Duration
3-Day
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
You'll embark on a thrilling 3-day adventure exploring the stunning national parks of Northern Tanzania, the premier safari destination. You'll visit the renowned Serengeti National Park and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Accompanied by our expert guide, you'll travel in a rugged 4x4WD jeep, complete with complimentary drinks and water for your comfort during the journey!
Plan snapshot
Duration
3-Day
Route
Arusha to Arusha
Via Serengeti NP, Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater
Country & park
Tanzania / Serengeti National Park
Style
Mid-range shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
3 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Ang'ata Serengeti Camp - Luxury tented camp inside Central Serengeti NP – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
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Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This mid-range tour uses tented camps.
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Single travelers cannot join this group tour and it requires a minimum of 6 people to run.
The minimum age for this tour is 3 years.
Day 1
Luxury tented camp inside Central Serengeti NP – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2
Mid-range tented camp less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Tour step
A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and embark on your journey to Serengeti National Park. Depending on the time of year, you may witness the migration of wildebeests, zebras, and Thomson gazelles. In October and November, during the short rainy season, these animals typically move from Kenya’s Masai Mara through the northwest Serengeti to the southern plains. Following the long rainy season in April, May, and June, they make their way back through the western and northwestern regions of Serengeti. However, keep in mind that their migration patterns can vary based on rainfall. Your guide will work diligently to locate these magnificent animals, ensuring you have the best vantage points for viewing. With the herds often come predators, so you might even be fortunate enough to witness a hunt. You'll spend the night at Serengeti Matawi Camp, immersing yourself in the beauty of the wilderness. Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2
After enjoying an early breakfast at 6:30 a.m., you’ll embark on an exciting morning drive to spot a variety of wildlife until the afternoon. Afterward, you'll stop at a scenic picnic spot for lunch before packing up. As you depart from Serengeti, you'll enjoy another thrilling drive to Simba Campsite, located about two hours away near the edge of Ngorongoro Crater. You'll spend the night at Angata Ngorongoro Camp, ready for more adventures ahead. Mid-range tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 3
After an early breakfast at around 6:15 a.m., you'll descend into the crater in search of the elusive black rhinos. These magnificent creatures can be challenging to spot amidst the more visible wildlife on the crater floor. Following lunch, you'll continue your wildlife exploration in Ngorongoro Crater with another exciting drive. Later in the day, you'll make your way back to Arusha, filled with unforgettable memories of your adventure. Then you will be dropped off at your hotel in Arusha. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
International flights (From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Offered by
We are true experts when it comes to Tanzania. We live, work and travel here. Makini Tanzania Safaris arranges Lodge, private and camping safaris, trekking and hiking tours and beach holidays. We carefully select our well trained guides, drivers, cooks and porters and have a fleet of well-maintained 4×4 vehicles as well as supply gear and equipment for camping safaris and climbing adventures
Office In
Tanzania
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2019)
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Tanzania
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Fantastic! A wonderful safari with Makini Tanzania Safari. I spoke with Naomi, a local who takes care of planning the safari just the way you want. She was helpful and very kind from the start. Excellent people, they made everything easy for us and pampered us. If I had to recommend them, I definitely would! Well done guys, Simon was our ranger, we miss you and can't wait to come back. ❤️ (automatic translation from Italian)
Aurora · Italy
This was my first safari experience and it exceeded my expectations in every way. Makini put together a superb initerary for us, making tweaks and adjustments according to our preferences and budget. The accommodation in Arusha was perfect (Summit Lodge) with swimming pool for relaxing and a top floor bar and restaurant. Day 2 was a trip to the Materuni village, driven expertly by Rama. We walked to the waterfall and ate a hot lunch prepared and served by the villagers who were all extremely welcoming. Day 3 was the beginning of our safari at Lake Manyara where we saw elephants, giraffes and a honeymooning lion couple, all before a delicious hot lunch of chicken, rice, vegetables and salad, looking over the magnificent views of Lake Manyara. We stayed overnight at Ngere Lodges and enjoyed an hour beside the pool before supper, again cooked by our chef Pascal. Our driver and guide was Gift and I cannot imagine a better guide. He is an exceptional driver over very challenging terrain and always stayed calm. Our comfort and safety was his primary concern. His English is impeccable as is his knowledge of the parks and wildlife. In addition, he seems to have an instinct for seeking out the animals. We spent 3 days in the Serengeti and another day in the Ngorongoro Crater, where we saw the Big 5 in abundance - 5 black rhino, 4 leopards, and dozens of lions, elephants and giraffes. Our accommodation was in tents for 3 nights which was comfortable and allowed us to listen to the wildlife from our beds at night. Our chef, Pascal, kept us well fed with the best food we had in Tanzania. A great variety over the 5 days, a 3 course meal and always with tablecloth, napkins and proper crockery. Each meal comprised 4 or 5 main dishes of meat, vegetables, rice/pasta/fried potatoes, salad and homemade bread (at the campsite the bread rolls were baked in front of us on the fire). We enjoyed a sunrise tour, and many happy hours in the jeep with Gift who was unfailingly generous in his knowledge and patience. The Serengeti is truly amazing. After 5 days safari, we flew to Zanzibar for a few days on the stunning beaches. We took a boat tour which included swimming with dolphins and snorkeling over the coral. Truly a holiday of a lifetime.
Joanna Kiely · United Kingdom
We booked a 5-day safari with Makini and had a wonderful experience! The night before departure, Naomi gave us a clear and friendly briefing and we even received a Makini Safari t-shirt. During the safari, our guide David did an exceptional job. He was always enthusiastic, extremely knowledgeable about the parks and wildlife, and could answer all our questions with ease. He spoke fluent English, which made communication effortless and enjoyable throughout the trip. Thanks to his dedication and expertise, we were lucky enough to see the Big Five! At one point, the door lock of our safari vehicle stopped working (something quite normal given the rough and bumpy roads in the parks), but David handled it perfectly, quickly fixing the issue on the spot so we could continue our adventure without any interruptions. David even went above his usual duties as he made sure we had a smooth transfer to the airport after our trip. Our group of four shared the vehicle with three other travelers who had almost the same itinerary as ours, except for one night. Everything was very well organized, and the trip ran smoothly from start to finish. Our chef, Richard, prepared every meal and the food was absolutely delicious! Overall, we highly recommend Makini Safari to anyone looking for a well-organized, memorable, and truly authentic safari experience in Tanzania!
Stan · Belgium
The communication was perfect from the time of booking to the end of the tour. We had a fantastic guide, Fadhili, he was professional, kind and made sure we see everything. We had a lodge within Serengeti, where you could hear the lions roaring at night and see them from the terrace of the restaurant. It was a truly authentic experience.
Julia · Hungary
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older. Children under 15 receive a discount.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Ang'ata Serengeti Camp - Luxury tented camp inside Central Serengeti NP – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
This tour starts and ends in Arusha
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Go Makini Tanzania Expedition, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
This group tour requires a minimum of 6 people to run.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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