Overview

This Serengeti and Zanzibar packages is run by Serengeti Wildlife Safaris, a locally based Tanzanian operator. You travel with an experienced local guide, and we plan every detail with you.

Why book this Serengeti and Zanzibar packages with us

First, every Serengeti and Zanzibar packages we run is tailor-made, so we can adjust the dates, accommodation and pace. In addition, our local team supports you from arrival to departure. Before you travel, you can also read about the area on the official Stone Town of Zanzibar (UNESCO World Heritage) website. For more ideas, see our other Serengeti National Park tours.

Experience a luxury fly-in safari from Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. It is also perfect for travelers who want exclusive Serengeti and Zanzibar packages in Tanzania.

First, you discover the iconic Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration and the spectacular Grumeti River crossings. These crossings peak from May to June, when wildebeest and zebra face crocodile-filled waters and powerful predators. Meanwhile, expertly guided game drives across predator-rich plains give you the best chance of Big Five sightings.

Then you continue to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Tanzania to see the Big Five in a single day.

Overall, this fly-in safari is among the most refined Serengeti and Zanzibar packages. It combines scenic flights, luxury tented lodges and unforgettable wildlife encounters. As a result, it is ideal for migration safaris, honeymoon safaris and premium African wildlife tours.

Itinerary

Day 01 :

Fly from Zanzibar to Western Serengeti & Game Drive

Your safari begins with a scenic fly-in transfer from Zanzibar to the heart of the Western Serengeti. The flight cuts travel time, so you have more time for wildlife. In this way, the seamless arrival shows the comfort and efficiency that define Serengeti and Zanzibar packages.

On arrival, your private safari guide leads an immediate game drive in the Grumeti River migration zone. Dramatic wildlife encounters unfold here every day, especially during the crossings. For example, you may watch wildebeest and zebra cross dangerous waters while predators patrol nearby.

Accommodation: Lahia Tented Lodge
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 02 :

Full-Day Western Serengeti Game Drive

Today, you spend a full day exploring the Western Serengeti, one of the most important migration corridors in Africa.

As part of your Serengeti and Zanzibar packages experience, you also see exceptional wildlife activity. For example, look out for elephants, lions, giraffes and buffalo. In addition, large herds of migrating wildebeest and zebra move through the area.

Accommodation: Lahia Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 03 :

Central Serengeti & Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari

First, you can begin the day with an optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains at sunrise. Afterwards, a champagne bush breakfast awaits. In addition, this extraordinary experience adds a unique aerial view of Tanzania’s wildlife to your Serengeti and Zanzibar packages.

Then you continue with a game drive in Central Serengeti. This area is especially popular for its strong predator population and scenic landscapes.

Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 04 :

Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Luxury Stay

Today, you travel to the Ngorongoro Crater for a remarkable wildlife safari. This destination is an essential part of Serengeti and Zanzibar packages, because it offers one of the best chances in Africa to see the Big Five in a single day.

First, you enjoy a game drive on the crater floor. Then you head to your luxury lodge on the crater rim.

Accommodation: The Retreat at Ngorongoro Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 05 :

Tarangire National Park Safari & Return to Arusha

Finally, you conclude your unforgettable Tanzania safari with a spectacular game drive in Tarangire National Park. Moreover, it is one of the best wildlife destinations in Northern Tanzania.

The park stands out for its giant elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and the life-giving Tarangire River. As a result, it offers exceptional wildlife viewing all year round. During your private guided game drive, you search for lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, buffalo and hippos. You also enjoy vibrant birdlife in a breathtaking African landscape.

After your Tarangire safari, you transfer comfortably back to Arusha. This marks the end of your luxury fly-in safari from Zanzibar through Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.

For a seamless departure, please share your preferred drop-off location (hotel or airport). Then we will arrange your transfer accordingly.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Included & Excluded

Scenic scheduled flight from Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park
4 nights’ luxury accommodation at:
Lahia Tented Lodge
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
The Retreat at Ngorongoro
All meals as specified (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Private 4x4 luxury safari vehicle with pop-up roof for optimal wildlife viewing
Dedicated professional safari guide
Flexible and personalized game drives
All Park and conservation fees for:
Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Crater
Tarangire National Park
Bottled mineral water during game drives
Airport pick-up and drop-off in Zanzibar
Government taxes and VAT
Complimentary Wi-Fi at lodges (where available)

International and domestic flights outside the scheduled Zanzibar–Serengeti flight
Visa fees for Tanzania
Comprehensive travel insurance (mandatory)
Optional activities such as:
Hot Air Balloon Safari in Serengeti
Alcoholic beverages, premium drinks, and soft drinks not included in lodge meal plans
Personal expenses (laundry, spa treatments, souvenirs)
Gratuities and tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff