7 Days Great Migration Safari
This 9-day safari takes you through Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife destinations, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Manyara National Park. Experience the Great Migration as it moves across the Serengeti, with a focus on the Northern Serengeti where river crossings occur. Enjoy diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife, and comfortable accommodations.
Activities Plan
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania at Kilimanjaro International Airport – Transfer to Arusha
Distance: 50 km | Time: 1 hour drive
- • Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
- • Meet your safari guide and transfer to Arusha for an overnight stay.
- • Rest and prepare for the adventure ahead. On this day, if time allows, you will have a short briefing about your safari, otherwise, this will take place the following day before you depart for your safari.
- • Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel in Arusha at
Arusha Safari Lodge – on Half Board (Dinner & Breakfast).
Day 2: Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park – Game Drive
Time: 2 hours drive
- • Depart from Arusha after breakfast and drive to Manyara National Park.
- • Game drive exploring the unique ecosystem of Manyara, home to tree-climbing lions, among many other animals.
- • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park.
- • Continue with game viewing before heading to your lodge/camp for overnight and dinner.
• Overnight stay near Manyara National Park at Heart and Soul Lodge Manyara on Full Board (Dinner, Picnic lunch box, breakfast)
Day 3: Manyara to Central Serengeti – Afternoon Game Drive
Time: 5 hours drive
- • After breakfast, drive to Central Serengeti, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- • Arrive in Serengeti for an afternoon game drive.
• Overnight stay in Central Serengeti at Moyo Tented Camp on Full Board (Dinner, Picnic lunch box, Breakfast
Day 4: Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti – Game Drive
Time: 3.30 hours drive
- • Morning game drive in Central Serengeti before heading north.
- • En-route game drive along migration paths.
- • Afternoon game drive in Northern Serengeti, focusing on the Mara River crossings.
• Overnight stay in Northern Serengeti at Moyo Migration Tented Camp – Kogatende on Full Board (Dinner, Picnic lunch box, Breakfast)
Day 5: Full-Day Game Drive in Northern Serengeti
Activities:
- • Explore the vast plains of Northern Serengeti.
- • Witness river crossings as wildebeest and zebras migrate.
- • Spot predators such as lions, leopards, and crocodiles.
- • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing game drives.
• Overnight stay in Central Serengeti at Moyo Migration Tented Camp – Kogatende on Full Board (Dinner, Picnic lunch box, Breakfast)
Day 6: Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti – Game Drive
Time: 3.30 hours drive
- • Final morning game drive in Northern Serengeti before heading to Central Serengeti.
- • En-route game drive in Central Serengeti, known for its resident wildlife and predator action.
- • Afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti.
- • Arrive at the lodge/camp for overnight and dinner
• Overnight stay in Central Serengeti at Moyo Tented Camp on Full Board (Dinner, Picnic lunch box, Breakfast
Day 7: Final Game Drive in Central Serengeti – Transfer to Ngorongoro
Time: 3.30 hours drive
- • Morning game drive in Central Serengeti.
- • Depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- • Arrive at the lodge on the crater rim for dinner and overnight stay.
• Overnight stay near Ngorongoro Crater at Ngorongoro Kuhama Camp – on Full Board (Dinner, Picnic lunch box, Breakfast)
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Transfer to Tarangire National Park
Time: 3 hours drive
- • Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
- • Spot the Big Five, including black rhinos, elephants, and lions.
- • Enjoy a picnic lunch near a hippo pool.
- • Ascend the crater and drive to Tarangire for dinner and overnight.
• Enjoy
dinner and overnight in Tarangire at Sangaiwe Tented Lodge on Full Board (Dinner, Picnic lunch box, Breakfast
Day 9: Tarangire Game Drive – Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport
Time: 3 hours drive
- • Morning game drive in Tarangire National Park.
- • Spot large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees.
- • Enjoy a final wildlife experience before heading to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
- • Depart for your international flight home.
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch
Included and Excluded
- Airport transfers (JRO – Arusha – JRO).
- All accommodations as per itinerary (Mid-range).
- Meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide.
- All park entrance fees .
- Game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.
- Safari hamper that includes bottled water, soft drinks, coffee and tea during the safari.
- Guided Walking Safari in Arusha National Park.
- Government taxes and levies.
- AMREF Flying Doctors emergency evacuation insurance.
- International and Domestic flights.
- Visa fees ($50 per person, $100 for U.S. citizens).
- Optional activities and excursions.
- Alcoholic and soft drinks at lodges.
- Tips for guides and hotel staff ($10–$20 per day recommended).
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls, etc.).
- Optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon safari in Serengeti).
