3-Day Fly Safari Holiday: Zanzibar to Ndutu & Ngorongoro Crater

Tour Overview

Price Start From $ 1784 P er Person, 2 Pax

This 3-day fly-in safari is designed for travelers starting from Zanzibar who want to experience the drama of the Ndutu calving season (January–March) and the majesty of the Ngorongoro Crater in a short but unforgettable journey. Flying directly from Zanzibar to Ndutu Airstrip saves time and maximizes your game viewing opportunities.

You’ll witness thousands of wildebeest calves being born on the Ndutu plains, attracting predators and offering thrilling wildlife encounters. On Day 2, enjoy a full day in Ndutu with an optional hot air balloon safari for breathtaking aerial views. Finally, on Day 3, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater before flying back to Zanzibar, seamlessly combining safari adventure with island relaxation.

1: Zanzibar to Ndutu Airstrip

Your adventure begins with a morning flight from Zanzibar to the Ndutu Airstrip, located in the southern Serengeti ecosystem. Upon arrival, you’ll meet your safari guide and immediately set out for a game drive across the Ndutu plains. This region is world-famous for the Great Migration’s calving season, which takes place between January-March. During this time, thousands of wildebeest calves are born each day, creating one of nature’s most dramatic spectacles. The abundance of newborns attracts predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, offering thrilling wildlife encounters. You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing with an afternoon game drive. As the sun sets, you’ll transfer to your Ndutu camp for dinner and overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the wilderness.

Main Destination: Ndutu Area (Southern Serengeti)

Accommodation: Sero Tented Camp

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Full Day in Ndutu – Optional Balloon Safari

After an early breakfast, you’ll spend the entire day exploring the Ndutu plains. This area is rich in wildlife, with wildebeest herds, zebras, gazelles, and predators all concentrated in the short-grass plains during the calving season. For those seeking a unique perspective, you may choose to book an optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise. Floating silently above the plains, you’ll witness the migration from the air and enjoy a champagne breakfast upon landing an unforgettable experience. Throughout the day, you’ll continue with game drives, pausing for a picnic lunch in the bush to maximize your time in the field. In the late afternoon, return to camp for dinner and overnight stay, reflecting on the day’s extraordinary sightings.

Main Destination: Ndutu Area

Accommodation: Sero Tented Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha Airport fly to Zanzibar

On your final day, depart Ndutu after breakfast and drive toward the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” Descend into the caldera for a half-day game drive. The crater floor is home to an incredible density of wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, hippos, zebras, and the rare black rhinoceros. It is also one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five in a single day. You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before ascending the crater walls in the afternoon. From there, transfer to Arusha Airport to catch your scheduled flight back to Zanzibar, where your safari adventure concludes seamlessly combining the drama of the migration with the relaxation of island life.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation: None

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch