7 Days Great Migration Safari

7 Days Great Migration Safari

Follow the herds across the Serengeti.

7 days Mid-range to luxury Serengeti National ParkNgorongoro CraterTarangire National Park
Duration7 days
ComfortMid-range to luxury
GroupPrivate, 1–12 guests
Best timeJan–Mar calving; Jun–Oct river crossings

Time your safari to where the herds are — calving season in the south, river crossings in the north — with extra nights in the Serengeti.

This itinerary is a starting point. Your route, pace and accommodation can be adjusted to suit your dates, interests and budget.

  • Five nights in the Serengeti
  • Migration tracking by season
  • Optional hot-air balloon at dawn
  • Ngorongoro Crater finale

Day by day

  1. Day1

    Arusha to Tarangire

    Tarangire National Park
    Transfer to Tarangire for an afternoon game drive.
    Camp or lodge near Tarangire
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  2. Day2

    Tarangire to Karatu

    Karatu
    Morning game drive, then continue to the Karatu highlands.
    Lodge in Karatu
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  3. Day3

    Karatu to central Serengeti

    Serengeti National Park
    Through the Ngorongoro highlands and Olduvai Gorge into the Serengeti.
    Camp or lodge in the Serengeti
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  4. Day4

    Following the herds

    Serengeti National Park
    Move to the region where the migration is currently concentrated. Your guide will adjust the route to the herds.
    Camp or lodge in the Serengeti
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  5. Day5

    Full day with the migration

    Serengeti National Park
    A full day of game drives at river crossings, calving grounds or open plains depending on season. Optional balloon flight.
    Camp or lodge in the Serengeti
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  6. Day6

    Serengeti to Ngorongoro

    Ngorongoro Crater rim
    Morning game drive, then drive to the Ngorongoro rim for sunset views.
    Lodge on the Ngorongoro rim or Karatu
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  7. Day7

    Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

    Ngorongoro Crater
    Crater floor game drive, then return to Arusha.
    Breakfast, lunch

Included

  • Airport or hotel transfers in Arusha
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and a professional driver-guide
  • Accommodation as listed (camp or lodge, shared twin)
  • All meals during the safari
  • Park entry, conservation and camping/concession fees
  • Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
  • Government taxes and VAT on included services

Not included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for guides and camp staff
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks at lodges
  • Optional activities such as balloon flights
  • Personal items and laundry

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