This carefully crafted 3-day safari combines the legendary predator plains of Serengeti National Park with the spectacular wildlife sanctuary of Ngorongoro Crater.
Ideal for travelers with limited time, this itinerary delivers an authentic Northern Tanzania safari experience with excellent chances of spotting the Big Five in just three days.
• Scenic transfer via Ngorongoro highlands.
• En-route wildlife viewing.
• Afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti.
• Big Five tracking.
• Sunset savannah photography.
Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Arusha. The scenic drive takes you through the Ngorongoro highlands, offering breathtaking views of crater forests and sweeping valleys before descending into the endless Serengeti plains.
As you enter Central Serengeti (Seronera region), wildlife viewing begins immediately. This area is renowned for its high concentration of resident animals throughout the year, especially large predators.
During your afternoon game drive, you may encounter:
• Lion prides resting on granite kopjes.
• Leopards along riverine forests.
• Cheetahs scanning the open plains.
• Elephant herds moving across golden grasslands.
• Large numbers of zebra and wildebeest.
The late afternoon light creates stunning photography opportunities before you proceed to camp for a relaxing evening in the heart of the wilderness.
Accommodation: Tukaone Serengeti Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
• Sunrise game drive.
• Full-day wildlife exploration.
• Predator tracking.
• Picnic lunch in the bush.
• Evening game drive.
Today is dedicated entirely to exploring Central Serengeti. An early sunrise departure allows you to witness peak predator activity when lions, leopards, and cheetahs are most active.
The Seronera Valley is particularly famous for:
• Strong resident lion prides.
• Regular leopard sightings.
• Cheetah hunting activity.
• Hyenas and jackals on morning patrol.
• Elephants and buffalo near water sources.
A picnic lunch is enjoyed inside the park to maximize time in the field. Afternoon game drives continue through diverse habitats including open plains, river systems, and kopje formations.
Return to camp before sunset for dinner and overnight stay surrounded by the natural sounds of the Serengeti.
Accommodation: Tukaone Serengeti Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Scenic transfer from Serengeti.
• Ngorongoro Crater descent.
• Big Five viewing.
• Picnic lunch at hippo pool.
• Return transfer to Arusha
After early breakfast, depart Serengeti and drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The journey offers scenic transitions from open plains to highland forests.
Upon arrival, descend approximately 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater ,one of Africa’s most wildlife-dense ecosystems. The crater floor supports a remarkable variety of animals within a compact area.
Wildlife highlights may include:
• Black rhino grazing on open plains.
• Large lion prides.
• Massive bull elephants.
• Buffalo herds.
• Hippos and flamingos near the crater lake.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool before ascending the crater walls and beginning your return journey to Arusha.
Arrival in Arusha is expected in the late afternoon with drop-off at hotel or airport.
Accommodation: None/On request
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
