Locally owned safari company · Pangani Street, Arusha

Mid-range safari · Fly-in

4-Day Fly in Private Birthday Celebration

Four days to celebrate: Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire, at your own pace. Private vehicle and guide, mid-range lodges and tented camps. Nights at Land of Nature Camp and Suricata Boma Lodge.

  • 4 days
  • Serengeti · Ngorongoro Crater · Tarangire
  • Park fees included

From$2,250per person, two travelling

Trip overview

Your safari at a glance

  • Length4 days · 3 nights
  • GroupPrivate, by air
  • StayLodges and tented camps
  • Getting aroundLight aircraft and game drives
  • Starts and endsArusha → Arusha
  • Best monthsJul – Sep
  1. StartArusha
  2. Serengeti
  3. Ngorongoro Crater
  4. Tarangire
  5. EndArusha

Where you go

Route map

Your route

  1. 1Start Arusha
  2. 2Serengeti
  3. 3Ngorongoro Crater
  4. 4Tarangire
  5. 5End Arusha

Approximate route between stops.

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day1Zanzibar Day 1 · Serengeti · ZanzibarZanzibar to Serengeti National Park Upon arrival at Seronera Airstrip, your driver will welcome you for a thrilling safari in Serengeti, the famed “Endless Plain.” Home to the Big Five…Lunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Land of Nature Camp Read the full dayShow less

    Upon arrival at Seronera Airstrip, your driver will welcome you for a thrilling safari in Serengeti, the famed “Endless Plain.” Home to the Big Five and vast herds of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles, the park offers unforgettable game viewing. You'll witness the thunder of hooves as wildlife roams freely across the plains. After the adventure, you'll unwind and stay overnight at Land of Nature Camp.

    TonightLand of Nature CampLunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  2. Day2Serengeti Day 2 · SerengetiSerengeti National Park After breakfast, you'll enjoy a full-day game drive in Central Serengeti. Alongside lions and elephants, you'll spot colorful agama…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Land of Nature Camp Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, you'll enjoy a full-day game drive in Central Serengeti. Alongside lions and elephants, you'll spot colorful agama lizards, rock hyraxes on granite kopjes, and a variety of dung beetles. Bird lovers will delight in sightings of ostriches, secretary birds, and black eagles above Lobo Hills. As the sun sets, you'll return to Land of Nature Camp for relaxation and an overnight stay.

    TonightLand of Nature CampAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  3. Day3Ngorongoro Crater Day 3 · Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro Crater You'll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich areas. Home to about 30,000 animals, the crater…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Suricata Boma Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    You'll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich areas. Home to about 30,000 animals, the crater offers sightings of black rhinos, elephants, lions, hyenas, buffalo, and large herds of wildebeest and zebra. The permanent water sources attract hippos and flocks of flamingos. With its diverse habitats and dense predator population, Ngorongoro promises exceptional wildlife viewing in a spectacular volcanic setting.

    TonightSuricata Boma LodgeAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  4. Day4Zanzibar Day 4 · Tarangire · ZanzibarTarangire National Park You'll explore Tarangire National Park, known for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife along the Tarangire River.…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor) Read the full dayShow less

    You'll explore Tarangire National Park, known for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife along the Tarangire River. Look out for lions, giraffes, zebras, and over 500 bird species. After your game drive, you'll enjoy a scenic road transfer back to Arusha, where you’ll be dropped off at the airport in time to catch your flight to Zanzibar.

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

  • Nights 1–2

    Mid-range lodge · Zanzibar

    Land of Nature Camp

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    2 nights · or similar
    Ask about it
  • Night 3

    Mid-range lodge · Ngorongoro Crater

    Suricata Boma Lodge

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    1 night · or similar
    Ask about it

Mid-range lodges and tented camps have en-suite rooms and are inside or close to the parks. Names are confirmed in your written itinerary.

What it costs

Safari pricing

Price per person in US dollars by number of people travelling together
Accommodation1 person2 peopleBest valueQuote
Mid-range lodgesOn request$2,250Get 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

  • Park fees (non-residents)
  • All activities
  • All accommodation
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals
  • Drinks

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

In pictures

Photo gallery

Good to know

Questions about this safari

Is this safari private?

Yes. The vehicle and guide are only for your group, for parties of up to 2 people. Larger groups: ask us.

When can it start, and can we change it?

It can start on any day that suits you, and we can change the lodges, the order of the parks or the number of nights.

Can children come?

This trip is for adults only. Ask us about our family safaris instead.

Can I book it on my own?

Not as a solo traveller: the price is for two or more. Ask us about joining a group safari instead.

Are airport transfers included?

Yes, from and back to the airport.

Is this safari private?

Check the Group label at the top of the page. Private means the vehicle and guide are only for your group. Shared means up to 6–7 guests in the vehicle.

Can we choose the lodges?

Yes. We suggest lodges for the season and your budget and name them in the written itinerary before you pay a deposit.

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

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  • 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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