Serengeti Safari with Balloon

5-Day Zanzibar–Serengeti Safari with Balloon Ride

$3493-4665 USD

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Safari summary

This 5-day safari journey takes you from the idyllic beaches of Zanzibar to the wild heart of Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. You’ll explore the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, traverse the vast plains of the Serengeti, and experience the adventure of a hot air balloon ride over the Savannah. Each day blends excitement, breathtaking scenery, and intimate wildlife encounters, culminating with your return to Zanzibar’s tropical paradise.


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months July, August, September, October
Countries
Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Airport transfers
  • Internal flights
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • All drinks
  • Hot air balloons
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Premium alcoholic beverages
  • Spa treatments
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Zanzibar - Arusha - Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro Crater

Fly from Zanzibar to Arusha, where your safari begins. After meeting your guide, drive through lush highlands and rural villages toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at your lodge perched on the crater rim, offering spectacular views of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. As evening falls, enjoy the cool mountain air and stunning sunset vistas over one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders.

Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp

Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti

Serengeti

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive in one of the richest wildlife habitats on Earth. Spot lions, elephants, zebras, flamingos, and perhaps the elusive black rhino. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, continue your scenic drive to the Central Serengeti, known for its year-round game viewing and iconic Savannah landscapes. Arrive at your camp in time to relax and enjoy dinner under the stars.

Embalakai Serengeti Camp

Central Serengeti to Northern

Serengeti

Begin your day with an early game drive as you travel north through the Serengeti’s rolling plains. The Northern Serengeti offers dramatic scenery, with river crossings, rocky outcrops, and abundant wildlife, including wildebeest herds and big cats. Spend the afternoon exploring this quieter, untouched region before settling in for an overnight stay deep in the wild.

Safari Haven Migration Camp

Hot Air Balloon Northern Serengeti

Serengeti

Before dawn, embark on an unforgettable hot air balloon safari over the Northern Serengeti. Watch the sunrise paint the sky as herds roam below, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush. Afterward, enjoy a relaxed game drive as you head back to the Central Serengeti, spotting wildlife along the way. Arrive at your camp to unwind and enjoy your final night surrounded by the sounds of nature.

Central Serengeti Luxury Camp

Central gamedrive & fly to Zanzibar

Serengeti

Take in one last early morning game drive in the Central Serengeti, capturing the golden light and the park’s incredible wildlife one more time. After brunch, transfer to the airstrip for your flight back to Zanzibar. As you soar above the plains, reflect on your unforgettable safari experience and the memories made in Tanzania’s most iconic wilderness areas.

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