Tanzania · Luxury Safari

3-Day Tanzania Great Migration Safari with Ngorongoro Crater

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Observe the wildebeest migration and calving season in Serengeti Ndutu
  • 02 Stay on the Ngorongoro Crater Rim for an early descent into the crater
  • 03 Get a chance to view the Big Five at Ngorongoro Crater
  • 04 Marvel at giant crocodiles near the Gurmeti River

Embark on a 3-day luxury safari to witness Tanzania's iconic Great Migration and explore the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the calving season as herds of wildebeests and zebras roam the Serengeti Ndutu, then continue to the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest uninterrupted caldera and one of the Natural Wonders of Africa.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of the calving season as herds of wildebeests and zebras roam the Serengeti Ndutu, then continue to the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest uninterrupted caldera and one of the Natural Wonders of Africa.

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 Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Serengeti Ndutu for the Great Migration

  • After being picked up from your accommodation in Arusha, travel to Serengeti Ndutu to see wildlife, with a focus on the Great Migration. Enjoy lunch in a comfortable spot inside the park.
  • Continue with a game drive in the afternoon before arriving at the camp.
  • The Great Migration is the biggest herd movement of zebras, wildebeests, and other animals gathering for the calving season. This is the time when wildebeests give birth. Every year, mid-December to early April is the ideal time to visit.

Accommodation: Ndutu Heritage Camp

2
Day 02

Great Migration in Serengeti Ndutu and Transfer to Ngorongoro Rim

  • Today, wake up early and enjoy the Great Migration in Serengeti Ndutu.
  • Then, in the afternoon, depart for Ngorongoro for your overnight stay at accommodation located on the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. This gives you the chance to descend into the crater early the next morning and see many animals while they are still more active.
  • The Great Migration is the largest herd movement of wildebeests, zebras, and other animals gathering together for the calving season. Wildebeests give birth at this time. The best time to visit is from mid-December to early April every year.

Accommodation: Tortilis Ngorongoro Camp

3
Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drives and Return to Arusha

  • After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for game drives. Once the game drives are finished, transfer back to Arusha town, where the safari ends.
  • This park contains the largest uninterrupted caldera in the world and is one of the Natural Wonders of Africa.

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

  • All applicable park entry fees as per the program
  • Government taxes and local levies
  • Unlimited game drives and all activities, unless labelled as optional
  • Services of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the airport
  • Picnic lunch or hot lunch on safari, depending on the onward program
  • Meals on a full-board basis and accommodation on safari, unless listed as an upgrade, as indicated in the shared program
  • Unlimited drinking water, as specified in the day-by-day section
  • Refreshments during the safari in the safari vehicle
  • Private transport in a customized pop-up-top 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with charging plugs for mobile phones and cameras, an intercooler to keep drinks cold, and a full AC system

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Domestic flight
  • Medical/luggage insurance
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10-20 per person per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
  • Any extra orders at meals are not included. Set-menu meals are part of the package.

What to bring

  • Camera and memory cards
  • Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
  • Sturdy boots or sandals
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • T-shirts or polo shirts (2-5, depending on how often you want to change)
  • Lightweight long-sleeved shirts
  • Shorts
  • Long trousers
  • Socks
  • Sleepwear
  • Travel towel
  • Thermal underwear, gloves, and a warm hat (during May-Sept)
  • Raincoat and rain trousers (during the rainy season, Mar-May and Oct-Dec)
  • Binoculars
  • Sunscreen
  • Wet wipes
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
  • Malaria tablets
  • Flashlight or headlamp
  • Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc.
  • Power adapter to fit the UK-style electrical socket

Know before you go

  • This tour starts and ends in Arusha.
  • The operator can help you select your international or domestic flights, but you must book them yourself.
  • Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - check price) near Arusha, or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi, Kenya.
  • A transfer to and from the airport is included.
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room €1,223.00 — €2,563.00
Double Sharing €1,223.00 — €1,722.00

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