4-Day Fly-in Serengeti Classic Tanzania Wildlife Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Zanzibar to North Serengeti

Start their adventure with a morning flight from Zanzibar to the Northern Serengeti, typically landing at Kogatende airstrip, close to prime migration areas. Upon arrival, they are transferred to a nearby lodge or tented camp to settle in and refresh. The afternoon features a scenic game drive focusing on the northern migration routes where massive wildebeest herds gather and prepare to cross rivers. This zone is excellent for thrilling sightings of predator-prey interactions. The evening concludes with dinner under stars in a comfortable camp immersed in the wilderness setting.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Kontiki Kogatende Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Viewing Wildebeest Migration

A full day is devoted to exploring Northern Serengeti’s prime migration hotspots. Expert guides lead guests on morning and afternoon game drives, maximizing opportunities to witness the dramatic river crossings and massive migrating herds. In between drives, warm bush lunches are served amid breathtaking landscapes. The dense population of lions, cheetahs, and crocodiles adds excitement as the migration challenges these predators. As the sun sets, guests enjoy a serene night’s rest in luxury tents or lodges conveniently located near the migration action.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Kontiki Kogatende Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Exploring Big Five

Travel North to Central Serengeti, the Serengeti’s wildlife heartland. The day offers extensive game drives across open plains rich in resident wildlife species including lions, elephants, and families of giraffes. Meanwhile, migrating herds continue to traverse these areas, providing dynamic wildlife viewing. The vastness and biodiversity of Central Serengeti give guests a fuller picture of this legendary ecosystem. After an exhilarating day, guests relax in lodges or tented camps surrounded by the unique Serengeti landscape and sounds of the wild.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Tukaone Weavers Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro crater and departure

On the final day, the journey moves to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for a half-day game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers one of the densest wildlife populations on the continent, including sightings of the Big Five species. After an unforgettable crater experience, guests transfer to the airstrip for a scenic flight back to Zanzibar, bringing their migration adventure to a close. The itinerary’s fly-in format maximizes time spent on wildlife viewing while minimizing travel fatigue, making it ideal for short but impactful Tanzanian safaris.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.