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4 nights/5 Days All-Inclusive Fly-In Big Cats Safari to Serengeti

Big Cats Luxury Experience

Step into the wild heart of Africa on an exclusive 5-day fly-in luxury Serengeti safari, crafted for travelers who dream of close encounters with the Serengeti’s legendary big cats. This all-inclusive safari takes you directly into Namiri Plains, one of the most celebrated big cat territories in Serengeti National Park, renowned for its high concentration of lions, cheetahs, and elusive leopards.

Flying seamlessly from Zanzibar, Arusha, or Dar es Salaam, you leave the crowds behind and arrive straight into the golden plains where predators roam freely and nature unfolds without interruption. Each day blends thrilling game drives with rare, immersive experiences — walking safaris, rhino tracking, a sunrise hot-air balloon safari, and unforgettable sundowners under the African sky.

Designed for discerning travelers, photographers, honeymooners, and wildlife lovers, this safari balances raw adventure with refined comfort. From elegant lodges to expertly guided wildlife encounters, every moment is carefully curated to deliver a deeply personal and unforgettable Serengeti experience.

Highlights:

  • All-Inclusive Fly-In / Fly-Out Serengeti Safari

  • Big Cats Focused Safari in Namiri Plains

  • Luxury Lodges & Personalized Service

  • Walking Safari & Rhino Tracking Experience

  • Hot Air Balloon Safari & Sundowner

  • Ideal for Honeymooners, Photographers & Luxury Travelers

Tour Features:

Game Drives

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 6 people.

Luxury Safari

Africa Pathways Expeditions is a top-rated Tanzania safari company offering luxury, tailor-made tours across Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and beyond. Enjoy seamless fly-in safaris, exclusive lodges, and expert guides for the ultimate African adventure.

Recommended dates

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

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Day 1: Fly-In to Serengeti National Park – First Big Cats Encounter

Your safari begins with a scenic scheduled or private flight from Zanzibar, Arusha, or Dar es Salaam directly into Serengeti National Park. Upon landing, you are met by your professional safari guide and transferred to your luxury lodge or tented camp close to Namiri Plains.

After check-in and a relaxed lunch overlooking the endless plains, head out on your first afternoon game drive. This area is famous for powerful lion prides, fast-moving cheetahs, and frequent leopard sightings — setting the tone for an extraordinary safari.

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Day 2-3: Game Drives, Rhino Tracking Experience and Walking safari

Day 2: Morning Game Drive & Evening Walking Safari

Wake up to the sounds of the wild and depart for an early morning game drive, the most active time for big cats on the hunt. Watch lions bask in the golden sunrise and cheetahs scanning the plains.

In the afternoon, enjoy time to relax at the lodge before embarking on a guided walking safari in the evening — a rare and intimate way to experience the Serengeti on foot, learning about tracks, plants, and the delicate balance of this ecosystem.

Day 3: Rhino Tracking Experience & Game Drive

Today offers a truly unique and meaningful safari experience. Set out for rhino tracking in the Serengeti, where conservation efforts protect these magnificent and critically endangered animals. Guided by experts, you’ll gain insight into conservation work while enjoying an unforgettable wildlife encounter.

Later, continue with a leisurely game drive, exploring deeper into big cat territory and capturing exceptional photographic moments across the vast savannah.

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Day 4: Hot Air Balloon Safari & Sunset Sundowner

Before sunrise, lift gently into the sky for a hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti — a magical perspective as herds and predators move across the plains below. Upon landing, celebrate with a champagne bush breakfast in the wilderness.

Later in the day, enjoy another immersive game drive, followed by a romantic sun-downer experience, sipping drinks as the African sun melts into the horizon.

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Day 5: Final Morning Game Drive & Fly-Out

Enjoy one last morning game drive, savoring final sightings of lions, cheetahs, and the untamed beauty of the Serengeti. After brunch, transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Zanzibar, Arusha, or Dar es Salaam.

Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, bringing your unforgettable all-inclusive Serengeti fly-in safari to a perfect close.

✅ Inclusions

✔ Fly-in & fly-out scheduled flights from Zanzibar / Arusha / Dar es Salaam
✔ All airport & airstrip transfers
✔ Luxury accommodation in Namiri Plains, Serengeti
✔ Full board meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
✔ Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
✔ Professional English-speaking safari guide
✔ Unlimited game drives in Serengeti National Park
✔ Big Cats focused safari experience
✔ Guided walking safari
✔ Rhino tracking experience in Serengeti
✔ Hot air balloon safari with champagne bush breakfast
✔ Sundowner experience in the wilderness
✔ Park fees & conservation fees
✔ Drinking water during safari activities
✔ Emergency medical evacuation (AMREF Flying Doctors

❌ Exclusions

✖ International flights
✖ Visa fees & travel insurance
✖ Tips & gratuities
✖ Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, minibar)
✖ Alcoholic & premium beverages (unless specified by lodge)
✖ Optional activities not listed in the itinerary