Affordable Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari Tour

Budget 3-day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater safari from Arusha

3 Days 2 Nights

Overview

Experience on an unforgettable 3-day budget Serengeti safari and Ngorongoro Crater tour starting and ending in Arusha, Tanzania. This carefully designed safari offers an affordable way to experience two of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations: Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and small groups looking to join a group safari in Tanzania, this adventure guarantees thrilling wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and authentic camping experiences.
With comfortable public campsites inside the parks and the guidance of experienced safari professionals, you'll enjoy close-up views of Africa’s famous Big Five, the Great Migration, and breathtaking crater scenery.

Itinerary

Your safari adventure begins with an early morning departure from Arusha, heading towards the
world-famous Serengeti National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro
Conservation Area, where the views of the vast savannah and distant volcanic highlands are
simply breathtaking. Upon reaching the Serengeti, you will dive straight into a thrilling afternoon
game drive led by a professional English-speaking safari guide. The Serengeti's endless plains
are alive with wildlife expect sightings of lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, and possibly the
start of the Great Wildebeest Migration depending on the season.
Tonight, you will camp at the Seronera Public Campsite, located in the heart of the Serengeti,
offering a true wilderness experience under the African stars. Enjoy a hearty dinner and fall
asleep to the sounds of the wild.

Wake up early to maximize your chance of witnessing predators in action during a spectacular
Serengeti sunrise game drive. Early morning is the best time for wildlife viewing when animals
are most active. After a few hours of unforgettable game drives across the Serengeti plains, you
will enjoy a relaxed brunch before beginning your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation
Area.
You’ll traverse the beautiful savannah landscapes route, with opportunities to spot more wildlife
along the way. In the afternoon, you will arrive at the Ngorongoro Simba Campsite, situated on
the crater rim with stunning views across the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Settle in,
savor a delicious dinner, and prepare for tomorrow’s adventure inside the Ngorongoro Crater.

After an early breakfast, you will descend 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater
for a half-day game drive in one of Africa’s richest wildlife destinations. This UNESCO World
Heritage Site is home to an incredible density of animals, including the rare black rhino, large
herds of wildebeest, zebras, buffaloes, elephants, hippos, hyenas, and a thriving population of
lions.
The fertile crater floor offers outstanding chances for Big Five sightings within a compact area,
making it one of the best places for wildlife photography. After a rewarding morning of game
viewing and a picnic lunch inside the crater, you will ascend the crater walls and drive back to
Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon, concluding your memorable 3-day Tanzania safari.

Included & Excluded

  • Pick-up and drop-off
  • Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
  • Transport in a 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof
  • 2 nights camping accommodations (Seronera Public Campsite and Ngorongoro Simba
  • Campsite)
  • All park entrance fees to Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area
  • Crater service fee
  • All camping equipment (tent, mattress, sleeping bag)
  • Meals during safari (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
  • Government taxes and VAT
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees for Tanzania
  • Tips for driver-guide and camping crew
  • Personal spending money (souvenirs, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages)
  • Accommodation in Arusha before and after the safari (can be arranged upon request)
  • Optional activities like Maasai village visits or walking safaris

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Frequent Asked Question

What is included in the safari package?

The package includes transportation, accommodation, park entry fees, game drives, meals, bottled water, and a professional driver-guide. Optional activities like balloon safaris or cultural visits are extra.

What is the best time to go on this safari?

The best time is from June to October (dry season) for easier wildlife spotting, but December to March is also great, especially for calving season in the Serengeti

How many days is the safari?

The standard budget safari lasts 3 to 5 days, but we can customize based on your availability and budget.

3% Off
From $ 600 $ 585
/ Adult
Budget 3-day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater safari from Arusha

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