3 days Fly-in Serengeti Safari is designed for travelers who want to experience the iconic Serengeti National Park without enduring the long drive from Arusha. Ideal for luxury seekers and time-conscious adventurers, this package offers seamless travel, breathtaking wildlife encounters, and exclusive accommodation. With return flights included, guests enjoy more time exploring the vast, game-rich plains of Serengeti, while soaking in luxury at one of the region’s top safari lodges.
Highlights of the 3-Days Fly-in Serengeti Safari
✈️ Fly direct to Serengeti – Enjoy a scenic 1-hour flight from Arusha to Serengeti National Park, avoiding the long road transfer.
🛏️ 2 nights in a luxury safari lodge – Stay at the renowned Serengeti Serena Lodge or upgrade to Four Seasons Safari Lodge for an ultra-premium experience.
🦁 Twice-daily game drives – Witness the Great Migration (seasonal), Big Five sightings, and abundant plains game with expert lodge-based guides.
🧭 Seamless logistics – All transfers and flights are arranged for a smooth and relaxed safari experience.
🌄 Stunning sunrise & sunset safaris – Early morning and late afternoon drives when animals are most active.
🧑🏫 Experienced local Driver-Guides – Safari drives led by certified English-speaking experts.
Day 1: Start of Your Safari from Arusha
Your safari begins with a transfer from your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha Airport. Here, you’ll board a light aircraft for a scenic one-hour flight to Serengeti National Park. Please note that flight baggage is limited to 15 kilograms per person, including hand luggage. Upon landing, a professional driver-guide will meet you at the airstrip and transfer you to your luxury lodge or tented camp in a 4×4 safari vehicle. Depending on your flight arrival time, you’ll either enjoy a freshly prepared lunch at the lodge or head out for a game drive first.
In the afternoon, around 3:30 p.m., embark on your first game drive across the golden plains of Serengeti. The park’s endless savannah is home to iconic African wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, and seasonal sightings of the wildebeest migration. The game drive may be shared with other lodge guests, unless you’ve requested a private vehicle at an additional cost. Return to the lodge by 6:30 p.m. for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Full Day in Serengeti
Rise early and set out for a sunrise game drive around 6:15 a.m., one of the best times to observe predators in action and other animals at their most active. After a rewarding morning in the bush, return to the lodge for a leisurely breakfast. Spend the late morning relaxing or take part in optional lodge activities such as nature walks, a swim in the pool, or a cultural visit to a nearby Maasai village (available at an extra cost).
After lunch, head back into the wilderness for an afternoon game drive, exploring new sections of the park and tracking more of its extraordinary inhabitants. As the sun begins to set, return to the lodge for another delightful dinner, possibly accompanied by traditional entertainment or a campfire experience, depending on the property’s offerings.
Day 3: Final Game Drive and Return to Arusha
Enjoy one final early morning game drive before breakfast to savor your last moments in the wild. After breakfast, check out and transfer back to the nearby airstrip for your return flight to Arusha. Upon arrival, a representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel or the international terminal for your onward journey.
What’s Included:
Accommodation on a full-board basis at a luxury Serengeti lodge (e.g., Serengeti Serena Lodge or Four Seasons Safari Lodge)
Return flights between Arusha and Serengeti, including domestic flight taxes
All safari game drives in 4×4 vehicles provided by the lodge
Services of experienced, English-speaking safari driver-guides
All airstrip transfers within Serengeti
24-hour backup and support during the safari
What’s Not Included:
International airfare and visa fees
Airport transfers in Arusha (available at an extra cost)
Serengeti National Park entry and concession fees (USD 300 per person for 2 nights, payable in cash on check-in)
Personal expenses such as tips, drinks, laundry, and phone calls
Credit card surcharge (5-7%) or bank transfer fee (USD 50)
This itinerary offers a perfect balance of convenience, luxury, and immersive safari experiences, making it one of the best short fly-in options for witnessing the majesty of Serengeti in just three unforgettable days.