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3-Day Tanzania Safari from Zanzibar to Serengeti

Serengeti and Ngorongoro

3-Day Tanzania Safari from Zanzibar to Serengeti

Serengeti and Ngorongoro

Price

$1,515.00

Duration

3 days

Max People

21

Min Age

5+

Tour Type

Overview

Embark on a thrilling 3-day Tanzania safari from Zanzibar with Nihapa Tours, flying straight into the heart of the Serengeti to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration’s dramatic Mara River crossings (best viewed July–October).

Track lions, leopards, and elephants across the Serengeti’s vast, wildlife-rich plains before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater, home to black rhinos, flamingos, and a dense concentration of African wildlife.

Enjoy private 4x4 game drives, stay in eco-friendly mid-range camps, and seamless logistics, all curated for Comfort and adventure. Return to Zanzibar’s beaches by Day 3, with memories of Tanzania’s most iconic safari landscapes.

Tour Highlights

  • Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
  • Parks Visited: Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater
  • Safari Style: Fly-in/Fly-out Safari
  • Group Size: Flexible (2–6 recommended)
  • Departure and Return Place: Starts/ends in Zanzibar
  • Departure Time: According to the flight schedule
  • Return Time: Approximately 4:30 PM
  • Dress Code: Casual, comfortable athletic clothing, hat, spare clothing
  • Customizations: Can be amended/customized upon request
  • Extensions: Zanzibar beach stay or extra safari days available on request
  • Season: Dry season (July-October) is ideal for Mara River crossings; Ngorongoro is excellent year-round. Migration timing varies with the rains.
  • Private Guide: Expert driver-guide for personalized wildlife touring
  • Local Expertise: In-depth knowledge from locally born travel specialists
  • Support: 24/7 assistance from your travel designer and concierge

Sample Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Zanzibar to Central Serengeti (Seronera)

  • Morning flight from Zanzibar to Seronera Airstrip
  • 10:00 AM pickup at airstrip; transfer to 4x4 vehicle for afternoon game drive
  • Explore Seronera’s wildlife-rich plains, spotting lions, leopards, elephants, and giraffes
  • Overnight at Mawe Tented Camp or Serengeti Safari Lodge (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Day 2: Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti (Kogatende)

  • Morning game drive in Seronera, then drive 3-4 hours to Kogatende
  • Afternoon game drive along the Mara River, seeking wildebeest crossings (July-October)
  • Spot predators like cheetahs and crocodiles in the remote north
  • Optional: Hot air balloon ride at dawn ($550-$600/person)
  • Overnight at Nyasi Migrational Camp or Sayari Camp (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Day-3: Northern Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater and Zanzibar

  • Early morning transfer (3-4 hours) to Ngorongoro Crater for a 5-hour game drive
  • Spot black rhinos, lions, hippos, and flamingos at Lake Magadi; picnic lunch by Hippo Pool
  • Afternoon flight from Manyara Airstrip to Zanzibar (1-1.5 hours), arriving ~4:30 PM
  • Transfer to your Zanzibar hotel; end of safari services (breakfast, lunch)

Why Choose This Safari from Zanzibar

  • See the Big Five and possibly the Great Migration (June-October)
  • Fly-in/fly-out saves time, maximizing game viewing
  • Expert guides ensure an immersive experience
  • Private 4x4 Land Cruiser for optimal viewing
  • Perfect for wildlife photographers, families, and first-timers
  • Flexible, customizable itineraries
  • Stay in eco-friendly camps or top-rated lodges

Why Choose Nihapa Tours for Your  Tanzania Safaris?

Nihapa Tours designs personalized  Tanzania Safaris to suit your preferences, blending adventure, comfort, and expert guidance. Our  Tanzania Safaris stand out with:

  • Extended Exploration: More time to visit key parks like Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
  • Expert Guides: Local experts enhance your Tanzania Safari with rich insights.
  • Flexible Options: Choose budget camping, mid-range lodges, or luxury tented camps.
  • Private Tours: Enjoy exclusive 4×4 vehicles for an intimate safari experience.
  • Conservation Focus: We support sustainable tourism during your  Tanzania Safari.

With Nihapa Tours, your Tanzania Safari will be a seamless and memorable journey.

Best Month to Visit Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro

The Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater offer amazing wildlife viewing opportunities year-round, but the best time to experience them depends on your preferences.

  • June-October: Dry season, ideal for spotting animals; Great Migration in northern Serengeti
  • December-March: Calving season in the southern Serengeti, with predator action
  • April-May: Fewer crowds, lush landscapes, budget-friendly

Travel Tips

  • Pack: Lightweight clothing, binoculars, Camera.
  • Visa: Apply for a Tanzanian e-Visa.
  • Tourist Visa Checking Tool
  • Vaccinations: Consult for yellow fever and malaria.

  • Flights: Booked by Nihapa Tours; confirm schedules early

Book Your 3-Day Tanzania Safari from Zanzibar

Nihapa Tours delivers an unforgettable Tanzania safari with expert guides, private vehicles, and tailored itineraries. Ready to explore the Serengeti and Ngorongoro? Contact Nihapa Tours to plan your  Tanzania Safaris and enjoy exclusive 2025 offers!

Call us: +255 123 456 789
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Costs Includeds/Excludes

  • All Mentioned Safari Activities
  • Air Ambulance Service by AMREF Flying Doctors
  • Airport Pick-up and Drop-off Transfers
  • Hotel Accommodations According to the Itinerary
  • Transportation in 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing and photography
  • All Park Fees
  • Experienced English-speaking safari guide
  • All Meals according to the Itinerary
  • Bottled water and soft drinks throughout the tour
  • Binocular (1 per Vehicle)
  • Medical kit
  • All Taxes on Tour Fees & Services
  • Crew salaries
  • Air tickets
  • Visa fees
  • Lunch and dinner in hotel (only before and after safari)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips to your safari guide ($25-45 per day per car)
  • Other optional activities
  • Personal expenses

Day 1 Zanzibar to Central Serengeti (Seronera)

Your journey begins with a morning flight from Zanzibar to the heart of the Serengeti, landing at Seronera Airstrip in just under two hours. Upon arrival, your private guide will greet you and take you on an afternoon game drive through the Central Serengeti, a region famed for its high concentration of big cats and year-round wildlife activity.

As the golden sun dips over the horizon, expect unforgettable encounters with lions, leopards, elephants, and graceful antelopes. Your evening is spent at a comfortable mid-range tented camp or safari lodge, where the distant roar of lions sets the soundtrack for a magical first night in the wild.

Day 2Central to Northern Serengeti (Kogatende)

After breakfast, your safari continues northward. A scenic game drive of three to four hours will take you through rolling savannahs and hidden valleys toward Kogatende, near the Mara River. This area is ground zero for the Great Migration between July and October, when thousands of wildebeest brave crocodile-infested waters in one of nature’s most spectacular survival struggles.

In the afternoon, you'll explore the riverbanks where predator-prey interactions unfold with cinematic intensity. For those seeking a truly unforgettable experience, a sunrise hot air balloon safari can be arranged, offering panoramic views over the northern Serengeti. As night falls, you'll settle into a seasonal mobile camp like Nyasi or a luxury lodge such as Sayari, both offering comfort without compromising your connection to the wilderness.

Day 3 Northern Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Zanzibar

Rise early and embark on a picturesque overland drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving in time to descend into the ancient volcanic caldera for a half-day game drive. The Ngorongoro Crater is a haven for diverse wildlife, including rare black rhinos, enormous bull elephants, lions, hyenas, and flocks of flamingos along the crater lake.

With its enclosed ecosystem and breathtaking scenery, the crater offers one of Africa’s most concentrated wildlife experiences. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor or rim, you'll transfer to Lake Manyara Airstrip for a mid-afternoon flight back to Zanzibar, arriving just in time for a sunset stroll along the beach.

Tour Pricing

 

Number of People Cost Per Person in US($) Budget Camping Cost Per Person in US($) Standard
2  People On Request $2,100
4-6 People On Request $1,515

Tour Accommodations

 

Tour Day Budget Camping Package Standard Package
Day 1 On request

Central Serengeti Luxury Camp
Day 2 On request

Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
Day 3 On request No accommodation

Will there be wildlife roaming at the camps and lodges?

Yes. Bear in mind they are wild and unpredictable. The thought restrains you from getting too adventurous on hands-on when you cross paths with a wild animal. Attacks are rare but discretion is a better part of valor. Exercise caution. Remember it’s their territory and you are the intruder.

What do you mean by game drives?

The opportunity to explore the thriving wildlife of Tanzania in a safari vehicle by going deep into the secluded zones for an up-close and personal experience of Tanzania’s biggest and meanest

What happens if I get sick or injured on safari?

Any health or medical emergency will be attended to. If the condition requires hospitalization, you will be evacuated to the nearest hospital immediately. Make sure you have travel and health insurance coverage. It’s highly recommended

What if I have special dietary requirements?

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, celiac, lactose-free, or if you have any allergies, just give us a heads up and you will be catered to.

What is the maximum group size per vehicle?

The maximum group size is Six (6) guests per vehicle.

What travel documents do I need?

You will need a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond your dates of travel with an entry or re-entry visa, duly endorsed.

Who are your operators in Tanzania?

We are. We are not agents for anybody, but run the treks ourselves through our own Tanzanian company. So you can rest assured that whoever you speak to in our company has climbed Kilimanjaro – and probably many times.

Will I see wildlife?

Prior to the climb, you’ll enjoy an acclimatization day with wildlife viewing and nature walks. Trekking through the rain forest, you’re likely to spot black-and-white Colobus monkeys, tropical birds and more.

Will the safari be dusty?

Definitely! What’s the point of a safari if you don’t kick up the dust. And there will be plenty to kick in the dry months. Some of the trails on the safari route are bumpy and dusty, especially between Ngorongoro and Serengeti. So roll up the window and turn the AC on. Use sunglasses and a hat, and protect your electronic equipment from the dust storms

What can I expect on a typical safari day?

Depends on which park you have chosen in your itinerary. Every park has a distinct character, topography, and animals with attitude. If it’s Serengeti then enjoy the endless savannahs and Big 5. Tarangire’s offerings are a semi-arid landscape with majestic baobabs with no shortage of wildlife. Including the Big 5 in a day

What about tipping the safari driver guides?

Tipping for services is not obligatory, but very common in Tanzania. Your tip is highly appreciated and can make a big difference to your guide and lodge staff. Tipping is a good courtesy. Tip generously. And always keep their counsel for that optimum and safe safari experience. On safari, this is US$15-20 per person per day, handed directly to the guide at the end of your stay. Of course, you should only give a tip if you are satisfied with the quality of the service.

Do you arrange Airport pick-up and Drop off?

All our tours to mount Kilimanjaro climbs include airport transfers. We pick you up at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or any other airport near Arusha and Kilimanjaro as per your itinerary plan and take you to your pre-climb hotel in Moshi or Arusha, then back again at the end of your itinerary. In short, we take care of your air transfers and accommodation, before and after your Mount Kilimanjaro climb.

How far in advance do I need to book a Safari?

Book your trip early. Ideally, 6 months in advance and 10-12 months in advance if you want to witness the Wildebeest migration in Serengeti.

How much does a safari cost?

Safaris are costly. Tanzania Wildlife Safaris prices depend on the number of people on the trip, how many days of safari, and the level of comfort or luxury.

What about bathrooms in the bush?

The safari trips have public bathroom facilities. In case you have to go and there isn’t one in sight. Relieving behind the vehicle is a good option. of course with the concurrence of your guide. They are sympathetic to nature calls

What about snakes and insects?

They are pretty common. Though sighting one is not a pretty thought. But on safaris atop a vehicle, they are not an issue. While on a walking safari, wear boots when venturing into bushes or woodlands. Use full trousers and long sleeve shirts to protect yourself from mosquitoes and other fly bites. In the bushes, they are a pestilence. Use insect repellent to keep them at bay

What about solar protection?

Tanzania is very near to the equator. So the sun is always at its acme for most of the day. The sun can be fierce and cause sunburns and sunstroke. Wear a hat, shades, and use SPF sunblock lotion

What about the roads on safari?

Bumpy on the safari circuits and on the game drives. If you have a back condition then take precautions with back braces, pillows, or whatever works for you.

Am I allowed to walk around the national parks?

Stay in the vehicle unless you have clearance from the guide to walk or stretch your legs. If you are keen on hiking, there are guided walks that are available in Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro.

Are drinks provided in the safari vehicle?

Big yes! You can also carry your drinking water bottle in your backpack. The safari vehicles are equipped with a small refrigerator to keep the drinks of your choice chilled for you to enjoy during your safari. Beverages, beer, and soft drinks are also available
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Nihapa Tours is a sustainable, family-owned Boutique Tour Operator based in Arusha, Tanzania.

Proudly Tanzanian-owned and deeply rooted in local expertise, our multicultural team combines the passion of our primarily Tanzanian staff with fresh global perspectives from our expatriate collaborators who share an unwavering dedication to showcasing the wild beauty of our homeland.

We’re dedicated to delivering personalized, world-class safari experiences infused with genuine African hospitality & Sustainability. We offer Luxury safari and Beach vacation trips to Tanzania and Zanzibar, Camping safari, and Adventure trips to Serengeti, Kilimanjaro, and the whole of East Africa.

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