4-Day Serengeti Balloon & Crater Luxury Escape

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

Start the Day with a Drive to Ngorongoro Crater

After a hearty breakfast at your hotel in Arusha town, we will begin our exciting safari adventure to Ngorongoro Crater with packed lunch boxes.
Descend into this natural amphitheater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and witness a spectacle of wildlife unlike any other. The crater floor, a lush paradise teeming with life, offers unparalleled opportunities for close encounters with the Big Five – lions, elephants, rhinoceroses, leopard buffalo – alongside countless other fascinating creatures.

Expert guides will lead you through this extraordinary landscape, sharing their knowledge and ensuring you don't miss a single detail.
After an exhilarating game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, you will drive to your accommodation for the evening. Enjoy a delicious dinner, followed by a restful night in a comfortable and serene setting.

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

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Make Your Way to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you will embark on a full-day game drive into the Serengeti National Park. This expansive reserve offers unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities, and your journey will take you across its diverse landscapes—from open savannahs teeming with grazing animals to acacia woodlands offering shelter to predators.

Keep your eyes peeled for the iconic Serengeti wildlife: lions stalking their prey, elephants gracefully moving across the plains, cheetahs sprinting with breathtaking speed, and giraffes reaching for the highest acacia leaves.
Your expert guide will share their knowledge of the animals and the ecosystem, enhancing your experience and pointing out hidden wonders.
As the sun sets, painting the sky in vibrant hues, you will be transferred to Serena Serengeti Safari lodge for dinner and a well-deserved rest, filled with memories of the day's incredible wildlife encounters in the heart of the Serengeti.

Main Destination:

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:

Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly and Roam Serengeti Balloon and Game Drive

Early in the morning, you will embark on a thrilling hot air balloon safari, soaring over the Serengeti’s vast plains for a unique bird’s-eye view of the wildlife below. After this unforgettable experience, enjoy a delicious breakfast, replenishing yourself for the day ahead.
You will have the opportunity to witness the majestic Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—as well as a wide range of other fascinating wildlife, including cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and various bird species, during your full-day game drive.
As you explore the Serengeti’s diverse landscapes, you’ll venture through grasslands, riverbeds, and kopjes, offering you an array of exciting wildlife encounters.
Later in the evening, you will head back to your lodge, where a delicious, freshly prepared dinner awaits. Relax and unwind, enjoying the tranquil atmosphere of the lodge before settling in for a peaceful overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Maasai Boma Experience Before Departure

After enjoying a leisurely breakfast, you will begin your journey back to Arusha, traveling through the scenic landscapes of northern Tanzania.
Along the way, you will visit a traditional Maasai boma, where you will have the opportunity to experience the unique culture, customs, and daily life of one of East Africa’s most iconic tribes. This cultural encounter offers a meaningful glimpse into the Maasai way of life and adds depth to your safari experience.

You will continue onward, arriving in Arusha at approximately 4:00 PM, where your unforgettable safari adventure comes to a close — filled with memories of wildlife, landscapes, and connections that will stay with you forever.

Main Destination:

Maasai Village (Cultural Village)

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.