3-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Fly-in & Out from Zanzibar / Dar es Salaam
This thrilling 3-day fly-in safari from Zanzibar takes you deep into the heart of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. Departing directly from Zanzibar by light aircraft, you’ll enjoy breathtaking aerial views before landing in the Serengeti, where vast savannahs teem with wildlife. After a night under the stars, continue to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for a game drive inside the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, renowned for its incredible density of animals. The adventure concludes with a return flight to Zanzibar, making this the perfect quick escape for beach travelers wanting a taste of the wild.
Day 1: Zanzibar → Serengeti National Park
Early morning transfer to Zanzibar Airport and board a scenic flight to Serengeti National Park. Enjoy aerial views of Tanzania’s diverse landscapes en route.
Upon arrival, meet your safari guide and begin your first game drive across the iconic Serengeti plains. Spot elephants, lions, zebras, wildebeest, and more.
Settle into your safari lodge or tented camp in the evening. Enjoy a sunset over the savannah, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Drinking water
Accommodation: Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented camp
Day 2: Serengeti → Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Early morning, enjoy the sunrise game drive for a chance to see predators on the move. In the afternoon, after having lunch at your picnic site inside Serengeti, begin your journey toward Ngorongoro, with game viewing en route as you cross through varied terrain.
Arrive at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy views from the crater rim and relax at your lodge set on the edge of this natural wonder.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Drinking water
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater → Zanzibar
Early Morning descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in this unique ecosystem, often called “Africa’s Eden.” Expect close-up views of rhinos, lions, buffaloes, and hippos.
Late Morning/Early Afternoon ascend from the crater and transfer to the airstrip.
Late afternoon you will fly back to Zanzibar from Arusha Airport, arriving by early evening
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Drinks: Drinking water
Accommodation: None
(End of tour)
Domestic flights: Zanzibar to Seronera Airstrip, Serengeti & Arusha to Zanzibar
Roundtrip airport transfers
2 nights accommodation in mid-range or luxury lodges/camps (full board)
All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
Game drives in Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater
All national park entry and conservation fees
Ngorongoro Crater descent fees
Bottled drinking water during game drives
Emergency evacuation insurance (flying doctor service)
International flights to/from Zanzibar
Visa fees for Tanzania (if applicable)
Travel and medical insurance (highly recommended)
Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, laundry, phone calls)
Tips and gratuities for driver-guides and lodge staff
Drinks at lodges/camps (unless otherwise stated)
Optional activities (e.g., Maasai village visit, hot air balloon safari)
Additional accommodation in Zanzibar before/after the safari (can be arranged separately)