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5-Day Fly-In Safari to Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

Serengeti National Park · Tarangire National Park · +1 more

5-Day Fly-In Safari to Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

5 days / 4 nights · Private tour

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Duration
5 days4 nights
Tour format
Private tourCustomisable
From
$3,089per person
Starts
Serengeti National Park
Ends
Zanzibar
Country
Tanzania

Overview

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Category

Safari

Travel styles

Wildlife

Experience an unforgettable 5-day fly-in safari in Tanzania exploring the iconic Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park. Enjoy private game drives, incredible wildlife encounters, and comfortable lodges while saving valuable travel time with domestic flights. Discover Africa’s Big Five, endless Serengeti plains, and the breathtaking landscapes of northern Tanzania.

A Magical 5 Day Safari of Wildlife & Unparalleled Adventure

This 5-day fly-in safari from Zanzibar takes you across Tanzania’s most iconic anddiverse landscapes from lush forests and volcanic highlands to the endless plains of the Serengeti carefully designed to maximize wildlife viewing while maintaining comfort and smooth logistics.

Five days, multiple highlights what to expect:

• Northern Serengeti (2 Nights) – the heart of the Great Migration river crossings, offering dramatic wildlife moments with wildebeest, zebras, and predators along theMara River.

• Tarangire National Park – known for its massive elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and quieter, more intimate safari atmosphere.

• Central Serengeti – rich year-round wildlife, excellent predator sightings, and vast open plains that showcase the true essence of the Serengeti ecosystem.

• Ngorongoro Crater – a breathtaking natural wonder with one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa, offering strong chances to spot the Big Five inasingle day.

The route is carefully balanced and efficient: starting with a gentle introduction inTarangire, transitioning through Central Serengeti, and concluding with Ngorongoro, ideal for travelers seeking a complete, immersive, and well-paced safari experience.

Where you go

Route

  1. Day 1-3 Serengeti National Park
  2. Day 4 Ngorongoro Conservation Area
  3. Day 5 Zanzibar

Good to know

Tour features

Private tour Group size confirmed by the operator.
Safari Listed as a safari trip.
Runs year round Departures are not limited to one season.
Can be customised Ask the operator to change accommodation, days or destinations.
Age requirement Minimum age 2
Quoted, not booked online The operator prices your dates and group, then confirms directly.

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The itinerary

Day by day

Day1 Day 1: From Zanzibar to Northern Serengeti National Park Serengeti National Park

After your morning flight from Zanzibar to Kogatende airstrip (Northern Serengeti), and begin your game drive right away for 2 nights.

The landscape opens dramatically as you approach the Northern Serengeti a remote and wild area known for the Great Migration.

As you settle into your first game drive, you may witness vast herds of wildebeest and zebra moving across the plains, often followed closely by predators. A thrilling shift: remote, raw, and rich with migration energy.

Activities
flight from Zanzibar, · serengeti game drive · picnic lunch
Accommodation
Safari Haven Tented Camp
Meals
Lunch and dinner
Day2 Day 2: Northern Serengeti - Full Day Game Drive Serengeti National Park

A full day exploring the Northern Serengeti, with chances to see predators, vast herds, and possible Mara River crossings.

Picnic lunch in the bush, followed by an afternoon game drive before returning to camp at sunset.

The region’s remote setting and wide-open landscapes offer a quieter, more exclusive safari experience, with fewer vehicles and uninterrupted wildlife viewing.

Activities
serengeti game drive · Picnic lunch · serengeti afternoon game drive
Accommodation
Safari Haven Tented Camp
Meals
All meals
Day3 Day 3: From Northern to Central Serengeti Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you journey south into the heart of the Serengeti the famous Central Serengeti (Seronera).

The landscape here is classic Serengeti: endless plains dotted with kopjes and richwith year-round wildlife.

This region is especially known for predator sightings, and you may encounter lions, leopards, and cheetahs as they roam or rest under acacia trees.

A perfect balance: vast, alive, and deeply iconic.

Activities
serengeti game drive · Picnic lunch · Wildlife and bird watching
Accommodation
Moyo Tented Camp
Meals
All meals
Day4 Day 4: From Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After an early breakfast, you descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most unique and wildlife-rich destinations.

The crater floor offers an incredible concentration of animals, giving you one of the best chances to spot the Big Five in a single day.

After your game drive and picnic lunch, you will ascend the crater and continue toyour lodge for relaxation.

A breathtaking experience: dense, dramatic, and unforgettable.

Activities
Transit game drive · serengeti game drive · picnic lunch
Accommodation
Kankari Lodge
Meals
All meals
Day5 Day 5: Tarangire National Park then Flight Back to Zanzibar Zanzibar

After breakfast, you head toward Tarangire National Park, a quieter yet incrediblyrewarding safari destination.

The park is famous for its giant baobab trees and large herds of elephants that move gracefully across the savannah.

After your game drive and lunch in the park, you will begin your journey back to theairport for your flight to Zanzibar, marking the end of your safari.

A perfect finale: scenic, rich in wildlife, and beautifully concluding your adventure.

Activities
Tarangire National Park safari Scenic game drives · Picnic lunch · Return flight to Zanzibar
Meals
Breakfast and lunch

On the ground

Activities & transport

flight from Zanzibar,serengeti game drivepicnic lunchPicnic lunchserengeti afternoon game driveWildlife and bird watchingTransit game driveTarangire National Park safari Scenic game drivesReturn flight to Zanzibar

Where you stay

Accommodation & meals

  1. Night 1 Safari Haven Tented Camp Serengeti National Park Lunch and dinner
  2. Night 2 Safari Haven Tented Camp Serengeti National Park All meals
  3. Night 3 Moyo Tented Camp Serengeti National Park All meals
  4. Night 4 Kankari Lodge Ngorongoro Conservation Area All meals
  5. Day 5 End of tour Zanzibar Breakfast and lunch

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