3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Tanzania

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3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Tanzania

This 3-day Tanzania safari offers an unforgettable journey through two of Africaโ€™s most iconic wildlife destinationsโ€”Serengeti National Park and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Designed for travelers with limited time, this experience combines vast savannah game viewing, rich wildlife encounters, and dramatic volcanic landscapes within a short but highly rewarding itinerary.

The safari includes arrival and departure transfers via Kilimanjaro International Airport, accommodation in Arusha before and after the safari, professional English-speaking safari guides, park entrance fees, and transport in a well-equipped 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing and photography

When is the best time to visit East Africa?

The best time to visit East Africa is during the dry seasons, which run from June to October and December to February. These months offer the most rewarding safari experiences, with excellent wildlife visibility as animals gather around water sources and grasslands become easier to navigate.

This period is ideal for:

  • Classic game drives in the savannah parks
  • Gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda
  • Witnessing the Great Migration in Tanzania and Kenya
  • Photography safaris with clear skies and soft lighting


However, East Africa is a year-round safari destination, and each season offers unique wildlife experiences.

What can I expect from a safari in East Africa with Wild Jungle Trails?

A safari with Wild Jungle Trails offers a carefully curated, authentic, and comfortable African experience across the heart of East Africa.

Guests can expect:


  • Expert-guided safari experiences with professional driver-guides
  • Handpicked lodges, luxury camps, and scenic accommodations
  • Daily game drives in world-famous national parks
  • Encounters with elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo
  • Opportunities to experience local cultures and traditions
  • Seamless logistics from arrival to departure


Every itinerary is designed to combine adventure, comfort, and authenticity.

How can I personalize my East African trip with your services?

At Wild Jungle Trails, every safari is fully customized to match your travel dreams, budget, and interests.

You can personalize your journey by choosing:


  • Safari length (short trips, classic circuits, or extended expeditions)
  • Accommodation style (budget, mid-range, luxury, or ultra-luxury lodges)
  • Destinations across Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda
  • Wildlife focus (Big Five safaris, primates, birding, or photography tours)
  • Optional extensions such as Zanzibar beach holidays or cultural experiences


Our travel experts design each itinerary from scratch to ensure a unique, private, and meaningful safari experience.

Can I see gorillas in Uganda?

Yes. Uganda is one of the best places in the world to see mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

Gorilla trekking takes place in:


  • Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • Mgahinga Gorilla National Park


This once-in-a-lifetime experience allows you to spend time with habituated gorilla families deep in the rainforest, guided by experienced trackers and rangers. It is one of the most emotional and unforgettable wildlife encounters in Africa.

3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Tanzania

Pax Safari Price (USD) Notes
01 PAX
1 Traveler 2,540 Per person in safari vehicle
02 PAX
2 Travelers 1,710 Per person sharing
03 PAX
2 Sharing 1,485 Per person sharing a room
1 Single 1,655 Single room supplement
04 PAX
4 Travelers 1,375 Per person
05 PAX
4 Sharing 1,310 Per person sharing rooms
1 Single 1,475 Single room supplement
06 PAX
6 Travelers 1,265 Per person

Make your dream trip come true with Wild Jungle Trails

Customized Private Travel

Tailor-made journeys designed exclusively around your preferences and travel style.

No-Obligation Inquiry

Get in touch with us freelyโ€”no commitment required

Best Price Guarantee

We ensure competitive and transparent pricing for all our safari experiences.

Premium Service Excellence

Enjoy top-tier service from planning to the end of your journey.

Fast Response Time

We respond to all inquiries within 24 hours.

Activities

Activities

Game Drives in Serengeti National Park

Enjoy extensive game drives across the endless plains of the Serengeti, home to lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, zebras, and wildebeest. Depending on the season, travelers may witness the Great Migration, one of the most spectacular wildlife events on earth.

Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari

Descend into the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater, a natural caldera teeming with wildlife. The crater floor offers one of the highest concentrations of animals in Africa, including the rare black rhino, lions, buffaloes, hippos, and large herds of zebras and wildebeest.

Scenic Drive through the Great Rift Valley & Conservation Areas

Travel through the scenic landscapes of northern Tanzania, including the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with breathtaking viewpoints, rolling highlands, and traditional Maasai grazing lands.

Bird Watching Experience

The safari also offers excellent birding opportunities, with sightings of species such as ostriches, kori bustards, secretary birds, and a variety of raptors and wetland birds around crater lakes and savannah plains.

3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Tanzania

Pax Safari Price (USD) Notes
01 PAX
1 Traveler 2,540 Per person in safari vehicle
02 PAX
2 Travelers 1,710 Per person sharing
03 PAX
2 Sharing 1,485 Per person sharing a room
1 Single 1,655 Single room supplement
04 PAX
4 Travelers 1,375 Per person
05 PAX
4 Sharing 1,310 Per person sharing rooms
1 Single 1,475 Single room supplement
06 PAX
6 Travelers 1,265 Per person

Itinerary

Itinerary

This 3-day Tanzania safari offers an unforgettable journey through two of Africaโ€™s most iconic wildlife destinationsโ€”Serengeti National Park and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Designed for travelers with limited time, this experience combines vast savannah game viewing, rich wildlife encounters, and dramatic volcanic landscapes within a short but highly rewarding itinerary.

The safari includes arrival and departure transfers via Kilimanjaro International Airport, accommodation in Arusha before and after the safari, professional English-speaking safari guides, park entrance fees, and transport in a well-equipped 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing and photography

Arrival Day โ€“ Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to Arusha town. You will check in at your hotel for relaxation after your journey.
Accommodation: Green Mountain Hotel or Two Mountains Lodge
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast (BB)

Day 1: Arusha โ€“ Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart Arusha and drive towards Serengeti National Park via the scenic highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy stunning landscapes, Maasai villages, and occasional wildlife sightings.

Arrive in the Serengeti in time for a picnic lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive across the plains in search of predators and large herbivore herds. In the evening, proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)

Day 2: Serengeti โ€“ Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Begin the day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti when wildlife is most active. This is a prime time to spot lions on the hunt, elephants grazing, and cheetahs scanning the plains.

After breakfast, continue with en-route game viewing as you exit the park. Enjoy a picnic lunch before proceeding toward the Ngorongoro highlands with wildlife viewing along the way. Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Safari Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Tour โ€“ Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend over 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full morning game drive on the crater floor. This unique ecosystem hosts a dense population of wildlife, including lions, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, and the endangered black rhino.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site inside the crater. In the afternoon, ascend the crater rim and drive back to Arusha for hotel drop-off or airport transfer depending on your schedule.

Departure Day โ€“ Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport

After breakfast and relaxation at your hotel, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.

3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Tanzania

Pax Safari Price (USD) Notes
01 PAX
1 Traveler 2,540 Per person in safari vehicle
02 PAX
2 Travelers 1,710 Per person sharing
03 PAX
2 Sharing 1,485 Per person sharing a room
1 Single 1,655 Single room supplement
04 PAX
4 Travelers 1,375 Per person
05 PAX
4 Sharing 1,310 Per person sharing rooms
1 Single 1,475 Single room supplement
06 PAX
6 Travelers 1,265 Per person

Here's how your price comes together

INCLUDED

  • Accommodation in Arusha before and after the safari
  • Accommodation and meals as stated in the itinerary
  • Airport transfers
  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Window seat for each traveler
  • All national park fees
  • Ngorongoro transit fees
  • Ngorongoro Crater service fees
  • Drinking water (1.5 liters per person per day)

EXCLUDED

  • International and domestic flights
  • Personal items (telephone, laundry, insect repellent, etc.)
  • Tips for the driver/guide
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Any increase in government taxes or park fees

Prices

At Wild Jungle Trails, our experienced travel specialists work closely with you to design the perfect stay, ensuring every detail of your journey reflects your vision. We take pride in creating personalized safari experiences that are thoughtfully tailored to match your travel style, interests, and expectations.

To help you find your ideal fit, we offer a carefully curated range of accommodation options, each selected to suit different preferences and budgets. Whether you seek luxury, comfort, or value, our team ensures your stay aligns seamlessly with your overall safari experience.


We cannot wait to help you create your next dream trip in East Africa.

Your dream trip, your price

Pax Safari Price (USD) Notes
01 PAX
1 Traveler 2,540 Per person in safari vehicle
02 PAX
2 Travelers 1,710 Per person sharing
03 PAX
2 Sharing 1,485 Per person sharing a room
1 Single 1,655 Single room supplement
04 PAX
4 Travelers 1,375 Per person
05 PAX
4 Sharing 1,310 Per person sharing rooms
1 Single 1,475 Single room supplement
06 PAX
6 Travelers 1,265 Per person

INCLUDED

  • Accommodation in Arusha before and after the safari
  • Accommodation and meals as stated in the itinerary
  • Airport transfers
  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Window seat for each traveler
  • All national park fees
  • Ngorongoro transit fees
  • Ngorongoro Crater service fees
  • Drinking water (1.5 liters per person per day)

EXCLUDED

  • Accommodation in Arusha before and after the safari
  • Accommodation and meals as stated in the itinerary
  • Airport transfers
  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Window seat for each traveler
  • All national park fees
  • Ngorongoro transit fees
  • Ngorongoro Crater service fees
  • Drinking water (1.5 liters per person per day)

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3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Tanzania

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Make your dream trip come true with Wild Jungle Trails

Customized Private Travel

Tailor-made journeys designed exclusively around your preferences and travel style.

No-Obligation Inquiry

Get in touch with us freelyโ€”no commitment required

Best Price Guarantee

We ensure competitive and transparent pricing for all our safari experiences.

Premium Service Excellence

Enjoy top-tier service from planning to the end of your journey.

Fast Response Time

We respond to all inquiries within 24 hours.


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