Overview

The 3 Day Serengeti Fly-In Safari is a premium short safari designed for travelers who want to maximize their time in the Serengeti while minimizing long road transfers.

Instead of driving for hours from Arusha, guests take a scenic bush flight directly into the heart of the Serengeti ecosystem, arriving fresh and ready for immediate game viewing.

This itinerary combines luxury tented accommodation, full-day Serengeti game drives, and a final visit to the Ngorongoro Crater before returning to Arusha or continuing onward to Zanzibar or other destinations.

It is one of the most efficient and comfortable ways to experience Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife regions.

Why Choose This Fly-In Safari?

This itinerary is built for comfort, efficiency, and premium wildlife access.

Save Travel Time

Fly directly into Serengeti instead of long road transfers.

Maximize Game Viewing

More time inside wildlife-rich Serengeti zones.

Luxury Safari Experience

Stay in high-end tented camps and lodges.

Ideal for Honeymooners

Private, scenic, and romantic safari experience.

Flexible End Options

Return to Arusha or connect to Zanzibar.

Safari Highlights

• Scenic bush flight from Arusha to Serengeti
• Full-day Serengeti game drives
• Big Five wildlife opportunities
• Lions, leopards, cheetahs, and elephants
• Luxury tented camp accommodation
• Optional hot air balloon safari
• Ngorongoro Crater safari experience
• Professional safari guide
• Premium photographic opportunities

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha → Fly Serengeti National Park

06:00 AM – Hotel Pick-Up in Arusha

Transfer to Arusha airport for your scheduled bush flight.

07:30 AM – Scenic Bush Flight to Serengeti

Enjoy breathtaking aerial views of:

• Great Rift Valley
• Ngorongoro Highlands
• Endless Serengeti plains

Flight duration: approximately 1–2 hours.

09:00 AM – Arrival in Serengeti

Meet your safari guide and begin game viewing immediately.

Mid-Morning Game Drive

Explore nearby Serengeti regions depending on lodge location.

Wildlife You May See

• Elephants and buffalo
• Lions and hyenas
• Giraffes and zebras
• Wildebeest herds
• Cheetahs on the hunt

01:00 PM – Lunch at Camp or Lodge

Enjoy freshly prepared lunch in a luxury tented camp setting.

Afternoon Game Drive

Continue exploring Serengeti plains and river systems.

06:30 PM – Dinner & Overnight Stay

Luxury tented camp or lodge inside Serengeti.

Day 2: Full-Day Serengeti Game Drive

06:30 AM – Early Breakfast

Early start for full-day exploration.

Full-Day Game Drive

Explore multiple Serengeti ecosystems depending on wildlife movement.

Key Wildlife Encounters

• Big Five sightings
• Predator-prey interactions
• Large herbivore herds
• Hippos and crocodiles in rivers
• Birdlife and scavenger activity

01:00 PM – Picnic Lunch in the Bush

Lunch at a scenic wildlife viewing location.

Optional Activity: Hot Air Balloon Safari

Early morning balloon safari available (additional cost), followed by champagne breakfast.

Afternoon Game Drive

Continue exploring migration corridors and predator hotspots.

05:30 PM – Return to Camp

Dinner and overnight stay in Serengeti.

Day 3: Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha

06:00 AM – Breakfast

Early breakfast before departure.

Morning Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Exit Serengeti and travel toward Ngorongoro highlands.

10:00 AM – Descend into Ngorongoro Crater

Begin game drive inside the crater.

Morning Game Drive

Ngorongoro offers one of the highest wildlife densities in Africa.

Wildlife You May See

• Black rhinos
• Lions
• Elephants
• Buffalo
• Zebras and wildebeest
• Hyenas

12:30 PM – Picnic Lunch at Hippo Pool

Scenic lunch surrounded by wildlife activity.

Afternoon Game Drive

Explore crater floor ecosystems before ascent.

03:00 PM – Ascend Crater & Return to Arusha

Drive back through the crater rim.

06:30 PM – Arrival in Arusha

Drop-off at hotel or airport.

End of safari.

Wildlife You May See

Mammals

• Lions
• Leopards
• Cheetahs
• Elephants
• Buffalo
• Black rhino
• Zebras
• Wildebeest
• Hyenas
• Giraffes

Birds

• Ostriches
• Eagles
• Secretary birds
• Flamingos (Ngorongoro seasonal lakes)
• Vultures

About This Safari Combination

This itinerary combines:

• Fast access fly-in Serengeti experience
• Luxury camp-based safari living
• Ngorongoro Crater Big Five ecosystem

It is one of the most premium short safaris in Tanzania.

Best Time to Visit

June – October

Excellent dry season wildlife viewing.

December – March

Calving season with predator action in Serengeti.

April – May

Green season with fewer crowds and dramatic scenery.

Estimated Safari Price

Safari Inclusions

• Return bush flights (Arusha–Serengeti)
• Park entry fees
• Professional safari guide
• 4×4 game drives in Serengeti & Ngorongoro
• 2 nights luxury accommodation
• All meals as per itinerary
• Bottled drinking water
• Crater service fees
• Airport transfers
• Government taxes

Safari Exclusions

• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Alcoholic beverages
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities
• Optional balloon safari

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the fly-in safari worth it?

Yes. It saves time and increases time spent on game drives.

Can I see the Big Five?

Yes. Especially in Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti.

Is this suitable for honeymooners?

Yes. It is one of the most popular luxury honeymoon safaris.

Can I end in Zanzibar instead of Arusha?

Yes. Fly-out options are available.