Flights to Serengeti National Park

Flights from Arusha or Kilimanjaro to Serengeti Airstrips

Flying is the most comfortable mode of transport to Serengeti National Park, and this is by short shuttle flights from Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport. There are several aviation companies serving all Serengeti airstrips including Seronera Airstrip, Kogatende, Lamai and Grumeti.

This allows you quick and convenient access to all lodges and camps in Serengeti National Park.

These short flights are an experience in itself and very scenic offer picture perfect views over the Tanzanian plains including the rolling endless plains of Serengeti.

Access to Airstrips and Lodges

Serengeti National Park is serviced by several operators offering flights to the different Serengeti airstrips, the most important being Coastal Aviation, Grumeti Air, and Regional Air.

With these operators, we are able to service all major airstrips in the Serengeti that is Seronera Airstrip. Kogatende (ULX), Sasakwa, Lobo and Ndutu (LDZ). Each of these airstrips allow access to different lodges and camps dependent on the location in the national park – The Serengeti.

In this blog we have indicated these lodges for the most important airstrips below. Kindly note that all flight connections have been displayed below.

Baggage Restrictions and additional information

As Serengeti Flights are operated by means of small aircrafts for example Cessna Grand Caravan or Beechcraft 1900, strict baggage restrictions are in place. On the aircrafts, space for luggage is very limited and following allowance applies; you may carry 15 kgs per person in soft duffel-type bag, this includes hand luggage and camera equipment. These limitations are strictly adhered to.

Shuttle flights to the Serengeti are operated as a shuttle service. As such as these flights should not be considered as scheduled flights. Departure times and routings may vary depending on traveler requirements and local weather conditions. As flight operators service several Serengeti possible, it is possible that multiple stops are made en-route to your destination airstrip. Flight times are subject to change without notice.

Shuttle Flight to and from Seronera

The Seronera Airstrip (SEU) is located in the central region of Serengeti National Park and allows access to a number of lodges including : Four Seasons, Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge, One Nature Nyaruswiga, Lemala Ewanjan Camp, Siringit Camp, Lemala Nanyukie, Ehlane Plains and Namiri Plains. Transfers from and to the Seronera Airstrip are usually included when staying at any of these lodges, however additional fees may apply.

Flights to Seronera Airstrip

• Depart Arusha (ARK) at 07h45 and arriving at Seronera (SEU) at 08h55 (via Manyara)
• Depart Arusha (ARK) at 10h45 and arriving at Seronera (SEU) at 12h15 (via Manyara)
• Depart Arusha (ARK) at 13h00 and arriving at Seronera (SEU) at 14h20 (via Manyara)

Flights from Seronera Airstrip

• Depart Seronera (SEU) at 10h45 and arriving at Arusha (ARK) at 12h30 (via Manyara)
• Depart Seronera (SEU) at 16h45 and arriving at Arusha (ARK) at 18h20 (via Manyara and Kilimanjaro)

Arusha – Seronera Air Fare

A flight to Serengeti’s Seronera from Arusha costs around USD 265 per person including taxes – One Way. This fare is subject to change and availability.

Shuttle Flights and around Kogatende

The Kigatende (KOG) Airstrip is located in the Northern Mara Sector of the Serengeti and allows access to several lodges, including Singita Mara River Tented Camp, Lemala Kuria Hills, Serengeti Bushtops, Nomad Lamai and Kimondo Migration Camp. Transfers from and to the Kogatende airstrip are usually included when staying at any of the above mentioned lodges, however note that additional fees may apply.

Note: During the peak season more flight options are available

Flights to Kogatende airstrip

• Depart Arusha (ARK) at 10h15 and arriving at Kogatende (KOG) at 12h55

Flights from Kogatende airstrip

• Depart Kogatende (KOG) at 13h15 and arriving at Arusha (ARK) at 15h10

Arusha – Kogatende air fare:

Fares for a one way Arusha – Kogatende (or vice versa) flight is estimated to be about US 420 per person including taxes. This fare is subject to change according to availability.

 Shuttle Flight To and From Sasakwa

The Sasakwa (SSK) airstrip is located in Grumeti Game Reserve, allowing access to the following lodges; Singita Sabora Tented Camp, Singita Sasakwa Lodge, Singita Faru Faru and &Beyond Grumeti Tented Camp.

Transfers from and to the Sasakwa Airstrip are usually included when stay at any of the lodges in the area, but additional fees may apply.

Flights to Sasakwa airstrip

• Depart Arusha (ARK) at 10h15 and arriving at Sasakwa (SSK) at 12h25

Flights from Kogatende airstrip

• Depart Sasakwa (SSK) at 14h00 and arriving at Arusha (ARK) at 15h45

Arusha – Kogatende air fare:

Estimated fares for a one way Arusha – Sasakwa (or Vice Versa) flight is US$ 385 per person including taxes. This fare is subject to change and availability.

Shuttle flights to and from Lobo airstrip

The Lobo Airstrip (LOB) is located in Northern Serengeti and allows access to the following lodges; &Beyond Klein’s Camp, , &Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas and Taasa Lodge.

Transfers from the Lobo Airstrip to these lodges are usually included and additional fees may apply.

Flights to Lobo airstrip

• Depart Arusha (ARK) at 07h45 and arriving at Lobo (LOB) at 09h45 (via Manyara)
• Depart Arusha (ARK) at 10h45 and arriving at Lobo (LOB) at 12h30 (via Manyara)
• Depart Arusha (ARK) at 13h00 and arriving at Lobo (LOB) at 14h45 (via Manyara)

Flights from Lobo airstrip

• Depart Lobo (LOB) at 09h45 and arriving at Arusha (ARK) at 11h45 (via Manyara)
• Depart Lobo (LOB) at 15h15 and arriving at Arusha (ARK) at 18h20 (via Manyara and Kilimanjaro)

Arusha – Lobo air fare:

Estimated fare for a one way Arusha – Lobo (or Vice Versa) flight is US$ 529 per person including taxes. This fare is subject to change and availability.

Shuttle flights to and from Ndutu airstrip

The Ndutu (NDT) Airstrip is located in the Southeastern sector of Serengeti National Park and allows access to the following lodges; Sanctuary Kusini Camp, Kimondo Migration Camp, Serengeti Under Canvas and Nomad Serengeti Camp.

Like other airstrips in Serengeti National Park, transfers from and to the Ndutu Airstrip are usually included when staying at any of these lodges but please note that additional fees may apply.

Flights to Ndutu airstrip

• Depart Arusha (ARK) at 07h45 and arriving at Ndutu (NDT) at 08h50 (via Manyara)
• Depart Arusha (ARK) at 10h45 and arriving at Ndutu (NDT) at 11h45 (via Manyara)
• Depart Arusha (ARK) at 13h00 and arriving at Ndutu (NDT) at 14h05 (via Manyara)

Flights from Ndutu airstrip

• Depart Ndutu (NDT) at 10h55 and arriving at Arusha (ARK) at 11h45 (via Manyara)
• Depart Ndutu (NDT) at 17h05 and arriving at Arusha (ARK) at 18h20 (via Manyara and Kilimanjaro)

Arusha – Ndutu air fare:

Fares for a one way Arusha – Ndutu (or Vice Versa) flight is US$ 345 per person including taxes. This fare is subject to change plus availability.

Other Serengeti Flight Options

The above of list of Serengeti flight options is far from exhaustive and merely shows you some possible options.

Please contact us if you require more information about other flight options, for instance of interlodge flights or when traveling to or from Zanzibar.

Private Charter Flights to Serengeti

A part from shuttle flights, we also offer private charter flights to Serengeti for maximum convenience and privacy. Private flights allow you the flexibility to completely customize your safari itinerary to your travel needs and route.