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3-Day Tanzania (Serengeti) Safari
Three days on the endless plains
- 3days
- Arushastarts
- 1place to stay
- $1,328per person, 2 travelling
Overview
Experience the wonders of the Serengeti on this 3-day safari. Famous for its vast, endless plains, the Serengeti is home to an incredible abundance of wildlife and hosts the awe-inspiring wildebeest migration. This journey offers a unique chance to observe diverse species in their natural environment, providing an unforgettable wildlife adventure.
- Central Serengeti
Best time to go
- Jan: good
- Feb: good
- Mar: good
- Apr: good
- May: good
- Jun: good
- Jul: good
- Aug: good
- Sep: good
- Oct: good
- Nov: good
- Dec: good
Meals included
2 breakfasts3 lunches2 dinners
Route
Arusha → Arusha
2 nights
Day by day
Scroll through the days and the map follows you. Tap a day number on the map to jump to it.
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Day 1: Arusha to Serengeti National Park
Arusha → Central Serengeti
Pick-up at the hotel in Arusha or the airport. Meet your safari guide and start the journey to Serengeti National Park (approximately 5 to 6 hours drive, depending on the entry gate).
Picnic lunch en-route.
Continue transfer and game viewing, spotting animals like elephant, buffalo, leopard and other wildlife.
Drive to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Tonight you stay atNarudi Tented Camp Visit their website ↗ -
Day 2: Full Day Serengeti National Park
Central Serengeti
Early breakfast at the hotel.
Full-day game drive across Serengeti.
Picnic lunch in the park.
Continue game viewing in the central Serengeti depending on the wildlife movements and seasonal factors.
Drive back to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Tonight you stay atNarudi Tented Camp Visit their website ↗ -
Day 3: Serengeti National Park to Arusha
Central Serengeti → Arusha
Early morning game viewing in Serengeti, the best time to see predators in action.
Picnic breakfast in the park.
Continue game viewing.
Picnic lunch in Serengeti.
Depart Serengeti and head towards Arusha (approximately 5 to 6-hour drive).
Where you will stay
2 nightsPrices
In US dollars, per person. The more of you travel together, the less each person pays.
| Start dates | Solo1 room | 2 people1 room | 3 people2 rooms | 4 people2 rooms | 5 people3 rooms | 6 people3 rooms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $1,943 | $1,328 | $1,200 | $1,079 | $1,052 | $996 |
| Jan 1, 2027 - Mar 31, 2027 | $1,985 | $1,351 | $1,225 | $1,098 | $1,072 | $1,014 |
| Apr 1, 2027 - May 31, 2027 | $1,914 | $1,286 | $1,161 | $1,035 | $1,010 | $952 |
| Jun 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 | $1,985 | $1,351 | $1,225 | $1,098 | $1,072 | $1,014 |
What is included
Included
- All transportation (including pick up from JRO on arrival and drop off at hotel in Arusha on last day)
- All accommodation as specified in the plan
- All meals (as specified in the plan)
- Drinking water (all days)
- Activities as per plan
- Service of English-speaking driver guide
- Park and activities fees
- Taxes/VAT
Not included
- International flights
- Personal Items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa etc)
- Tips (Tipping guidelines usd 10 pp per day)
- Accommodation before start of the tour and at the end of the tour (can be arranged at extra cost)
- Mandatory tourism insurance fee of USD 44 per person (payable upon checking in at the Airport)
Your safari vehicle
Photos of the FIF safari vehicles you will travel in, with your English-speaking driver guide.
Gallery
Book this trip
Tell us your dates and how many are travelling. We confirm availability and send you an invoice with every detail.
Booking terms
50% deposit to confirm, balance at the start of the safari or by bank transfer a week before. Card or PayPal payments carry the handling fee (usually 5–8%).
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