Flights from Arusha or Kilimanjaro to Serengeti airstrips

The most comfortable mode of travel to Serengeti National Park is by means of a short shuttle flights from Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport. Our aviation partners service all Serengeti airstrips, including Seronera airstrip, Kogatende, Lamai and Grumeti. This allows you quick and convenient access to all lodges in Serengeti National Park. These short flights are an experience in itself and very scenic offering you picture perfect views over the Tanzanian plains. Below you can find some examples of our flight services.

Access to airstrips and lodges

Serengeti.com makes use of several operators servicing the different Serengeti airstrips, the most important being Coastal Aviation and Grumeti Air. Together we are able to service all major airstrips in the Serengeti: Seronera,, Kogatende (ULX), Sasakwa, Lobo and Ndutu LDZ). Each of these airstrips allow access to different lodges dependent on the lodge location in the national park. We have indicated these lodges for the most important airstips below. Kindly note that not all flight connections have been displayed below: we would, for instance, happily assist with flights from Zanzibar, Manyara, Mwanza or Nairobi. We are also able to assist with flights to Mwiba airstrip, Serengeti South airstrip or Fort Ikoma.

Baggage restrictions and additonal information

As Serengeti shuttle flights are operated by means of small aircraft (e.g. Cessna Grand Caravan or Beechcraft 1900), strict baggage restrictions are in place. Space for luggage on the aircrafts is very limited and the following allowance applies: you may carry 15 kgs per person in a 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 these flights should not be considered as scheduled flights. Departure times and routings may vary depending on traveller requirements and local weather conditions. As flight operators service serveral Serengeti airstrips it is possible that multiple stops are made en route to your destination airstrip. Flight times are subject to change without notice.

Shuttle flights to and from Seronera

The Seronera (SEU) airstrip is located in the cental sector of Serengeti National Park and allows access to a multitude 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 but please note that 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:

Published fare for a one way Arusha - Seronera (or vice versa) flight is US$ 265 per person (including taxes). This fare is subject to change and availability.

Shuttle flights to and from Kogatende

The Kogatende (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 these lodges but please note that additional fees may apply. More flight options are available in peak season.

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:

Published fare for a one way Arusha - Kogatende (or vice versa) flight is US$ 402 per person (including taxes). This fare is subject to change and availability.

Shuttle flights to and from Sasakwa

The Sasawka (SSK) airstrip is located in Grumeti Game Reserve and allows 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 staying at any of these lodges but please note that 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:

Published fare 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 (LOB) airstrip 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 and to the Lobo airstrip are usually included when staying at any of these lodges but please note that 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:

Published 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. 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:

Published fare for a one way Arusha - Ndutu (or vice versa) flight is US$ 345 per person (including taxes). This fare is subject to change and availability.

Other flight options

The above 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; from instance for interlodge flights or when travelling to or from Zanzibar. Kindly note that we only book flights in conjunction with accommodation bookings.

Private charter flights to Serengeti

Apart from shuttle flights, we also offer private charter services for maximum convenience and privacy. Private flights allow you the flexibility to competely customise your safari itinerary to your needs and route. Do not hestitate contacting us when you are interested in this option.