Safari from Zanzibar (Fly In)

4-Day Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar to Serengeti & Ngorongoro

Duration 4 days / 3 nights
Destination Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater
Starting from From $2,236.00 per person

About This Safari


A Magical 4 Day of Wildlife and Unparalleled Adventure

This 4-day fly-in safari from Zanzibar takes you directly into the heart of the Serengeti, followed by a visit to the Ngorongoro Crater — combining two of Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations with minimal travel time.

By flying between locations, the itinerary avoids long overland drives and allows more time for game viewing in the field.

Four days, two highlights – what to expect:

  • Serengeti National Park – vast open plains, rich wildlife, and strong predator sightings, with the possibility of witnessing the Great Migration depending on the season.

  • Ngorongoro Crater – a unique, wildlife-dense caldera offering excellent chances to see the Big Five in a single day.

The route is intentionally efficient: direct flights from Zanzibar, extended time in the Serengeti, and a smooth transition to Ngorongoro — ideal for travelers who want a high-quality safari experience with comfort and time optimization.

Start / End

Zanzibar -> Zanzibar

Group size

1-100 people

Difficulty

Easy

Minimum age

2+

Safari Snapshot

A quick look at the route, day by day.

Day 1
From Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park

flight from Zanzibar, serengeti game drive Wildlife and bird watching picnic lunch

Serengeti sound of silence

Day 2
Serengeti – Full Day Game Drive

serengeti game drive Wildlife and bird watching picnic lunch

Serengeti sound of silence

Day 3
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

Transit game drive serengeti game drive

Kankari Lodge

Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater – Final Game Drive & Return

Ngorongoro crater game drive Picnic lunch Return flight to Zanzibar

Ways to Customize This Trip

This private itinerary can be tailored to your travel dates, preferred pace, accommodation style, dietary needs and special interests. Ask our Tanzania specialist to adjust transfers, activities and room arrangements before booking.

  • Adjust the balance of safari, beach time and optional Zanzibar activities
  • Upgrade accommodation and add private activities or extra safari nights

Day by Day

Here is how the days run. We can adjust the route around your dates and the pace you want.

1 Day 1 From Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park Serengeti sound of silence / Lunch, Dinner
Day 1: From Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park

Day 1: From Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park

After your flight from Zanzibar, you land directly in the Serengeti, where your safari begins almost immediately.

Endless plains stretch in every direction, dotted with acacia trees and rocky kopjes. Wildlife is never far — often visible even before your first full game drive begins.

As you explore, you may encounter giraffes, elephants, and herds of wildebeest and zebra, with predators resting nearby or on the move.

A powerful start: direct, immersive, and unmistakably Serengeti.

  • Main stop: From Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park
  • Accommodation: Serengeti sound of silence
  • Meals: Lunch, Dinner
  • Activities: flight from Zanzibar, serengeti game drive Wildlife and bird watching picnic lunch
Accommodation - Serengeti sound of silence

Serengeti sound of silence

Safari lodge / Mid-range / Central Serengeti

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2 Day 2 Serengeti – Full Day Game Drive Serengeti sound of silence / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Serengeti – Full Day Game Drive

Today is dedicated to exploring the Serengeti in depth.

Across vast open plains, you follow wildlife movements — herds of wildebeest and zebra, elephants crossing the savannah, and predators such as lions and cheetahs active throughout the day.

With time and flexibility, the day allows for longer sightings and a deeper connection to the rhythm of the Serengeti

  • Main stop: Serengeti – Full Day Game Drive
  • Accommodation: Serengeti sound of silence
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Activities: serengeti game drive Wildlife and bird watching picnic lunch
Accommodation - Serengeti sound of silence

Serengeti sound of silence

Safari lodge / Mid-range / Central Serengeti

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3 Day 3 Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands Kankari Lodge / Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

Your morning begins in the Serengeti, with a final game drive as the plains come alive in the early light.

As the day unfolds, you continue exploring before gradually making your way toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. The landscape shifts from open savannah to cooler, greener terrain.

By late afternoon, you arrive near the crater rim — a quiet transition before the next day’s descent.

  • Main stop: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
  • Accommodation: Kankari Lodge
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Activities: Transit game drive serengeti game drive
Accommodation - Kankari Lodge

Kankari Lodge

Safari lodge / Mid-range / Ngorongoro Crater

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4 Day 4 Ngorongoro Crater – Final Game Drive & Return Breakfast & Lunch
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Final Game Drive & Return

The day begins with an early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater. Within its enclosed ecosystem, wildlife is concentrated and active in the morning light.

On your game drive, you may encounter elephants, lions, buffalo, and a variety of plains game — with a chance, though rare, to spot a rhino.

After exploring the crater floor, you ascend and return to Arusha for your flight back to Zanzibar, bringing your safari to a close.

  • Main stop: Ngorongoro Crater – Final Game Drive & Return
  • Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
  • Activities: Ngorongoro crater game drive Picnic lunch Return flight to Zanzibar

Accommodation

Where you stay on this trip. We can move the comfort level up or down when we plan your dates.

Serengeti sound of silence
Days 1, 2

Serengeti sound of silence

MID RANGE / Central Serengeti

Serengeti sound of silence — photo 1
Serengeti sound of silence — photo 2
Serengeti sound of silence — photo 4
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Kankari Lodge
Day 3

Kankari Lodge

MID RANGE / Ngorongoro Crater

Kankari Lodge — photo 1
Kankari Lodge — photo 2
Kankari Lodge — photo 3
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Tour Rates

This is the starting price for this trip. Your final quote is confirmed once we check your dates and availability.

SeasonSolo2 people3 people4 people5 people6 people7+ people
Standard SeasonOn request From $2,859From $2,511From $2,393From $2,278From $2,236On request

Prices are per person in USD and based on shared double/twin accommodation unless stated otherwise. Final pricing depends on travel dates, lodge availability, group size and route adjustments. Swipe horizontally to compare party sizes.

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From $2,236.00 per person
4 days / 3 nights/ Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater