Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari

3 days—Experience the best of Tanzania in 3 days—Serengeti game drives and Ngorongoro Crater safari. Group tours from $660. Private options also available.

$660-1500 USD

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Safari summary

Epic 3 Days Tanzania Safari to Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
A 3 days Tanzania safari is the ideal short adventure for travelers who want to explore the rich wildlife and breathtaking landscapes of Tanzania’s top parks—Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater—in just three days. It offers the perfect blend of thrilling game drives, scenic beauty, and cultural insight, making it one of the most popular safari choices in East Africa.
This carefully planned itinerary allows you to spot the Big Five, witness the vast Serengeti plains, and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world's most incredible wildlife havens.

Why Book a 3 Days Tanzania Safari?
Visit two world-famous parks in one short trip
High chances to see the Big Five in just 3 days
Ideal for travelers on a tight schedule
Group and private tour options available
Comfortable lodges or budget camping available
This 3 days Tanzania safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater is perfect for solo travelers, couples, friends, or families seeking a quick yet unforgettable wildlife experience.

3 Days Tanzania Safari Price
The price for a 3 days Tanzania safari starts from US$660 per person for a group joining safari. This is a great value for travelers looking to share the experience and reduce costs.
For a private safari, the price varies depending on the number of travelers, accommodation preferences (camping or lodge), and any additional requests such as airport transfers or cultural visits.

Inclusions:
- All park entry fees
- 4x4 open-roof safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Accommodation (camping or lodge)
- Meals and drinking water
- Transfers from and to Arusha

Exclusions:
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Optional cultural visits or hot air balloon safari


About this tour

Tour type Set-date, set-itinerary, group
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks
Accesibility
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Bird watching—with professional guide
  • Photography safari—with professional guide
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • Hot air balloons
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Arusha to Serengeti National Park

Serengeti

Your 3 days Tanzania safari begins with an early pick-up from Arusha and a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti National Park. Along the way, enjoy beautiful views and possible wildlife sightings. Once in the Serengeti, head straight into the game drive areas where lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and more roam freely. Enjoy an afternoon game drive before heading to your camp or lodge for dinner and an overnight stay under the stars.

Central Serengeti

Serengeti Game Drive – Ngorongoro

Serengeti

Wake up early for a sunrise game drive in Serengeti, when predators are most active. Watch the plains come to life with herds of wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes. After breakfast, continue exploring central Serengeti before slowly heading towards Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop for wildlife viewing and scenic photos along the way. Arrive at your accommodation near Ngorongoro in the evening, where you’ll rest and prepare for the final day of your 3 days Tanzania safari.

Ngorongoro Area ot Karatu

Ngorongoro Crater – Return Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling half-day game drive. The crater is home to over 25,000 animals including lions, buffaloes, hippos, and the endangered black rhino. Enjoy stunning views and rich wildlife encounters around the crater floor, including a picnic lunch near a hippo pool. In the afternoon, begin the drive back to Arusha with wonderful safari memories and photo stops along the way. Drop-off will be at your hotel or airport.

Arusha

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