Duration
3-Day
Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
3-Day Winter Great Migration Serengeti & Ngorongoro Trip
Overview
This 3-day safari gives you a chance to witness the great migration and sleep in very good accommodations. With Serengeti Smile, you will be immersed in the unspoiled nature of real Africa. You will see wild animals up close and take photos of the wonderful landscapes of Tanzania. All this with the assistance of a Tour Operator based in Arusha, full board on safari, personal English-speaking guide, and private use 4x4 Jeep (with mineral water, power sockets, binoculars).
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Quick Facts
Route
Arusha to Arusha
Via Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP), Ngorongoro Crater
Country & park
Tanzania / Ngorongoro Crater
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
5 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp - Ndutu - Mid-range tented camp inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$1,623 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
n/a* USD
$1,623 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 14 people.
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 5 years and older. Children under 12 receive a discount.
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Route
country
Tanzania
Start
Arusha (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater
End
Arusha (Day 3)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
5
Minimum age of 5 years
The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp - Ndutu
Mid-range tented camp inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2
Laba Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
Luxury lodge less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
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
Arusha to Serengeti Ndutu for the Great Migration
You'll be picked up from your hotel in Arusha and depart for the Serengeti Ndutu for wildlife sightings paying special attention to the great migration. Enjoy lunch in a suitable place inside the park. In the afternoon, we will continue with the game drive activity before reaching the camp. The great migration is the largest herd movement of wildebeests, zebra and other animals gathering together for calving season. Wildebeests give birth at this time. The best time to visit is from mid-December to early April every year. Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP) All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP) Stay: Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp - Ndutu Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 2
Serengeti Ndutu for Great Migration and Then Transfer to Ngorongoro for Your Overnight on the Rim
Today wake up early and enjoy the great migration in Serengeti Ndutu then in the afternoon, depart to Ngorongoro for your overnight at the accommodation located on the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. This gives you a chance to descend inside the Crater the next day in the early morning and see many animals when they are still more active. The great migration is the largest herd movement of wildebeests, zebras and other animals gathering together for calving season. Wildebeests give birth at this time. The best time to visit is from mid-December to early April every year. Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP) Stay: Laba Ngorongoro Crater Lodge Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha Town
After breakfast, then we'll descend inside Ngorongoro Crater for game drives. Once we finish the game drives, we will transfer you back to Arusha town where the safari ends. This park constitutes the largest uninterrupted caldera in the world and one of the Natural Wonders of Africa. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Included
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)
Excluded
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
Drinks
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Arusha
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Serengeti Smile
5.0 operator rating
1,054 reviews
SERENGETI SMILE is the Best Tour Operator organizing Wildlife Safaris, Beach Holidays, Mountains Trekking, and Cultural Tours in Tanzania. We organize highly professional Safaris and Holidays to the most magnificent destinations offering an amazing experience for a lifetime.
Office In
Tanzania
Size
50-100 employees (Founded in 2020)
Member Of
Tanzania Tourist Board & AMREF FLYING DOCTORS INSURANCE
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Tanzania
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Professional & experienced
We have just completed a 5 day safari across Tarangire, Serengeti, Ndutu & Ngorongoro. We have the best experience of our lives. The booking process was smooth and any questions we had were answered sufficiently and quickly. We were lucky to have Zack as our guide who was absolutely brilliant. We felt safe at all times, he was a very skilled driver even in difficult conditions. Zacks knowledge and experience was superb, his eye for spotting different animals and choosing what routes to take really made our experience and meant we were able to see some incredible sightings. We saw more than we ever expected we would thanks to Zack including a serval cat, 3 leopard sightings, 4 rhinos, many close elephant and lion encounters and so so much more. We would recommend Serengeti smile to anyone thinking of coming to Tanzania, we have truly had the most amazing time and are feeling very grateful for the experience we’ve had.
Laura · United Kingdom
Outstanding Safari Experience – We saw it all!
We had an unforgettable 4-day safari for 4 people thanks to our exceptional guide Pius Meiliar. He was incredibly polite, calm, and attentive to our every need. Thanks to his expertise and dedication, we managed to spot not only the Big 5, but also the Ugly 5 and Small 5, always getting us close enough for the perfect photos. His eye for detail was amazing—he pointed out everything from lions and rhinos to "Pumbas," unique lizards, and tortoises. Communication was seamless, and the daily itinerary he planned was comprehensive and perfectly structured. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for an authentic and full safari experience! The overall experience relative to the price was more than great, offering truly exceptional value for everything we experienced.
Despoina Kontou · Greece
The best!
Our safari guide in Tanzania, Pius Meiliar, was absolutely AMAZING!!! 🤩 We truly don’t have enough words to describe how incredible he was! With great experience, outstanding knowledge, and genuine passion for wildlife, he gave us some of the most magical moments of our lives. He had an incredible ability to spot animals and always positioned us perfectly to experience every scene up close — it felt like we were inside a live documentary! Thanks to him, we were able to see all of the Big Five, which made our experience even more unforgettable. Always smiling, kind, patient, and full of positive energy, Pius made our safari not only exciting but also completely safe and comfortable. Pius Meiliar made our adventure truly unforgettable, and we highly recommend him to anyone who wants an authentic and extraordinary safari experience in Tanzania! 🦁🌍✨
Tasos Papamanolis · Greece
Once in a lifetime experience!
Our safari experience was absolutely amazing thanks to our guide, Pius Meiliar. Thanks to his incredible knowledge, experience, and sharp eye, we were able to spot all of the Big Five with ease. He always knew where to go and how to position the vehicle perfectly, while also explaining animal behavior in a clear and engaging way. We felt completely safe and well taken care of throughout the safari. Truly an unforgettable experience and highly recommended!
Tasos · Greece
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older. Children under 12 receive a discount.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp - Ndutu - Mid-range tented camp inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Arusha
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Serengeti Smile, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
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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