5-Day Ultimate Serengeti Midrange Safari Fly from Zanzibar to Serengeti
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Overview
Serengeti Wildlife Safaris offers a thrilling 5-day fly-in safari, allowing you to explore the iconic Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, and Tarangire National Park—all while flying directly from Zanzibar to Serengeti, saving you time for more adventure! This itinerary is designed for those seeking the best wildlife experiences in Tanzania’s northern circuit without long travel times.
Tour Plan
Your safari adventure begins with a pick-up from your Zanzibar hotel in the morning, followed by a transfer to Zanzibar Airport. You’ll board your flight to the Seronera Airstrip in Serengeti, arriving around 10:30–11:00 am. Upon arrival, meet your safari driver-guide, who will take you on a full-day game drive in the heart of Serengeti.
The Serengeti is famous for its abundance of predators and the largest concentration of wildebeest and zebras in Africa.
Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot with an amazing view of the wildlife. Watch out for mischievous monkeys and baboons!
After lunch, continue your game drive before heading to Moyo Tented Luxury Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Overnight at Moyo Tented Luxury Lodge.
After an early breakfast, you’ll embark on another morning game drive in the Serengeti, looking for the Big Five. Around midday, head back to the lodge for a hot lunch.
Later, you will exit the Serengeti and make your way to the Ngorongoro Crater rim. The drive takes you through breathtaking landscapes, and upon arrival, you’ll check in at Marera Valley Lodge for your overnight stay.
Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge (Full board).
After an early breakfast, you’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most stunning wildlife areas in the world. The crater floor offers a unique opportunity to spot black rhinos, along with a variety of other animals including lions, elephants, and wildebeests.
Lunch: Stop at a hippo pool for a picnic lunch, enjoying the view of hippos and the surrounding wildlife.
In the afternoon, continue your game drive before heading back up to the crater rim, where you’ll exit the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and proceed to Lake Manyara National Park.
Spend the night at Jungle Pearl Lodge located in Mto wa Mbu.
Overnight at Jungle Pearl Lodge (Full board).
Start the day with a hearty breakfast before embarking on a full-day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. This park is famous for its diverse ecosystems, including rainforest, savannah, and mangrove forests.
You’ll likely encounter the tree-climbing lions, a rare sight in Africa. Other highlights include the hot springs and the treetop walk.
Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the park's beautiful scenery, surrounded by the sounds of nature.
Afterwards, continue exploring the park before returning to Jungle Pearl Lodge for your overnight stay.
Overnight at Jungle Pearl Lodge (Full board).
On your final safari day, enjoy breakfast and head to Tarangire National Park for an exciting game drive. The park is known for its elephant herds and baobab trees, which provide stunning backdrops for wildlife sightings.
The Tarangire River attracts a wide variety of animals, including lions, leopards, cape buffaloes, and a range of antelope species. If you're lucky, you may spot rarer species like the greater kudu or wild dog.
Continue your game drive throughout the day, and after a late afternoon game viewing, make your way to Arusha Airport for your flight back to Zanzibar.
What's Included:
Domestic flights: Zanzibar to Serengeti and back
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- Transportation
- Professional Guide:
- Accommodation:
- Meals
- Park Fees
- Game Drives
- Bottled Water
- International and Domestic Flights
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Alcoholic Beverages and Snacks
- Vaccinations