3 Day Ngorongoro Magical Adventure
On this 3 Day Ngorongoro Magical Adventure; Journey right into the heart of one of the world’s most wonderful natural sights: the Ngorongoro Crater. Within three days, breathtaking landscapes, seeing the “Big Five” in their natural environment, and magical moments wait for you within this UNESCO World Heritage Protection Area. This is an adventure that provides just the right combination of wonder and wild beauty, from stunning views along the rim to up-close animal encounters on the lush floor-in a lifetime of memories!
Safari Highlights
Transfer from Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater with an evening game drive.
Morning and afternoon Game Drives in Ngorongoro Crater.
Natural Walk in Ngorongoro Crater.
Visit to Maasai Village.
Visit to Karatu and Mto-Wa-Mbu Market towns.
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha and Transfer to Ngorongoro.
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at the Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your amiable guide, who will give you a proper briefing concerning the adventure; After a short stopover in Arusha to refresh and have lunch, the journey begins as you drive toward the world-famous Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
The drive to Ngorongoro is an exhilarating ride on its own as you will pass by some lush farmlands, Maasai villages, and breathtakingly beautiful sceneries. As you climb higher up toward the highlands of Ngorongoro, it certainly gets cooler-downright misty. Indeed, the mist lends a kind of mystique to the drive. You will reach your lodge by late afternoon, perched on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater.
As you retire to your comfortable accommodation, that vast expanse of crater floor will just about leave you aghast. You’ll indulge in a delicious dinner while watching one of nature’s most remarkable wonders.
Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area
Accommodation Options:
Luxury |
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge or Similar |
Mid-Range |
African Safari Ngorongoro or Similar |
Budget |
Rhino Lodge Ngorongoro or Similar |
- Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Drinking Water, Fruits and Wi-Fi throughout the journey
Day 2: Full Day Ngorongoro Crater Exploration.
Start off early today with a good breakfast ahead of the descent into the Ngorongoro Crater-commonly referred to as the “Eighth Wonder of the World”; A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the crater is host to an immense concentration of wildlife, and therefore considered one of the best wildlife viewing spots in the world.
Going down the crater walls to the plains, one finds them teeming with life-from the “Big Five” of lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo that thrive in this natural enclosure; Ngorongoro Crater supports a range of ecosystems-from open grasslands across swamps to woodlands-to accommodate a wide range of animals, including hippos, wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles.
Driven by your guide you will head to various ‘hotspots’ in the crater, including the Lake Magadi area, which is home to hundreds of pink flamingos during the rainy season. Today, have a picnic lunch on the crater floor, surrounded by this dramatic landscape.
Later this afternoon, head up to the crater rim and back to your lodge, where you will relax, have dinner and enjoy a quiet evening.
Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area
Accommodation Options:
Luxury |
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge or Similar |
Mid-Range |
African Safari Ngorongoro or Similar |
Budget |
Rhino Lodge Ngorongoro or Similar |
- Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Drinking Water, Fruits and Wi-Fi throughout the journey
Day 3: Morning Game Drive and Transfer Back to Arusha.
Wake up early on this last day and take a morning game drive around the crater rim. You will get one more chance to see some of the fascinating wildlife of Ngorongoro against the attractive sunrise backdrop.
After your morning drive, return to the lodge for breakfast and then take off for Arusha. This is quality time for yourself as the scenic route meanders back from where your magical adventure just unfolded-from the misty highlands down to the wildlife-packed crater.
You will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport upon arrival in Arusha for your departure flight or transferred to your hotel for a relaxing stay; You will leave Ngorongoro with memories of great landscapes and amazing wildlife encounters, possessing an attachment to the area as part of your soul. This shall be the end of our amazing 3 Day Ngorongoro Magical Adventure.
Destination: Arusha (Kilimanjaro International Airport)
Accommodation Option: No (End of tour)
- Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Drinking Water, Fruits and Wi-Fi throughout the journey
PRICE INCLUDES
- Round Trip Airport Transfers (pick up and drop off)
- Private transportation in a 4×4 Safari Cars
- Meals specified on a Full Board basis
- Accommodation with ensuite facility
- Applicable Park entrance & activities Fees
- English speaking professional Driver-Guide
- All hotel/lodge pickups and drop off
- All Taxes
- Bottled drinking water and Fruits while on safari
- Activities as stipulated in the itinerary (except those stated as “optional”
PRICE EXCLUDES
- Activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Flight Fares (unless requested)
- Country entry Visa
- Personal/Travel insurance
- Telephone charges
- Laundry
- Bar bills and all other kinds of drinks except water
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Souvenirs, gifts and Tips
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Covid-19 and other related tests and vaccinations
RATES PER PERSON: (Tour Rates/Prices are Per Person and exclude International Flight from or to your home Country).
RATE PER PERSON | Solo 1 Room |
2 People 1 Room |
4 People 2 Rooms |
6 People 3 Rooms |
7 People + |
Luxury | $3,797 | $2,617 | $2,137 | $1,977 | GET A QUOTE |
Mid-Range | $3,048 | $1,968 | $1,488 | $1,328 | GET A QUOTE |
Budget | $2,767 | $1,800 | $1,320 | $1,160 | GET A QUOTE |
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