Safari to Serengeti National Park

3 Days

This 3-day Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari is a compact but powerful immersion into two of Tanzania’s most iconic wilderness areas. From the open savannahs of Serengeti National Park to the breathtaking caldera of the Ngorongoro Crater, this itinerary is designed for travelers looking to experience rich wildlife viewing, including the possibility of seeing the Big Five, all within a limited timeframe.

Perfect for those starting from Arusha, the tour combines thrilling game drives, awe-inspiring scenery, and high chances of spotting predators, elephants, and rare black rhinos.

Itinerary

Day 01 :
Arusha – Serengeti National Park (via Ngorongoro Highlands)

Accommodation: Tented Camp in Central Serengeti
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

After an early breakfast at your Arusha hotel, your private driver-guide will pick you up at 8:30 AM. Depart for Serengeti National Park via the lush highlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you descend into the vast plains of Serengeti, the scenery transforms into classic African savannah. You'll arrive at the Seronera area—rich in wildlife thanks to the Seronera River—and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch.

In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive. This central region offers exceptional wildlife viewing all year round, including frequent sightings of lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and a variety of antelope species. As the sun sets, return to your tented camp nestled in the heart of the Serengeti for dinner and a restful overnight stay under the stars.

Day 02 :
Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Tented Camp in Central Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Waking up in the Serengeti is magical—the sounds of birds, distant roars, and rustling grass fill the air. After breakfast, set off for a full-day game drive across the endless plains. Trace the movements of the iconic Big Five—lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo—as well as cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, wildebeest, zebras, and countless bird species.

You’ll explore various areas of the park, with your guide choosing routes based on the season and animal movements. Picnic lunch will be served in a scenic spot. In the late afternoon, return to your camp to enjoy dinner, share stories around the campfire, and unwind beneath the African sky.

Day 03 :
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Accommodation: No overnight (End of Safari)
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, check out and drive to Ngorongoro Crater—often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World." Descend 600 meters into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera for a half-day game drive (6–7 hours). This UNESCO World Heritage Site hosts an unparalleled concentration of wildlife—over 25,000 large mammals including lions, elephants, hippos, and the rare black rhino.

Enjoy a packed lunch near a hippo pool as you take in the spectacular landscape. In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and drive back to Arusha, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, depending on your onward plans.

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Safari to Serengeti National Park