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2 Day Fly-In Serengeti & Hot air Balloon experience

Serengeti National park

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$1940.00

Duration

2 days

Tour Type

Explore Tours

Embark on an exhilarating 2-day fly-in Serengeti safari from Arusha, featuring scenic flights, thrilling game drives, and a magical hot air balloon safari over the endless plains. Fly from Arusha to Seronera in central Serengeti, renowned for its year-round wildlife viewing and Big Five sightings. Enjoy personalized game drives in search of lions, elephants, leopards, and more, and spend the night at the luxurious Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge. Wake up to a breathtaking sunrise balloon flight followed by a champagne bush breakfast. This unforgettable adventure begins and ends at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your convenience.

Why Choose a 2-Day Serengeti Safari?

This fly-in Serengeti safari saves time with a 1-hour flight from Arusha to Seronera, maximizing wildlife viewing in Central Serengeti. During the calving season, see thousands of wildebeest calves born daily, chased by predators like lions and cheetahs. The hot air balloon safari offers a bird’s-eye view of the migration, paired with a champagne breakfast.

Key Highlights:

  • Witness wildebeest calving and predator action in Central Serengeti.
  • Spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo) and 500+ bird species.
  • Fly from Arusha to Seronera, avoiding long drives.
  • Stay at the luxury Ang`ata Serengeti Tented Camp.
  • Enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon safari (~USD 550/person).

Sample 2-Day Serengeti & balloon Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at JRO, Fly to Seronera, Game Drive, Overnight at Kubu Kubu

  • Morning: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Transfer (45 minutes, ~50km) to Arusha Airport for a 1-hour flight to Seronera Airstrip in Serengeti National Park. Enjoy aerial views of the Serengeti plains.
  • Afternoon: Meet your expert guide and begin a game drive in the Seronera River Circuit, a hotspot for lions, leopards, elephants, and wildebeest herds during the calving season. Savor a picnic lunch in the bush.
  • Evening: Check into Ang`ata Serengeti Camp, a luxury camp with spacious tents, private verandas, and gourmet dining. Enjoy a sundowner and dinner under the stars.
  • Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge, Central Serengeti.

Day 2: Hot Air Balloon Safari, Central Serengeti Game Drive, Fly Back to JRO

  • Early Morning: Embark on a hot air balloon safari (~USD 550/person) at sunrise. Float over the Serengeti’s plains, spotting wildebeest herds, zebras, and predators. End with a champagne bush breakfast.
  • Mid-Morning to Afternoon: Continue with a game drive in Central Serengeti, tracking the Great Migration(depends with the season) and Big Five. Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the savannah. Visit key areas like the Seronera Valley for cheetahs and leopards.
  • Late Afternoon: Fly back from Seronera Airstrip to Arusha Airport (1 hour), then transfer to JRO (45 minutes) for your departure flight.
  • End: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).

What’s Included

  • All park fees and permits for Serengeti.
  • All local Flights (roundtrip).
  • Comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for optimal game viewing.
  • Professional driver-guide and full-board meals (as specified).
  • Accommodation (luxury lodges, based on your preference).
  • Drinking water during game drives and transfers.

What to Pack

  • Lightweight, neutral-coloured clothing for layering (5,000-9,000 ft altitude).
  • Binoculars, camera, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
  • Comfortable walking shoes and a hat for sun protection.

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Included/Exclude

Park fees(For non-residents) All local flights (roundtrip) All activities(Unless labeled as optional) All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade) A professional driver/guide All transportation(Unless labeled as optional) All Taxes/VAT Roundtrip airport transfer Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section) Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
International flights(From/to home) Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day) Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.) Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)

Tour Amenities

Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Wireless Internet

Tour Plan

  • Morning pickup from your Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transfer to Arusha Airport.
  • Board a scenic flight to Seronera Airstrip in the heart of Serengeti National Park (approx. 1 hour).
  • Upon arrival, meet your guide and begin a thrilling game drive en route to your camp.
  • Enjoy lunch at Ang’ata Serengeti Camp, a semi-luxury tented camp located near wildlife-rich areas.
  • Afternoon game drive in Seronera Valley, known for year-round wildlife including lions, elephants, giraffes, and possibly leopards.
  • Return to camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ang’ata Serengeti Camp

  • Early morning transfer to the launch site for your sunrise hot air balloon safari, drift silently over the savannah as the sun rises, spotting wildlife from above.
  • Land to a traditional champagne bush breakfast in the wild.
  • After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in central Serengeti (spotting the big five upclose) and route back to Seronera Airstrip.
  • Catch your return flight to Arusha. On arrival, transfer to your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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