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3-Day Serengeti Fly-In Express Safari

3-Day Serengeti Fly-In Express Safari

Tour Overview

A short, high-impact Serengeti itinerary that replaces the long road transfer with scheduled flights. The design gives the guest meaningful wildlife time from the first afternoon, a complete central Serengeti day, and a practical fly-out on Day 3. It is a strong add-on before or after Zanzibar and works especially well for travellers who value time more than covering many parks.

Route: Serengeti -> Serengeti / Arusha

Travel Style: Fly-in private safari

Best For: Travellers with limited time who want maximum Serengeti time

Website Publishing Notes

Publish this package as a tailor-made fly-in private safari with the price shown as a planning 'From' benchmark. Named accommodation is a recommended working example and is only guaranteed after written confirmation. Driving times, air schedules, border procedures and wildlife sightings remain subject to real operating conditions. Typical inclusions: safari vehicle and professional guide on road-safari sectors, accommodation and meals as stated, park/conservation fees included in the final quote, airport/airstrip transfers and domestic flights explicitly listed, plus drinking water during applicable safari sectors. Typical exclusions: international flights, visa/entry costs, insurance, tips, optional balloon/walking/marine activities, premium drinks and personal purchases.

✦Route: Serengeti -> Serengeti / Arusha
✦Fly-in private safari
✦Travellers with limited time who want maximum Serengeti time

Safari Packing List

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Practical travel preparation

Pack simply, travel comfortably

Your final packing guidance depends on season, route and accommodation. Begin with these essentials and we will share a tailored checklist before departure.

  • Neutral, light layers for game drives
  • A warm layer for early mornings
  • Sun protection and reusable water bottle
  • Binoculars, camera and spare batteries
  • Personal medication and travel documents
  • Comfortable closed walking shoes

Safari Tour Pricing

Private safari · USD

Prices are planning guides per person and vary with season, availability, accommodation and group size. We confirm the exact quote in writing before you book.

Indicative private group pricing

Tailored to your dates
1 person $ 1,850
2 people $ 1,590
3 people $ 1,445
4 people $ 1,330
5 people $ 1,275
6 people $ 1,220

Price per person. International flights, visa costs and personal purchases are not included unless expressly listed in your confirmed quotation.

Itinerary

3 planned days

Day 1

Fly from Arusha to Central Serengeti

Fly from Arusha to Central Serengeti

Destination: Serengeti Transfer to the airport for a scheduled light-aircraft flight into the Serengeti. On landing, meet the safari guide and begin wildlife viewing directly from the airstrip, turning the transfer to camp into the first game drive. Flying removes a long road sector and is especially useful for short itineraries. Exact departure times, baggage limits and airstrip routing remain subject to the operating airline.

Night accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge or Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

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Day 2

Full Day in Central Serengeti

Full Day in Central Serengeti

Destination: Serengeti Spend a complete day exploring the central Serengeti, using early morning and late afternoon conditions for strong wildlife opportunities. The guide follows current animal movement rather than a rigid circuit, with time around kopjes, river valleys and open plains. Lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes and large plains-game herds are possible, but no specific sighting is guaranteed. Lunch can be taken in the field or at camp according to the day plan.

Night accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge or Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Tonight's accommodation Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge View accommodation details
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Day 3

Fly from Serengeti to Arusha

Fly from Serengeti to Arusha

Destination: Serengeti / Arusha Enjoy a final short wildlife drive if the flight schedule allows, then transfer to the Serengeti airstrip for the scheduled flight to Arusha. This fly-out protects the final day from a long overland return and makes the package easier to connect with an international departure, Zanzibar flight or additional Tanzania arrangements. Final reporting time and baggage allowance are confirmed in the travel documents.

Night accommodation: No overnight unless an Arusha extension is booked

Inclusions

What's included in this safari

The final inclusions are confirmed in your written quotation.

  • Services confirmed in your tailor-made quotation
  • Guiding, transport and stays only where expressly listed
What's not included

Anything not expressly listed in the final quotation remains your responsibility.

  • International flights and travel insurance
  • Visa costs, gratuities and personal purchases
Expert support before departure

Our team will confirm the daily flow, recommended packing, meeting arrangements and any practical details relevant to your specific travel dates.

Visa & Travel Documents

Plan your entry requirements

Visa requirements and entry conditions can change and depend on your citizenship and travel route. Select your citizenship to note it in your enquiry; we will help point you to the appropriate official guidance.

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