Chase the Big 5: 3-Day Classic Safari to Serengeti & Ngorongoro

Day 1: Central Serengeti National Park

1. Serengeti National Park
   7h
   Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your accommodation in Arusha by your safari guide and begin your journey toward the Central Serengeti. The drive takes you through the scenic Great Rift Valley and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering glimpses of Maasai villages and diverse landscapes along the way. After several hours on the road, you’ll enter Serengeti National Park and enjoy a picnic lunch before continuing with an en-route game drive toward the heart of the Serengeti, known in rich wildlife year-round and home to the iconic Big Five. In the late afternoon, you will arrive at your camp in the Central Serengeti for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Day 2: Serengeti National Park

1. Serengeti National Park
   6m
   After an early breakfast, you’ll set off on a full-day game drive across the vast plains of the Serengeti. This day is dedicated to exploring different areas of the park in search of wildlife. Your experienced guide will take you to areas known for predators like lions, leopards, and hyenas. You’ll enjoy a packed lunch, by mid to late afternoon, you will begin a leisurely return to your accommodation in the Serengeti, arriving in time to relax, enjoy dinner, and reflect on the day’s sightings under the stars.

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater

1. Ngorongoro Crater
   5m · Admission ticket included
   After a morning breakfast, you will begin your drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, you may spot more wildlife as you leave the Serengeti plains behind and climb into the highlands. Upon arrival at the Ngorongoro Crater rim, you’ll descend into the crater floor for a half-day game drive in one of Africa’s most unique ecosystems. After a picnic lunch inside the crater, you will begin your journey back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening, where you’ll be dropped off at your accommodation.

Pickup details

The exact pickup time will be shared with you once your pickup location has been confirmed and will ensure you receive all necessary details well a day before the safari.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Optional Airport Transfers. Airport transfers are not included in the package price. However, for your convenience, Vision Safari & Tours can arrange a private airport transfer upon request: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arusha: USD 40. Arusha Airport to Arusha Town: USD 15 If you would like us to arrange your airport transfer, please let us know in advance so we can coordinate your pick-up and drop-off smoothly. Payment can be made in cash/Credit Card upon arrival.
• Luggage Information Safari vehicles have limited luggage space, so we recommend travelling with soft-sided bags or backpacks rather than large hard-shell suitcases. If you are travelling with larger or excess luggage, we can safely store it at our office in Arusha while you are on safari and arrange for it to be available again at the end of your trip.
• Estimated Return Time On the final day of the safari, after your last game drive, we will begin the journey back to Arusha. Depending on the park location, road conditions, and any stops along the way, you can generally expect to arrive in Arusha at approximately 4:30–5:00 PM.