3-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Camping Safari

3-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Camping Safari

Experience Tanzania’s highlights on a 3-day camping safari through the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Travel across the Serengeti’s open plains, where you may see wildebeest and zebras grazing alongside giraffes, elephants, gazelles and other wildlife. Look out for predators such as lions, cheetahs and hyenas during game drives, while taking in the vast savannah scenery.

Then descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive through its remarkable landscape of grasslands, woodland and wetlands. Search for a wide variety of wildlife, with a chance to spot the Big Five, and enjoy the crater’s striking views. After days in the wilderness, unwind at campsites beneath Tanzania’s starry skies.

Trip Highlights: What to Expect

This 3-day safari is designed to immerse you in the heart of Tanzania’s most iconic wilderness. You will journey from the lush landscapes surrounding Arusha into the vast, golden plains of the Serengeti, renowned for its massive populations of plains game and predators. Expect to witness the raw drama of the savannah, where you may spot lions, cheetahs, and hyenas stalking their prey, or watch as zebras, giraffes, and elephants traverse the open grasslands.

The experience culminates in the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a true natural wonder. Descending into this self-contained caldera, you will explore a unique ecosystem of grasslands, woodlands, and wetlands that support a high density of wildlife, including the rare black rhino. Throughout the trip, your evenings will be spent close to the action, culminating in an overnight stay right on the rim of the crater, offering unparalleled views and the

1–2 People: Starting at $1,200

1–2 People: Starting at $1,200

4–6 People: Starting at $1,200

6 – Above People: Starting at $1,200

Detail Itinerarie

Day1: Arusha to the Serengeti

Your journey begins with a drive from Arusha, taking you through the scenic highlands and into the world-famous Serengeti National Park. As you enter the park, keep your camera ready for your first sightings of the region’s abundant wildlife. The afternoon leads you to the Seronera area, the heart of the Serengeti, where you will embark on an evening game drive. This is an optimal time to observe predators as they begin their nocturnal activities and to appreciate the golden hour as it transforms the vast plains.

Main Destination : Serengeti National Park

Accommodation : Nyani Public Campsite

Meal Plan : Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Seronera and the Drive to Ngorongoro

Start the day with an early morning game drive in the Seronera Valley. This is one of the most reliable areas for spotting big cats, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as they are often active before the heat of the day sets in. After soaking in the morning wildlife action, you will begin your drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The route takes you through changing landscapes, offering striking views as you ascend toward the crater highlands. You will spend the night at a lodge or camp located on the crater rim, providing a stunning vantage point over the caldera below.

Main Destination : Serengeti National Park

Accommodation : Simba Public Campsite

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Arusha

Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a full-day game drive. The crater acts as a natural enclosure for a diverse array of animals, making it one of the best places in East Africa to spot the “Big Five” (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino). Spend your day exploring the varied habitats—from the alkaline lakes filled with flamingos to the dense forests and open grasslands. In the late afternoon, you will ascend the crater walls and begin the journey back to Arusha, where your safari concludes.

Main Destination : Lake Natron

Accommodation : No accommodation on this day.

Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Included in Price:

  • All activities as per the itinerary
  • All Accommodation as per itinerary – N.B. accommodation mentioned in the itinerary depends on availability at the time of booking; alternatives of a similar class may be booked instead.
  • All meals as per itinerary (3 a day unless otherwise stated)
  • All transfers to and from agreed pick up and drop off points (e.g., Airport, Bus Station, hotel in town, etc.)
  • All camping gear (if you are camping)
  • Service of an English-speaking driver/guide
  • Safari base 4×4 Vehicle with open roof for game viewing (sometimes a saloon car or other SUV for excursions in town, etc.)
  • Driver’s salary, allowances, and park fees for the vehicle and driver
  • Bottled mineral water daily
  • All Government taxes
  • All National Park and Game Reserve Fees
  • If included in your itinerary: foot safaris, boat safaris
  • TANAPA armed ranger (where needed, e.g., on foot safaris, some boat safaris, etc.)

Exluded in Price:

  • Extras, personal expenses, i.e. drinks, telephone, laundry, etc.
  • Optional activities not outlined on the itinerary
  • International flights & corresponding taxes
  • Visa
  • Flying doctors rescue services
  • Travel, medical, injury and luggage insurances
  • Tips to the driver & guides ($ 15-20 per day)
  • Anything else not mentioned in the inclusions (above)

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