5 Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Fly-In Safari
Overview
Day by Day
Arrival in Arusha
You are met at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania's northern safari circuit. After the journey, enjoy a welcome dinner and a briefing on the adventure that lies ahead. Rest well — the wilderness awaits.
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Fly to Central Serengeti
An early morning flight whisks you from Arusha directly into the heart of the Serengeti. Upon landing at one of the park's bush airstrips, your guide and safari vehicle will be waiting. Afternoon game drives begin immediately, offering your first encounters with lions, elephants, giraffes, and the sweeping golden grasslands that define the Serengeti.
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Full Day in the Serengeti
A full day dedicated entirely to exploring the Serengeti's boundless landscapes. Set out at dawn for the best light and most active wildlife hours, returning to camp for a midday rest before heading out again in the late afternoon. Your guide will follow the animals and movement patterns to ensure memorable sightings throughout the day.
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Morning Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater
After one final morning game drive in the Serengeti, you depart overland toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the ancient crater — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — for an extraordinary full-day game drive on the crater floor. Surrounded by the crater walls and teeming with wildlife, Ngorongoro is a safari destination unlike any other. In the evening, return to Arusha.
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Departure Day
After a leisurely breakfast, you are transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. We hope the Serengeti and Ngorongoro have left an impression that will last a lifetime.
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