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Private safari journey · Tanzania

3-Day Luxury Safari in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater

Combine game drives in Serengeti National Park with a 600-meter descent into Ngorongoro Crater, where a picnic lunch breaks up wildlife viewing.

Duration
3 days
3 stops
Stays
2 stays
Guide price
From US$1,565
per person
Best for
Luxury tour
Private tour

The journey

Journey overview

Experience the ultimate 3-day luxury Tanzania safari through Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. Stay in premium lodges or luxury tented camps, enjoy expertly guided game drives, and witness incredible wildlife, including the Big Five. Perfect for travelers seeking comfort, adventure, and unforgettable safari moments in a short time.

  • Activities: game drives
  • Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle We can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Luxury tour
  • Private tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Not for solo travelers
  • Minimum age of 18 years

Availability

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

Route

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Day by day

Your itinerary

01Day 1

Day 1

Arusha to Serengeti National Park

Begin your luxury safari with an early morning departure from Arusha, traveling through the scenic Great Rift Valley and the Ngorongoro Highlands before entering the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of rolling hills, traditional Maasai villages, and Tanzania's diverse landscapes. Upon entering the park, embark on an exciting game drive en route to your luxury lodge or tented camp, with opportunities to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, antelopes, and an array of birdlife. Your expert guide will share fascinating insights into the park's unique ecosystem and wildlife behavior, making every sighting even more memorable. Arrive at your elegant accommodation in time to unwind, savor a delicious gourmet dinner, and relax in the comfort of your luxurious surroundings as you prepare for the adventures ahead beneath the star-filled African sky.
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
02Day 2

Day 2

Serengeti National Park

After an exhilarating day exploring the Serengeti, enjoy a scenic drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, taking in breathtaking views and spotting wildlife along the way. Arrive at your luxury lodge or tented camp perched on the crater rim or within the conservation area, where spectacular landscapes provide the perfect setting to unwind. Spend the evening savoring a gourmet dinner prepared with fresh local ingredients, relaxing by the fireplace or on your private veranda, and soaking in the tranquility of the African wilderness. Rest comfortably in your elegant accommodation, ready for the unforgettable Ngorongoro Crater safari awaiting you the following morning.
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
03Day 3

Day 3

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, depart for the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife sanctuaries. Descend 600 meters into the crater for a game drive across its diverse ecosystems, home to the Big Five, including the endangered black rhinoceros, as well as lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, hippos, hyenas, and abundant birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by breathtaking scenery before ascending the crater rim. In the afternoon, begin your scenic drive back to Arusha, arriving in the early evening with unforgettable memories of Tanzania's iconic landscapes, extraordinary wildlife, and an exceptional luxury safari experience.
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Stays

Where you will stay

Accommodation is subject to confirmation for your dates.

What’s included

The exact inclusion list is confirmed for your dates before you commit.

Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  3. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  4. A professional driver/guide
  5. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  6. All Taxes/VAT
  7. Roundtrip airport transfer
  8. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  9. Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Rates and dates

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From

US$1,565

per person

Guide price

US$1,841 per person

From prices use the lowest listed rate. Your dates and party size may change the price. Prices are a guide and will be confirmed for your dates and party before booking.

Before you plan

Journey details

Best for

Luxury tour

Private tour

Journey pace

2 stays

2 nights across 3 days.

Rooms

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Listing updated

28 Aug 2026

Rates, timing and lodge availability are checked again for your dates.

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