Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari
A compact private safari combining the Serengeti’s open plains with a full Ngorongoro Crater game drive.
Adapt this safari to my datesTwo iconic wildlife areas in three focused days
Designed for travellers with limited time, this route concentrates on Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area without adding less essential stops.
- Short, focused safari
- Serengeti big-cat country
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Private game drives
- Flexible lodging
- Arusha start and return
Maximum wildlife time on a short route
Longer driving days are balanced by two exceptionally rewarding wildlife areas.
Serengeti plains
Game viewing en route
Central Serengeti
Morning wildlife focus
Ngorongoro rim
Scenic overnight
Crater floor
Return to Arusha
Day-by-day itinerary
This route is a starting point. Nights, camps and activities can all be adjusted.
Day 1Serengeti National Park
Early morning pick up by your guide before we depart Arusha with picnic lunch and head toward the Rift Valley Escarpment climbing high into the Ngorongoro highlands and down the far side onto the Serengeti Plains where we begin to game view as we meander towards Seronera and Pure Luxury Tented Camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 2Ngorongoro Highlands
Early this morning we game view in central Seronera amongst the famous sausages trees in search of game. After game viewing, we depart for the Ngorongoro highlands arriving late afternoon at Serena Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 3Ngorongoro Crater
Early this morning we descend the crater walls with a picnic lunch for game viewing. After lunch, we depart for Arusha arriving mid to late afternoon for dinner and overnight.
Choose the level that suits you
We are not tied to particular camps. Recommendations are based on location, guiding, atmosphere and current value for your dates.
Classic
Comfortable, characterful tented camps and lodges in strong wildlife locations.
Explore Classic SafariLuxury
High-quality camps with excellent locations, polished service and added comfort.
Explore Luxury SafariUltra-luxury
Outstanding camps, private experiences and seamless logistics using the finest available options.
Typically included
- Private 4WD safari vehicle
- Experienced English-speaking guide
- Accommodation and meals as proposed
- Park and conservation fees
- Unlimited game-drive kilometres
- Drinking water in the vehicle
Usually not included
- International flights and visas
- Travel and medical insurance
- Premium drinks and personal purchases
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activities not in the proposal
Local knowledge, private guiding and three decades of experience
Adapt this short safari to your dates
Tell us your dates and flight times. We’ll confirm whether this focused route fits comfortably and recommend current camp options.
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