Arusha Overnight Silver Collection
Greenside Hotel
Arusha
Hotel
Alternative: Arusha Planet Lodge
Accommodation overview
AerialPrivate safari
5 Days Fly-in Serengeti & Balloon Safari
Above the Serengeti: Fly-in & Balloon Safari
A short, time-efficient fly-in safari: three nights in the central Serengeti, with an optional sunrise hot-air balloon flight over the plains.
Duration5 days · 4 nights
RouteHot-air balloon · Bush breakfast
GroupPrivate · 2–6+
From$1,570 USD* per person
5 Days Fly-in Serengeti & Balloon Safari
A short, time-efficient fly-in safari: three nights in the central Serengeti, with an optional sunrise hot-air balloon flight over the plains.
Flying in avoids long drives and gives you more time in the park — perfect as a stand-alone trip or added to a Zanzibar holiday.
Highlights
- Fly in and out — no long drives
- Three nights in the central Serengeti
- Optional sunrise hot-air balloon flight
- Ideal add-on to Zanzibar
Route at a glance
Leaflet © OpenStreetMap contributors
Kilimanjaro International Airport → Arusha
Day 1 · 1 night
Arusha → Central Serengeti
Day 2 · 1 night
Central Serengeti
Day 3–4 · 2 nights
Central Serengeti → Arusha → JRO
Day 5
Prices
Price per person in USD · Silver accommodation · private safari
| Season | 2 travellers | 4 travellers | 6 travellers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low season1 April – 19 May | $2,116 | $1,706 | $1,570 |
| Mid seasonRest of the year | $2,284 | $1,790 | $1,626 |
| High seasonJuly, August, September · 20 December – 10 January | $2,877 | $2,196 | $1,969 |
Prices are indicative, per person in USD, for a private safari, excluding international flights. The "From" price is based on 6 travellers in low season. Final prices depend on your dates and availability and are confirmed in your written quotation.
Day by day
The overnight stay shown each day follows your chosen level: Silver.
Your Nimara Safaris representative meets you at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and drives you to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time there is time to rest, and your guide will walk you through the days ahead.
- Meet & greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Private transfer to Arusha (approx. 1 hour)
- Safari briefing with your guide
- Travel
- Road transfer, approx. 1 hour
- Meals
- Dinner
Arusha
Drive and flight times are approximate. Wildlife sightings and weather are natural events and can never be guaranteed.
Where you'll stay
Choose the level that suits you. Every night of this safari has a proposed option at Silver, Gold and Diamond level. All properties are proposals, subject to availability on your dates; a comparable alternative may be offered.
| Nights | Silver |
|---|---|
| Day 1Arusha1 night | Greenside HotelHotel |
| Days 2–4Central Serengeti3 nights | Selected at quotation |
What's included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and professional driver-guide
- Accommodation at your chosen level and meals as listed day by day
- Park, conservation and crater fees for the planned route
- Drinking water in the safari vehicle
- Airport arrival and departure transfers
- Scheduled flights Arusha – Serengeti – Arusha
- Accommodation at your chosen level (Silver) as listed
Not included
- International flights
- Visas and travel insurance
- Hot-air balloon flight (optional)
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips
- Hot-air balloon flight (optional, priced per person)
Final inclusions are listed line by line in your written quotation.
Good to know
Best time
Year-round; balloon flights depend on weather and operator schedules.
Private journey
Your safari vehicle and guide are dedicated to your booking, allowing the pace and daily rhythm to be adjusted around you.
Visas & flights
Most visitors need a Tanzania visa; apply through the official eVisa portal. We can help you choose international flights into Kilimanjaro (JRO) or Zanzibar (ZNZ).
What to pack
Light layers, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, binoculars, a reusable water bottle and neutral-coloured clothing.
Love this route? Let's make it yours.
Tell us your dates, group size and preferred accommodation level. We'll send a free, no-obligation proposal — and adjust anything you'd like to change.
