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5-Day Fly-In Safari Serengeti Explorer Wildebeest Migration & Big Five

5-Day Fly-In Safari Serengeti Explorer Wildebeest Migration & Big Five

Duration                    5 days 4 nights

Itinerary                    Serengeti

Experience an unforgettable 5-day fly-in safari from Zanzibar through Tanzania’s iconic Northern Safari Circuit. 

Explore the legendary Serengeti National Park in search of the Great Wildebeest Migration and the Big Five, discover the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, and conclude your adventure in Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. 

Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, exceptional game viewing, and comfortable lodge and tented camp accommodations throughout your journey.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Zanzibar to Fly to Serengeti National Park

Your safari begins with an early morning transfer from your hotel in Zanzibar to the airport for your scheduled flight to Serengeti National Park. 

Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by your professional safari guide and begin your first exciting game drive.

Explore the endless plains of the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

During the migration season (July to October), witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration as millions of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles move across the northern Serengeti in search of fresh grazing. If conditions allow, you may also witness the dramatic Mara River crossings, where the migrating herds face the challenge of powerful Nile crocodiles.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon game drive in search of lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, and many other wildlife species. Later, proceed to your luxury tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Mbuni Serengeti Camp

Meals: Lunch and Dinner

After an early breakfast, depart for a full-day safari in the wildlife-rich Northern Serengeti. 

This remote region offers some of the best opportunities to witness the Great Migration and the famous Mara River crossings during the migration season.

Spend the day exploring the diverse landscapes while searching for large herds of wildebeests, zebras, elephants, lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and numerous bird species. 

Your experienced guide will position you at strategic wildlife viewing areas to maximize your chances of witnessing remarkable wildlife encounters.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon game drive. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

Accommodation: Sero Tented Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Wake up to the sounds of the African wilderness before enjoying breakfast at camp. 

Continue your safari as you explore the Northern Serengeti before gradually making your way toward the Central Serengeti, renowned for its exceptional year-round wildlife viewing.

This region is famous for its resident lion prides, elusive leopards, large elephant herds, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos, and numerous antelope species. 

The open plains and acacia woodlands provide excellent opportunities for photography and unforgettable game viewing.

After a full day of wildlife exploration and a picnic lunch, arrive at your luxury camp in Central Serengeti for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Mbuni Serengeti Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Following an early breakfast, depart Serengeti and enjoy a scenic game drive en route to the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. 

Descend into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations.

Spend the day exploring the crater floor, home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including the endangered black rhino, lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and countless bird species. Visit the beautiful Lake Magadi, where flamingos and other waterbirds are often seen.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before continuing your game drive. In the late afternoon, ascend the crater walls and drive to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s hidden safari gems, famous for its giant baobab trees and impressive elephant populations.

Embark on your final game drive through the park, exploring its diverse habitats that support elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, impalas, warthogs, and over 500 bird species. 

The Tarangire River attracts large numbers of animals, especially during the dry season, providing excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.

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Included in the cost

  • Return scheduled flights between Zanzibar and Arusha. 
  • Airport transfers in Zanzibar and Arusha. 
  • Transport in a 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof. 
  • Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide. 
  • Park entrance fees for Tarangire National Park. 
  • Serengeti National Park entrance fees. 
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Crater service fees. 
  • Accommodation as specified in the itinerary. 
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary. 
  • Picnic lunches during safari. 
  • Bottled drinking water during game drives. 
  • Unlimited game drives as per the itinerary. 
  • Government taxes and VAT. 

Exclusion on the total cost

  • International flights. 
  • Zanzibar accommodation before or after the safari. 
  • Tanzania visa fees (where applicable). 
  • Travel and medical insurance. 
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks unless specified. 
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary. 
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and souvenirs. 
  • Tips and gratuities for the safari guide and lodge staff. 
  • Items of a personal nature. 
  • Any services not specifically mentioned under “Safari Includes.”
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