Experience the heart of Tanzania on this 3-day safari through Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park, two of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Marvel at dramatic landscapes, from the vast Serengeti plains to the breathtaking caldera of Ngorongoro, while encountering a rich diversity of wildlife. This safari is ideal for travelers seeking an unforgettable mix of adventure, photography, and up-close encounters with nature.
Explore Serengeti National Park, home to the legendary Great Wildebeest Migration, the Big Five, and hundreds of other species. From golden savannahs to the iconic kopjes, every moment in the Serengeti offers unique safari experiences whether watching lions bask in the sunset or enjoying an exhilarating game drive across the wild plains.
Conclude your safari in Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder teeming with wildlife within a stunning volcanic caldera. Here, you may spot elephants, rhinos, lions, and zebras all in one of the world’s most picturesque wildlife arenas. With expert guides and comfortable accommodations, this short but immersive safari with Savanna Legacy Safaris promises memories that will last a lifetime.
Your safari adventure begins early in the morning as your Savanna Legacy Safaris driver-guide picks you up from your hotel in Arusha. After a brief introduction and safari briefing, you embark on a scenic drive toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you traverse the lush Ngorongoro Highlands, enjoying breathtaking vistas and spotting traditional Maasai villages dotting the plains. By midday, you descend onto the expansive Serengeti plains, greeted by giraffes, zebras, elephants, and an endless savannah stretching beyond the horizon.
Upon entering the Serengeti, you embark on an immersive game drive en route to your camp or lodge. The central Serengeti (Seronera Valley) is famed for its year-round water sources, supporting one of Africa’s densest concentrations of wildlife. Lions may be seen lounging in the grass, cheetahs scanning the plains for prey, and elusive leopards resting in acacia trees. After this thrilling first day in the wilderness, you arrive at your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay beneath the Serengeti’s star-studded sky.
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After breakfast, you embark on a full-day game drive to explore the Serengeti’s diverse ecosystems. From the iconic kopjes where lions lounge to the vast grasslands teeming with gazelles and wildebeest, every corner of the park offers unforgettable wildlife encounters. Your experienced guide will take you to the best wildlife hotspots depending on the season, maximizing your chances of witnessing predators in action or catching the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration.
Throughout the day, enjoy photography stops, birdwatching, and sweeping panoramas of the Serengeti’s golden plains. A picnic lunch is served at a scenic spot, giving you time to relax and absorb the serene surroundings. The afternoon continues with more wildlife viewing, as the setting sun bathes the plains in a warm, golden glow. You return to your lodge in the evening for a hearty meal and a well-earned rest after a full day of adventure.
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After an early breakfast, you check out and begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy a final game drive through the Serengeti as the morning light brings the landscape alive. Upon arrival at the crater rim, you are greeted with breathtaking views of the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera — a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” You then descend 600 meters into the crater for an exhilarating game drive.
Ngorongoro Crater is renowned for its extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including elephants, lions, hyenas, buffalo, hippos, and the endangered black rhino. The crater floor features a mosaic of habitats, from swamps and forests to grasslands and Lake Magadi, where flamingos and other water birds congregate. After an unforgettable wildlife experience, enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic viewpoint before ascending the crater walls and driving back to Arusha. You arrive in the late afternoon or early evening, concluding your remarkable 3-day safari.
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