Experience the best of Tanzania in just 3 days on this midrange safari to Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy thrilling game drives, spot the Big Five, and stay in comfortable lodges inside the parks. Perfect for travelers seeking a short yet unforgettable wildlife adventure.
3-Day Serengeti & ngorongoro midrange safari
Day 1: Arusha to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, your journey to the Serengeti begins at 7:00-7:30 am. The drive takes approximately 6–7 hours and includes a scenic game drive through the Ngorongoro highlands. Weather permitting, you’ll stop for a quick 10-minute break at the Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint.
You’ll enjoy a hot lunch at Naabi Hill Gate before entering the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive, where you’ll begin spotting wildlife in the vast plains. As the sun sets, head to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Optional: A visit to a Maasai village is available at no additional cost, though many guests choose to skip it due to its commercial nature.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Safari Haven Lodge (Midrange lodge inside the park)
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Drinking Water
Day 2: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Start your day with a sunrise game drive at 6:00 am, followed by a picnic-style breakfast in the bush. Later, a hot lunch at the picnic site.
In the afternoon, you’ll depart Serengeti and drive toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving at your lodge in time for dinner and an overnight stay on the crater rim.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park → Ngorongoro
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge (Luxury lodge on the crater rim)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinks: Drinking Water
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
At 6:00 am, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive with a packed breakfast. The crater offers an excellent opportunity to spot a variety of wildlife, including the endangered black rhino.
After 5–6 hours of exploration, return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, begin your drive back to Arusha, arriving around 4:00–5:00 pm. Drop-off will be at either Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport. Extra accommodation after the tour can be arranged at an added cost.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: None (post-tour lodging available on request)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast and lunch
Drinks: Drinking Water
(End of safari)
Inclusives:
Mid-range lodge accommodation.
All park entrance fees.
Professional safari guide and vehicle.
Full board meals throughout the safari.
Game drives as mentioned in the itinerary.
Airport transfers and transportation.
Exclusives:
International airfares.
Travel insurance.
Visa fees.
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, tips, alcoholic beverages, and laundry.
Sleeping bags and other personal camping gear.
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.