3 Days Tanzania Big Five Safari

3 Days Tanzania Big Five Adventures

This luxurious yet adventurous 3-day safari experience immerses you in two of Tanzania’s crown jewels: the legendary Serengeti National Park and the majestic Ngorongoro Crater. Tailored for travelers seeking rich wildlife encounters in a limited timeframe, this journey blends expertly guided game drives, exceptional lodges, and breathtaking scenery. Whether it's your first safari or a swift return to the bush, you’ll discover the wonder of the Big Five and more in just three unforgettable days.

Day 1: Journey to the Serengeti – Wildlife Awaits

Begin your day with a morning pick-up in Arusha and a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley or a short domestic flight (optional) to the heart of the Serengeti. Upon entering the park, your senses come alive to a world teeming with life — golden plains dotted with acacia, elephants ambling in the distance, and big cats lying under shady trees. Enjoy an afternoon game drive en route to your luxury camp in the Central Serengeti, where dinner under the stars awaits. Optional add-on: soar over the Serengeti in a hot air balloon ($599 pp) at sunrise for a once-in-a-lifetime view.

Accommodation: Central Serengeti Luxury Camp – Serengeti Heritage Camp or Into the Wild Africa Luxury Camp

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Ngorongoro Highlands

Wake early for a golden-hour game drive when wildlife is most active — witness lions on the hunt or hippos retreating to their pools. After a hearty breakfast, enjoy a final drive through the Serengeti’s ever-changing landscapes as you make your way southeast toward Ngorongoro. The drive offers more chances for wildlife sightings, Maasai boma views, and picnic stops with panoramic views. By evening, ascend into the highlands where you’ll check in at your crater-rim camp, surrounded by misty forests and sweeping vistas.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp or Ngorongoro Ang'ata Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Exploration and Return to Arusha

Begin with a pre-dawn descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most breathtaking wildlife sanctuaries. The crater floor is alive with an astonishing diversity of animals, including endangered black rhinos, prides of lions, massive bull elephants, and countless zebras and gazelles. Flamingos shimmer along the lake shores, and with luck, you’ll witness a predator in action. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic crater view spot before beginning your return journey to Arusha. Optional airport transfer available ($50 per vehicle one-way).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Safari Lodges & Camps

Serengeti Heritage Camp: Nestled in the Central Serengeti, this intimate camp offers comfort, style, and close proximity to major wildlife corridors.

Into the Wild Africa Luxury Camp: A secluded, elegant safari camp with luxurious en-suite tents and panoramic views of the Serengeti plains.

Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp: Located on the rim of the crater, this camp combines luxury comfort with prime access to the crater floor.

Ngorongoro Ang'ata Camp: A charming camp inside the conservation area, perfect for early crater descents and surrounded by rich forest landscapes.

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