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7 Days Great Migration Safari
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7 Days Great Migration Safari

The 7 Days Great Migration Safari is our signature migration-tracking itinerary, designed for travellers who want to witness the Serengeti's greatest wildlife spectacle up close. Covering the entire m...

Duration7 days / 6 nights
CategoryMid-range
USD 2,490 per person
Trip overview

What to Expect

The 7 Days Great Migration Safari is our signature migration-tracking itinerary, designed for travellers who want to witness the Serengeti's greatest wildlife spectacle up close. Covering the entire migration corridor — from the southern Ndutu calving grounds through the Central Seronera Valley to the Mara River in the north — this journey places you in the heart of the action at the right time of year.

At a glance

Trip Overview

Duration 7 days / 6 nights
Category Mid-range
From $2,490
Why this journey

Trip Highlights

Great Migration river crossings at the Mara River (Jul–Oct)
Ndutu calving grounds with newborn wildebeest and predator action (Dec–Mar)
Private 4x4 pop-up roof vehicle with professional guide
Full-day game drives in the Central and Northern Serengeti
Tarangire National Park — elephants, baobabs, and tree-climbing lions
Ngorongoro Crater half-day descent — black rhino, lion, buffalo
All park fees, full-board accommodation, and airport transfers included
7 stops

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1 Day

Arusha → Tarangire National Park

Your migration safari begins with a morning pickup from your Arusha hotel. Meet your professional guide and drive to Tarangire National Park, a stunning reserve famous for its ancient baobab forests and massive elephant herds. After a picnic lunch under the shade of a giant baobab, embark on an afternoon game drive through the park's diverse habitats — riverine woodland, open savannah, and seasonal swamps.

DistanceArusha → Tarangire (3 h)
StayTarangire Safari Lodge (or similar)
MealsB / L / D
  • Pickup from Arusha hotel
  • Scenic drive through Maasai countryside
  • Picnic lunch among giant baobabs
  • Afternoon game drive — elephants, lion, leopard
  • Sundowners overlooking the Tarangire River
2 Day

Tarangire → Central Serengeti (Seronera)

After an early breakfast, depart Tarangire and drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, ascending the crater highlands with panoramic views over the Rift Valley. Descend into the vast Serengeti ecosystem and arrive in the Central Serengeti (Seronera area) by midday.

DistanceTarangire → Central Serengeti (4–5 h)
StaySerengeti Heritage Camp (or similar)
MealsB / L / D
  • Scenic drive through Ngorongoro highlands
  • Game drives en route with picnic lunch
  • Afternoon drive in Seronera Valley
  • Lion, leopard, cheetah on the kopjes
  • Check-in at Serengeti Heritage Camp
3 Day

Full Day Central Serengeti

A full day dedicated to exploring the Central Serengeti at its finest. Rise before dawn for a sunrise game drive when predators are most active — lionesses returning from the night hunt, hyenas calling at their dens, and the first golden rays igniting the plains.

StaySerengeti Heritage Camp (or similar)
MealsB / L / D
  • Sunrise game drive with bush coffee
  • Midday rest at camp
  • Afternoon game drive following herds
  • Lion, cheetah, leopard tracking
  • Sundowners at a scenic kopje
4 Day

Central Serengeti → Northern Serengeti (Kogatende)

After breakfast, leave the central region and drive north towards the Kogatende sector of the Serengeti, following the Great Migration herds. This transit is itself a game drive as you traverse the changing landscapes from the short-grass plains into the wooded hills and open savannah of the north.

DistanceCentral → Northern Serengeti (4–5 h with game drives en route)
StayMara River Camp (or similar)
MealsB / L / D
  • Northward transit through migration corridor
  • Wildebeest columns stretching across the plains
  • Picnic lunch in the bush
  • Check-in at Mara River Camp
  • Evening game drive near camp
5 Day

Full Day Northern Serengeti (Mara River)

The centrepiece of your migration safari. A full day in the Northern Serengeti dedicated entirely to the Mara River crossings and the extraordinary predator activity that surrounds them.

StayMara River Camp (or similar)
MealsB / L / D
  • Extended Mara River game drives
  • Wildebeest crossing spectacles (in season)
  • Bush lunch on the riverbank
  • Crocodile action at crossing points
  • Lion and cheetah tracking
6 Day

Northern Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater

An early morning game drive en route as you depart the Northern Serengeti and head south towards the Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater rim in the early afternoon and descend 610 metres into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera for a half-day game drive.

DistanceNorth Serengeti → Ngorongoro (4–5 h)
StayRhino Lodge (on crater rim)
MealsB / L / D
  • En route game drive through Central Serengeti
  • Scenic ascent to the Ngorongoro Highlands
  • Half-day crater floor game drive
  • Black rhino viewing in the caldera
  • Sundowners from the crater rim viewpoint
7 Day

Ngorongoro → Arusha → Moshi (Overnight)

A final morning game drive on the crater floor as the early light filters through the highland mist. After a late breakfast, depart the highlands and descend to Arusha for lunch. Continue to Moshi for a comfortable hotel overnight.

DistanceNgorongoro → Arusha → Moshi (5 h)
StayPark View Inn Moshi (or similar)
MealsB / L / D
  • Early morning crater floor game drive
  • Late breakfast at the lodge
  • Scenic drive to Arusha and Moshi
  • Maasai village views and coffee plantations
  • Hotel overnight in Moshi (departure optional)
What's covered

Included & Excluded

Everything you need for a seamless journey — and a clear view of what to arrange yourself.

What's included

  • Airport transfers (pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport and drop-off)
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide with extensive wildlife knowledge
  • All national park entry fees and conservation area fees
  • Ngorongoro Crater descent fee and vehicle fee
  • 6 nights full-board accommodation — lodges and tented camps
  • All meals as specified in the itinerary (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Bottled water supplied daily in the safari vehicle and at accommodations
  • Game drives as outlined in the itinerary
  • AMREF Flying Doctors emergency air evacuation cover
  • 24/7 operations support from our Arusha and Moshi teams
  • All government taxes and VAT

Not included

  • International flights to and from Tanzania
  • Tanzania visa fees (USD 50 or USD 100 depending on nationality)
  • Travel insurance (mandatory — must cover medical evacuation and trip cancellation)
  • Tips for guides and camp staff (recommended USD 15–25 per guest per day)
  • Personal expenses — souvenirs, curios, alcoholic beverages, phone calls
  • Optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti (USD 550 per person)
  • Laundry services at lodges (charged separately where not complimentary)
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Important information

Practical details every traveller should read before confirming. We'll cover everything again in your pre-departure pack.

Visa & Entry

Most nationalities need a Tanzanian tourist visa (USD 50, or USD 100 for US passport holders). Apply online or obtain on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry.

Travel Insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance with medical evacuation cover is mandatory. We recommend policies that cover game drives in remote areas. AMREF Flying Doctors air evacuation cover is included in all our safaris for peace of mind.

Health & Vaccinations

Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if travelling from a country with yellow fever risk. Anti-malaria prophylaxis is strongly recommended. Consult a travel clinic 6–8 weeks before departure for the latest advice.

Payment & Deposits

A 30% deposit confirms your booking; the balance is due 45 days before arrival. We accept bank transfers and credit cards (3% processing fee on cards). Free rescheduling is available up to 30 days before departure.

Seasonal Routing

The itinerary adapts to the migration seasons. June–October focuses on the Northern Serengeti and Mara River crossings. December–March shifts to the Ndutu/Southern Serengeti calving grounds. Your guide ensures you follow the herds wherever they are.

What to Pack

Neutral-coloured clothing, warm layers for cold morning drives, comfortable walking shoes, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, camera with zoom lens, binoculars, and a reusable water bottle. Detailed packing list provided upon booking.

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before your safari. Can't find your answer? Get in touch.

June to October (dry season) offers the best wildlife viewing with animals congregating around water sources. January to March is great for calving season in the Serengeti. The Great Migration crosses the Mara River roughly July to October.
Yes! Most lodges welcome children aged 6 and above. Some luxury camps have minimum age requirements. We offer child-friendly itineraries with shorter drives and educational activities.
Neutral-coloured clothing (khaki, green, brown), a warm jacket for early mornings, sun hat, sunscreen, binoculars, camera with zoom lens, and comfortable walking shoes. We provide a detailed packing list upon booking.
Tanzania is a malaria zone. We strongly recommend antimalarial prophylaxis and consulting your travel doctor 6-8 weeks before departure. Mosquito repellent and long sleeves in the evening are also advised.
All our safaris include accommodation, all meals, game drives in 4x4 vehicles, park entrance fees, professional English-speaking guide, airport transfers, and bottled water. International flights and tips are typically excluded.
Absolutely. All our safaris can be tailored to your interests, budget, and schedule. Contact us with your preferences and we will create a bespoke itinerary for you.
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