4 Days – The Serengeti Safari
Arusha – Ngorongoro – Serengeti – Arusha Flight | Annest Kenya Safaris
From the Crater to the Endless Plains – Tanzania’s Best Short Safari
Experience the untamed beauty of Tanzania’s northern safari circuit on this unforgettable 4 Days Serengeti Safari. Starting in Arusha, your journey takes you through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, the vast plains of the Serengeti National Park, and ends with a scenic flight back — saving travel time while keeping the adventure alive.
At Annest Kenya Safaris, we combine local expertise, luxury lodges, and seamless travel to craft the ultimate Tanzania fly and drive safari — perfect for travelers connecting from Kenya, exploring East Africa, or simply looking for a luxurious, compact safari experience.
4 Days – The Serengeti Safari Safari Overview
Tour Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Destinations: Arusha – Ngorongoro – Serengeti – Arusha
Safari Style: Fly & Drive
Ideal For: Wildlife lovers, couples, families & photographers
Transport: 4×4 Land Cruiser + Return Flight to Arusha
Accommodation: Midrange to Luxury lodges & tented camps
Starting / Ending Point: Arusha, Tanzania
Safari Itinerary – 4 Days – The Serengeti Safari
Day 1: Arusha – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Your Annest Kenya Safaris guide will pick you up from your Arusha hotel early in the morning. The scenic drive takes you across the Great Rift Valley highlands, past rolling coffee plantations and Maasai villages, toward the world-renowned Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
After descending 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, prepare for an awe-inspiring wildlife encounter. Home to over 25,000 animals, the crater is one of the best places to spot the Big Five — lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and black rhino — all within a few square kilometers.
Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a hippo pool, surrounded by the sounds of nature, before ascending to your lodge perched on the crater rim, offering sweeping views of the caldera below.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / The Manor Ngorongoro
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, journey westward toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s oldest and most iconic wildlife sanctuaries. Along the way, you’ll pass through the Olduvai Gorge, an archaeological site that holds the secrets of early human evolution.
As you enter the Serengeti, the landscape opens up into golden plains dotted with acacia trees — the backdrop of countless wildlife documentaries. Herds of wildebeests and zebras move rhythmically across the land, while predators lurk nearby.
In the afternoon, enjoy a thrilling game drive en route to your luxury camp, where the sound of lions roaring in the distance becomes your evening soundtrack.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Lodge / Ole Serai Luxury Camp / Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Full-Day in the Serengeti – The Great Migration Experience
Today, immerse yourself in a full day of game drives through the Serengeti National Park, known as “The Land of Endless Plains.”
Your morning begins with the golden sunrise lighting up the horizon — the perfect moment for spotting lions and cheetahs beginning their hunt. Explore the Seronera Valley, famous for big cats and resident wildlife year-round.
During the migration months (June–October and January–March), the park transforms into a theater of life as over 1.5 million wildebeests and zebras traverse the plains in search of greener pastures.
Optional activities include a Serengeti hot air balloon safari (additional cost) — a once-in-a-lifetime chance to float above the herds at sunrise, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush.
After a day packed with unforgettable sightings, return to your lodge for a sundowner and dinner under a canopy of stars.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Lodge / Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Serengeti – Arusha (Flight)
Wake up early for one final morning game drive through the Serengeti, capturing your last glimpses of elephants, giraffes, and perhaps a leopard lazing in a tree.
After breakfast, transfer to the Seronera Airstrip for your scenic flight back to Arusha, soaring over the Serengeti’s vast plains — a breathtaking farewell to Tanzania’s wild beauty.
Upon arrival in Arusha, your driver will transfer you to your hotel or to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight home or to Zanzibar for a beach extension.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
3 Days in Masai Mara -What's Included
Courtesy Pick up / Drop off Arusha Airport Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Arusha Hotel or Residence
Transport in a customized pop up top 4x4 Land Cruiser jeep.
Services of an experienced English/ other language speaking safari tour guide/driver.
Return flight to Arusha
3 nights full-board lodge/camp stay
Park entrance fees to Masai Mara NR
All meals on safari Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle
The flying doctors’ emergency medical evacuation/ rescue insurance cover.
What's Excluded
- Bottled & Soft Drinks - Items and services of a personal nature - Tips & Gratuities.
Why Choose Annest Kenya Safaris
Locally Owned & Operated – True East African expertise and personalized care
Fly & Drive Options – Maximize your safari time and minimize travel fatigue
Luxury & Comfort – Handpicked lodges that blend elegance with wilderness charm
Cross-Border Specialists – Combine Kenya & Tanzania seamlessly
💬 24/7 Guest Support – From booking to departure, we’ve got you covered
Best Time to Visit 4 Days – The Serengeti Safari
June–October: Dry season, perfect for the Great Migration and predator sightings
November–March: Calving season, lush landscapes, excellent for photography
April–May: Green season, fewer tourists, discounted rates
FAQs – 4 Days Serengeti Fly & Drive Safari
You save hours of road time while still enjoying intimate game drives and stunning aerial views of Tanzania’s wilderness.
Absolutely. Our guides are experienced in family safaris and lodges provide family suites or interconnecting rooms.
Yes! Many travelers choose to end their safari with a Zanzibar beach extension. Flights connect directly from Arusha.
Yes, our private fly-in safaris can be tailored to include luxury flights, premium lodges, and exclusive game drives.
