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5-Day Tanzania Fly in Tour to Serengeti National Park from Arusha
The Experience
The 5-Day Tanzania Fly in Tour to Serengeti National Park from Arusha is designed for travelers who want to maximize wildlife viewing while reducing long driving hours. Flying directly from Arusha to Central Serengeti gives you more time for game drives in one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. The safari focuses on the Serengeti’s famous big cats, the seasonal Great Migration, and diverse wildlife found across its open plains. You will also visit the Ngorongoro Crater, a leading destination for spotting the Big Five in a single day, before ending your adventure in Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and giant baobab trees. Combining air travel, expert-guided game drives, comfortable accommodations, and three of Tanzania’s top safari parks, this itinerary offers an efficient, rewarding, and well-rounded wildlife experience.
Duration5Days/4Nights
Price00
DestinationsTanzania
Ideal ForCouples, Wildlife Fans
Overview
The 5-Day Tanzania Fly in Tour to Serengeti National Park from Arusha is designed for travelers who want to maximize wildlife viewing while reducing long driving hours. Flying directly from Arusha to Central Serengeti gives you more time for game drives in one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. The safari focuses on the Serengeti’s famous big cats, the seasonal Great Migration, and diverse wildlife found across its open plains. You will also visit the Ngorongoro Crater, a leading destination for spotting the Big Five in a single day, before ending your adventure in Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and giant baobab trees. Combining air travel, expert-guided game drives, comfortable accommodations, and three of Tanzania’s top safari parks, this itinerary offers an efficient, rewarding, and well-rounded wildlife experience.
The Journey
Day by Day
Day01
Day 1: Hotel Pick Up and Fly to Central Serengeti
Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Arusha and transfer to the airstrip for a scheduled flight to Central Serengeti. Flying saves valuable travel time and allows you to start wildlife viewing on the same day. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and begin a game drive through the wildlife-rich plains of the Serengeti. Central Serengeti is known for year-round wildlife activity and is one of the best areas for spotting predators and large grazing herds. As you drive through the park, keep an eye out for lions resting under acacia trees, elephants moving across the plains, giraffes feeding on tree leaves, and herds of zebras. Later, continue to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
AccommodationLodge in Serengeti
Day02
Day 2: Early Game Drive and Big Cats
An early morning game drive offers the best opportunity to see predators while they are still active. The cooler hours of the day are ideal for locating lions, leopards, and cheetahs before they settle into shaded areas. Central Serengeti is particularly known for its healthy population of big cats, making it a favorite destination for wildlife photographers and first-time safari travelers. Your guide will track recent animal movements and take you to productive wildlife areas where sightings are most likely. Between game drives, enjoy a picnic or return to camp for lunch before heading out again in the afternoon. Along with big cats, you may see elephants, buffaloes, hyenas, jackals, and numerous antelope species. Return to camp later for dinner and overnight accommodation.
Accommodationin Serengeti
Day03
Day 3: Witness the Great Migration and River Crossing
Today focuses on one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife spectacles, the Great Migration. Depending on the season and animal movements, you will travel to the most active migration area in the Serengeti. Large herds of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles move across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing and water. If conditions allow, you may witness a river crossing where thousands of animals attempt to cross crocodile-filled waters while predators wait nearby. Even outside crossing periods, the migration provides constant wildlife activity and excellent photography opportunities. Your guide will plan the day's route based on the latest wildlife reports to maximize viewing opportunities. Enjoy a packed lunch in the park before continuing your game drive. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and relaxation.
AccommodationLodge in Serengeti
Day04
Day 4: Explore the Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, leave Serengeti and travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon arrival, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of wildlife viewing. The crater is one of the best places in Tanzania to see a wide range of animals within a compact area. Its permanent water sources and fertile grasslands support lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and the rare black rhino. Wildlife viewing is often productive throughout the year because many animals remain within the crater. Your guide will take you through different sections of the crater floor, explaining animal behavior and the area's natural history. Enjoy lunch near one of the designated picnic sites before continuing your exploration. Later, ascend the crater walls and head to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
AccommodationLodge in Ngorongoro
Day05
Day 5: Tarangire National Park to Arusha
Following breakfast, travel to Tarangire National Park for your final safari experience before returning to Arusha. Tarangire is famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and wildlife concentrations along the Tarangire River. During your game drive, look for elephants gathering near water, lions resting in the grass, giraffes browsing among acacia trees, and large groups of zebras and wildebeests. The park's varied habitats support a wide range of bird species, making it an excellent destination for birdwatching as well. Your guide will make the most of the day by visiting key wildlife areas before stopping for lunch. In the afternoon, depart the park and drive back to Arusha, where you will be transferred to your hotel or the airport for departure
What's Included
- All airport pick up and transfers in private car
- Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4 x 4 Land Cruiser
- Services of a professional English speaking safari guide
- Drinking water
- Value Added Tax by Tanzania Revenue Authority
Not Included
- International Flights
- All items of a personal nature
- Gratuities for safari guide and lodge staff ( please tip separately)
- Travel insurance if needed
- Visa fee ( 50 US$ /100 US$ for American or Irish Passport holders – to be paid upon arrival)
- Drinks and beverages in lodges
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