4 Days Serengeti National Park 3 Nights & Ngorongoro Crater
A 4-day private safari visiting Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara and cultural visits, running every month of the year.
Your itinerary
Choose a travel style to see where you stay each night.
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival Day
Whatever your arrival time at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha airport, your Ilmaasai Expedition driver-guide will be waiting for you with a warm welcoming smile. Kick back and relax in your comfortable vehicle as he takes you to your hotel in Arusha. Relaxation in Arusha
Didas VillaBed and breakfast.Day 1
Ngorongoro Crater
- Early morning drive from Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater (≈ 3 hours)
- Game drive inside Ngorongoro Crater.
- Picnic lunch at crater floor
- Late Afternoon drive from Ngorongoro to Serengeti (≈ 2.5-3 hours)
- Evening drive to the lodge
- Dinner and Overnight in Central Serengeti.
Optional activity: Visit Maasai village “Maasai Boma” $50 per Car.
Kumbukumbu tented lodge or Serengeti safari havenBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner. (Unlimited drinking water)Day 2
Full Day in Serengeti National Park
- Full-day game drives in Central Serengeti
- Picnic lunch
- Overnight again in central Serengeti
Optional activity: Hot air balloon ride in central Serengeti $600 per person.
Kumbukumbu tented lodge or Serengeti safari havenBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner. (Unlimited drinking water)Day 3
Another Full Day in Serengeti National Park
- Full-day game drives in Central Serengeti
- Picnic lunch
- Overnight again in central Serengeti
Optional activity: Hot air balloon ride in central Serengeti $600 per person.
Kumbukumbu tented lodge or Serengeti safari havenBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner. (Unlimited drinking water)Day 4
Serengeti national park. Option 1: Drive by Road
- Morning Game drives in Serengeti National Park
- Drive from Serengeti to Ngorongoro Loduare gate (≈ 3-4 hours)
- Drive from Ngorongoro loduare gate to Arusha (≈ 3 hours)
- Drop-off in Arusha airport or Kilimanjaro airport or your hotel in Arusha. Option 2: Fly out (EXTRA COST).
- Morning Game drives in Serengeti National Park
- Drive to Seronera airport for drop off and check in.
- Scheduled flight Seronera → Arusha → Zanzibar (Short stop in Arusha)
- Guests connecting to Zanzibar: continue to Zanzibar after short stop in Arusha.
- Guests only going to Arusha: stop in Arusha. Note: Flight is subject to availability on early confirmation.
Departure day, no overnightBreakfast & Lunch. (Unlimited drinking water)
Lodges are named as options, or similar, subject to availability.
Tanzania, month by month.
Calving season in Ndutu
Peak calving, predator action
Green season, fewer vehicles
Long rains, lush and quiet
Rains ease, low season value
Dry season opens, herds move north
River crossings begin
Peak crossings, prime game viewing
Dry, concentrated wildlife
Excellent predator sightings
Short rains, dramatic skies
Herds return south to Ndutu
From first message to first game drive.
01
Tell us your dates
Share travel dates, group size and what you most want to see. We reply within 24 hours.
02
We shape the route
A tailored itinerary with camp options at three price points, and honest advice on season and pacing.
03
Confirm and prepare
A 30% deposit secures camps and park permits. We send packing, camera and health notes.
04
Arrive and travel
Met at the airport, driven by your own guide, supported on the ground for the whole journey.
Before you ask.
- How many people share a vehicle?
- Every departure is private. Your party has the whole 4×4 to itself with a guaranteed window seat and pop-up roof for each guest.
- Can this itinerary be customised?
- Yes, every route here is a starting shape. We regularly extend nights, swap camps, add Zanzibar or restructure days around photography light.
- What does the price depend on?
- Season, group size and camp category. The quoted rate is a per-person guide for two travellers sharing in mid-season; we confirm exact pricing with your dates.
- What is the payment schedule?
- A 30% deposit confirms the booking, with the balance due 45 days before arrival. Bank transfer and card payments are both accepted.
- Is it suitable for children or older travellers?
- Yes. We adjust drive lengths, road transfers and lodge choices to suit families and to keep travel comfortable at any age.
- What should I pack for photography?
- A long lens (400mm+), a wide zoom, spare cards and batteries. We supply bean bags in every vehicle and can arrange charging in the field.
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