7-Day Fly-In Safari – Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

Overview

Experience an unforgettable 7-day private fly-in safari combining the wildlife-rich plains of the Serengeti with the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park. Your adventure begins in Arusha before flying directly to Seronera Airstrip in Central Serengeti, where you will enjoy three days of exceptional game viewing. Continue to the Ngorongoro Highlands and explore the crater floor, home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife. Your safari then continues to Tarangire National Park before returning by road to Arusha. The journey concludes with a transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Itinerary

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by your private safari guide and transferred by road to Arusha City. Enjoy a comfortable journey through the scenic landscapes of northern Tanzania as you travel towards your hotel. On arrival in Arusha, check in at Arusha Planet Lodge, a peaceful accommodation offering a relaxing setting surrounded by beautiful gardens. The remainder of the day is at leisure, allowing you to rest after your flight, enjoy the lodge facilities and prepare for the exciting safari ahead.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meal Plan: Dinner

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Seronera Airstrip in Central Serengeti. Flying directly into the Serengeti saves valuable travel time and allows you to begin your safari experience almost immediately. Upon arrival, meet your private safari guide and embark on a guided game drive through the Central Serengeti. This wildlife-rich region is known for its year-round concentrations of lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, cheetahs, leopards and large herds of plains game. Continue to Serengeti Sametu Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Serengeti Sametu Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, set out for a full-day guided game drive across the magnificent Central Serengeti. With a full day available, there is plenty of time to explore different areas and follow the movements of wildlife without rushing. The Serengeti's open plains and surrounding kopjes provide excellent opportunities to encounter lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and buffalo, as well as a wide variety of birdlife. Your experienced guide will select routes according to wildlife activity and your interests before returning to Serengeti Sametu Camp.
Accommodation: Serengeti Sametu Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, enjoy a morning guided game drive in Central Serengeti, making the most of your final opportunity to explore this spectacular wildlife area. After the morning safari, begin your journey towards the Ngorongoro Highlands, with the transfer conducted as a game drive so you can continue enjoying Tanzania's scenery and wildlife along the way. As you leave the Serengeti, the landscape gradually changes from open plains to the lush highlands surrounding Ngorongoro. Arrive at Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp, where you can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a guided game drive on the crater floor. Often described as one of Tanzania's most remarkable wildlife destinations, the crater provides an exceptional setting for game viewing. Explore its grasslands, wetlands, forests and lakes while looking for lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas and a variety of bird species. Your guide will help you discover the crater's diverse wildlife and landscapes before ascending to the highlands. Continue to The Retreat at Ngorongoro for a relaxing evening and overnight stay.
Accommodation: The Retreat at Ngorongoro
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, travelling through the beautiful landscapes of northern Tanzania. Upon arrival, begin a guided game drive through the park, renowned for its large elephant populations, ancient baobab trees, seasonal wetlands and diverse wildlife. Keep watch for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, lions and numerous bird species. After your game-viewing experience, leave Tarangire and travel by road to Arusha City. On arrival, check in at Arusha Planet Lodge and enjoy a relaxing evening after your safari adventure.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, check out from Arusha Planet Lodge and begin your final road transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Enjoy the scenic journey through the countryside as your memorable Tanzanian safari comes to an end. Your private driver will ensure a comfortable transfer and assist you with your departure arrangements at the airport. Depending on your flight schedule, there may be time for a relaxed morning in Arusha before departure. Upon arrival at JRO, your 7-day fly-in Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire safari officially concludes.
Transfer: Arusha Planet Lodge to Kilimanjaro International Airport
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Tour End: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

included

  • Park entrance fees
  • Professional safari guide
  • 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Accommodation during the safari
  • All meals during the safari
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Airport transfers

excluded

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities

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