3-Day Zanzibar to Serengeti Fly-In Safari with Great Migration

3 Days Round trip from Zanzibar Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Fly directly from Zanzibar to the Northern Serengeti migration zone
02 Experience the Great Migration in the Mara River region
03 Search for the spectacular Mara River crossings
04 Enjoy excellent opportunities for predator sightings
05 See huge herds of wildebeest and zebra on the Serengeti plains
06 Stay close to the migration area with a private professional guide

Experience one of Tanzania's most spectacular wildlife events on this exclusive 3-day fly-in and fly-out safari from Zanzibar to the Northern Serengeti. Designed around the Great Migration, this short adventure takes you directly into the Mara River region, where massive herds of wildebeest and zebra gather and cross between Tanzania and Kenya. Track the herds through the migration zone, explore the surrounding plains, and search for lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, and other wildlife before flying back to Zanzibar for a seamless safari without the long overland journey.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Zanzibar, Serengeti National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Fly from Zanzibar to the Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, we will arrange your transfer from your Zanzibar accommodation to the airport for your flight to the Northern Serengeti. Upon arrival, meet your professional safari guide and begin your adventure with a game drive through the migration zone.

Depending on the location of the herds, we will follow the wildebeest and zebra toward the Mara River area. Enjoy opportunities to see lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, and other wildlife before heading to Safari Haven Migration Camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 02

Full-Day Great Migration Safari in the Northern Serengeti

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before setting out for a full-day game drive in the Northern Serengeti. This is your main migration experience, following the movement of the herds and spending time around the Mara River area.

If the herds are gathering at a crossing point, your guide will position you at a suitable viewing area. The river crossings are completely natural and unpredictable, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness and continue exploring the surrounding plains before heading to Central Serengeti Golden Safari Camps for dinner and overnight.

Day 03

Morning Game Drive in Central Serengeti and Flight to Zanzibar

Wake up early in the heart of the Central Serengeti and enjoy breakfast before setting out on a final morning game drive. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the Serengeti during the cooler morning hours, when wildlife is often most active. As you explore the endless plains and surrounding kopjes, keep watch for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, and other wildlife. Your professional guide will choose the best routes based on recent wildlife sightings and the location of the herds.

After the game drive, return toward Seronera, the main hub of Central Serengeti, while continuing to enjoy wildlife along the way. You will then be transferred to Seronera Airstrip in time for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar.

Upon arrival in Zanzibar, meet your transfer representative and continue to your hotel or onward arrangements. With unforgettable memories of the Serengeti and the Great Migration, your safari adventure comes to an end.

The fine print