Arusha: 3-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Big Five Safari

Hai, Tanzania, Tanzania



Embark on a thrilling 3-day Big five Tanzania safari Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations: the legendary Serengeti National Park and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater Witness the Big Five

Highlights

  • Experience the world-famous Serengeti with game drives across endless plains.
  • Explore the Ngorongoro Crater, the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five
  • Travel with professional guides in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with best wildlife viewing
  • Stay in carefully selected camps combining comfort with authentic safari
  • Capture once-in-a-lifetime moments that leave you humbled and inspired.

Description

Day 1: Arusha → Serengeti National Park Pickup: 6:00 AM–7:00 AM Start your Tanzania safari with pickup from your Arusha accommodation and travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti National Park. Enjoy your first Serengeti game drive, searching for lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and other African wildlife across the famous plains. Continue your wildlife adventure before heading to camp for dinner and overnight. Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Bottled Drinking Water Overnight: Tumbili Public Campsite – Serengeti Day 2: Serengeti National Park → Ngorongoro Conservation Area Begin with an early morning Serengeti game drive, when wildlife is most active. Continue your Big Five safari with opportunities to see lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and abundant birdlife. After a picnic lunch, leave Serengeti and travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying scenic landscapes and wildlife along the way. Arrive at camp for dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottled Drinking Water Overnight: Simba Public Campsite – Ngorongoro Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for your final Big Five game drive. Explore the crater floor and look for lions, elephants, buffaloes, black rhinos, hippos, zebras, wildebeests, flamingos, and other wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before ascending and returning to Arusha. Drop-off: 5:30 PM–6:30 PM Drop-off: Arusha accommodation or Arusha Airport Conclude your 3-day Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari with unforgettable wildlife experiences in two of Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations.

Includes

Pickup and drop-off to your accommodation in Arusha town Transportation in a 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof throughout the safari All park fees (entry fees, transit fees, concession fees, camping fees, and crater service fee) Professional, experienced English-speaking safari driver-guide Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the safari Bottled drinking water throughout the tour Overnight stays in tents with sleeping mattresses Camping equipment such as tables, chairs, and cooking gear Services of a professional safari chef Hot Air Balloon Experience (If option is selected) All activities as per the itinerary

Excludes

Travel, accident, and medical insurance - highly recommended Tips and gratuities for driver-guide - will be highly appreciated

Important Information

  • It's essential to pack the right clothing for your safari. We recommend neutral colors like white, beige, and green. Be sure to bring a warm sweater, socks, and a jacket, as nighttime temperatures can drop to around 5°C in the park
  • Luggage Guidelines: We kindly recommend packing only the essential items required for the safari, as space in the safari vehicle is limited for comfort and safety. However, there is no need to worry about any additional luggage. We will gladly assist in arranging secure storage at your hotel in Arusha, where you can leave any excess bags and conveniently collect them upon your return after the safari

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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