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Private safari journey · Tanzania

3-Day Luxury Fly-In Safari in Tanzania: Serengeti & Ngorongoro

Fly directly from Zanzibar to the Serengeti, then explore Ngorongoro Crater on a game drive before returning to Zanzibar via Arusha.

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Duration
3 days
4 stops
Stays
2 stays
Guide price
From US$2,567
per person
Best for
Luxury tour
Private tour

The journey

Journey overview

You'll experience an exclusive safari adventure, flying from Zanzibar directly to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. This 3-day journey is designed to maximize your time in the heart of Tanzania’s wildlife-rich landscapes, staying at the luxurious Four Seasons Safari Lodge. You will enjoy unparalleled comfort while exploring the iconic Serengeti plains, where breathtaking views and close encounters with wildlife await.

  • Activities: game drives
  • Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & air transfer International flights are booked separately 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 1 year

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. Your driver will take you to the airport for a morning flight directly to the Serengeti, arriving around 11:00 AM. Upon landing, your dedicated driver-guide will be waiting to welcome you and provide a short introduction to the Serengeti. About the Serengeti: The Serengeti National Park is one of Africa's most celebrated wilderness areas, famed for its vast savannahs, acacia-dotted plains, and abundant wildlife. Known for the iconic Great Migration, the Serengeti is home to countless species, including lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, and leopards. This diverse ecosystem offers unforgettable wildlife encounters year-round, set against the stunning backdrop of Africa's most scenic landscapes. After a short game drive, you’ll head to your luxury accommodation at the Four Seasons Safari Lodge, where you can relax and settle in before enjoying dinner with stunning 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

You'll start 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, allowing you to experience the Serengeti’s wildlife at one of the most active times of the day. Early morning is perfect for spotting predators as they complete their night’s hunt. You’ll also witness herds of grazers like zebras and antelopes on the move. After a memorable morning exploring Serengeti’s plains, you’ll embark on a scenic drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in the afternoon. You'll enjoy breathtaking views as you transition from the open savannah of the Serengeti to the lush highlands surrounding Ngorongoro. Upon arrival, you'll settle in for an overnight stay near the Ngorongoro Crater, ready for the next day's adventure.
  • 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

Your final safari day begins with an early start as your driver picks you up at 7:30 AM for a full game drive in the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. Known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World," the crater boasts one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. As you descend into this lush, enclosed ecosystem, you’ll have the opportunity to spot the Big Five — lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalos, and leopards — along with zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and a variety of bird species around the crater lake. After an incredible morning of wildlife viewing, you’ll enjoy lunch amidst the stunning scenery before beginning the drive to Arusha Airport. You’ll catch a 5:00 PM flight back to Zanzibar, where your driver will be ready to pick you up and transfer you to your hotel, concluding your unforgettable safari journey.
  • 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$15.00 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$2,567

per person

Guide price

US$2,945 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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