Great Migration Serengeti Safari

Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Price
$1,900 – $3,800
Group Size
Max 6
Difficulty
Easy

The Great Wildebeest Migration is the largest mass movement of land animals on Earth. This specially timed 5-day safari positions you at the heart of the action, whether that’s the calving season on the southern plains or the dramatic river crossings in the north.

Your guide’s deep knowledge of migration patterns ensures you’re in the right place at the right time. Witness vast herds stretching to the horizon, dramatic predator-prey interactions, and the raw drama of river crossings where crocodiles lie in wait.

This tour operates with flexible routing — the exact camps and routes are adjusted based on real-time migration tracking, ensuring the best possible wildlife encounters regardless of the season.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Arrive Arusha, Transfer to Serengeti

Meet at Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha hotel. Fly or drive to the Serengeti, arriving at a mobile tented camp positioned near the migration herds. Afternoon game drive.

2

Full Day Migration Tracking

A full day dedicated to the migration. Follow the massive herds across the plains, watching for predators that trail the columns — lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and wild dogs. Picnic lunch in the bush.

3

River Crossings or Calving Plains

Depending on the season, spend the day at a river crossing point watching the dramatic plunge into crocodile-filled waters, or witness the calving season where 8,000 wildebeest are born daily on the southern plains.

4

Ngorongoro Crater

Transfer to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the crater for a full day of Big Five game viewing in this natural amphitheatre. Excellent chances of black rhino sightings.

5

Departure

Morning game drive en route to the airstrip or Arusha. Transfer to airport for onward journey.

What's Included

  • Airport transfers
  • All park and conservation fees
  • Full-board tented camp accommodation
  • Professional migration-specialist guide
  • 4x4 safari vehicle
  • All game drives
  • Bottled water

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities
  • Balloon safari ($600 pp)
  • Alcoholic beverages

Interested in this tour?

Get in touch for availability, custom itineraries, and group rates.