Northern Circuit · 3 days · Private
3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Budget Tour
3-day private safari visiting Serengeti and Ngorongoro. Guide, 4x4, park fees and full board included.
- Duration
- 3 days, 2 nights
- Group
- Private
- Activity
- Wildlife safari
- Starts
- Arusha
- Ends
- Arusha
A 3-day safari gives you the perfect chance to experience the thrill of Africa’s wildlife and breathtaking nature. With My Trip Adventures, you’ll enjoy an authentic encounter with the Big five and spotting many other incredible animals up close and capturing the beauty of Tanzania untamed landscapes.
All this comes with the care of a trusted local tour operator, offering full-board service, a private English-speaking guide, and exclusive use of a safari vehicle equipped with mineral water, binoculars, and charging points, along with carefully selected accommodations.
What it costs
The price per person falls as the group grows, because the vehicle and the guide are shared. These are the rates for a private group:
- $1,350 per person, group of 2
- $1,170 per person, group of 3
- $1,080 per person, group of 4
- $1,020 per person, group of 5
- $990 per person, group of 6
- $950 per person, group of 7
Park fees are included. Ask us for your exact dates and we will confirm the price in writing before anything is booked.
Trip highlights
- Parks visited: Serengeti and Ngorongoro
- Private Safari
- 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with Pop up roof
- Private English-speaking Tanzanian guide throughout
- 3 days and 2 nights, full board on safari
Day by day
Day 1 Central Serengeti - Kon Tiki Serengeti Camp
Transfer Arusha – Central Serengeti: 5 hours
Today, we’ll pick you up from your lodge or airport and drive straight to the heart of the Central Serengeti, with our packed lunches. Once we arrive, get ready for your first thrilling game drive across the vast savannas, spotting wildebeest, zebras, antelopes, and if you’re lucky, lions, leopards, and cheetahs. In the afternoon enjoy your lunch in a suitable place inside the park, then we continue with game drives before we reach the camp for dinner and a peaceful overnight surrounded by the sounds of the wild.
Game drives
Central Serengeti
The Central Serengeti is truly the heart of Africa’s wildlife. Here, the great migrating herds of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes sweep across the plains in a spectacular display, while lions, leopards, and cheetahs roam freely, playing their vital role in the circle of life. With golden grasslands stretching to the horizon and sunsets that take your breath away, every moment in the Serengeti feels like a memory you’ll treasure forever.
With an idyllic location in the middle of the wilderness, Kon Tiki Serengeti Camp rests in Central Serengeti, 30 min drive from Seronera airstrip. The camp is situated near the mighty Orangi river, which means wildlife walk through the camp frequently.
Overnight: Kon Tiki Serengeti Camp · Meals: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
Day 2 Central Serengeti - Kankari Lodge
Transfer Serengeti – Ngorongoro: 2 hours
Today you’ll wake up early for a magical morning game drive in the Central Serengeti, catching the sunrise and watching animals as they’re most active. After this unforgettable experience, we’ll drive to Karatu in the afternoon and take you to your lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight. It’s the perfect spot to relax, enjoy the view, and get ready for an early descent into the crater the next morning.
Game drives
Central Serengeti
Serengeti is more well-known for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. Be ready to see resident predators, leopard, cheetah, and lion, fulfilling their role in the circle of life.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Nestled within the Crater Highlands of Northern Tanzania, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a masterpiece of nature a place where time, beauty, and life intertwine. Its breathtaking landscapes stretch from sweeping grasslands and lush forests to rugged mountains that fade into the Serengeti plains. Within this enchanting wilderness lies the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder teeming with wildlife, and the historic Olduvai Gorge, often called the cradle of humankind. Every corner of Ngorongoro tells a story of ancient earth, timeless beauty, and the eternal rhythm of life in Africa.
Overnight: Kankari Lodge · Meals: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
Day 3 Ngorongoro Crater - End of Itinerary
Transfer Ngorongoro – Arusha: 3 hours.
After breakfast, you’ll descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a final, unforgettable game drive. Explore this natural wonder, often called Africa’s Garden of Eden, as you encounter a breathtaking variety of wildlife in one of the most scenic settings on earth. After your adventure, we’ll drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight home or onward journey carrying memories of Africa that will stay with you forever.
Game drives
Ngorongoro Crater
Located in Northern Tanzania, the Ngorongoro Crater is best known for its natural beauty and abundance of diverse wildlife; which makes it one of Africa’s most popular safari destinations. Surrounded by Tanzania’s highlands, this UNESCO-listed crater is said to be the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera.
Breakfast and Lunch
Transfer to Airport – For your international flight
After a nice game drive and picnic lunch in the afternoon, here depends on your international flight departure time we will transfer you directly to the airport for early check in and drop off is normally done 3 hours before flight departure which allows you to have flexible time for check in. This marks the end of our safari service and is where we thank you for choosing us and wish you a pleasant flight back home and hope to welcome you or your friends again in the near future.
Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions apply to all bookings made with My Trip Adventures Company Ltd. By confirming a booking, clients acknowledge and agree to these terms and on behalf of the entire group.
1. Booking & Payment: A booking is confirmed after My Trip Adventures receives a 30% deposit and written confirmation is issued. The balance must be paid six weeks (61 days) before the tour start date. Bookings made within six weeks must be paid in full or for agreement from both parties. Payments can be made via bank transfer or card in USD, TZS or if any payments should be made with agreements with company.
2. Cancellation Policy:
All cancellations must be made in writing. Charges apply as follows:
61+ days before departure – loss of deposit
60–45 days – 25% of total cost
44–29 days – 60% of total cost
28–7 days – 90% of total cost
Less than 7 days – 100% of total cost
Note: My Trip Adventures may cancel tours in exceptional cases (e.g., safety concerns, natural disasters or cases of the same). Affected clients will receive a full refund or alternative tour will be rescheduled by offering Credit note. And for any cancellation that will be made and affect client’s side due to refusal from suppliers we will try our level best to defend you, but not guaranteed for 100%.
3. Insurance: Clients must obtain comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, cancellation, evacuation, and lost property at their own pace. For any mandatory inbound travel insurance needed you will be directly advised by our expert upon booking.
4. Itinerary & Prices: The company reserves the right to adjust prices due to changes in park fees, taxes, or exchange rates, and to modify itineraries when there any necessary (e.g., weather or safety reasons).
5. Liability: Adventure travel involves risks. My Trip Adventures is not liable for injury, loss, or death unless caused by proven negligence, nor for delays or damages from third-party services or events beyond its control.
6. Force Majeure: The company is not responsible for disruptions caused by events such as natural disasters, strikes, pandemics, or government restrictions.
7. Complaints: For any issues or complaints should be reported immediately to staff/office. And for unresolved complaints must be submitted in writing within 30 days after the tour end date.
8. Third-Party Services: Accommodation, transport, and activities may be operated by third parties. My Trip Adventures is not responsible for their actions or omissions. For any actions should be reported to their part though we may provide any consultation support where possible.
9. Media Use: Photos or videos taken during tours may be requested and used by company only for marketing unless clients request otherwise in writing before departure.
10. Governing Law: All bookings are governed by the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania.
What is included
Included
- Transfers/Pick up/Drop off listed in the program
- Professional English-Speaking safari guide
- Transportation by 4x4 jeep Toyota Land Cruiser
- Bottled Mineral water for safari
- All Park fees, but for Single entry park fees expire 24 hours
- All Activities listed in the program
Not included
- International flights
- VISA
- All beverages at hotels/lodges/tented camps (Alcoholic beverages)
- Laundry service
- Tipping
- All personal expenses
- All what is not explicitly included in this program
- Zanzibar Infrastructure Tax of 5 USD per person per night to be paid direct at the hotel in Zanzibar, if you are travelling to Zanzibar.
- Zanzibar inbound travel insurance. The cost is USD 44 per person per adult. For children, aged 2-15 inclusive, will pay USD 22, children under 2 years old are free of charge. This insurance covers some medical emergencies and travel disruptions while within the Island.
- Optional supplements
- These are optional supplements or special arrangements can be provided upon request and will incur an additional charge.
- Hot Air Balloon ride
- Walking safari
- Night game drive
- Bush dinner
- Birthday cake, wines or champagnes
- Domestic flight
- Cultural experience
- Sightseeing- Waterfalls, Kilimanjaro day hike, Chemka hot spring, Serval Sanctuary, city tour etc.
- Sundowner
Before you travel
Pickup and meeting point
Pickup from your hotel in Arusha, or from Kilimanjaro International Airport if you are flying in on the first day. Tell us your flight number when you book.
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