Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro
This 3-day budget safari is an action-packed adventure through three of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. You’ll explore Tarangire National Park, overnight in the legendary Serengeti, and finish with a game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater all in just three days.
Your journey begins in Arusha with a game drive in Tarangire, home to huge elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Then you’ll continue to Serengeti National Park for an evening game drive and overnight camping in the park. The next day brings more Serengeti game viewing before you head to Ngorongoro to camp on the crater rim. Your final morning is spent inside the Ngorongoro Crater, where you’ll have a great chance of seeing the Big Five.
You’ll travel in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof, enjoy freshly cooked meals, and sleep under the stars at public campsites. This trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience the very best of northern Tanzania in a short but exciting itinerary.
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There are long drives, especially between parks, but you’ll also have plenty of game drives to break up the journey.
Yes, we can customize this itinerary to midrange or luxury lodges if you prefer more comfort.
Yes, this is a group safari with up to 6–7 travelers per vehicle. Private options are available on request.
Your safari cook prepares fresh meals daily rice, pasta, vegetables, grilled meats, and fresh fruit. Vegetarian options are available.
No. Your guide and cook handle camp setup. You just bring a sleeping bag and a sense of adventure.
Pick up from Arusha after breakfast and drive to Tarangire National Park for a game drive. Enjoy picnic lunch in the park. In the afternoon, drive to Serengeti with game viewing along the way. Overnight camping inside Serengeti National Park.
Early morning game drive in Serengeti to catch predators at their most active. After lunch, drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Overnight at Simba public campsite on the crater rim with stunning sunset views.
Early breakfast, then descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. Spot rhinos, lions, hippos, and more. Picnic lunch by the hippo pool, then return to Arusha in the afternoon, where your safari ends.