3 Days Northern Circuit Tanzania Safari | Tanzania Wildlife Safari & Big Five Tour

3 Days Northern Circuit Tanzania Safari | Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari | Tanzania Wildlife Safari | Nelwen Tours & Safaris

Experience the best of Tanzania’s famous safari route with this 3 Days Northern Circuit Tanzania Safari featuring the iconic Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. This short but powerful Tanzania Wildlife Safari is designed for travelers who want to explore world-class wildlife destinations and see the Big Five in their natural habitat.

This safari offers unforgettable game drives, breathtaking landscapes, and the best wildlife encounters in East Africa.

Safari Overview

Your journey takes you through Tanzania’s most famous Northern Circuit destinations:

Serengeti National Park – endless plains, predators, and Great Migration wildlife

Ngorongoro Crater – world-famous Big Five wildlife crater

This combination makes one of the most powerful Tanzania Safari Packages, offering high chances of seeing lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, and leopards in just 3 days.

Safari Highlights

• Game drives in Serengeti National Park
• Big Five safari in Ngorongoro Crater
• Predator action (lions, cheetahs, leopards)
• Great Migration sightings (seasonal)
• Scenic African savannah landscapes
• UNESCO World Heritage Site experience
• Professional safari guide
• Budget, mid-range & luxury options

Detailed Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive through the scenic highlands toward Serengeti National Park.

Upon arrival, enjoy your first game drive across the endless Serengeti plains. You may spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and cheetahs.

Dinner and overnight stay at a lodge or tented camp inside or near Serengeti.

Day 2: Full Day Serengeti Safari Experience

Spend a full day exploring different regions of Serengeti National Park.

Follow wildlife movements, enjoy sunrise and sunset game drives, and look for predators such as lions, leopards, and hyenas.

Enjoy picnic lunch in the bush and continue game viewing until evening.

Dinner and overnight stay in Serengeti.

Day 3: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Arusha

After early breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Crater.

Descend 600 meters into the crater floor for a full-day game drive. The crater is one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in a single location.

You will see lions, elephants, buffaloes, and possibly the rare black rhino, along with hippos, zebras, and wildebeests.

After lunch, ascend from the crater and drive back to Arusha in the evening.

Meals

Day 1; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 2; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Breakfast & Lunch

Bottled drinking water included

Accommodation Options

Budget ($80–100 per night)

Ideal for travelers looking for affordable Tanzania Safari Packages without compromising wildlife experience.

• Serengeti Public Campsite
• Twiga Campsite
• Ikoma Camp
• Simba Campsite (Ngorongoro)
• Basic Karatu lodges

Mid-Range ($100–200 per night)

Perfect balance of comfort, location, and Tanzania Wildlife Safari experience.

• Serengeti Heritage Camp
• Kati Kati Tented Camp
• Marera Valley Lodge
• Farm of Dreams Lodge
• Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

Luxury ($300–1,500+ per night)

For exclusive Luxury Tanzania Safari experiences with premium service.

• Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
• Melia Serengeti Lodge
• Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
• &Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas
• Lemala Tented Camps

Price Includes

• 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Professional safari guide
• Park entry fees
• Accommodation and meals
• Game drives as per itinerary
• Bottled water
• Government taxes

Price Excludes

• International flights
• Visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities
• Optional balloon safari

Wildlife You May See

• Lions
• Elephants
• Rhinos
• Buffaloes
• Leopards
• Zebras
• Wildebeests
• Giraffes
• Hyenas
• Hippos

Best Time to Visit

June to October

Best wildlife viewing and dry season safari conditions.

November to March

Green season with calving and birdwatching.

April to May

Low season with fewer crowds.

Why Book with Nelwen Tours & Safaris?

• Expert Tanzania safari operator
• Experienced local guides
• Well-maintained 4x4 vehicles
• Affordable and luxury packages
• High success rate for wildlife sightings
• Customizable itineraries

Book Your 3 Days Northern Circuit Safari Today

Join Nelwen Tours & Safaris for an unforgettable 3 Days Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari and experience the best of the Tanzania Wildlife Safari adventure.