5-days Luxury Migration Safari in the Northern Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
Tour Overview
The Great Serengeti Migration safari package is specifically tailored to maximize your chances of witnessing the Serengeti Wildebeest Migration. The itinerary we have created encompasses not only the Wagakuria area (the remote northern Serengeti National Park) and the Lobo area (the area north of the central Serengeti National Park), where most of the wildebeest migration typically occurs from August to October. Additionally, a visit to the renowned Ngorongoro Crater is included in the itinerary.
Seasonal Months & Best Time to Travel
Highlighted months indicate the peak/optimal seasonal period for this tour.
Day-by-Day Summary
| Days | Main Destination | Accommodation | Meal Plan |
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Serengeti National Park | No accommodation | Full Board FB |
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Serengeti National Park | Mara Mara Tented Lodge | Full Board FB |
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Ngorongoro Conservation Area | Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá | Full Board FB |
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Ngorongoro Conservation Area | No accommodation | Half Board HB |
Tour Quick Facts
Tour Class
Mid-range Tour :This safari includes comfort-focused hand-picked lodges and camps.
Group Type
Shared group tour : Join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle.
Start Day
Can start any day :If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Customization
Can be customized :Request minor changes to accommodations and destinations.
Single Travelers
Suitable for single travelers : Solo travelers can join, requires a minimum of 1 people to run.
Minimum Age
Minimum age of 5 years :Children and families are welcome under parental guidance.
Tour Rates & Pricing
Below are our rates for travelers visiting as a group. Discounts are available for larger parties, making group travel more affordable and enjoyable. Whether you are planning a family trip, a getaway with friends, or a special event with colleagues, our group rates are designed to offer better value while keeping the experience comfortable and convenient. Please contact us for more details on pricing, availability, and any special arrangements for your group.
- Per Person Pricing:All rates listed are per person and do not include international flights.
- Solo Travel: Solo travelers are welcome; however, the tour requires a minimum of 1 people to run.
- Age Requirements: Children aged 5 and above are allowed and discounted. Free entrance fees apply for children under 5 years old.
Please Note: All rates are subject to change based on availability, seasonality, and any updates to park fees, taxes, or tourism levies. We recommend contacting us directly to confirm pricing for your specific travel dates and group size.
Group Pricing Rates
| Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
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| $5,909 | $4,151 | $3,867 | $3,651 | $3,461 | $3,151 | n/a* |
Day by Day Experience
Arusha to Karatu or Fly to Serengeti North (Kogatende Airstrip)
After breakfast, you will be picked up,
Optional 1- Driven to Arusha airport or Fly from Zanzibar Airport or Dar es Salaam Airport for a flight to Kogatende airstrip in Serengeti. After arrival proceed with a game drive in the North Serengeti wilderness area.
Option 2- We will drive/ travel to Karatu Region, The Karatu District is one of seven districts of the Arusha Region of Tanzania. The district is bordered to the north by the Ngorongoro District and to the west by the Meatu District in the Simiyu Region.
Serengeti National Park is Tanzania’s oldest and most popular national park. A UNESCO World Heritage site and recently proclaimed the 7th wonder of the world, Serengeti is famed for its annual migration where some six million hooves pound the open plains. Serengeti offers an exotic game-viewing experience in the whole of Africa giving you an up-close look at the animals you've only seen in National Geographic: great herds of buffalo, smaller groups of elephant and giraffe, and thousands of elands, topi, kongoni, impala, and Grant’s gazelle.
After the game drive, we will be transferred to the lodge for dinner and overnight, at Maramboi Tented Lodge in Karatu, or if you fly will overnight at Mara Mara Tented Lodge.
Serengeti National Park
Full Board FB
Airport transfers, 4X4 Safari Car with Pop up Roof
Wildlife to Spot
Included Activities & Experiences
Serengeti North – Kogatende
After an enjoyable breakfast at the camp, spend a full day exploring the northern Serengeti around Kogatende. Continue witnessing the Great Migration and enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing, including the opportunity to observe a pride of up to thirty lions, as well as other local fauna.
Enjoy a hearty picnic lunch served by your knowledgeable driver-guide, or return to camp for lunch before continuing with the afternoon game drive.
In the late afternoon, return to Mara Mara Tented Lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay, surrounded by the unique beauty of the Serengeti.
Optional Activity:
Rise early for an unforgettable hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti, followed by breakfast at the camp.
Serengeti National Park
Full Board FB
4X4 Safari Car with Pop up Roof
Mara Mara Tented Lodge
No images available for this accommodation.
Wildlife to Spot
Included Activities & Experiences
Optional Add-ons (Extra Cost)
Serengeti National Park – Kogatende & Mara River
After breakfast at the camp, continue your exploration of the northern Serengeti with a full-day game drive around the Kogatende and Mara River areas. Search for the Great Migration herds as they move through the region, with the possibility of witnessing the spectacular Mara River crossing, one of the most dramatic experiences of the migration.
Spend the day observing the herds and the abundant wildlife of the northern Serengeti while enjoying the breathtaking landscapes and expert insights from your driver-guide.
Return to Mara Mara Tented Lodge in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight, taking time to relax after another memorable day in the Serengeti.
Serengeti National Park
Full Board FB
4X4 Safari Car with Pop up Roof
Mara Mara Tented Lodge
No images available for this accommodation.
Wildlife to Spot
Included Activities & Experiences
Optional Add-ons (Extra Cost)
Morning in Serengeti, Afternoon in Ngorongoro
Today we wake up early and start the day with a beautiful sunrise game drive. There's something truly magical about experiencing the African wilderness at sunrise, and a sunrise game drive is one of the best ways to do so. The early morning is an incredible time to spot some of the park's most elusive and active wildlife, including lions, leopards, and hyenas. The cooler temperatures and softer light create the perfect conditions for a memorable safari adventure, as you journey through the park's vast savannahs and grasslands.
In the afternoon, it will be time to head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, the journey to the park is an adventure in itself, as you traverse winding roads through breathtaking scenery.
In the evening you overnight at Melia in Ngorongoro.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Full Board FB
4X4 Safari Car with Pop up Roof
Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá
Wildlife to Spot
Included Activities & Experiences
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
This unique natural wonder is home to an incredible array of wildlife, from herds of grazing antelope to majestic lions and towering elephants. Journeying through the crater on a game drive, you'll have the chance to spot some of the park's most iconic species, including black rhinoceros, hippos, and wildebeest. Your experienced guide will share insights into the ecology of the region, as well as stories and facts about the fascinating behaviors of the park's many species.
The Ngorongoro Crater is a particularly special location for a game drive due to its enclosed nature. Surrounded by towering walls, the crater forms a natural amphitheater that makes it easy to spot a wide range of wildlife. You'll travel through lush forests and open savannahs, taking in breathtaking views of the crater floor and its many inhabitants. As your safari adventure concludes in the afternoon, we'll drive en route to Arusha for your flight back home.
Alternatively, continue to your booked hotel for an overnight stay at Arusha.
End of tour.
We hope you've had an unforgettable experience with us in the heart of Serengeti National Park. Safe travels, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in the future!
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Half Board HB
Airport transfers, 4X4 Safari Car with Pop up Roof
Wildlife to Spot
Included Activities & Experiences
What's Included
Included
- All applicable park entry fees as per the program
- Government taxes & local levies
- Unlimited game drives/all activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- Service of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
- Private Transport in a customized pop-up top 4 x 4 safari Land Cruiser with plugs to charge mobile and camera, also with an intercooler to keep drinks cold & and a full AC system
- All Taxes/VAT
- Pick up and drop off at the airport
- Picnic Lunch or hot Lunch on safari depending on the onward program
- Meals on Full board and accommodation (Unless listed as an upgrade) on safari as indicated on the program shared
- Unlimited drinking water (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Refreshments during safari in Safari vehicle
- Two binoculars
- 24-hour support
Excluded
- International flights (From/to home)
- Domestic Flight (From Arusha to Zanzibar)
- Medical/luggage Insurance
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, Visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.)
- Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Any extra orders at meals are not included. Set menu meals are part of the package