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Private safari journey · Tanzania

3-Day Luxury Fly-In Safari in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater

Fly directly from Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park and combine wildlife viewing on the plains with a morning game drive in Ngorongoro Crater.

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Duration
3 days
4 stops
Stays
2 stays
Guide price
From US$1,757
per person
Best for
Luxury tour
Private tour

The journey

Journey overview

Embark on an exclusive safari, flying directly from Zanzibar to the iconic Serengeti National Park. This 3-day journey allows you to fully immerse yourself in Tanzania’s wildlife-rich landscapes while staying at the luxurious Four Seasons Safari Lodge. Enjoy exceptional comfort as you explore the vast Serengeti plains, taking in stunning scenery and experiencing unforgettable close encounters with Africa’s remarkable wildlife.

  • Activities: game drives
  • Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & air transfer We can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Luxury tour
  • Private tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Not for solo travelers
  • Minimum age of 2 years

Availability

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

Route

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Day by day

Your itinerary

01Day 1

Day 1

Flight from Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park

Your safari adventure begins early, with a 6:00 AM pick-up from your hotel in Zanzibar. You will be transferred to the airport for a morning flight directly to the Serengeti, arriving around 11:00 AM. Upon landing, your dedicated driver-guide will welcome you and provide a brief introduction to this iconic wildlife destination. About the Serengeti: Serengeti National Park is one of Africa’s most celebrated wilderness areas, renowned for its vast savannahs, acacia-studded plains, and rich wildlife. Famous for the Great Migration, the park is home to lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, leopards, and countless other species. Its diverse ecosystems provide unforgettable wildlife encounters year-round amid breathtaking scenery. After a short game drive, you will proceed to the luxurious Four Seasons Safari Lodge, where you can relax and settle in before enjoying dinner with spectacular views over the Serengeti plains.
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks
02Day 2

Day 2

Game Drive in Serengeti then Drive to Ngorongoro Highlands

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti. Your driver will pick you up from the Four Seasons Safari Lodge at 7:30 AM, giving you the chance to see wildlife during the most active part of the day. Early mornings are ideal for spotting predators finishing their night hunts, as well as herds of grazers like zebras and antelopes on the move. After an unforgettable morning exploring the Serengeti plains, you will take a scenic drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in the afternoon. Enjoy stunning views as the landscape shifts from open savannah to the lush highlands surrounding Ngorongoro. Upon arrival, you will check in for an overnight stay near the crater, preparing for the adventures of the following day.
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks
03Day 3

Day 3

Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater and Transfer to Arusha Airport for the Flight to Zanzibar

On your final safari day, you will start early with a 7:30 AM pick-up for a full morning game drive in the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World," the crater hosts one of Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife. As you descend into this unique, enclosed ecosystem, you may spot the Big Five — lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalos, and leopards — along with zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and numerous bird species around the crater lake. After an incredible morning of wildlife viewing, enjoy lunch amid the stunning scenery before driving to Arusha Airport for your 5:00 PM flight back to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, your driver will transfer you to your hotel, bringing your unforgettable safari adventure to a close.
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Stays

Where you will stay

Accommodation is subject to confirmation for your dates.

What’s included

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Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  3. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  4. A professional driver/guide
  5. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  6. All flights during the tour
  7. All Taxes/VAT
  8. Roundtrip airport transfer
  9. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  10. Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

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From

US$1,757

per person

Guide price

US$2,828 per person

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Journey details

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Journey pace

2 stays

2 nights across 3 days.

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Listing updated

28 Aug 2026

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Experiences on this journey

Beach / Coastal

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