Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Serengeti Big Five Safari with Balloon Ride and Migration

4 Days Round trip from Tanzania Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover the Big Five and wildebeest migration during thrilling Serengeti game drives
  • 02 Experience a sunrise hot air balloon safari above the Serengeti plains
  • 03 Explore Maasai culture through an authentic visit to a traditional village
  • 04 Enjoy guided walking safaris and scenic wildlife viewing across spectacular landscapes

Experience an unforgettable 4-day safari through Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Witness the Great Migration, track the Big Five, and enjoy thrilling game drives across vast savannah landscapes. Visit a traditional Maasai village, soar above the plains on a hot air balloon safari, and explore the wilderness on a guided walking safari. Discover incredible birdlife, breathtaking scenery, and remarkable wildlife encounters in one of Africa's most iconic safari destinations with expert-guided adventures throughout your journey.

Begin the day with an early morning hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains at sunrise.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Serengeti via Ngorongoro and a Maasai Village

  • Depart from Arusha after an early breakfast and enjoy a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to Serengeti National Park.
  • Visit a traditional Maasai village and learn about their culture, traditions, values, and artisanal crafts.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic location during the journey.
  • Continue into the Serengeti for a late afternoon game drive across the vast plains.
  • Arrive at the campsite for dinner and your overnight stay.
2
Day 02

Sunrise Balloon Safari and Walking Safari in Northern Serengeti

  • Begin the day with an early morning hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains at sunrise.
  • Enjoy a bush breakfast after landing and relax before the afternoon activities.
  • Have a picnic lunch before departing for a guided walking safari in the Northern Serengeti.
  • Explore one of the best regions for witnessing the Great Migration and tracking the Big Five.
  • Return to camp at sunset for dinner and your overnight stay.
3
Day 03

Full-Day Game Drive in Central Serengeti's Seronera Region

  • Start the day with an early breakfast before heading to the Central Serengeti for a full-day game drive.
  • Explore the Seronera region, known for its abundant wildlife throughout the year.
  • Track wildebeest herds as they move across the savannah plains.
  • Stop at a scenic picnic site for lunch during the safari.
  • Continue the afternoon wildlife search before returning to camp for dinner and your overnight stay.
4
Day 04

Southern Serengeti Exploration and Return to Arusha

  • Enjoy an early breakfast before your final exploration of the Southern Serengeti plains.
  • Discover the region known for its vast landscapes and seasonal calving grounds during a morning game drive.
  • Have a picnic lunch at a designated site before departing the Serengeti.
  • Travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area on a game drive en route.
  • Admire the spectacular scenery as the landscape changes from open plains to volcanic highlands.
hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains, Maasai village encounters, Ngorongoro Conservation Area highlands

Where this trip takes you

hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains, Maasai village encounters, Ngorongoro Conservation Area highlands

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tanzania 3 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Jeep and guide
  • Accommodation and full-board meals
  • Walking safari
  • Hot air balloon
  • Ranger fees
  • Entrance fees
  • Concession fees

What's Not Included

  • International flight
  • Accommodation before and after the safari
  • Visa and passport
  • Clothes and insurance
  • Tips

What to bring

  • Personal items and clothes

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha Region, Tanzania
Tour start
Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Tanzania.

Watch the tourHQ film Watch the film

Create your own adventure

Can't find the perfect tour? Tailor your dream trip.

  • Tell us your destination, dates and group size.
  • Our travel experts and local guides design a tailored itinerary, just for you.
  • Enjoy your trip with peace of mind, knowing everything is taken care of.
Plan my holiday

Say goodbye to travel stress.

Starting from

USD 3,751.50 /person
Book This Tour

Estimated room rates

Single Room $3,751.50 — $4,963.70
Double Sharing $3,751.50 — $4,155.60

When

Travellers

Total