Itinerary

1. Day 1: Zanzibar to Central Serengeti – Arrival and Afternoon Game Drive

   • Begin your journey with a transfer from your hotel in Zanzibar to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ).

   • Board a domestic flight to one of the airstrips in the Central Serengeti, such as Seronera Airstrip (SEU), a journey that takes approximately 2 to 3 hours.

   • Meet your professional safari guide upon arrival and transfer to your lodge or camp in the Central Serengeti.

   • Settle in, enjoy a freshly prepared lunch, and relax briefly at your accommodation.

   • Embark on an afternoon game drive to explore the Central Serengeti, a region rich in resident wildlife and a prime location for viewing the great migration.

   • Spot herds of wildebeest and zebras, and search for predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs.

   • Return to your lodge or camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

2. Day 2: Central and Western Serengeti – Morning and Afternoon Game Drives

   • Wake early and begin a morning game drive to witness the Serengeti's wildlife at its most active.

   • Track the movement of the migrating herds with the help of your experienced guide.

   • Venture towards the Western Corridor, depending on the location of the migration, to possibly see crossings of the Grumeti River.

   • Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic bush setting to maximize your time in the field.

   • Continue with an afternoon game drive, seeking out the Big Five and other iconic species like giraffes, hyenas, and antelope.

   • Return to your accommodation for dinner and a peaceful night in the wilderness.

3. Day 3: Central and Western Serengeti – Migration Tracking and Game Drives

   • Depart on another early morning game drive, targeting key wildlife hotspots based on recent animal movement.

   • Traverse different habitats to broaden your experience and increase chances of wildlife encounters.

   • Observe large herbivores and their predators in action as the circle of life plays out across the plains.

   • Take lunch in the bush and continue your exploration into the afternoon.

   • Consider the option of a night game drive, if permitted and available at your lodge, for a chance to see nocturnal species.

   • Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight rest.

4. Day 4: Serengeti – Further Exploration or Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari

   • Choose between a traditional morning game drive or an optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains (at an extra cost).

   • Experience breathtaking aerial views of the sunrise and wildlife from the balloon, followed by a champagne breakfast if you choose this activity.

   • Explore new areas of the Serengeti with your guide to increase wildlife viewing diversity.

   • Follow the path of the great migration or seek out particular species based on your interests.

   • Return to your lodge or camp for dinner and spend the evening enjoying stories by the campfire, depending on the accommodation.

   • Prepare for your final night in the Serengeti.

5. Day 5: Serengeti to Zanzibar – Morning Game Drive and Departure

   • Depart early for a final game drive to capture memorable sightings and bid farewell to the Serengeti.

   • Return to your accommodation for breakfast and to collect your belongings.

   • Transfer to the local airstrip for your return flight to Zanzibar.

   • Arrive in Zanzibar and transfer to your hotel, concluding your unforgettable 5-day safari adventure.