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5-Day Fly-in Safari from Zanzibar to the Serengeti

🗓 5 Days 🏨 Lodge & Tented Camp 🚙 Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle (fly-in)
Trip Overview

Your Tanzania safari at a glance

A well-rounded five-day safari for travellers starting and ending on Zanzibar, flying to Arusha to begin an overland route through Tarangire, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater before flying back to the coast. It covers the northern circuit's core without adding a beach extension day.

Zanzibar → Tarangire National Park → Serengeti National Park → Ngorongoro Crater → Zanzibar

Destinations Visited

Tarangire National Park

Elephant herds & baobabs

Serengeti National Park

Central plains game drives

Ngorongoro Crater

Crater floor game drive

Safari Highlights

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Fly to Tarangire

Fly from Zanzibar via Arusha to Tarangire National Park for an afternoon game drive.

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Tarangire to the Serengeti

Drive through the Ngorongoro highlands into the central Serengeti.

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Full Day in the Serengeti

A full day of game drives across the central Serengeti plains.

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Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Drive to Ngorongoro Crater for a full crater floor game drive.

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Fly Back to Zanzibar

Drive to Arusha and fly back to Zanzibar.

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Tarangire National Park

Elephant herds & baobabs

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Fly from Zanzibar via Arusha to Tarangire National Park for an afternoon game drive.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Tarangire lodge · Full Board

Drive through the Ngorongoro highlands into the central Serengeti.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Serengeti lodge · Full Board

A full day of game drives across the central Serengeti plains.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Serengeti lodge · Full Board

Drive to Ngorongoro Crater for a full crater floor game drive.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Ngorongoro lodge · Full Board

Drive to Arusha and fly back to Zanzibar.

Private Safari Breakfast
Accommodation: Own arrangement · Breakfast

Where You’ll Stay

Lodge & Tented Camp properties are matched to your route and dates. The accommodation photo for each day is managed separately from its itinerary image.

Day 1
Lodge & Tented Camp Confirmed at Booking

Tarangire lodge

Meals Full Board
Day 2
Lodge & Tented Camp Confirmed at Booking

Serengeti lodge

Meals Full Board
Day 3
Lodge & Tented Camp Confirmed at Booking

Serengeti lodge

Meals Full Board
Day 4
Lodge & Tented Camp Confirmed at Booking

Ngorongoro lodge

Meals Full Board
Day 5
Lodge & Tented Camp Confirmed at Booking

Own arrangement

Meals Breakfast

Safari Pricing

Price per person $2,500

Your exact quote depends on travel dates, group size and accommodation level.

What’s Included

✓ Included
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and charging ports
  • English-speaking professional driver-guide throughout
  • All park entry and conservation fees
  • Accommodation as listed in the itinerary
  • Meals as specified (full board on safari)
  • Bottled water during game drives
  • Airport and hotel transfers on arrival and departure
✕ Not Included
  • International and domestic flights (unless noted)
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages
  • Optional activities such as hot air balloon safaris
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
Exact accommodation, meal plan and final pricing are confirmed with you at booking.

What to Pack for Safari & Tours

Clothing

  • Lightweight neutral layers
  • Warm jacket
  • Sun hat

Footwear

  • Walking shoes
  • Sandals
  • Spare socks

Gear & Essentials

  • Binoculars and camera
  • Water bottle
  • Power bank

Health & Personal

  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medication

What Our Guests Say

★★★★★

“Leroy praised the professional team, expert wildlife spotting, thoughtful vehicle positioning, photography support and proper safari lunches.”

Leroy G · June 23, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
★★★★★

“Kate praised Hamidu’s wildlife knowledge, careful driving, photographic positioning and respect while guiding her five-night solo safari.”

Kate14478 · January 19, 2026 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
★★★★★

“Badr described a once-in-a-lifetime safari, highlighting guides Victor and Rasol and the memorable photographs captured by Laurent.”

Badr A · July 9, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗

Good to Know

The planned journey follows Zanzibar, Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar. The exact driving order may be adjusted when wildlife conditions or park logistics make another sequence more rewarding.

This package is designed around Lodge & Tented Camp accommodation. The named properties remain subject to availability, and comparable alternatives are confirmed with you before booking.

The starting price is per person based on the sharing arrangement shown on this page. Core inclusions currently include Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and charging ports, English-speaking professional driver-guide throughout, All park entry and conservation fees, Accommodation as listed in the itinerary. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and room configuration.

Items normally paid separately include International and domestic flights (unless noted), Tanzania visa fees, Travel and medical insurance, Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff. Your final proposal clearly identifies every included and excluded service before payment.

Yes. We can adjust the pace, accommodation level, activities and route around your dates, interests, party size and budget while preserving realistic travel times.

A Tanzania safari specialist reviews your details, checks current availability and replies with a tailored itinerary and quotation. You can request revisions before confirming.

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