Serengeti & Ngorongoro safari
3 days—Enjoy a 3 days Tanzania safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the Big Five with group or private safari options at the best price.
$650-1500 USD
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Safari summary
3 Days Tanzania Safari to Serengeti & Crater
A 3 days Tanzania safari is the perfect short wildlife adventure for travelers eager to explore two of Africa’s most iconic destinations: Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. This safari offers rich game viewing, dramatic landscapes, and the chance to spot the Big Five, all within just three days.
The journey begins in Arusha, the safari hub of northern Tanzania, and takes you across endless plains filled with wildlife, migrating herds, predators, and breathtaking scenery. A 3 days Tanzania safari is ideal for those with limited time but a strong desire to experience the best of Tanzania’s safari circuit.
Why Choose This 3 Days Tanzania Safari?
Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in just 3 days
High chances to see lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and buffaloes
Travel with experienced local guides in a 4x4 open-roof safari jeep
Perfect balance of adventure, comfort, and value
Available as a group tour or customizable private safari
3 Days Tanzania Safari Price
The 3 days Tanzania safari starts from US$660 per person for a group safari—a great choice for budget-conscious travelers who enjoy sharing experiences with others.
For a private safari, the cost varies depending on the number of travelers, choice of accommodation (camping, mid-range lodges, or luxury tented camps), and any additional activities like Maasai village visits or hot air balloon rides in Serengeti.
What’s Included:
Park entrance fees
4x4 open-roof safari vehicle
Professional English-speaking driver/guide
Accommodation (camping or lodges)
Meals and bottled water
Ngorongoro crater service fees
Pick-up and drop-off in Arusha
What’s Not Included:
International/domestic flights
Tips and gratuities
Personal travel insurance
Optional activities not in the itinerary
About this tour
| Tour type | Set-date, set-itinerary, group | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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| Parks | ||
| Accesibility |
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Photography safari—with professional guide
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Park fees
What’s not included?
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arusha to Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
Your 3 days Tanzania safari begins with an early pick-up from your hotel in Arusha. Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro highlands on your way to Serengeti National Park. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the endless plains, where you may spot lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and large herds of wildebeest. After the drive, you’ll head to your camp or lodge in central Serengeti for dinner and overnight.
Central Serengeti
Serengeti Game Drive – Ngorongoro
Serengeti
After breakfast, set off for a morning game drive in Serengeti. Early hours are ideal for spotting predators in action. Explore the central areas of the park and continue searching for elephants, hippos, zebras, and more. In the afternoon, begin your journey toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area with optional stops for views and photos. Arrive at your camp or lodge on the crater rim or nearby for dinner and overnight stay with views of the highlands.
Ngorongoro rim or Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater Tour – to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The crater is home to dense wildlife populations including the rare black rhino, hyenas, lions, flamingos, and many more species. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool. Later in the afternoon, ascend the crater and begin your return drive to Arusha, arriving in the early evening. Your 3 days Tanzania safari ends with hotel drop-off or transfer to the airport.
Arusha
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