard, cheetah, and lion, fulfilling their role in the circle of life.

Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

After breakfast, we'll descend inside Ngorongoro Crater for game drives.
Once we finish the game drives, we will transfer you to Arusha, where we will finish our safari.
This park constitutes the largest uninterrupted caldera in the world and is one of the Natural Wonders of Africa.

Where this trip takes you

Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater Rim, Arusha

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Park fees (for non-residents)
All activities (unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
All taxes/VAT
Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Local flights

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 per person per day)
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

Camera
Sunscreen
Sunglasses

Know before you go

Rates per person: the rates provided are per individual and do not include international flights to and from your home country.

Child policy: this tour is suitable for children aged 3 years and older.

Park fees: all park fees are included, but any government-imposed increases in taxes or fees are not covered.

Tipping: gratuities for guides and staff are not included; a guideline of US$10.00 per person per day is suggested.

Accommodation: the tour includes specified accommodations; any additional accommodation before or after the safari is not included.

Personal expenses: personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance, and visa fees are not covered.

This 3-day safari gives you a chance to witness amazing animals and sleep in luxury accommodations. With Serengeti Smile, you will be immersed in the unspoiled nature of real Africa. You will see wild animals up close and take photos of the wonderful landscapes of Tanzania. All this comes with the assistance of a tour operator based in Arusha, full board on safaris, a personal English-speaking guide, and private use of a 4x4 Jeep with mineral water, power sockets, and binoculars.

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