6 days Wildebeest Migration Crossing Safari

River Crossing Season

Safari Overview

 
 
Embark on the ultimate adventure with this comfortable private safari from Arusha into the heart of the Serengeti. Journey through Tanzania’s most stunning landscapes—from the elephant-filled plains of Tarangire National Park and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater to the iconic Serengeti savannahs. Stay in carefully selected comfortable accommodations, witness the Big Five in their natural habitat, and fall asleep under the African stars. This well-paced itinerary combines thrilling game drives with relaxed evenings, delivering a memorable and immersive safari experience.
serengeti wildebeest crossing safari

6 days Wildebeest Migration Crossing Safari

Detailed Itinerary

Arrival

You will be collected from the airport.

Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged at an extra cost.

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your driver-guide will collect you from Kilimanjaro International Airport (or Arusha) with a picnic lunch and transfer you to Tarangire National Park. One of the lesser-visited yet highly rewarding parks, Tarangire is famous for its majestic herds of elephants roaming among iconic baobab trees. Home to one of the highest concentrations of elephants in Africa, the park often reveals herds of up to 300 animals gathering around the Tarangire River to drink or enjoy cooling mud baths. Beyond elephants, Tarangire is a paradise for bird lovers and also supports lions, leopards, cheetahs, and even tree-climbing pythons. After a full day of game drives, transfer to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit: July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season: June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather: June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP: Elephant (Abundant), Giraffe (Common), Lion (Common), Buffalo (Abundant), Zebra (Abundant), Wildebeest (Abundant) – and more

Accommodation: Hhando Coffee Lodge – Mid-range lodge located 1–2 hours’ drive from Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) | Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an extraordinary full-morning game drive with a packed picnic lunch. Often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World” and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the crater is renowned for its dense wildlife population and is one of the best places to spot the Big Five. Lions and Cape buffalo are almost guaranteed year-round, with excellent chances of seeing black rhinos, elephants, and other species. Around 2:00 pm, ascend from the crater and continue your journey into Serengeti National Park. Arrive at your comfortable accommodation for dinner, relaxation, and overnight.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit: June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season: Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather: June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater: Black Rhino (Common), Lion (Common), Buffalo (Abundant), Zebra (Abundant), Wildebeest (Abundant), Hyena (Abundant) – and more

Accommodation: Mbuni Serengeti Camp – Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks: All meals included | Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3: Central Serengeti National Park Game Drive

After a delicious breakfast, embark on an unforgettable full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park. Begin pre-dawn with coffee and anticipation, then board your 4×4 to explore the vast savannah. Witness grazing zebras, towering giraffes, and trumpeting elephants, while searching for elusive predators such as lions and cheetahs. Marvel at the diverse landscapes—from rocky kopjes to acacia woodlands. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the shade of a majestic tree before continuing your exploration as the golden light of late afternoon bathes the plains. Return to camp as the sun sets, carrying memories of the Serengeti’s breathtaking beauty and the thrill of encountering Africa’s wildlife.

Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit: January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season: July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather: June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP: Elephant (Common), Lion (Common), Cheetah (Common), Buffalo (Abundant), Zebra (Abundant), Wildebeest (Abundant) – and more

Accommodation: Mbuni Migration Camp

Meals & Drinks: All meals included | Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4: Northern Serengeti National Park Game Drive

After breakfast at camp, depart with a picnic lunch for a full day of game viewing focused on the Great Migration. Continue your safari deeper into Serengeti National Park, whose endless plains and abundance of wildlife have featured in some of the world’s most impressive nature documentaries. The annual wildebeest migration—involving more than a million animals—is the highlight of the Serengeti and a true spectacle, especially when herds of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River. Together with your private guide, you will search for the herds across the plains while also looking for resident wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, leopards, and many other species. Return to your tented camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Mbuni Migration Camp

Meals & Drinks: All meals included | Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5: Central Serengeti National Park Game Drive

After a fresh breakfast at camp, set out for another full-day game drive in the Central Serengeti, one of the most wildlife-rich areas of the park. This region is famous for its abundant resident wildlife and offers excellent chances to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and large herds of plains game throughout the day. Explore the vast plains and kopjes of the Seronera area, where predators are often seen hunting or resting in the shade. A picnic lunch will be served in the bush, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the wild. After an unforgettable day of wildlife viewing, return to your camp in the Central Serengeti for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the authentic atmosphere of the African wilderness.

Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Mbuni Serengeti Camp – Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks: All meals included | Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6: Central Serengeti National Park – Transfer to Arusha

Before transferring to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport, enjoy a refreshing early-morning game drive—one final opportunity to witness the stunning wildlife and landscapes of the Serengeti while animals are most active. After the game drive, we will ensure a smooth and comfortable transfer to your destination, bringing your safari to a memorable close.

Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) | Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged at an extra cost.

You will be dropped off at the airport.

 

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