3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Luxury Safari
- Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater
- Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater
Tour Overview
This 3-day luxury safari takes you on an unforgettable journey through two of Tanzania’s most spectacular destinations, the Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. Perfect for travelers with limited time who still want an exceptional safari experience, this trip combines wildlife game drives, amazing landscapes, and comfortable luxury accommodations (tented camps and lodges).
You’ll enjoy game drives across the Serengeti plains, witness the Big Five inside Ngorongoro Crater, and travel in style with a private 4×4 safari jeep and a professional English-speaking guide.
Day by Day Itinerary
Travel Time: Around 6 hours (335 km)
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge – Central Serengeti
Vehicle Type: Private 4×4 Safari Jeep
After an early breakfast in Arusha, your driver-guide will pick you up and begin the drive toward Serengeti National Park. Along the way, pass through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands with sweeping views of the crater before descending onto the vast Serengeti plains.
You’ll have a picnic lunch en route and enjoy your first game drive as you enter the park, spotting giraffes, elephants, zebras, and possibly big cats along the way. In the evening, arrive at Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge, a luxury lodge perfectly located in the heart of the Serengeti. Enjoy a delicious dinner and unwind under the star-filled African sky.
Travel Time: Around 3–4 hours (180 km)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge – Karatu
Vehicle Type: Private 4×4 Safari Jeep
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti, making the most of your last moments in this legendary park. You might spot predators returning from a night of hunting or elephants heading toward waterholes.
Later, drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with the option to stop at a traditional Maasai village to learn about their culture and daily life. Continue to Karatu, a charming town located in the lush Ngorongoro Highlands.Check in at Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge, where you can relax with beautiful views, a swimming pool, and warm hospitality. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Travel Time: Around 4–5 hours (190 km)
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of Tour)
Vehicle Type: Private 4×4 Safari Jeep
After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most amazing wildlife havens. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to an incredible diversity of animals, including lions, elephants, rhinos, hippos, buffaloes, and countless bird species.
Enjoy a half-day game drive and a picnic lunch at one of the scenic spots inside the crater before ascending and heading back to Arusha. Upon arrival, your guide will drop you off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your remarkable 3-day luxury safari.
Your 3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Luxury Safari ends with unforgettable experiences from two of Africa’s greatest safari destinations. From the endless Serengeti plains to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, you’ll take home lasting memories, incredible photos, and the true spirit of Tanzania.
Ready to begin your adventure? Contact Exceptional Travel Expert today to book your 3-day luxury safari and discover Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes in comfort and style.
Inclusions
Included
- Park fees and government taxes
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Soft Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Roundtrip airport transfer
Excluded
- International flights (From/to your home country)
- Tips for your guide, cook and crew.
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Extra accommodation before and after tour
- Extra activities not mentioned on the itinerary
Optional Safari Add-Ons (Extra Charges Apply)
All add-ons are optional and available at extra cost. Just tell us what you’d like, and we’ll make it happen.
- Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Serengeti or Tarangire National Park
- Lodge or Tented Camp Upgrade - Stay in a higher-end lodge or luxury tented camp
- Special Occasion Setup - Surprise setup for birthdays, anniversaries, or honeymoons
- Maasai Village Visit - Visit a traditional Maasai village and learn about their culture
- Child-Friendly Safari Activities - Fun extras for kids games, guides, and family-friendly options
- Bush Breakfast or Bush Lunch - Enjoy a meal in the wild, surrounded by nature
- Airport Pick-Up or Drop-Off - Private transfer to or from Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport
- Extra Park Visit - Add another national park to your trip (e.g., Ruaha NP or Nyerere NP)
- Extra Night Before or After Safari - Stay in Arusha/Moshi before or after your safari
- Safari Video Package - Edited video of your safari experience to keep or share
- Travel Essentials Kit - Includes sunscreen, insect repellent, snacks, and a refillable water bottle
- Professional Photographer - A local photographer joins your trip to capture beautiful safari moments
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Tour Highlights
- This tour can be customized
- This is a private tour
- This tour can start any day
- Activities - game drives
- Vehicle Type: Private 4x4 Safari Jeep
- Luxury lodges and tented camps
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Contact Information
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Tanzania Safaris
FAQ: GET ANSWERS
Tanzania has amazing places to visit like Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Mount Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar Island, Lake Eyasi, Lake Natron, Ruaha National Park, Mikumi National Park, Arusha National Park, Mount Meru, Lake Manyara National Park, and Tarangire National Park.
You can see all the big 5 animals, like lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos, plus lots of others like giraffes, zebras, and hippos.
Yes! Many places are great for families, with fun activities for kids. It’s an amazing experience for children to see wild animals up close and it’s guaranteeing safe.
Most people need a visa. You can get it when you arrive in Tanzania, but check the rules for your country.
Talk to a doctor before you go. They’ll tell you if you need yellow fever vaccines or medicine for things like malaria. Note yellow fever vaccines is recommended in Tanzania.
Swahili and English are spoken. You can get by with English, but learning some Swahili phrases is helpful.
Yes, Tanzania is usually safe for tourists, especially in popular safari destinations and attractions. Just follow the rules and be respectful.
You can stay in budget hotels, mid-range lodges, luxury mid-range hotels, luxury hotels, luxury lodges, and tented camps. There are various accommodations options you will find in Tanzania!
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Go from June to October, when it’s dry. Animals gather around water, so it’s easier to spot them. But if you like green landscapes, go from November to May, when it’s wet. All seasons have an incredible and a wonderful experience
Bring light clothes, safari boots, a hat, sunscreen, bug spray, binoculars, a camera, and any medicine you need. And most importantly, be ready for a memorable adventure!
Most safaris last from 3 to 7 days. This gives you time for seeing animals, relaxing, and learning about the Tanzania culture.
Yes! You can go to Zanzibar for beach vacation, climb Mount Kilimanjaro, or visit Ngorongoro and Serengeti to see all big 5 animals at once.
Yes, you can go on a safari even if you have a disability. Many safari places are accessible by vehicles and places to stay that are easy to use. They make sure everyone can enjoy the safari, even if they have disabilities or find it hard to move.
Tanzania has amazing 22 national parks, more than 12 game reserves, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, Mount Oldoinyo Lengai, Lake Eyasi, Lake Natron, Zanzibar Island. It’s a special place for a safari adventure!
You can book through travel companies or directly with lodges and camps. Make sure to read reviews and choose a trusted place.
The Great Wildebeest Migration is a massive movement of wildebest and zebra in from Serengeti to Maasai Mara in Kenya. It starts in the southern Serengeti in Tanzania around December and heads north Serengeti across to the Maasai Mara river in Kenya by July. Then, it goes back to the Serengeti by October. You can witness it from December to July in Tanzania and from July to October in Kenya.
You can use safari vehicles for game drives. Some places offer walking safaris or hot air balloon rides for a different experience.
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