A focused 5-day circuit combining Tanzania's two most iconic safari destinations — the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti National Park. Stay at Naserian Safari Camp on the crater highlands and Enkirari Wilderness Camp in the heart of the Serengeti.

Ideal for guests with limited time who want maximum wildlife impact. Both destinations offer world-class game viewing year-round.

Trip Highlights

Ngorongoro Crater floor game drive
Central Serengeti game drives
Big Five viewing opportunities
Stay at two Acacia wilderness camps
Maasai village visit option

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Arusha to Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Pickup from your Arusha hotel and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at Naserian Safari Camp on the crater rim. Afternoon at leisure with crater rim views.

Accommodation: Naserian Safari Camp

Meals: full board

Activities:

Scenic driveCrater rim viewsCamp check-in

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater Tour

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Full-day descent into the Ngorongoro Crater. This natural amphitheater is home to approximately 25,000 large animals including the Big Five. Picnic lunch by the hippo pool.

Accommodation: Naserian Safari Camp

Meals: full board

Activities:

Crater descentFull-day game driveBig Five trackingHippo pool

Day 3

Ngorongoro to Serengeti

Serengeti National Park

Depart through the NCA highlands with game viewing en route. Enter the Serengeti through Naabi Hill Gate. Afternoon game drive in the Seronera area before settling into Enkirari Wilderness Camp.

Accommodation: Enkirari Wilderness Camp

Meals: full board

Activities:

Game drive en routeNaabi Hill GateAfternoon Serengeti game drive

Day 4

Full Day Serengeti Safari

Serengeti National Park

Full-day exploration of the Serengeti. Visit the Seronera Valley, famous for its resident prides of lion and leopard. Optional sunrise balloon safari available. Sundowner celebration in the bush.

Accommodation: Enkirari Wilderness Camp

Meals: full board

Activities:

Full-day game driveSeronera ValleyBig cat trackingSundowner

Day 5

Serengeti to Arusha

Serengeti National Park

Early morning game drive for final wildlife sightings. Scenic flight or road transfer back to Arusha for onward travel.

Meals: bed breakfast

Activities:

Morning game driveTransfer to Arusha

What's Included

4 nights accommodation at Acacia Collection properties
All meals (full board) at each property
4WD safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking safari guide
All national park and conservation area fees
Unlimited bottled water and soft drinks during drives
Airport pickup and drop-off in Arusha

Not Included

International flights
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Optional activities
Alcoholic beverages

Book This Circuit

Starting from $2,800 / person

Based on double occupancy. Single supplements may apply.

Duration5 Days / 4 Nights

Destinations5

TypeWildlife Focus

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