4-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Classic Tour Experience

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Arusha city

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), you will be warmly welcomed by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha town. This day is reserved for relaxation after your journey, allowing you to recover from travel and prepare for the adventure ahead. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short city orientation, visit local markets, or simply relax at the lodge. Your guide will provide a safari briefing, outlining the itinerary and what to expect during the trip. Dinner and overnight stay at your hotel in Arusha offer a comfortable start to your safari experience.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Transfer from Arusha to Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, depart from Arusha and journey toward Serengeti National Park via the scenic Ngorongoro highlands. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley and pass through Maasai villages along the way. Upon entering the Serengeti, begin your first game drive across its vast plains, home to large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. Keep an eye out for predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. The expansive savannah offers excellent wildlife viewing and photography opportunities. Arrive at your lodge or campsite in the evening for dinner and overnight in the heart of the wilderness.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Serengeti Classic View Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Start the day with an early morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, the best time to spot predators and active wildlife. After breakfast, continue with a mid-morning game drive before departing the Serengeti. Travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying wildlife sightings along the way. The landscape gradually changes from open plains to lush highlands. Arrive at the crater rim in the late afternoon, where you’ll enjoy stunning panoramic views. Dinner and overnight at a lodge or campsite on the crater rim in preparation for the next day’s exploration.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Wild Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater Then Return to Arusha for Departure

After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The crater hosts an incredible concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, and the rare black rhino. Explore diverse habitats such as grasslands, swamps, and lakes, offering excellent photography opportunities. Enjoy a picnic lunch near a hippo pool before ascending the crater in the afternoon. Afterward, drive back to Arusha, arriving in the early evening, marking the end of your unforgettable safari experience.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.