Overview
This 5-day itinerary uses light-aircraft flights to connect the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Lake Manyara National Park, cutting out the long road transfers between parks that a standard driving safari involves.
Flying between parks means more of your trip is spent actually on safari rather than in transit, and it comes with a genuine bonus: aerial views of the landscape between stops, including a different perspective on the Rift Valley escarpment and the plains below.
This length suits travelers who want to cover the Northern Circuit's highlights without a longer time commitment, prioritizing time efficiency over the on-the-ground game viewing that a road transfer sometimes offers.
See our flying vs. driving guide, or contact us to book this itinerary.
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| Accommodation | Confirmed together with you — see the Rates tab for general comfort levels we work with. |
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| Meals | Full board on safari days; meals as specified for any city/beach nights, per your final itinerary. |
Day by Day (5 days)
After arriving at the Arusha International Airport, you will board your flight to the beautiful Serengeti National park . The flight departs around 11:30 pm reaching Seronera at 13:30 pm where you will be picked up by our company driver who will transfer you to experience your remarkable game drive in the park.
After the game drive, you will proceed direct to your hotel/ lodge for relaxation, Dinner and Overnight. Serengeti Serena Lodge, Serengeti Sopa Lodge, Seronera Campsite Camp, Sayari Camp.
Wake up have breakfast then transfer to experience a full day game drive in the park and the wildlife animals you will watch include; zebra, gazelle, impala, hartebeest, topi, buffalo, water buck.
You can as well as visit the Kopjesand granite florations numerous in the area as well as the hyrax and pythons. After the experience, transfer to your lodge/ hotel for relaxation, Dinner and Overnight. Mbuzi Mawe Luxury Tented Camp, Seronera Campsite Camp, Sayari Camp.
Wake up go for a morning game drive around the Serengeti plains then later, transfer south-east of the park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area to explore the crater. Transfer to your lodge/ Hotel for Dinner and Overnight. Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge, Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge, Simba Campsite.
Wake up have breakfast then transfer downwards the prominent Ngorongoro Crater to spot numerous wildlife animals around the crater. The animals you will spot include; zebras, wildebeest, elephant, Black Rhino and lions if lucky. After the experience, you will transfer to relax, have Dinner and Overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House, Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge, Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge, Simba Campsite.
Wake up have breakfast then transfer to the beautiful Lake Manyara National Park for a remarkable game drive and visit to the Lake Manyara freshwater lake. The animals you will view on the drive include; hippos, impalas, elephants, wildebeests, buffalo, warthogs and giraffes as well as giant fig trees and mahogany forest. After the drive, transfer to Arusha for relaxation, Dinner and Overnight. Mount Meru Hotel.
Rates Per Person
See "Accommodation & Meals" on the Overview tab for the general comfort levels available — send us your dates and group size for an exact quote.
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Included
- Private vehicle with your own driver-guide
- Park entry and conservation fees
- Accommodation as specified in your itinerary
- Meals as specified per day (full board on safari days)
- Airport pickup and drop-off
Excluded
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Getting There
Tour Start & End
This trip starts in Serengeti National Park and ends in Lake Manyara National Park.
Airport Information
Kilimanjaro International Airport and Mwanza Airport are the most common arrival points, depending on your route.
Transfer Information
Airport pickup and all transfers between destinations are included and arranged by our team.
Accommodation Before/After
Need a night in Mwanza or Arusha before or after this trip? We can arrange that on request.