Locally owned safari company · Pangani Street, Arusha

Luxury fly-in · Fly-in

4-Day Private Fly-in Luxury Adventure Safari

Four days with flights between the parks: Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Private vehicle and guide, luxury lodges and camps. Nights at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge and Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge.

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

From$2,751per person, two travelling

Trip overview

Your safari at a glance

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

Where you go

Route map

Your route

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

Approximate route between stops.

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day1Serengeti Day 1 · SerengetiArusha to Serengeti National Park Your adventure begins in Arusha with a private pick-up from your hotel. Our team will transfer you comfortably to the airport for your scheduled…Lunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), Non-alcoholic drinksSerengeti Serena Safari Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    Your adventure begins in Arusha with a private pick-up from your hotel. Our team will transfer you comfortably to the airport for your scheduled flight to Seronera Airstrip in the heart of Serengeti National Park. Upon arrival, meet your private safari guide and continue by private 4×4 safari Jeep into the endless plains. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch surrounded by the spectacular Serengeti scenery, followed by an exciting afternoon game drive. Keep your eyes open for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and other incredible wildlife. As the sun begins to set, enjoy the magical colors of the Serengeti before heading to your luxury accommodation for a relaxing evening and dinner.

    TonightSerengeti Serena Safari LodgeLunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), Non-alcoholic drinks
  2. Day2Serengeti Day 2 · SerengetiSerengeti National Park This day is dedicated to a full-day private game drive through the spectacular Serengeti National Park. After breakfast, set out in your private…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksSerengeti Serena Safari Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    This day is dedicated to a full-day private game drive through the spectacular Serengeti National Park. After breakfast, set out in your private safari Jeep with your expert private guide, exploring the endless plains in search of Africa’s incredible wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Throughout the day, look for lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many other species. Your guide will share fascinating insights about the wildlife, landscapes, and Serengeti ecosystem. Return to your luxury lodge in the evening to relax, enjoy dinner, and reflect on an unforgettable day in the wild.

    TonightSerengeti Serena Safari LodgeAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
  3. Day3Serengeti Day 3 · Ngorongoro Crater · SerengetiSerengeti to Ngorongoro Crater This day begins with breakfast before your full-day safari through the Serengeti National Park. Enjoy a private game drive in your exclusive safari…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksNgorongoro Serena Safari Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    This day begins with breakfast before your full-day safari through the Serengeti National Park. Enjoy a private game drive in your exclusive safari Jeep with your experienced private guide, exploring the vast plains in search of lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and more. Stop for a scenic picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your wildlife adventure. In the late afternoon, depart the Serengeti and drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at your luxury accommodation near the crater for a relaxing evening, dinner, and an overnight stay.

    TonightNgorongoro Serena Safari LodgeAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
  4. Day4Ngorongoro Crater Day 4 · Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro to Arusha Your final safari day begins with an early breakfast before descending into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. Travel…Breakfast & lunch, (Dinner not included), Non-alcoholic drinks Read the full dayShow less

    Your final safari day begins with an early breakfast before descending into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. Travel in your private safari Jeep with your expert private guide as you explore the crater floor, home to an incredible concentration of wildlife. Look out for lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, hippos, flamingos, and, with luck, the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by spectacular scenery before continuing your exploration. In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and begin your journey back to Arusha, arriving with wonderful memories of your private luxury safari.

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

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
Accommodation1 person2 people3 people4 peopleBest valueQuote
Luxury lodgesOn request$2,751$2,403$2,373Get 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 flights during the tour
  • 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

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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 4 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.

Are the flights included?

Yes. The price includes a fixed budget for the flights in the itinerary; if the airline charges more for your dates, your quote shows it.

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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