- Duration
- 8 days / 7 nights
- Starts and ends
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- Visiting
- Tarangire · Ngorongoro · Serengeti
- Best for
- Solo, Multi-Generational, Couples
Overview
This 8 day Flying Safari will see you embark on a journey from the lush farmlands of northern Tanzania to the sweeping golden plains of the north. Along the way, experience the very best of northern Tanzania safari, exploring some of the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti National Park. Discover Tarangire National Park, named after the Tarangire River, where elephants gather in one of the highest densities in Africa. Towering baobab trees with their massive trunks and striking silhouettes create a breathtaking backdrop for game drives.
Step into history at the Ngorongoro Crater, a vast caldera that supported human life for over 3 million years. Today, it shelters more than 25,000 large mammals, including endangered species such as black rhinos. Continue to the legendary Serengeti, renowned for its incredible biodiversity, abundant African wildlife, and the world-famous Great Migration.
A Tanzania safari through Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and the Serengeti promises unforgettable encounters with Africa’s landscapes, culture, and wildlife.
NOTE: While similar to the Tanzania Skysafari – 8 nights, this trip departs directly from Kilimanjaro International Airport (early arrival) and back (late departure). It does not visit Arusha, instead adding a 3rd night in Serengeti National Park. All flights are with scheduled carriers and not in the dedicated executive aircraft. Luggage allowance is 15 kg per passenger instead of the more generous SkySafari allowance of 23 kg. Some extras are also excluded, included spa treatments, visit to a Masai village among others.
Experiences
- Coffee Tours
- Cultural Visit
- Day Game Drives
- Guided Bush Walks
- Horse Riding
- Night Game Drives
- Balloon Trips
- Helicopter Scenic Flights
- Spa Treatments
Route at a glance
- 2 nightsTarangire
- 2 nightsNgorongoro
- 3 nightsSerengeti
Starts and ends: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
Day by day
Day 1Fly from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Tarangire National Park
Perched on the edge of Tarangire National Park, Tarangire Treetops offers a one-of-a-kind safari experience inside the exclusive Randilen Private Conservancy. This prime location gives guests access to night game drives, guided bush walks, and unforgettable sundowners in the wild.
At the heart of the lodge, a magnificent thousand-year-old baobab tree houses the main lounge and dining area. Surrounding it, 20 elevated treehouse suites rise among ancient marula and baobab trees, immersing guests in the sights and sounds of the forest canopy.
Each 65-square-metre open-fronted room blends traditional local materials with modern comfort, offering sweeping views over Tarangire National Park and the vast Randilen landscape. Staying here means connecting deeply with nature, guided by expert Maasai rangers who share their knowledge of wildlife, ecology, and culture.
Stay: Elewana Tarangire Treetops (2 nights)
Day 3Fly to Manyara Airstrip and Karatu by Ngorongoro Crater
Tucked away on the Shangri-La Estate, a 1,500-acre working Arabica coffee plantation near the Ngorongoro Crater, Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro blends old-world charm with modern luxury. Once a farmhouse, the main building showcases Cape Dutch architecture, surrounded by 20 private guest cottages nestled in lush gardens. Inside, rich dark-wood floors, vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, antique furnishings, Persian rugs, and claw-foot tubs filled with rose petals create an indulgent retreat.
Guests can immerse themselves in the estate’s beauty with guided coffee tours, leisurely walks or horseback rides through the plantation. For relaxation, unwind by the swimming pool or cozy up with a book by the fireplace, all while enjoying the serenity of the Ngorongoro highlands.
Stay: Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro (2 nights)
Day 5Fly to Northern Serengeti (June to December)
Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp sits in a remote corner of the northern Serengeti, nestled among rugged rocky outcrops and overlooking the wildlife-rich Grumeti River. Designed with natural wood and canvas, the camp blends classic safari style with modern comfort. Guests can relax in a split-level lounge, cool off in the swimming pool, or take in panoramic views from elevated viewing decks that showcase the Serengeti’s dramatic landscapes.
The camp lies directly on the path of the Great Wildebeest Migration. Between July and August, thousands of wildebeest thunder north toward the Masai Mara, and later in the year they return across the plains. Yet the magic of the Serengeti extends well beyond the migration. Year-round, the park teems with predators, elephants, giraffes, and countless plains game, making it one of the world’s richest and most spectacular ecosystems.
Stay: Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp (3 nights)
Day 5Fly to Central Serengeti (January to May)
Perched on the slopes of the Olgarabosho Hills, Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp offers sweeping views over the Moru Kopjes, Lake Magadi, and the endless Serengeti plains. The camp’s original lounge, built by renowned conservationist and wildlife filmmaker Alan Root, adds a touch of history to this iconic safari retreat. Its secluded location in the southern Serengeti places guests in prime position to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration and embark on unforgettable game drives.
Days at Pioneer Camp begin with an early champagne picnic breakfast, continue with thrilling wildlife encounters and a private picnic lunch on a rocky outcrop, and end with sundowners overlooking the vast plains.
The tented suites combine safari authenticity with modern comfort. Each features throw rugs, soft furnishings crafted from sustainable local materials, and vintage touches such as leather trunks and lanterns. En suite bathrooms include a flushing toilet, vanity basin, and period-style hot shower, evoking the romance of early 20th-century safaris while ensuring contemporary convenience.
Stay: Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp (3 nights)
Day 8Fly back to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure
After breakfast, scenic flight from Serengeti, to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.
End of your safari adventure.
Where you'll stay
Tarangire Treetops Price range: $ 1,191 through $ 1,411 (Per adult sharing per night, excluding fees)View lodge
The Manor at Ngorongoro Price range: $ 1,209 through $ 1,449 (Per adult sharing per night, excluding fees)View lodge
Serengeti Migration Camp Price range: $ 1,108 through $ 1,457 (Per adult sharing per night, excluding fees)View lodge
Serengeti Pioneer Camp Price range: $ 1,150 through $ 1,351 (Per adult sharing per night, excluding fees)View lodgeLodge prices are per night and exclude park fees. Your quote covers the whole trip, including flights and transfers within Africa.
Price & inclusions
Every safari is priced for your dates, group and choice of camps. Tell us when you would like to travel and we will send a detailed quote within one working day.
Request a quoteGood to know
- This safari includes Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp from June to October and Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp from January to May & November to January 2026
- Single travellers may be charged an excess if there are no other passengers booked on their internal flights
- There is a baggage restriction of 15 kgs on all internal flights, in soft bags.
- Full board accommodation Soft drinks, beer, house wines & selected spirits Safari activities including shared scheduled day game drives and sundowners Guided bush walks at Elewana Tarangire Treetops, Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp and Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp Horse riding on the estate and coffee tour at Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro Sunrise breakfast on the rocks at Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp Full day Ngorongoro crater tour with picnic lunch Park/concession/camping fees and Tourism Development Levy Scheduled flights and domestic flight departure tax Airport and airstrip transfers AMREF Flying Doctors Membership Laundry and all statutory taxes
- Travel and cancellation insurance Exclusive use of vehicle Champagne, luxury spirits and select wines Additional activities not mentioned in inclusions All statutory increases beyond our control International flights and visa fees Gratuities and items of a personal nature Any other extras
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