Our perfect 3-day Tanzania safari from Arusha to Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater is a guided, shortest budget camping safari that starts and ends in Arusha, covering two must-visit and most popular destinations in Tanzania — the Central Serengeti (1 night) and scenic Ngorongoro Crater (1 night). This update covers the latest details for the 3-day Tanzania safari from Arusha to Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, including daily guided game drives and scheduled departure dates available on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th, and 30th of every month, from January to December.Set off on a thrilling 3-day Tanzania's safari from Arusha to the jewel Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, focusing on spotting the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—alongside other iconic African wildlife; book your unforgettable adventure today!
Your adventure begins early in the morning with a pickup from your hotel in Arusha, followed by a scenic drive through the lush landscapes of northern Tanzania. You’ll pass the iconic Ngorongoro Highlands and enter Serengeti National Park by midday. Along the way, enjoy a thrilling en-route game drive, spotting zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, elephants, and possibly even lions and cheetahs across the endless savannah. After a picnic lunch in the heart of the park, your afternoon continues with more wildlife viewing as you head toward your overnight destination. As the sun sets over the plains, you'll settle into Tumbili Public Campsite, a classic budget-friendly camp within the park, offering close-to-nature experiences under the African stars.
Begin the day with an early morning game drive to catch predators and grazers active in the cool dawn hours. After breakfast, continue exploring Serengeti’s central region, rich in wildlife and iconic views. Midday, enjoy a picnic lunch before leaving the Serengeti behind and heading toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, you may stop at a traditional Maasai village for a cultural interaction (optional). By late afternoon, you'll arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater rim. Tonight, you’ll camp at Simba Public Campsite, perched on the crater’s edge and known for its stunning views, cool breezes, and wildlife often passing through the site.
After an early breakfast, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to an unmatched concentration of wildlife, including the rare black rhino, large prides of lions, herds of buffalo, hippos, and flocks of flamingos. Enjoy a packed lunch at the hippo poolside picnic area while soaking in the crater’s beauty. In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and begin your return journey to Moshi (or drop-off in Arusha is also available). The safari ends with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes and wildlife.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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