Safaris in Serengeti: 15 Priced, Timed and Ranked

1.Serengeti Balloon Safari and authentic bush breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,480 reviews · from $550Our pick

You’ll leave your lodge around 5:00 am for a sunrise balloon flight over the Serengeti, guided by an experienced pilot such as Kevin, Paul, Jeff, or Mohamed. Flights last about an hour, followed by bubbly and a full English breakfast beneath an acacia. Seasonal launch areas include Seronera, Kogatende, Ndutu, and Kiwarira.

“It's amazing to be drifting silently over the Serengeti! This was a wonderful experience and so well organized from take off through the fabulous bush breakfast.”

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2.Balloon Safari & Bush Breakfast in Serengeti – Miracle Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,646 reviews · from $599

Rise before dawn for a one-hour hot-air-balloon flight over the Serengeti, with tea, coffee, pilot guidance, wildlife viewing, and a traditional Champagne toast after landing. You then sit down to a prepared bush breakfast, receive a flight certificate, and reconnect with your driver for onward travel.

“The balloon ride was a beautiful way to see the Serengeti. The breakfast in the bush was done to a very high standard and a thoroughly enjoyable experience.”

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3.3 Days Serengeti & Ngorongoro Group Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 574 reviews · from $815

Travel from Arusha in a small group of up to seven for two nights of camping, daily game drives, and meals across Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. You’ll sleep at Seronera and on the crater rim, with a guide such as Elias explaining wildlife along the way. Expect long drives, early starts, and a classic, budget-minded safari.

“The staff was knowledgeable and helpful Always on time The food was very good They made my first safari an unforgettable experience”

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4.Safari Serengeti And Ngorongoro

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 288 reviews · from $2,845

Spend five days on Tanzania’s Northern Circuit, with two full game-drive days in Serengeti and a crater safari in Ngorongoro. Savannah Explorers provides airport transfers, lodge nights, meals, and AMREF air-evacuation cover. Guides such as Thomas, Maulidi, Emmanuel, and Daudi are known for sharp animal spotting and warm service.

“My husband and I had the best time on safari with Timba! We saw so many incredible animals and loved every minute! Sad it has come to an end!”

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5.3-Day Classic Serengeti Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · from $1,455

Travel from Arusha to Serengeti National Park for an afternoon drive, a full day on the plains, and an early Ngorongoro Crater tour. Gosheni Safaris includes private transport, camping accommodation, meals, park fees, bottled water, and hotel pickup. Guide Bariki is specifically praised, though guide assignment should be confirmed.

“We hit all “big five” in the first afternoon. Great experience! Our guide Bariki went the extra mile to make this a truly special trip.”

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6.10-Day Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari from Arusha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 218 reviews · from $5,512

Spend 10 days exploring northern Tanzania with Gosheni Safaris, from the Serengeti’s northern river-crossing country to central Seronera, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire. Expect private transport, tented camps, included meals, and a guide such as George, Arnold, Calvin, or William. The Serengeti flight is extra.

“Memorable Safari with friends - expertly and thoughtfully arranged and reserved for us by Norah Cliff at Gosheni - the 3rd Safari we have booked through her and once again , 100%!”

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7.2 Day Serengeti Safari Experience from Mwanza

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 198 reviews · from $1,364

Leave Mwanza at 7:00 a.m. for a private two-day Serengeti safari with Nature’s Land Safaris. Expect a roughly two-hour drive to Ndabaka Gate, game drives through the western Serengeti, a hippo-pool stop, and one night in a lodge or camp. Guides such as Marco, Msafiri, Mussa, and Julius are available depending on your booking.

“We had an exceptional time ! Best tour guide and an amazing experience . Can’t wait to go back ! I was able to get a lot of amazing pictures with all the great views .”

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8.8 Day Spectacular Migration Serengeti mid -Range Tanzania Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · from $4,257

Spend eight days with Lion King Adventures on Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit. Expect airport pickup, private guiding, lodge stays, park fees, meals, and long game-drive days through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Guides such as Joseph, Salehe, Ozzie, and Benjamin have been praised for sharp animal spotting and flexible daily planning.

“Having retired a few years ago, I have been traveling while I still can.”

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10.9-Day Serengeti Migration Footsteps Tanzania Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · from $4,539

Follow the migration across Tanzania on a private 9-day safari with Lion King Adventures. You’ll visit Tarangire, four nights of Serengeti country, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Guides such as Enock, Mwita, Gilbert, and Yusuph may lead the trip, with route timing adjusted for migration movements.

“I booked a trip with Lion King Adventure, and it was absolutely incredible!”

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11.3 Days Small Group Safari to Serengeti NP and Ngorongoro Crater Tour in Tanzania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $815

Travel from Arusha to Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater with a professional English-speaking guide, camping gear, park fees, and meals included. The group is limited to six people. Expect long drives, basic camping, big game, and a packed schedule designed to cover two of Tanzania’s finest safari areas in three days.

“The first accommodation (Serengeti) was a disaster. No shower, no lights, everything dirty… We did the safari with other person, who had another place to sleep and he didn’t offered to carry him to his hotel (the only thing he said is that he shRead more”

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12.Serengeti & Ngorongoro fly in safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · from $2,750

Fly from Arusha, Zanzibar, or Dar es Salaam into the Serengeti, then spend three busy days tracking wildlife in Seronera and Ngorongoro Crater. Expect sunset and early-morning game drives, camping equipment, six included meals, and an optional Maasai village visit. Isaac may guide your safari, with Mr. Ali handling the cooking.

“One of the most amazing experiences for me and my in-laws. We had a great tour guide, Issac, who was very knowledgeable and a great chef, Mr. Ali. Both were very friendly and fun. In two days we managed to see the big 5. WatcRead more”

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13.4 Days Tanzania Lodge Safari With Two Nights at Serengeti

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $2,180

This four-day private safari from Arusha visits Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater, with two nights in the Serengeti. Expect sunrise and afternoon game drives, picnic or hot lunches, and chances to see elephants, lions, rhinos, leopards, buffalo, rare antelope, and more. Ask if Michael, Asaad, German, or another preferred guide is available.

“An exceptional holiday with a group of friends. Michael was our guide/driver and he took excellent care of us. He always has a smile on and accommodated all our requests. Michael ensured we saw so many animals. You can’t go wrong with Meijo and Michael!”

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14.5 Days Serengeti Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $1,100

Join a shared camping safari from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara. Expect long drives, early game drives, simple campsite nights, a cook-prepared menu, and chances to see elephants, lions, flamingos, hippos, and possibly rhinos. Guides named in past bookings include David, Emmanuel, Kelvin, and Brison.

“our safari trip to the Serengeti National Park was an unforgettable experience. The park's incredible wildlife, scenic beauty, and unique camping experience made for an exciting and memorable adventure. We highly recommend the Serengeti as a must-visit destination for any safari enthusiast.”

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15.3 Days 2 Nights Group Joining Serengeti and Ngorogoro Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $900

Travel from Arusha into Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater in a shared, open-roof 4x4. You get an English-speaking guide, all meals, camping gear, accommodation, mineral water, and charging sockets. The small group has a maximum of seven people, with sunrise and sunset game drives included.

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