Locally owned safari company · Pangani Street, Arusha

Luxury fly-in · Fly-in

3 Days Fly-in & Out: Ngorongoro & Materuni

Fly in from Zanzibar for Tarangire and the crater, then Materuni waterfall and coffee before flying back.

  • 3 days
  • Tarangire · Ngorongoro Crater · Materuni
  • Park fees included

From$2,500per person, two travelling

Trip overview

Your safari at a glance

  • Length3 days · 2 nights
  • GroupPrivate, by air
  • StayLuxury lodges
  • Getting aroundLight aircraft and game drives
  • Starts and endsZanzibar → Zanzibar
  • Best monthsJun – Oct
  1. StartZanzibar
  2. Tarangire
  3. Ngorongoro Crater
  4. Materuni
  5. EndZanzibar

Where you go

Route map

Your route

  1. 1Start Zanzibar
  2. 2Tarangire
  3. 3Ngorongoro Crater
  4. 4Materuni
  5. 5End Zanzibar

Approximate route between stops.

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day1Zanzibar Day 1 · Tarangire · ZanzibarArrival – Tarangire National Park Upon arrival in Arusha from Zanzibar, you’ll be greeted and transported to Tarangire for an unforgettable safari adventure. Tarangire National Park…Suricata Boma Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    Upon arrival in Arusha from Zanzibar, you’ll be greeted and transported to Tarangire for an unforgettable safari adventure. Tarangire National Park unfolds as the realm of majestic elephants traversing the open plains, lions asserting their presence, and zebras adding their distinct calls to the wild chorus. In the dry season, Tarangire proudly hosts the world’s largest elephant population, making it an essential stop on your journey. The park is equally renowned for its captivating baobab trees, towering termite mounds, and extensive expanses of grassy savannah plains and tranquil swamps. You’ll relish a full day of exploration within this remarkable park, continuing until 5:00 p.m., when you’ll embark on a journey to your lodge.

    Note: we will book a lodge with the same standard according to the availability

    TonightSuricata Boma Lodge
  2. Day2Ngorongoro Crater Day 2 · Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro Crater After an early morning breakfast, set off for an extraordinary 8-hour journey to Ngorongoro Crater, a geological marvel that stands among the most…Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa Read the full dayShow less

    After an early morning breakfast, set off for an extraordinary 8-hour journey to Ngorongoro Crater, a geological marvel that stands among the most incredible and renowned Natural Wonders worldwide. This colossal, unbroken caldera was formed when a colossal volcano erupted and crumbled around three million years ago.

    Ngorongoro Crater shelters the highest concentration of large game animals in Africa, including the majestic Big Five and a diverse array of predators. It is a truly exceptional place, rightfully recognized on the UNESCO World Heritage List. As you descend into the crater, you’ll find yourself in a vast expanse teeming with wildlife. The steep crater walls ascend from 400 to 610 meters above the crater floor, covering a base area of 264 square kilometers (with a diameter of 19 kilometers). In the afternoon, your journey will continue towards Arusha, where you’ll enjoy an overnight stay and prepare for the adventures that await you on the following day.

    Maasai boma visit: Pay a visit to one of the famous Maasai bomas, where you’ll have the opportunity to witness (and participate in) traditional Maasai dance, tour an authentic Maasai village, and even do a little souvenir shopping at the local market. Both of the above activities attract an additional cost. Speak with your safari expert about adding them to your itinerary.

    Note: we will book a lodge with the same standard according to the availability

    TonightTulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
  3. Day3Zanzibar Day 3 · ZanzibarMateruni Waterfalls, Coffee Tour to Zanzibar Read the full dayShow less

Want a different order, an extra night or another lodge? Every day here can change. Ask us to adjust it

Where you sleep

Properties used for this safari

  • Night 1

    Luxury lodge · Zanzibar

    Suricata Boma Lodge

    Chosen for its location near the wildlife · En-suite rooms · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    1 night · or similar
    Ask about it
  • Night 2

    Luxury lodge · Ngorongoro Crater

    Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa

    Chosen for its location near the wildlife · En-suite rooms · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    1 night · or similar
    Ask about it

Luxury lodges and camps are chosen for location: closer to the wildlife, so you spend less time driving. Names are confirmed in your written itinerary.

What it costs

Safari pricing

Price per person in US dollars by number of people travelling together
Accommodation2 people3–4 people5 people6+ peopleBest valueQuote
Mid-range lodges$1,500$1,400$1,350$1,300Get quote
Luxury lodges$2,500$2,300$2,100$2,000Get quote
  • Per person, sharing. The vehicle and guide cost the same for two or six, so bigger groups pay less each.
  • Children under 15 pay less, and solo travellers pay a supplement. We include both in your quote.
  • Deposit to confirm: 20% for camping safaris, 40% for lodge safaris.

The fine print

What the price covers

Included

  • All Park entrances & taxes
  • All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
  • Soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day)
  • Camping equipment (sleeping bag, sleeping mattress & Tent)
  • Transportation in a custom safari 4×4 with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
  • Safari vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, communications radio, electric cooler, and filtered water
  • Flight from Zanzibar to Serengeti
  • Flight from Arusha to Zanzibar

Not included

  • Tips for guide
  • International
  • Tanzania Visa fee

In pictures

Photo gallery

Good to know

Questions about this safari

How much luggage can we bring on the plane?

Bush flights usually allow about 15 kg per person in soft bags. Leave the rest with us in Arusha or at your Zanzibar hotel.

What happens if a flight is delayed?

Your guide waits at the airstrip and tracks the flight with the airline. We adjust the day's game drive around the new arrival time.

Another question?

Our planners in Arusha are happy to help on WhatsApp.

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Before you go

Clothing

  • Light layers in khaki, green or beige
  • A warm fleece for early drives and the crater rim
  • Long sleeves for the evenings
  • Sun hat

Footwear

  • Comfortable closed shoes
  • Sandals for camp or the lodge

Gear

  • Binoculars, one pair each if you can
  • Camera with a spare battery and memory card
  • Soft bag rather than a hard suitcase
  • Power bank

Health

  • Sunscreen and lip balm
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medication
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest reviews

Travellers on travelling with Makini

5.0Excellent · 105+ reviews

  • The communication with the company was very good, and we were in good hands from the minute we arrived… we got a lot of value for the money.

    Saudat N. TripAdvisor
  • The communication with Lucas via WhatsApp was always very friendly, direct and immediate… our tour guide Aboh was very familiar with all animals and plants.

    Godfrey M. TripAdvisor
  • Great value local Tanzanian operator that provided an unforgettable safari experience.

    Damas F. TripAdvisor

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