3 Day Fly-In Tanzania Luxury Safari: Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Experience

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Tour Overview

Escape the ordinary with this 3-day luxury fly-in safari that whisks you from the idyllic beaches of Zanzibar straight into the heart of Tanzania’s most iconic wilderness: the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.

Designed for travelers seeking efficiency, comfort, and extraordinary wildlife encounters, this short yet immersive safari delivers the magic of the wild without compromising on luxury. With seamless domestic flights, handpicked accommodations, and expert guiding by Joyful Safaris And Tours, every detail of your journey is crafted for an unforgettable adventure.

Itinerary - Day by Day

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1: Zanzibar ➜ Central Serengeti – Wild Heart of Africa

  • Morning flight from Zanzibar to Seronera Airstrip.

  • Met by your Joyful Safaris And Tours guide.

  • Picnic lunch in the bush.

  • Afternoon game drive in the Central Serengeti, home to lions, cheetahs, and leopards.

  • Evening at your chosen lodge or tented camp.

Accommodation Options:

  • Matawi Serengeti Camp (Mid-range Tented Camp)

  • Upgrade: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge (Luxury Lodge)

Meals: Lunch & Dinner | Drinks: Bottled water & soft drinks


Day 2: Serengeti Sunrise Safari ➜ Ngorongoro Highlands

  • Sunrise game drive in the Serengeti.

  • Breakfast at camp followed by transfer toward Ngorongoro with en-route wildlife viewing.

  • Optional: Maasai Boma visit (additional cost).

  • Evening arrival at your lodge in the lush Ngorongoro Highlands.

Accommodation Options:

  • Farm of Dreams Lodge (Mid-range)

  • Upgrade: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge (Luxury, Crater Rim)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | Drinks: Bottled water & soft drinks


Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Safari ➜ Arusha ➜ Zanzibar

  • Early breakfast, then descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning safari.

  • Picnic lunch at the hippo pool.

  • Afternoon transfer to Arusha for your return flight to Zanzibar.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch | Drinks: Bottled water & soft drinks

Pricing Per Person (Valid Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025)

Group Size Mid-Range Option Luxury Option
2 People $1,960 $2,570
3–4 People $1,800 $2,495
5 People $1,780 $2,390
6+ People $1,700 $2,300

Child Discount: Available for children under 15 years old
✔ Rates include domestic flights, full-board accommodation, game drives, and park fees.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Included in the Package Not Included
✔ One-way flight Zanzibar ➜ Serengeti ✘ International flights to/from Tanzania
✔ One-way flight Arusha ➜ Zanzibar ✘ Tanzania visa fees
✔ 2 nights lodge/tented camp accommodation ✘ Tips for guides & lodge staff
✔ All meals as per itinerary ✘ Balloon safari ($580 pp, optional)
✔ Private safari vehicle with pop-up roof ✘ Optional Maasai village or Olduvai Gorge tour
✔ Unlimited game drives ✘ Personal travel insurance & expenses
✔ Professional English-speaking guide ✘ Additional beverages (alcohol, premium soft drinks)
✔ Park entrance fees & conservation charges
✔ Filtered drinking water
✔ Transfers from lodges to airstrips
from $2291 USD / per person

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