9 Days / 8 Nights Great Migration Tanzania Safari

Nature’s Grandest Spectacle – From Tarangire to the Mara River

Embark on a front-row journey to one of the world’s most breathtaking wildlife phenomena — the Great Wildebeest Migration. This 9-day adventure traverses Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes, from the baobab-studded plains of Tarangire to the mighty Ngorongoro Crater and the dramatic river crossings of the northern Serengeti.

Led by expert guides and hosted in elegant lodges and luxury tented camps, this safari offers immersive game drives, authentic cultural encounters, and unforgettable moments in the wild.

✧ Safari Highlights

Explore four legendary parks: Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Central & Northern Serengeti
Witness dramatic Mara River crossings during peak migration season
Track big cats and elephants through ancient baobab forests
Visit vibrant local markets and enjoy a Swahili-style lunch in Mto wa Mbu
Travel in comfort with a seamless mix of game drives and a scenic bush flight

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Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Welcome to Tanzania – Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll be met by your private driver-guide and transferred to your tranquil lodge in Arusha. Enjoy a warm welcome dinner and prepare for the journey ahead.

Accommodation Options:

Tumbili Lodge
Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge
Arusha Coffee Lodge
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Tarangire National Park – Baobabs & Giants

Drive to Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem famed for its massive elephant herds and towering baobabs. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch and game drives through a landscape teeming with buffalo, giraffes, antelopes, and over 500 bird species.

Accommodation Options:

Angata Tarangire Camp
Ndovu Camp
Mpingo Ridge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Sunrise Safari & Local Encounters

Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Tarangire, seeking out predators before the heat sets in. After breakfast, drive to Mto wa Mbu for an authentic Swahili-style lunch and optional visit to the bustling local market. Continue to the lush Karatu Highlands for rest and relaxation.

Accommodation Options:

Bougainvillea Lodge
Plantation Lodge
The Manor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Africa’s Eden

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater brimming with wildlife. Game drives reveal lions, zebras, elephants, and possibly the elusive black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before returning to your lodge.

Accommodation Options:

Bougainvillea Lodge
Plantation Lodge
The Manor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Into the Serengeti – Land of Big Cats

Today, journey through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and into the legendary Serengeti. Enjoy afternoon game drives in the Seronera region, known for its resident lion prides and granite kopjes. End the day with sundowners by the fire.

Accommodation Options:

Kenzan Tented Camp
Nyumbani Camp
Nanyukie
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Northward Migration – Toward the Mara River

Embark on morning game drives in Central Serengeti, then begin your journey northward in search of the migrating herds. Expect action-packed sightings along the way — from galloping wildebeest to lurking predators.

Accommodation Options:

Kenzan Mara Camp
Mara Under Canvas
Kuria Hills
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 7 & 8: The Great Migration – River Crossings & Raw Drama

Spend two unforgettable days in the Kogatende region, where the Mara River becomes the stage for the iconic wildebeest crossings. Rise early for game drives or spend full days out with picnic lunches — the action is unpredictable and wild.

Accommodation Options:

Kenzan Mara Camp
Mara Under Canvas
Kuria Hills
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Bush Flight & Farewell

Enjoy a final game drive en route to the Kogatende Airstrip, where you’ll board a scenic bush flight back to Arusha. Upon arrival, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Inclusions:

Park fees, Conservation and Community Development fees
Midrange lodge and tented camp accommodation as stipulated
Meals as stipulated |B Breakfast, L Lunch, D Dinner
Complimentary mineral water x1.5 liters per person in the safari vehicle
4×4 game viewing vehicles plus driver guide (window seat guaranteed)
Unlimited game drives
Emergency Evacuation Cover
All transfers and activities as mentioned above

Exclusions:

Tips suggested: Driver guide $10 per person sharing the vehicle per day
Drinks apart from 1,5 liter mineral water during the safari
Visa and airport departure tax
Items of personal nature and not mentioned in the above itinerary
Covid testing if necessary for your international departing flight – test fees, hospital service fees and any additional transport are at your own costs.
All pricing is subject to change due to changes which are out of our control such as government fees, taxes, fuel price increases, park fees etc