3 Days Tanzania Big-5 Safari to Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater | Private Midrange Lodge Safari

This 3 Days Tanzania Big-5 Private Midrange Lodge Safari is perfect for travelers with limited time who want an immersive wildlife experience.

Duration 3 Days

Tour Type Private Tour

Accommodation Mid-Range Lodges

Route Arusha/Zanzibar → Arusha/Zanzibar

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About 3 days Private Midrange Lodge Safari

This 3 Days Tanzania Big-5 Private Midrange Lodge Safari is perfect for travelers with limited time who want an immersive wildlife experience. The itinerary focuses on two of Tanzania’s most famous northern circuit destinations—Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater—offering opportunities to see the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino) and other abundant wildlife while staying in midrange lodges and tented camps with en-suite facilities and quality meals.

Tour Highlights

                                            Day 1:
                                            Arusha or Zanzibar – Serengeti National Park
                                        
                                            Day 2:
                                            Full Day Serengeti National Park
                                        
                                            Day 3:
                                            Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha / Zanzibar

Day by Day Itinerary

Option A: From Arusha Morning pickup from your Arusha hotel and drive to Serengeti National Park via the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands. Enjoy your first private game drive en route, spotting giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and possibly lions. Picnic lunch in the park. Option B: From Zanzibar Early morning flight from Zanzibar to Arusha. Upon arrival, meet your private safari guide and drive to Serengeti National Park for a private game drive and picnic lunch.

Overnight at

Mid-range Lodge/Camp

📍 Destination: Serengeti National Park

🍴 Meals: No meals included

Spend a full day on private game drives in Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations. Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, and vast herds of wildebeest and zebras. Picnic lunch during the game drive or hot lunch at your lodge.

Overnight at

Mid-range Lodge/Camp

📍 Destination: Serengeti National Park

🍴 Meals: No meals included

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Price from $1,300

What's Included in the Price

Airport Transfers:(JRO, ARK, or ZNZ).
Meals: During the Safari
Transport & Logistics: Park fees, transit fees, and government VAT.
Professional Crew: Certified English-speaking guides, drivers, or mountain teams.
Drinking Water: Unlimited purified water throughout the trip.

What's Excluded in the Price

Flights: International airfare and unbundled domestic flights.
Visas: Tanzanian Tourist Visa fees ($50 - $100 USD).
Accomodation: During and after Safari
Tipping: Gratuities for safari guides, porters, chefs, and lodge staff.
Travel Insurance: Mandatory comprehensive medical & evacuation insurance.
Personal Expenses: Laundry, alcohol, souvenirs, and optional gear rentals.

Extra Add-On Activities You Can Add to Your Tanzania Safari

Enhance your 3 Days Tanzania Big-5 Safari to Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater | Private Midrange Lodge Safari with the best experiences beyond traditional game drives. Choose from unique wildlife, cultural, and adventure activities available in Tanzania's most famous destinations.

Extra Safari Activity	Serengeti National Park	Tarangire National Park	Ngorongoro Conservation Area	Lake Manyara National Park
🎈 Hot Air Balloon Safari	From $599/person Sunrise balloon flight over Serengeti plains followed by bush breakfast.	Not available	Not available	Not available
🚶 Walking Safari	$50–$150/person Guided wilderness walk with ranger in selected areas.	$50–$120/person Discover Tarangire wildlife, plants and animal tracks on foot.	$50–$150/person Nature walks around crater highlands and forests.	$50–$120/person Explore Lake Manyara ecosystem on foot.
🍽 Bush Breakfast Experience	From $35/person Breakfast in the heart of Serengeti wilderness.	From $35/person Enjoy breakfast surrounded by baobabs and nature.	From $40/person Scenic crater-side dining experience.	From $35/person Relaxing breakfast near Lake Manyara.
🌅 Sundowner Experience	$30–$70/person Sunset drinks overlooking endless plains.	$30–$60/person Sunset experience among giant baobab trees.	$30–$70/person Beautiful sunset views from crater highlands.	$30–$60/person Sunset views near the lake.
🛖 Maasai Cultural Visit	$20–$50/person Meet Maasai communities around Serengeti.	$20–$50/person Experience Maasai traditions and lifestyle.	$20–$50/person Visit traditional Maasai villages.	$20–$50/person Mto wa Mbu cultural experience.
🦜 Bird Watching Safari	From $50/person Explore Serengeti's rich birdlife.	From $50/person Famous for diverse bird species.	From $50/person Flamingos and highland birds.	From $50/person Excellent birding destination.
📸 Photography Safari	$100–$300/day Professional wildlife photography experience.	$100–$250/day Great for elephants and baobab photography.	$100–$250/day Scenic crater photography.	$100–$250/day Wildlife and landscape photography.
🏺 Olduvai Gorge Visit	$35–$50/person Archaeological and human history experience.	Not available	$35–$50/person Visit one of Africa's most important archaeological sites.	Not available
🌳 Treetop Canopy Walkway	Not available	Not available	Not available	$20–$30/person Walk above the forest canopy.
🛶 Canoeing Experience	Not available	Not available	Not available	$50–$100/person Paddle Lake Manyara with scenic views.

Note: Prices are estimated starting rates and may vary depending on season, availability, group size, and activity provider.

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