5-Day Best of Mara River Wildebeest Crossing Fly-in Trip

• You’ll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

After pick-up from your Zanzibar hotel, you’ll transfer to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport for your flight straight into the wild heart of Serengeti National Park.

After landing in Central Serengeti, the adventure kicks off immediately with a thrilling game drive across predator-rich plains. Pause only for a freshly prepared hot bush lunch in the middle of the wilderness – no fences, no crowds, just raw Africa.

As the sun lowers, continue tracking wildlife before heading to Mbuni Tented Camp, where comfort meets the untamed savannah for a powerful end to an epic day.

Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Experience an extraordinary game drive in the northern sector of Serengeti National Park, one of the most remote and wildlife-rich areas of the ecosystem. This region is famed for the dramatic great wildebeest migration, where thousands of wildebeests and zebras gather near the Mara River, attracting powerful predators such as lions, cheetahs, and crocodiles.

Explore vast open plains, rolling hills, and riverine forests while tracking resident wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, leopards, and abundant birdlife. With fewer vehicles and untouched landscapes, the Northern Serengeti offers an authentic, exclusive safari experience filled with breathtaking scenery and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Main Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Mbuni Serengeti Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Begin your day with an exhilarating early morning game drive in the Northern Serengeti National Park, one of the most wildlife-rich and remote areas of the park. This region offers a front-row seat to the breathtaking great wildebeest migration, where thousands of wildebeests and zebras gather near the Mara River, creating dramatic river crossings that attract lions, crocodiles, and other predators.

The Northern Serengeti is quieter and less visited, allowing for a more intimate and immersive wildlife experience, perfect for photography and nature observation.

After a morning filled with thrilling sightings and adventure, begin your journey south toward Central Serengeti. Along the way, enjoy additional game viewing across vast open landscapes teeming with wildlife. Arrive at your well-located lodge or camp in Central Serengeti in the late afternoon, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and reflect on a day full of unforgettable encounters with Africa’s wild beauty.

Main Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Mbuni Serengeti Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Spend a full day exploring the heart of Serengeti National Park, the Central Serengeti, renowned for its abundant wildlife and iconic savannah landscapes.

Traverse vast open plains, dotted with acacia trees and termite mounds, as you track lions, leopards, elephants, and large herds of wildebeests and zebras. Central Serengeti is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, with numerous species adding color and sound to the wilderness.

Your day includes flexible game drives, allowing you to linger at sightings and capture incredible photographs. Pause for a scenic picnic lunch amidst the plains, soaking in the raw beauty of the ecosystem.

As the afternoon winds down, return to your lodge or camp for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay, surrounded by the serenity and grandeur of the Serengeti.

Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Mbuni Serengeti Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive in one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife arenas.

The crater floor, a natural amphitheater surrounded by towering walls, hosts an incredible concentration of animals, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and the rare black rhino. Wander across lush grasslands, swamps, and soda lakes while spotting hippos, flamingos, and a variety of birdlife.

With your expert guide, enjoy intimate wildlife encounters and learn about the unique ecosystem and geology of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pause for a scenic picnic lunch in the heart of the crater before continuing your exploration.

As the day ends, ascend the crater rim, taking in panoramic views of the surrounding highlands, and head to Arusha or JRO, reflecting on a truly unforgettable safari experience.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You’ll be dropped off at the airport.