3-Day Tanzania Safari in Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

3 Days Round trip from Tanzania Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Scenic drive from Arusha through the Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Highlands to the Serengeti
  • 02 Game drives in Serengeti National Park in search of lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and more
  • 03 Full-day Serengeti exploration with morning and afternoon game drives and a picnic lunch in the park
  • 04 Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for exceptional wildlife viewing in a natural amphitheatre
  • 05 Chance to spot the endangered black rhino alongside hippos, flamingos, and abundant plains game

Embark on a thrilling 3-day Tanzania safari from Arusha to two of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations: Serengeti National Park and the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Travel through the dramatic Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Highlands before immersing yourself in the Serengeti's endless plains, renowned for big cats, vast herds, and extraordinary birdlife. Enjoy game drives tailored to wildlife movements and sightings, with the chance to witness the Great Serengeti Migration in season, before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable safari on the crater floor.

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, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Serengeti Through the Rift Valley

After breakfast, your safari guide will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha and begin the journey to Serengeti National Park. Travel through the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Highlands before entering the Serengeti.

Depending on road and wildlife conditions, enjoy a game drive en route as you make your way toward the central Serengeti. The park is famous for its endless plains and incredible wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and numerous bird species. During the appropriate season, you may also encounter herds of the Great Serengeti Migration.

Continue to your camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp / Similar
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

2
Day 02

Full-Day Wildlife Safari in Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring the spectacular Serengeti National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. Start early when wildlife is most active and explore the plains in search of lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and abundant birdlife.

Your experienced guide will select the best areas according to wildlife sightings and seasonal movements. During migration periods, you may have the opportunity to see large herds of wildebeests and zebras moving across the plains.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon game drive and returning to camp in the evening.

Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp / Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3
Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Drive Back to Arusha

After an early breakfast, depart from Serengeti and drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy the changing scenery as the endless Serengeti plains give way to the spectacular Ngorongoro Highlands.

Continue to the Ngorongoro Crater and descend approximately 600 meters into the crater for a game drive. Explore the crater floor, searching for lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, flamingos, and, with luck, the endangered black rhino.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before ascending in the afternoon and beginning the drive back to Arusha. Arrive later in the day, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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

  • Airport pickup and drop-off in Arusha
  • Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • All park entrance fees and government taxes
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Drinking water during the safari
  • Picnic lunches on game drive days
  • Camping equipment if staying in camps

What's Not Included

  • International flights to and from Tanzania
  • Visas and travel insurance
  • Personal expenses such as souvenirs, drinks, and tips
  • Sleeping bags, which can be rented for camping
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tipping for guides and staff

What to bring

  • Lightweight, neutral-coloured clothing for daytime
  • Warm clothes for early mornings and evenings
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal toiletries and a quick-dry towel
  • Camera and binoculars
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Small backpack for game drives

Know before you go

  • Game drives can last several hours; flexibility is required for wildlife movements.
  • Safari lodges and camps may have limited power; bring a power bank.
  • Malaria prevention is recommended; consult your doctor before travel.
  • Camping offers basic facilities with shared bathrooms, and tents are provided.
  • Wildlife encounters are guaranteed but never predictable; patience and observation are key.
  • Respect park rules and listen to your guide at all times.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Tanzania.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,300.00 — $1,600.00
Double Sharing $1,300.00 — $1,400.00

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