Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari with Olduvai Gorge

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the historic Olduvai Gorge, the cradle of humankind
  • 02 Spot iconic wildlife including lions, elephants, zebras, and cheetahs
  • 03 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater to observe diverse animal species in a unique ecosystem
  • 04 Visit scenic spots such as Lake Magadi, Lerai Forest, and Ngoitokitok Swamp

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day safari adventure from Moshi or Arusha to Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. Discover the prehistoric site of Olduvai Gorge, explore the endless plains of Serengeti teeming with wildlife such as lions, elephants, and cheetahs, and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for close encounters with diverse animal species. Enjoy guided game drives, breathtaking landscapes, and full-board accommodation at scenic public campsites.

Discover the prehistoric site of Olduvai Gorge, explore the endless plains of Serengeti teeming with wildlife such as lions, elephants, and cheetahs, and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for close encounters with diverse animal species.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Moshi/Arusha to Serengeti via Ngorongoro and Olduvai Gorge

  • Depart from Moshi or Arusha after an early breakfast.
  • Drive through scenic landscapes and ascend the Ngorongoro Highlands.
  • Visit Olduvai Gorge, the world-famous archaeological site where Dr. Louis Leakey and Mary Leakey discovered early hominid fossils, including Zinjanthropus.
  • Enjoy packed lunch boxes en route.
  • Enter Serengeti National Park and begin an afternoon game drive.
  • Spot a variety of wildlife including lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, and giraffes.
  • Proceed to Seronera Campsite for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (lunch box), Dinner
Accommodation: Seronera Campsite

2
Day 02

Half-Day Serengeti Game Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

  • Wake up early and have breakfast at the campsite.
  • Begin a half-day game drive across the vast Serengeti plains, which span 14,763 square kilometers.
  • Explore the central region where wildlife viewing is abundant and consistent.
  • Watch for lions, cheetahs, elephants, hippos, buffaloes, gazelles, and more.
  • Have a picnic lunch en route.
  • Exit Serengeti and drive toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Arrive at Simba Campsite on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (lunch box), Dinner
Accommodation: Simba Campsite

3
Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Return to Moshi/Arusha

  • Wake up early and take breakfast at the campsite.
  • Descend into Ngorongoro Crater at 6:30 a.m. for a morning game drive.
  • Discover the unique ecosystem where humans and wildlife coexist peacefully.
  • Observe a dense concentration of wildlife including lions, elephants, hippos, warthogs, wildebeests, zebras, and rare black rhinos.
  • Visit Lake Magadi, Lerai Forest, and Ngoitokitok Swamp.
  • Enjoy packed lunch at a designated picnic site within the crater.
  • Begin the drive back to Moshi or Arusha after lunch.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (lunch box)
Accommodation: End of safari (no overnight stay)

Olduvai Gorge, Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Olduvai Gorge, Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 5 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport in a modified 4WD Land Cruiser or Land Rover with a photographic roof.
  • Services of a professional guide and chef.
  • All wildlife reserve entry fees.
  • All camping gear (please bring your own sleeping bags).
  • Three meals per day during the trip.
  • All game drives as specified in the itinerary.
  • Airport transfer and drop-off.
  • All taxes and VAT.
  • Drinking water during the safari (2 litres per person per day).
  • Concession and camping fees.

What's Not Included

  • International airfare and flights.
  • Personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, and similar expenses.
  • Gratuities for the safari guide and camp staff.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and beverages at the camp.
  • Any government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kilimanjaro International Airport, Kilimanjaro Airport Road, 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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