5-Day Serengeti Migration Safari
Embark on a thrilling 5-day safari through the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, with a high likelihood of encountering the iconic Big Five and witnessing the breathtaking Great Wildebeest Migration on the Serengeti plains.
The Serengeti Great Migration is celebrated as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Here, you’ll marvel at the vast plains teeming with massive herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle, while the rivers are home to formidable Nile crocodiles lurking in the waters. The safari experience here is unparalleled, with a diverse landscape of volcanic grasslands, expansive plains, rocky outcrops, rivers, and forests. Depending on the season, you’ll have the chance to witness this awe-inspiring natural spectacle in all its glory.
The migratory herds attract some of Africa’s most formidable predators, so expect to see big cats, crocodiles, and hyenas in close proximity as you track the Migration.
Itinerary Highlights:
- Day 1: Travel from Arusha to Central Serengeti.
- Day 2: Journey from Central Serengeti to North Serengeti.
- Day 3: Return from North Serengeti to Central Serengeti.
- Day 4: Move from Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro.
- Day 5: Explore Ngorongoro Crater and return to Arusha.
Day 1: Arusha to Central Serengeti
Upon your arrival in the Serengeti North (Kogatende area), our friendly and experienced driver-guide will warmly welcome you. Your adventure begins with an exciting full-day game drive in Serengeti North, where you’ll have the chance to witness the spectacular Great Migration. Discover the diverse wildlife of the Serengeti, known for its “Big Five” and a remarkable lion population exceeding 3,000. Prepare for an extraordinary safari experience.
Accommodation:
✓ Name: Serengeti Queens Camp / Nyumbani Collection / Serengeti Safari Lodge
✓ Type: Tented Lodge
Day 2: Central Serengeti to North Serengeti
Today, you can choose between a leisurely breakfast followed by game drives starting at 9 AM with lunch on the go, or an early 6 AM departure for a morning game drive. We will explore the central Serengeti and travel north, where the terrain transitions to rolling hills and rocky landscapes. Expect to see zebras, gazelles, buffaloes, and more. We’ll enjoy a picnic lunch en route and, if time allows, visit the Mara River. Return to your accommodation for dinner and relaxation.
Accommodation:
✓ Name: Untamed Migration Camp / Under Canvas Tented Camp
✓ Type: Tented Lodge
Day 3: North Serengeti to Central Serengeti
Choose between a late breakfast and game drives starting at 9 AM with a packed lunch or an early 6 AM departure for a game drive. After breakfast, we will journey back to Central Serengeti, a four-hour drive that includes wildlife sightings along the way. The terrain will shift back to expansive grasslands as we approach Seronera. Watch for lion prides as we travel. Enjoy a lunch on the move, and after a full day, return to your accommodation for dinner and a restful night.
Accommodation:
✓ Name: Serengeti Queens Camp / Nyumbani Collection / Serengeti Safari Lodge
Day 4: Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Following breakfast, embark on a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Later, we will travel to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying a picnic lunch along the way. The Ngorongoro Crater, a vast collapsed volcanic caldera surrounded by extinct volcanoes, is home to approximately 30,000 animals. After a day of exploration, enjoy dinner and a relaxing evening at your camp.
Accommodation:
✓ Name: Ang’ata Tented Camp
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Arusha
We start early, around 6:30 AM, with a brief breakfast before descending into the crater floor for a 5-hour game drive. The expansive crater is rich in wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, hippos, cheetahs, and more. After a picnic lunch by the Hippo Pool, we will ascend from the crater and drive back to Arusha, arriving around 6 PM. It’s time to say goodbye, leaving with unforgettable memories of your safari adventure.
Inclusions
- Park entry fees
- All activities (except those marked as optional)
- Accommodations as outlined in the itinerary
- Services of a professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless marked as optional)
- All Taxes and VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- All meals (as detailed in the day-to-day itinerary)
Exclusions
- International flights (to/from your home country)
- Additional accommodations before and after the tour
- Tips (suggested amount: US$30.00 per person per day)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government-mandated increases in taxes or park fees
- Alcoholic beverages
- $4,200 per person for solo travelers
- $2,905 per person for two travelers
- $2,605 per person for three travelers
- $2,544 per person for four travelers
- $2,455 per person for five travelers
- $2,300 per person for six travelers