Three day Serengeti Ngorongoro

3 days—This 3-day Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari is the greatest and best African wildlife experience that covers the two fantastic destinations in Tanzania

$750-1700 USD

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Safari summary

This 3 days Serengeti safari and Ngorongoro Crater tour is the greatest and most unforgettable African experience that combines incredible wildlife sightings with stunning landscapes within Serengeti National Park, which covers an area of approximately 14,750 square kilometers and is home to an incredible more than 2.7 million wildebeest, and the Ngorongoro Crater, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest volcanic caldera in the world. The Serengeti and Ngorongoro are two of the most iconic and world-famous destinations in Africa, which make it possible to see the African big five animals for three days.

On this best 3-day Serengeti safari in 2024 and 2025, make sure to bring your camera and sense of adventure for a trip you'll never forget with the day-by-day itinerary as follows: Day 1: From Arusha to Central Serengeti National Park; Day 2: Serengeti National Park full day; and Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater, then to Arusha.


About this tour

Tour type Set-date, set-itinerary, group
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Countries
Parks

Fine details

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

Itinerary

From Arusha to Central Serengeti

Serengeti

Your Tanzania safari adventure begins in Arusha, Tanzania, where you will drive to Serengeti National Park, which is one of the world's most famous wildlife reserves. After arriving at the park, you will embark on an afternoon game drive to explore the vast plains of the Serengeti. You'll have the chance to spot a variety of animals and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the park. As the sun sets, you'll head back to your accommodation in a lodge or tent camp to rest and get dinner.

Central Serengeti

Serengeti National Park full day

Serengeti

On the second day of your Tanzania safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro, you'll embark on a full-day game drive in the Serengeti National Park. One of the highlights of the Serengeti is the annual wildebeest migration, which takes place between June and November. If you visit during this time, you'll witness millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles moving across the plains in search of food and water. In the evening, you'll return to your accommodation to relax and enjoy a delicious dinner.

Lodge or camping accommodation

Ngorongoro Crater full day

Ngorongoro Crater

On the final day of your safari, you'll visit the Ngorongoro Crater, which is one of the most famous natural wonders in Africa. The crater is a massive volcanic caldera that is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos. You'll enjoy a game drive in the crater, where you'll have the opportunity to see the animals up close and in their natural habitat. After the game drive, you'll return to Arusha, marking the end of your Tanzania safari adventure.

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