Welcome to Tanzania. Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be welcomed by an office representative and transferred to Arusha, the gateway to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. As you travel through Tanzania's landscapes, enjoy views of rolling hills, villages, and farmlands. On arrival at Gran Melia Hotel, settle into your room or enjoy the hotel's amenities before your evening safari briefing. Enjoy dinner and rest well before the fly-in adventure begins the next day.
Ultimate 7-Day Luxury Safari: Northern Serengeti, Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
Ultimate 7-Day Luxury Safari: Northern Serengeti, Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
Indulge in a 7-day luxury safari crafted to showcase the best of the Serengeti's Great Migration, the dramatic Mara River, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Begin with a fly-in to Northern Serengeti, where wildebeest, zebra, predators, and the possibility of Mara River crossings create one of Africa's most powerful wildlife spectacles.
Continue to Central Serengeti, a year-round wildlife stronghold and Big Five destination, before concluding at Ngorongoro Crater, often called the Eighth Wonder of the World. This exclusive fly-in, drive-out safari blends breathtaking landscapes, luxury accommodations, and extraordinary wildlife encounters.
Safari Tour Price
| Package | 1 pax | 2 pax | 3 pax | 4 pax | 5 pax | 6 pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Days Safari | $7,300 | $5,560 | $5,280 | $5,125 | $5,060 | $4,960 |
Safari Itinerary
After breakfast, take a scenic flight from Arusha to Northern Serengeti, flying above plains, acacia woodlands, and rivers. On landing at Kogatende Airstrip, your safari guide will welcome you into one of the most iconic wildlife regions in Africa. Northern Serengeti is known for the Great Migration and the dramatic Mara River crossing, where wildebeest and zebra take on crocodile-filled waters. Spend the day on game drives, looking for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and rich birdlife. Pause for a private picnic lunch in the savannah, then continue exploring before returning to your luxury lodge for dinner and overnight.
Wake to the golden light of the Serengeti and set out for a full day across Northern Serengeti, home to one of nature's greatest spectacles. If conditions are right, you may witness the Mara River crossing as wildebeest and zebra surge through the river. Explore further as lions move through the grasslands, leopards rest in trees, and cheetahs scan open plains. Elephants, giraffes, antelopes, and birdlife complete the scene. Enjoy a bush picnic at midday and continue the safari into the afternoon before returning to your lodge for dinner under the stars.
After breakfast, begin a scenic drive from Northern Serengeti to the Seronera area in Central Serengeti. Known for year-round wildlife and classic savannah landscapes, Seronera is a predator-rich region with strong chances for lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Enjoy en-route game drives and an elegant bush lunch surrounded by the Serengeti's wild beauty. As you travel through varied terrain, watch for elephants, giraffes, antelopes, and other wildlife. Arrive at your luxury camp by late afternoon, relax, and enjoy dinner under the African sky.
Start with a morning game drive in Central Serengeti, when predators may still be active and herbivores graze in the golden light. After the drive, return to your lodge for early lunch and check-out. Begin the scenic transfer toward Ngorongoro Highlands as open Serengeti plains shift into the rolling landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in the highlands in the evening. Unwind at your lodge, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the crater descent the following day.
After breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's finest safari landscapes. The crater floor offers chances to see lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, leopards, flamingos, and many other species. Your guide will explore the crater's grasslands, lakes, and forests, then pause for a picnic lunch surrounded by panoramic views. In the afternoon, drive back to Arusha. Arrive in the evening, unwind at your five-star accommodation, and enjoy dinner while reflecting on the safari.
After breakfast at your lodge, enjoy your final moments in Arusha. Your private transfer will escort you to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward flight. This marks the end of a luxury safari filled with Serengeti landscapes, Migration drama, crater wildlife, and memorable accommodation experiences.
- Our itineraries are designed to be flexible and can be modified to suit your preferences.
- Accommodation and domestic flights are subject to availability at the time of reservation.
- Prices quoted are current but may change due to external cost adjustments such as park entry fees, hotel rates, or airline rates.
- We reserve the right to re-quote if confirmation is not received within 10 working days from the quotation date.
- Tips are optional but appreciated. Suggested guide tips are $15-$20 per person per day, and hotel staff tips are usually $2-$5 per person per day based on service received.
What's included in the price?
- Domestic flight from Arusha to Northern Serengeti
- Transfers to and from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO), Arusha Airport (ARK), and Arusha where applicable
- All park entrance fees
- All game drives and activities as per the itinerary
- All accommodations as stated in the itinerary
- A professional driver/guide throughout the safari
- All transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal viewing
- Drinking water throughout the day on safari
- All taxes/VAT
- Meals as outlined in the itinerary
- International airfares to and from Tanzania
- Premium drinks outside of meals
- Entry visas
- Personal items such as souvenirs and laundry
- Additional accommodation before and after the safari
- Government-imposed increases of taxes or park fees during the tour
- Optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips for guides, drivers, and other service staff
- Travel insurance and medical repatriation
- Optional balloon safari in Serengeti, approximately $550 per person