3 day fly-in safari to Serengeti…

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3-Day Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar to Serengeti

This 3-day fly-in safari takes you from the white-sand beaches of Zanzibar to the endless plains of the Serengeti. You'll experience incredible wildlife sightings, including the Big Five and, depending on the season, the Great Migration. This itinerary maximizes your time in the Serengeti by avoiding long road transfers and ensuring you have an immersive safari experience.

Day 1: Zanzibar – Serengeti National Park (Fly-In & Game Drive)

Morning:

Early morning transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your flight to Serengeti National Park (approximately 1.5 hours).
Arrive at Seronera Airstrip (Central Serengeti), where your safari guide will be waiting with a 4x4 safari vehicle.
Begin your first game drive, exploring the diverse wildlife and landscapes of the Serengeti.

Midday:

Stop at a scenic location inside the park for a picnic lunch.
Continue with game drives, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, and, if you're lucky, the elusive leopard.

Afternoon:

Enjoy a late afternoon game drive as predators become more active.
Drive to Serengeti Safari Lodge for check-in.

Evening:

Relax with a sundowner while overlooking the Serengeti plains.
Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.

Day 2: Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park

Early Morning:

Wake up early for a sunrise game drive, the best time to see predators hunting.
Return to the lodge for breakfast.

Midday:

Continue game viewing in different regions of Serengeti, depending on wildlife movements and the season.
Picnic lunch in the bush.

Afternoon:

Explore the Seronera Valley, a prime area for big cats and large herds of wildlife.
Visit the Retina Hippo Pool or other key attractions in the park.

Evening:

Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation under the stars.

Day 3: Morning Game Drive – Flight to Zanzibar

Early Morning:

Optional: Hot Air Balloon Safari (extra cost, must be booked in advance).
Final early morning game drive, catching the last glimpses of Serengeti’s wildlife.
Return to the lodge/camp for breakfast and check-out.

Midday:

Transfer to Seronera Airstrip for your return flight to Zanzibar.

Afternoon:

Arrive in Zanzibar and transfer to your hotel or next destination.

Inclusions:

✅ Return flights (Zanzibar – Serengeti – Zanzibar)
✅ 4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
✅ Professional English-speaking safari guide
✅ Park entry fees to Serengeti National Park
✅ 2 nights in a luxury tented camp or lodge
✅ Meals (3 lunches, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners)
✅ Bottled drinking water during the safari

Exclusions:

❌ Hot Air Balloon Safari (optional, costs approx. $600 per person)
❌ Tips for guide and lodge staff
❌ Personal expenses (drinks, souvenirs, etc.)

Best Time to Visit:

Great Migration (Calving Season): December – March (Southern Serengeti)
Great Migration (River Crossings): July – October (Northern Serengeti)
Year-Round Wildlife Viewing: Always great, with plenty of resident wildlife

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Here’s a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section for the 3-Day Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar to Serengeti:

What time does the safari start and end?

Day 1: Early morning flight from Zanzibar to Serengeti (departure around 07:00 AM).
Day 3: Return flight from Serengeti to Zanzibar (arrival around 02:00 – 04:00 PM).

What kind of animals can I expect to see?

Big Five: Lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos
Great Migration (seasonal): Wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles
Other wildlife: Cheetahs, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, hyenas, and more

Do I need a visa for this trip?

International travelers need a Tanzania visa, which can be obtained online or on arrival.
Domestic travelers from mainland Tanzania do not need a visa.

Is this safari suitable for children?

Yes, but it’s best for children aged 5 and above.

Can I add extra days or visit other parks?

Yes! You can extend your safari to visit Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, or Lake Manyara.

Some lodges offer family-friendly accommodation.

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Price Guarantee. Once you have made your booking and we have received your deposit, we guarantee to honour the prices for each item shown on your quotation, with the following exceptions: Estimated price increases: Where we are making a booking for some time for which we do not yet have prices from the supplier (i.e., a year in advance of the tour date), we usually include an estimated price increase. Such a price increase will usually be reviewed by the time that the final payment becomes due, and the Client or Client representative is obliged to cover such increases to a maximum of twice the estimated increase. Government-regulated fees and taxes: In Tanzania, we are exposed to unannounced and sudden changes in items such as national park fees and taxes. The Client or Client representative is responsible for paying any additional charges of this nature. Fuel surcharges: Similarly, we are occasionally exposed to sudden changes in fuel costs, which we need to pass on to our customers if our suppliers demand them of us. The Client or Client representative is responsible for paying any additional charges of this nature. Major errors: In the event of a major error having occurred in our quotation whereby we have significantly undercharged for a tour, we reserve the right to withdraw our offer. Exchange rate fluctuations: Very rarely, our suppliers suffer from a large movement in the international exchange rates and add an exchange rate surcharge to their invoices to us. The Client or Client representative is responsible for paying any additional charges of this nature. Payment Terms: Payments are scheduled as follows: * Deposit Payment due on camping safari bookings: 10% must be paid. * Deposit Payment due on Safari in Lodges bookings: 40% must be paid. * Deposit payment due on tailor-made option bookings: 10% – 70% can be requested * Final Payments can be done due on arrival (Cash is accepted & preferred). * Payment can be made by bank wire/transfer, credit cards, and online payments, E.g., PesaPal. We will provide our banking details to enable this process. NOTE: All payments made should be to company accounts, which are all in Tanzania. We do not have any offshore Accounts. It is common for us to receive separate payments for different individuals within a group touring together and accept payments from each (links will be sent to facilitate the payments), but communication of the relevant information should always take place via the group leader, who remains financially responsible for the whole trip. Payment and Invoices. All payments & instalments must be paid before your Tour start date. When the client or representative has made the tour payment by bank/wire transfer, please email a copy of the bank receipt to the Company. We will confirm receipt of the funds via email. All costs as a result of payment will be handled by the clients, such as a surcharge of 3.5% for credit card & online payments, and wire transfer charges. Currency. All our quotations are made in US$, Euros, and Tanzanian shillings. Cash is accepted in US$, preferably, however, Euros, Pound sterling are also accepted. Customers are required to pay in any currency mentioned above and can do so by making a bank transfer directly into our bank account. We will provide our banking details to facilitate this process.