Experience the Serengeti with a safari that begins with a scenic flight into the wilderness. A fly in Serengeti safari reduces long road transfers and brings you closer to the landscapes and wildlife you have travelled to Tanzania to see.
With Kilipath African Safaris, your journey can combine domestic flights, guided game drives, comfortable accommodation and carefully arranged transfers. Whether you are travelling from Zanzibar or Arusha, we tailor the itinerary to your dates, interests and preferred level of comfort.
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Your Fly-In Safari at a Glance
| Package detail | Suggested arrangement |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3–5 days, with longer stays available |
| Departure point | Zanzibar or Arusha, subject to flight availability |
| Destination | Serengeti National Park |
| Safari style | Private guided safari |
| Accommodation | Tented camps or lodges |
| Transport in the park | Safari vehicle with a pop-up roof |
| Ideal for | Couples, honeymooners, families and photographers |
| Price | Personalised quotation based on dates and arrangements |
Why Choose a Fly In Serengeti Safari?
Reduce Long Road Transfers
Flying into the Serengeti is a practical option when you want to spend more of your holiday exploring the park. It is especially useful for travellers combining a short safari with a beach stay in Zanzibar.
Your guide meets you at the selected airstrip, and your wildlife experience begins according to the arrival time and confirmed itinerary.
Stay Close to Your Preferred Wildlife Area
The Serengeti has several airstrips serving different regions. Choosing an airstrip near your accommodation helps reduce driving between your flight arrival point and camp.
Seronera serves the central region, while northern airstrips such as Kogatende can support an itinerary focused on that part of the park. We confirm the appropriate airstrip and available flights before booking.
Combine Safari and Zanzibar
A fly-in itinerary makes it easier to combine wildlife viewing with time on the coast. We can help arrange your safari around your Zanzibar stay, including airport transfers when included in your quotation.
Enjoy a Personalised Safari
A private safari gives you greater flexibility to discuss your interests with your guide. You may prefer watching predators, photographing landscapes, identifying birds or spending longer at a promising wildlife sighting.
Game-drive plans still follow park rules, daylight conditions and the distances involved.
Suggested 3-Day Fly In Serengeti Safari
This sample itinerary focuses on one Serengeti region, giving you time to enjoy the surroundings without moving between several camps.
Day 1: Fly to the Serengeti and Begin Your Safari
Travel to the departure airport for your flight into the Serengeti. On arrival, meet your safari guide and begin your first game drive, depending on the flight schedule.
Explore the surrounding wildlife areas before continuing to your camp or lodge. Your guide will explain the plan for the following day and help you settle into the rhythm of safari life.
Accommodation: Selected Serengeti camp or lodge
Meals: According to your confirmed arrival arrangements
Day 2: Explore the Serengeti
Spend the day on guided game drives, with the route planned around wildlife activity and your interests.
You may take a picnic lunch to extend your time exploring or return to camp for a break, depending on the accommodation location and agreed itinerary. Wildlife sightings vary, and every game drive offers a different experience.
Return to camp for dinner and an evening surrounded by the sounds of the bush.
Accommodation: Selected Serengeti camp or lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3: Final Safari Experience and Departure Flight
Enjoy breakfast and, if the departure schedule allows, a final game drive before transferring to the airstrip.
Board your onward flight to the destination included in your booking. Any airport or hotel transfer after landing will be specified in your quotation.
Meals: According to your confirmed departure arrangements
Want more time in the park? Ask us to extend this itinerary to four or five days.
Choose Your Safari Package
| Package option | Main focus | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| 3-day fly-in safari | A short stay in one Serengeti region | Travellers with limited time |
| 4-day fly-in safari | More time for game drives and relaxed camp stays | Couples and first-time visitors |
| 5-day fly-in safari | A longer stay with room for a second area where practical | Wildlife enthusiasts and photographers |
| Serengeti and Ngorongoro combination | Serengeti game drives followed by an overland crater extension | Travellers seeking a broader itinerary |
Adding Ngorongoro requires additional road travel and careful departure planning. We will show these transfers clearly in your proposed itinerary.
Accommodation Options
Comfortable Tented Camps
A tented camp brings you close to the safari atmosphere while providing the comforts of a proper bed and, where selected, a private bathroom and shower.
Facilities differ between properties. Your quotation will identify the camp, room category and included services.
Safari Lodges
A lodge may suit travellers who prefer a more permanent building and additional facilities. Its location matters as much as its amenities: staying close to your planned game-drive area can make daily travel more manageable.
Luxury Camps and Lodges
For a honeymoon or special occasion, we can propose properties with enhanced comfort, attentive service and appealing settings.
All accommodation is subject to availability until confirmed.
What Does a Fly In Serengeti Safari Cost?
Your package price depends on the complete travel arrangement rather than safari duration alone.
The main factors include:
- Travel dates and accommodation season.
- Number of travellers sharing the safari vehicle and room.
- Departure airport and selected Serengeti airstrip.
- One-way or return flights.
- Camp or lodge category.
- Number of nights and regions visited.
- Optional experiences and additional transfers.
Send us your dates, number of travellers, departure location and preferred budget for an itemised quotation.
What Can Be Included?
Your personalised package can include:
- Domestic flights specified in the itinerary.
- Airstrip pickup and drop-off.
- A private safari vehicle and professional guide.
- Scheduled game drives.
- Accommodation and listed meals.
- Drinking water during game drives.
- Applicable park and accommodation-related fees.
- Airport or hotel transfers listed in the quotation.
The final quotation will confirm the exact inclusions.
What Is Usually Quoted Separately?
Unless specifically included, allow for:
- International flights.
- Travel insurance and visa costs.
- Tips.
- Personal purchases.
- Optional activities.
- Excess baggage.
- Drinks and services outside the accommodation meal plan.
Preparing for Your Safari Flight
Check the Airline’s Baggage Rules
Safari aircraft can have different baggage limits from larger domestic or international aircraft. Confirm the allowance for every flight included in your itinerary.
Soft-sided bags are strongly recommended by Coastal because they fit more easily into available aircraft baggage space. Additional luggage should be discussed before travel.
Pack for Game Drives
Bring comfortable clothing, a warm layer, a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and your camera equipment. Keep essential medication and travel documents accessible.
If you are travelling with large suitcases, ask us about storage arrangements before departure.
Allow Time for Connections
Flight schedules and operating arrangements should guide your itinerary. We recommend checking connection times before committing to an international departure immediately after your safari.
Book Your Fly In Serengeti Safari
Make the Serengeti part of your Tanzania holiday with a safari planned around your time and interests.
Kilipath African Safaris can help coordinate the flights, accommodation, transfers and guided wildlife experience into one clear itinerary.
Request a quotation and start planning your fly in Serengeti safari.
