Migration Safari Planning

Ngorongoro Crater Short Safari

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, explore its wildlife-rich floor, and enjoy a short private safari through Tanzania's dramatic northern highlands.
Best time to travel - Jun - Oct
Duration
3 Days
Destinations
Arusha, 
Ngorongoro, 
Karatu, 
Best Time
Jun - Oct
Starts / Ends
Arusha / Arusha
Route Overview

Your Safari Route - Day By Day

Arusha
Day 1 · Day 3 — Pickup & Departure
Ngorongoro
Day 2 — Ngorongoro Crater
Karatu
Day 1 — Karatu Highlands
The Full Itinerary

What To Expect - Each Day

All arrivals, game drives, lodge moves, and departure details mapped throughout.
Day 1

Arrival In Arusha

Karatu
Leave Arusha after breakfast and settle into the highlands near Ngorongoro.
Accommodation
Karatu Simba Lodge
Meals Included
Lunch, Dinner
01
Day 2

Arrival In Arusha

Ngorongoro
Descend into the crater for a full wildlife drive across one of Tanzania’s richest habitats.
Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
02
Day 3

Arrival In Arusha

Arusha
Drive back toward Arusha with time for a scenic stop or local market visit if timing allows.
Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch
03
Pricing

Tour Pricing & What Is Included

from

$1,450

per person / double occupancy
All bookings and payments are handled directly through our office in Arusha, Tanzania.
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What Is Included

Crater service fee fees
Private safari vehicle fees
Professional guide fees
Two nights accommodation fees
Meals listed in itinerary fees

Not Included

International flights
Visa and insurance
Optional activities
Tips
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Ngorongoro Crater Short Safari

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Day 1

Karatu Simba Lodge

Day 2

Ngorongoro Farm House

Day 3

No overnight accommodation