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Wildebeest stampeding across the Mara River during the Great Migration

Migration Safari · 9 Days

Follow the
Great Migration.

A million wildebeest. Four wilderness stages. Nine days that will redefine what you thought possible.

The Journey

Nine Days.
Four Wilderness Stages.

The Migration Safari is our most comprehensive Northern Circuit experience. Fly into the remote north of the Serengeti and spend two days tracking the wildebeest herds where the river crossings happen. Push south into the central Serengeti, visit a Maasai village on the Ngorongoro Highlands, descend into the crater, and end with Tarangire's elephants.

Fly-in to the north. Game drive south. Four ecosystems. The complete story.

Package at a Glance

Duration

9 Days / 8 Nights

Price

From $2,700

Destinations

North & Central Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire

Ideal for

Wildlife Enthusiasts

Departs

Arusha Airport

Group style

Fully private

Day by Day

Your Itinerary

1

Day I

Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Our team meets you on arrival and transfers you to your lodge in Arusha. Evening briefing with your guide covers the route, animals, and what to expect in the northern Serengeti.

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Day II

Fly to Northern Serengeti

Charter flight from Arusha directly to the northern Serengeti — the realm of the Mara River crossings. Land at a remote airstrip and transfer to your camp, where the migration routes pass within metres. Afternoon game drive to orient yourself in this wild corner of the plains.

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Days III & IV

Full Days — Northern Serengeti

Two full days dedicated entirely to the northern Serengeti. Your guide tracks the herds and positions the vehicle at the riverbank. The crossings are unpredictable — crocodiles wait below, wildebeest pace the banks — and when they go, the ground shakes. Between crossings, the big cat action is extraordinary: lions, leopards, and cheetahs all call this stretch home.

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Day V

Full Day — Central Serengeti

Drive south into the Central Serengeti — the classic open plains where David Attenborough's footage was shot. Resident lion prides, cheetah families, and vast herds of zebra and gazelle. A completely different character from the north, but equally magnetic.

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Day VI

Transit to Ngorongoro & Maasai Village Visit

Drive east from the Serengeti toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, stop at a traditional Maasai village — a genuine cultural exchange that reveals how the Maasai have coexisted with wildlife for centuries. Arrive at your crater-rim lodge in time for sunset over the caldera.

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Day VII

Crater Game Drive — Ngorongoro

Descend at dawn into the Ngorongoro Crater — 600 metres down into a world unlike any other. All of the Big Five roam this enclosed ecosystem. Spend the morning tracking black rhino, lions, and flamingo-fringed Lake Magadi before ascending the rim in the afternoon.

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Day VIII

Tarangire National Park

The final game drive takes you to Tarangire — Tanzania's most underrated park. The Tarangire River draws wildlife in extraordinary numbers: elephant herds in the hundreds, tree-climbing lions, massive baobabs, and over 550 bird species. A day that often surprises guests the most.

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Day IX

Departure

Transfer from Tarangire back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport. Your guide will make sure you are at the airport with time to spare. Nine days in the wild — and a perspective on the world that never quite leaves you.

Aerial view of the northern Serengeti plains at golden hour

No Hidden Costs

What's Included

Included

  • Charter flight Arusha → North Serengeti
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Expert private safari guide
  • All park, conservation area & Maasai village fees
  • Accommodation as per itinerary (8 nights)
  • Full board — all meals included
  • Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
  • Bottled water throughout the safari
  • Bush breakfast & in-field sundowner drinks
  • Maasai village cultural experience

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses & souvenirs

The Migration Awaits

Nine Days.
Follow the Herd.

The best dates to see river crossings depend on the year. Speak with a specialist to time your visit perfectly.