3 Days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari: See the Great Wildebeest migration in Tanzania
The Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater are the paramount un-avoidable great Migration safari destinations in the East African country of Tanzania. Additionally, this is because of the tremendous events and experiences like the Serengeti migration safari. Hence, one is to encounter such experiences and they cannot be found in just any place. Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater safari destinations are enriched with heterogeneous species like the cheetahs, wildebeests, the giraffes. Also, the Tanzania big five safari (lions, leopards, rhinos, buffaloes and elephants) and so many more.
However, we cannot talk about the Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater safaris without talking about the East Africa great migration of wildebeests. This Serengeti migration safari of wildebeests is usually accompanied by the gazelles and impalas. Getting a chance to witness this Tanzania migration safari is one unforgettable escapade unravelling itself in the landscape painting of the savage grasslands of Serengeti np.
With our luxury 3 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari Package, you will experience great migration Tanzania. You will also see the big five safari animals in Tanzania and so much more. Get in Touch with our Serengeti Masai Mara safari Team for a quote about your budget or Luxury Tanzania Safari. Note that this Luxury safari in Tanzania can be customised for one who is interested in cheap safari holidays for the great Migration in Serengeti.
Total Nights: 2 Nights (1 in Serengeti, 1 in Ngorongoro)
1 night in a Luxury Serengeti Lodge| i night in a Ngorongoro tented camp os safari Lodge
Experiences during this Luxury 3 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari
- Optimum predator prey occurrences: On this Serengeti Ngorongoro safari, you will get to observe the predators like the lions and hyenas track down and pounce on their prey in the boundless savannah.
- Wildebeest migration Serengeti; this is characterized with episodes of the wildebeests calving around the Ngorongoro crater. Viewing the wildebeest interaction between themselves and other animals like the gazelles. Also, the synchronized crossing of the wildebeests through the uncharted waters of the Mara River.
- Sunset and sunrise viewing; The warm glow of the sun in the mornings as the sun rises and the evenings. When the sun is setting down the undulating terrain of the Serengeti National Park creating an exquisite ambiance for the watchers.
- Bird watching tours Tanzania; Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater are habitat for different bird species like the red-eyed dove, Egyptian goose and cape teal.
- Hot air balloon safari Tanzania; catch an eye bird view of the different behavioral patterns of the wild animals. And also, the astounding flourishing tow-colored plains of the Serengeti National Park Tanzania.
- Interactions with the local Masaai People community; You will get to socialize with the different indigenous tribes of Tanzania. These include the Hadzabe tribe, Maasai tribe and Datoga tribe.
- Ancient rock paintings explorations; The Serengeti National Park is also enriched with the ancient rocks that have classical paintings. These were believed to have been made by the ancestors of the Maasai and they have a spiritual significance to the Maasai People.
Join our luxury 3 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater safari in Tanzania. Below is a map for directions by road from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Serengeti National Park Tanzania.
Environmental & Cultural Precautions for your 3 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater safari
Environmental Guidelines:
- Do not get close to animals in Serengeti np at close range, particularly with predators.
- Do not litter in Serengeti National Park thus keep trash in its container.
- Obey Serengeti National park, Tanzania rules and your guide’s instructions.
- Remain on Serengeti np safari paths to help maintain natural habitats.
Cultural Etiquette:
- Be respectful when engaging with locals such as the Masaai People during this Tanzania Serengeti safari tours.
- Request permission prior to photographing individuals on this 3 days Serengeti Ngorongoro safari.
- Buy handmade souvenirs in favor of the local artisans in Serengeti.
3 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Safari Itinerary Highlights
- Day 1: Arrival & Evening Game Drive in Serengeti
- Scenic drive from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Serengeti (5.5 hours).
- Check-in at a Luxury/private safari Serengeti lodge or tented camp.
- Evening game drive in Serengeti National Park Tanzania, spotting elephants, lions, and cheetahs.
- Witness predator-prey interactions at sunset.
- Day 2: Hot Air Balloon Serengeti Safari & Ngorongoro Game Drive
- Sunrise hot air balloon Serengeti safari over the Serengeti National Park Tanzania plains.
- Champagne bush breakfast after landing.
- Tanzania safari Game drive to Ngorongoro Crater, home to rhinos, hippos, and zebras.
- Spot the wildebeest migration Tanzania (seasonal: great migration tanzania dates(JUNE to October).
- Evening sunset Tanzania safari in Ngorongoro, following nocturnal creatures.
- Day 3: Morning Safari in Tanzania & Maasai Cultural Experience
- Ngorongoro Crater early morning game drive.
- Maasai village tour for the day of cultural interactions.
- Find out about Maasai tradition, handicraft, and foods.
- Departure from Arusha/Kilimanjaro Airport or pick optional Zanzibar beach extension.
3 days Serengeti Ngorongoro safari Inclusions and Exclusions
What is Included in your 3 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari
- Serengeti luxury lodge/hotel accommodation
- 4×4 Tanzania safari vehicle with pop-up roof for wildlife watching
- All Serengeti National park Tanzania entry fees & crater service fees
- Expert English-speaking Serengeti safari guide
- Full board meal plan (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Optional hot air balloon Serengeti safari
- Airport transfers in Tanzania
- Bottled mineral drinking water
- Government levies and taxes
What is Excluded in your 3 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Safari
- International and local flights
- Medical and travel insurance
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips, beverages and more)
- Optional excursions to Masaai cultural villages
- Any other activity not listed in this Serengeti and Ngorongoro great migration tour itinerary
3 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania, Transfer & Evening Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
You will be received from Kilimanjaro International Airport in the morning by our Serengeti Masai Mara guide Early in the morning at 8:00 am. You will then board our 4×4 vehicles in Tanzania for a transfer by road to Serengeti National Park Tanzania. You will take about 5 and a half hours to reach your Private Serengeti Lodge from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
After checking in your luxury Serengeti Lodge, you will proceed to the gates of Serengeti National Park Tanzania. You will go for an evening Serengeti safari game drive. During this Tanzania safari game drive, you will catch a glimpse of some of the wild animals like elephants making their way through the yellowish grasslands. Your Serengeti safari guide will brief you about what to expect for this 3-days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater safari. Additionally, he will give you more knowledge about the different animal behaviors and interactions in Serengeti np.
Also, there are high chances to spot the predator-prey activities in the evenings. In addition, these predators like hyenas are usually scavenging at this time. You will then head to your safari Serengeti lodge and rest for the night.
Recommended Safari Serengeti Lodge: Four Seasons safari Lodge Serengeti Tanzania.
Day 2: Great Wildebeest migration, Hot Air Balloon Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari Game Drive
This is the day you will witness the wildebeest migration Tanzania and big 5 in these luxury Serengeti Africa tours. In the early morning at around 5;00 am, you will drive through the smoggy grasslands of Serengeti np. Also, get on the hot air balloon Serengeti for an aeriel view to see Wildebeests in Africa and big-5 safari Animals. As you sail above the green landscape you will spot the Tanzania big five (lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and rhinos). moving simultaneously through the Savannah. You will also get to see the vast herds of the wildebeests crossing the Mara River. This River Mara wanders through the rocks while the sun arises above the Serengeti np landscape. At the end of this day you will have had the great migration Serengeti safari, the big 5 on a hot air balloon in Tanzania. You will then descend down and go for a wilderness breakfast. Also, get to interact with other tourists while you enjoy the breakfast buffet.
You will then drive to Ngorongoro crater and check in in a Ngorongoro lodge or luxury tented camp. On this day of this Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari, you will witness the calving of the wildebeests in Africa. However you can only observe this during the months of January- March. It’s because this is the period of better weather conditions and temperatures that are conducive for calving of the young wildebeests. You will also see the hippos swimming in the crater and get to watch different bird species like the augur buzzard, bee-eater and many more. These are seen on the banks of the Ngorongoro crater and as you watch all this you get to feast of on snacks and refreshments. In the evening after multiple Ngorongoro Crater safari game drive movements, head back to your Ngorongoro Tented camp or lodge. You will have a sunset viewing as you track the nocturnal animals like leopards stalking and moving to get to the calves of the wildebeests. You will then enjoy a campfire night in the wilderness while you enjoy dinner. Lastly, head back to your Luxury safari Ngorongoro lodge.
Day 3: Morning Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Maasai Cultural Experience
On this last day of your 3 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari, you will begin with breakfast 7:00 AM. Next, you will head on the morning Tanzania safari game drive and get to observe other wild animals in Ngotongoro Crater. You might see animals like giraffes, civet cats and impalas moving around and some just resting in the grasslands. You will then head to the Maasai villages in the afternoon. Additionally, get to interact with the Maasai people as you get to support their art crafts. Also, seat in their huts for their traditional meal with them. You will then head back to your luxury Ngorongoro Crater Tented camp or safari Lodge and prepare for your departure. You will be transferred back to Kilimanjaro International Airport by our Serengeti Masai Mara Guide. This distance is 250 KM and will take you about 4 hours to reach Kilimanjaro International Airport from Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
End of the 3 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari Itinerary
Optional Zanzibar Extension to Your Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari
If you desire to extend your 3 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Tanzania safari holiday, relax on Zanzibar’s white sand beaches. Also, enjoy Zanzibar’s luxury resorts, spice tours, and historic walks to Stone Town. For further information and a quote, contact our Serengeti Masai Mara safari team. We can customize for you a Tanzania Safari travel program to Serengeti Ngorongoro and Zanzibar
Cancellation Policy for this 3 days Tanzania Serengeti Ngorongoro safari Tour
- Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure for this 3 days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari.
- Cancellations after 48 hours are not refundable unless its an urgent matter.
Recommended Private Serengeti Lodges and Safari Camps
Cheap Serengeti Lodge Options
- Africa Safari Maasai Boma Camping-USD 210 per night
- Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma Camping-USD 189 per night
- Osero Serengeti Luxury Tented Camp-USD 480
Mid-range Serengeti Lodge Options
- Seronera wildlife lodge-US$664
- Africa Safari Maasai Boma-US$530.
- Zawadi camp-US$667
- Africa Safari Serengeti Kusini-US$600
- Lobo Wildlife Lodge-US$565.
Luxury Serengeti Lodge Options
- One Nature Mara River- $2,700 per night.
- Serengeti Luxury Retreat – $1,003 per night.
- Four seasons safari lodge Serengeti Tanzania – $1,550 per night.
- Mbalageti Serengeti-US$948 per night