Wildlife on the Great Migration safari in Tanzania

8-Day Great Migration Safari

Follow the wildebeest. We time your camps to the herds' position — northern Serengeti and the Mara River crossings from July to September, the southern calving plains from December to March.

Duration
8 days
From (per person)
$2,750
Best for
Wildlife photographers and guests chasing the migration spectacle.
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Trip highlights

Why guests choose this trip

  • Camps positioned with the herds, not against them
  • Mara River crossing potential in season
  • Northern and central Serengeti plus the crater
  • Long, unhurried days in the field

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arusha to Tarangire

    Afternoon game drive in elephant country.

  2. Day 2

    Tarangire to Central Serengeti

    Long scenic transfer with an afternoon drive in Seronera.

  3. Day 3

    Central Serengeti

    Full day of big-cat tracking and plains game.

  4. Day 4

    Central to Northern Serengeti

    Game-drive transfer north towards the Kogatende and Mara River area.

  5. Day 5

    Northern Serengeti

    Full day at the river crossing points, waiting with the herds.

  6. Day 6

    Northern Serengeti

    Second full day in the north for another crossing chance and resident predators.

  7. Day 7

    Serengeti to Ngorongoro rim

    Drive south with game viewing, overnight on the crater rim.

  8. Day 8

    Crater floor and return to Arusha

    Morning crater descent, then the drive back to Arusha or the airport.

What's included

  • Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and English-speaking guide
  • All park, crater service and concession fees
  • Full-board camps positioned for the migration
  • Internal Serengeti park transfers and drinking water
  • All airport and hotel transfers

Not included

  • Flights and visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Balloon safari (optional)
  • Drinks and guide tips

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Gold dates are prime trekking and game-viewing season.

November 2026
Prime season Shoulder season Closed (long rains)

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  • Prime season: January, February, June to October — dry trails, clear summit views and peak Serengeti wildlife.
  • Shoulder season: March, November, December — quieter mountain, occasional afternoon showers, lower rates.
  • Long rains — closed: April and May: we do not run climbs for safety reasons. Safaris can still be arranged on request.

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