This safari is suitable for clients who do not want to drive for too long. You will depart from Arusha by road and on the last day, you will fly from Seronera Airstrip to catch your flight back to Zanzibar. On this tour, you will have the opportunity to see all of the Big 5 animals (lion, leopard, Cape buffalo, elephant, and rhino), together with more than 100 species of animals and birds.
Life on Safari
After breakfast at your hotel in Arusha, your safari guide will pick you up and begin the journey toward the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival, you will descend over 600 meters into this natural wonder for an unforgettable game drive.
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, sustained by year-round water and rich grazing lands. Expect to see herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippos, and majestic African elephants. The crater is also renowned for its dense predator population, including lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the elusive leopard.
You will also visit Lake Magadi, a shallow alkaline lake located in the southwestern part of the crater, often filled with flamingos, hippos, and a variety of water birds.
In the late afternoon, ascend from the crater and transfer to your accommodation in the Ngorongoro Highlands for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Best Time to Visit: June to October (excellent wildlife viewing)
High Season: July to March (expect more visitors)
Best Weather: June to October (dry season)
Accommodation:
Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp – Luxury tented camp
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch & Dinner (Breakfast not included)
All drinks (except spirits/liquor)
After breakfast, depart the Ngorongoro Highlands and journey toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you may spot Maasai villages and wildlife along the way. Stop for a picnic lunch en route.
Enter the Serengeti via Naabi Hill Gate and begin an exciting game drive across the vast plains. Keep an eye out for iconic wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, and large herds of wildebeest, as well as colorful birdlife like the lilac-breasted roller.
Arrive at your camp in the Central Serengeti (Seronera area) in the evening. You may choose to relax or opt for a night game drive (optional) to experience the park’s nocturnal wildlife.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Best Time to Visit: January–February and June–October
High Season: July to March (Seronera can be busy)
Best Weather: June to October (dry season)
Accommodation:
Land of Nature Camp – Mid-range tented camp in Central Serengeti
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
All drinks (except spirits/liquor)
Enjoy a full day exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Start with an early morning game drive when predators such as lions and cheetahs are most active.
Throughout the day, explore a variety of habitats including open plains, acacia woodlands, and riverine areas. You’ll encounter a rich diversity of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, antelope species, and abundant birdlife.
Pause for a picnic lunch in a scenic location before continuing your afternoon game drive. As the sun sets over the savannah, return to your camp for dinner and a peaceful evening under the African sky.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Land of Nature Camp – Mid-range tented camp in Central Serengeti
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
All drinks (except spirits/liquor)
Begin your day with a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, making the most of your last opportunity to spot wildlife in this remarkable ecosystem.
After lunch, transfer to Seronera Airstrip while enjoying a scenic drive through the park. Keep your camera ready—you may encounter more wildlife along the way.
Board your scheduled flight to Zanzibar, marking the end of your unforgettable safari adventure.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast & Lunch (Dinner not included)
All drinks (except spirits/liquor)
Prices are Per Person and Valid for Trips All around the year
- All Park entrances & taxes
- All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),
- soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day)
- Transfer to & from the airport
- Accommodation during the safari
- Transportation in a custom safari 4×4 with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
- Safari vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, a communications radio, an electric cooler, and filtered water
- Flight from Serengeti to Zanzibar
- Tips for guides, driver
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- International Flight
- Tanzania Visa fee
- Balloons in Serengeti ($600 per person )
Note: We have a discount for kids under 15 years old
"Our guide Emmanuel was incredible — he spotted a leopard and two lion cubs that three other vehicles completely missed. The most magical experience of our lives."
"The private setup meant we could spend 45 minutes with a cheetah and cubs without feeling rushed. The lodges were far beyond what we expected."
"As first-time safari travelers, we were nervous. From the moment we arrived, Serengeti African Tours took care of everything. The Ngorongoro Crater literally took our breath away."
"Booked through SafariBookings and couldn't be happier. Every detail was handled perfectly. Guide Abouh is extraordinary — his knowledge of wildlife is encyclopaedic."
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