Ngorongoro and Serengeti Safari
Duration: 4 Days | Route: Arusha -> Ngorongoro -> Central Serengeti -> Arusha
Itinerary Outline
- Day 1: Arusha to Ngorongoro Highlands
- Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater safari and transfer to Serengeti
- Day 3: Full day safari in Central Serengeti
- Day 4: Morning safari and return to Arusha
Tour Overview
The route is direct and efficient, allowing you to experience key safari areas in a short duration while still covering both crater and open plains landscapes.
Highlights
- Ngorongoro Crater safari with strong chances to see the Big Five
- Central Serengeti with high predator density including lions and cheetahs
- Scenic drive through Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Short duration safari covering two major wildlife regions
- Opportunity to spot black rhino inside the crater
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha to Ngorongoro Highlands
Start from Arusha and drive towards the Ngorongoro region. The route passes through Maasai villages and open landscapes.
Enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and spend time along the crater rim or visit a Maasai village. The area offers wide views of the crater and surrounding highlands.
Check in at your lodge near the crater or in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater to Central Serengeti
Start early and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. This area has a high concentration of wildlife within a compact space.
You may see lions, elephants, buffalo and good chances of spotting black rhino. After the safari, drive towards Serengeti National Park.
Enter through Naabi Gate and continue to the central Serengeti region. Check in at your camp and relax.
Day 3: Central Serengeti Safaris
Spend the day exploring the Serengeti with game drives in the Seronera region. This area is known for strong predator sightings due to permanent water sources.
You may see lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants and large herds of herbivores. Return to your camp in the evening.
Day 4: Serengeti to Arusha
Start early with a morning game drive as you exit the Serengeti.
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha. The journey takes around 6 to 7 hours. You will be dropped at the airport or hotel, marking the end of your safari.
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Places You Will Visit
Where You’ll Stay
Travel Information
Inclusion
- Accommodation in lodges and camps throughout the safari
- All meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Game drives in Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti
- Park entry fees and conservation charges
- Private safari vehicle with experienced driver guide
- Picnic lunches during full day safaris
- All transfers between Arusha, Ngorongoro and Serengeti
- Airport or hotel pick up and drop in Arusha
- All applicable taxes and on ground support
Exclusion
- International and domestic flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry and phone calls
- Tips and gratuities for lodge staff and guides
- Any optional activities not included in the itinerary
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions section
Customization options
- Upgrade to luxury lodges or tented camps
- Replace return drive with flight from Serengeti
- Add one extra night in Serengeti for more game drives
- Include Tarangire or Lake Manyara to extend safari
Cancellation Policy
- If cancellation requested before 120 days (or more) prior to departure, Full refund.
- If cancellation requested before 60 days (or more) prior to departure – 75% of the tour cost will be refunded.
- If cancellation requested before 45 to 59 days prior to departure – 50% of the tour cost will be refunded.
- If cancellation requested before 30 to 44 days prior to departure – 25% of the tour cost will be refunded.
- If cancellation requested before 15 to 29 days prior to departure – 10% of the tour cost will be refunded.
- If cancellation requested less than 15 days prior to departure, No Show – No Refund.
Further Information
- Best time to visit is June to October for wildlife viewing
- Travel involves long drives of 5 to 7 hours
- Suitable for short trips, first time safari travellers and wildlife focused travellers
