Tanzania · Luxury Safari

3-Day Luxury Serengeti Safari from Arusha with Hot Air Balloon

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Fly to Central Serengeti via Seronera Airstrip for a scenic start to your safari
  • 02 Enjoy an early morning hot air balloon ride when wildlife is most active
  • 03 Spot the Big Five and big cats in the wildlife-rich Seronera River Valley
  • 04 Stay at Serengeti Sametu Camp during your luxury Serengeti escape

Sign up for this luxury Serengeti National Park tour, ideal for travellers with limited time who still want an unforgettable safari experience in Tanzania's northern tourism circuit. Fly into Central Serengeti for rewarding game drives, witness the Big Five, big cats, and different species of birds, and enjoy an early morning hot air balloon ride over the endless plains. With luxury accommodation and well-planned safari logistics throughout, this journey offers a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife adventure.

Around 05:00 am, you will be collected from your lodge for the morning hot air balloon safari, as animals tend to be most active during the early hours.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Fly to Central Serengeti and Game Drive in Seronera

  • Enjoy a hearty breakfast before departing to Arusha Airstrip for your flight to Central Serengeti at Seronera Airstrip, then proceed on a game drive in Central Serengeti, well known for cheetahs and other big cats.
  • You will have opportunities to come across herds of mammals and other fabulous wildlife. Central Serengeti and the Seronera River Valley are the "heart" of the game-viewing area throughout the year. This area is a permanent "home" for a number of wildlife species, including the "Big Five".
  • In the evening, you will drive to your camp for dinner and an overnight stay at Serengeti Sametu Camp.

Included: 3 meals

2
Day 02

Hot Air Balloon Safari and Full-Day Game Drive

  • Around 05:00 am, you will be collected from your lodge for the morning hot air balloon safari, as animals tend to be most active during the early hours.
  • Later, you will return to your lodge for breakfast, and then enjoy a full-day game drive dedicated to spotting wildlife at various points in the Serengeti. Mornings and evenings are always the best times to spot animals.
  • You will descend into the home of the wildlife in the Serengeti's endless plains. Safari animals occur here in great numbers, from the "Big Five" to the "small five according to the big five". Aside from big cats, many other predators can also be spotted, including spotted hyenas in the morning, jackals, and more.
  • In the evening, you will have dinner and an overnight stay at Serengeti Sametu Camp.

Included: 3 meals

3
Day 03

Final Serengeti Game Drive and Flight to Arusha

  • Enjoy your final game drive in the Serengeti, accompanied by plenty of photo opportunities. The Serengeti is rich in big cats, buffalos, zebras, hippos, and many species of birds as you drive to Seronera Airstrip for your flight to Arusha.
Central Serengeti, Seronera River Valley, Serengeti Sametu Camp

Where this trip takes you

Central Serengeti, Seronera River Valley, Serengeti Sametu Camp

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport pick up and drop off
  • Flight from Arusha to Seronera Airstrip and Seronera to Arusha
  • Accommodations and meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Private 4x4 wheel drive vehicle with a roof hatch and sliding windows for a 360-degree view of the wildlife surrounding you. Our vehicles are equipped with the following:
    • First aid kit - Every safari vehicle comes standard with a fully stocked first aid kit. Our guides are all trained in providing basic first aid.
    • Spare tires - for any unforeseen issues that may arise on the bumpy African outback
    • Charging station - Each car includes a charging station so you can charge your phone and camera battery while on the road.
    • Binocular - 1 pair of binoculars per vehicle
    • Mini fridge - to cool off mineral waters and any other drinks
    • Unlimited mineral water and hot drinks - Every safari departs with a box including coffee and tea that can be enjoyed at any point during your safari.
  • Professional English-speaking driver guide
  • All park entrance fees, crater fees and taxes (VAT inclusive)
  • Flying doctors for rescue insurance for the time of the tour with us
  • Hot air balloon

What's Not Included

  • International airfares and related costs, such as personal travel insurance, visas, and vaccinations
  • Any increase in government taxes that occur prior to the start of your trip
  • Cost of any itinerary modifications while the safari is in progress
  • Any expenses of a personal nature, such as extra beverages, laundry, etc.
  • Gratuity for your guide (recommend $15+ per person per day)

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $2,390.00 — $3,482.00
Double Sharing $2,390.00 — $3,482.00

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