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10 Days Great Migration Safari

10 Days Great Migration Safari

10 days designed to place you in the heart of the Great Wildebeest Migration. The journey begins in the remote Northern Serengeti, where the dramatic Mara River crossings unfold, before continuing to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire.

With seamless scenic flights, private guiding, handpicked luxury camps and moments like a sunrise balloon safari, it pairs raw wilderness with refined comfort. Read more in the Tanzania destination guide, or browse all our Tanzania safaris.

Trip Highlights

  • The Great Migration and the Mara River crossings (seasonal)
  • Three days in the wildlife-rich Northern Serengeti
  • Big Five on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater
  • Tarangire's elephant herds and baobab-dotted plains
  • Optional sunrise hot air balloon and champagne breakfast
  • A cultural visit to the village of Mto wa Mbu

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Tanzania, Kilimanjaro

On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport you are warmly welcomed by your professional driver-guide and transferred to your luxury lodge in Arusha. You enjoy a relaxed evening, fine dining and personalised hospitality as you prepare for your safari adventure.
Day 2

Scenic Flight to Northern Serengeti

After breakfast you transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to the Northern Serengeti. Met by your private guide, you enjoy a short game drive en route to your luxury tented camp, and after lunch and some relaxation head out for your first evening game drive in this wildlife-rich region.
Day 3

The Great Migration Experience

A full day in the Northern Serengeti, one of the best locations to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal). You track vast herds as they gather along the Mara River, where dramatic crossings filled with tension and raw beauty may unfold, with your expert guide always positioning you for the best encounters, plus unlimited game drives, bush picnics and sunset sundowners.
Day 4

Mara River Crossings

Another extraordinary day among the migration, watching the tension and raw beauty of the river crossings and the predators that shadow the herds. For a truly unforgettable perspective, you may opt for a sunrise hot air balloon safari followed by a champagne breakfast in the wilderness.
Day 5

More of the Northern Serengeti

A third day in this superb, uncrowded corner of the park, with the freedom to follow the light and the action across the plains, from vast herds to lion, cheetah and leopard, at an unhurried and exclusive pace.
Day 6

Journey to Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast you transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Met on arrival, you are transferred to your luxury lodge set in the lush highlands, with its breathtaking views and tranquil atmosphere.
Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

You descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife havens, for a full-day game drive across its floor and its incredible concentration of wildlife including the Big Five, with a scenic picnic lunch enhancing the experience.
Day 8

Cultural Experience & Transfer to Tarangire

After breakfast you journey to Tarangire with a cultural stop at the vibrant village of Mto wa Mbu, enjoying a guided walk, local interactions and a taste of authentic Tanzanian life. On arrival in Tarangire you check in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 9

Full-Day Tarangire Safari

A full day exploring Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab-dotted landscapes, with morning and afternoon game drives in search of lion, giraffe, zebra and diverse birdlife alongside your private guide.
Day 10

Departure, Return to Kilimanjaro

After a relaxed breakfast you transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Kilimanjaro, departing with unforgettable memories of Tanzania's most iconic wildlife experiences.

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

  • All meals as specified, including gourmet dining experiences
  • All game drives and activities as outlined
  • Park entrance and conservation fees
  • Private luxury 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional driver guide
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • Scheduled flights between Arusha, the Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire
  • Drinking water and a reusable bottle
  • Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages

Not Included

  • International airfares
  • Travel insurance, visa fees and personal expenses
  • Optional activities such as the hot air balloon unless specified
  • Tips and gratuities for guides and staff
  • Any government-imposed increases in taxes or park fees
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