7 Days Serengeti migration safari
One of the most sought-after experiences for wildlife and nature enthusiasts is the Great Migration. This is an ever-moving circular migration of over a million animals across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem. Notably, this phenomenon involves the constant movement of columns of wildebeest. However, this joined by a host of companions, following an age-old route in search of grazing and water. But, after calving in the southern part of Tanzania’s Serengeti near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. the animals journey through the Serengeti in a clockwise direction towards the Masai Mara in Kenya. Subsequently, they return near the end of the year. Along the way, high drama unfolds as predators take thousands of animals. Not only thousands more are born, but also, replenishing the numbers and sustaining the circle of life.
Therefore, the circuit takes the animals from the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. (although not into the Crater itself) south of the Serengeti in Tanzania. Then, they journey up through the Serengeti, across into the Masai Mara in Kenya, and back again. However, this journey is perilous: young calves are snatched by predators; a pride of lions slows them down; brave beasts break legs on steep river slopes; crocodiles take their share of the stragglers, and the weak and exhausted drown.
Day by day highlights:
- Day 1: A Rivertrees Country Inn retreat
- Days 2: Lake Manyara
- Day 3-4: Ndutu Area
- Day 5: The Serengeti
- Day 6: Journey to the Ngorongoro Crater | 1 Night
- Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater
Tour Features:
Game Drives
Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.
Luxury Safari
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Meals & Drinks Included
All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.
Recommended dates
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Day 1: A Rivertrees Country Inn retreat
- Arusha, Tanzania
This 7 Days Serengeti migration safari begins with your arrival at Arusha’s Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you are met by a tour representative and driven to Rivertrees Country Inn. Lying an hour out of town on the foothills of Mount Meru and with distant views of Kilimanjaro, the tallest peak in Africa, Rivertrees is the ideal place to rest and relax after your journey. There is a swimming pool, sun deck, and complimentary Wi-Fi to catch up with news from home. The lodge has several exciting trails along the banks of the USA River if you would like to stretch your legs and look for local wildlife like birds and perhaps a monkey or two.
- Driving Distance: 35 / km (30 Mins)
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Lake Manyara
- Lake Manyara, Tanzania
After breakfast at Rivertrees, you drive to Lake Manyara, one of the Rift Valley’s most famous lakes and home to impressive concentrations of birds and large mammals. However, there is time for an afternoon drive in Lake Manyara National Park before checking in at An eye-catching lodge in Manyara’s Secret, Small-scale with exceptional service and exclusive personal attention. The weather is always great here. Your lodge suite is large enough to hold a double bed and luggage racks; each has a private bathroom attached. then, the next day is spent in the national park, beginning with a morning walk along the lakeshore, followed by a game drive that turns into a spot-lit night drive, your chance to see Africa’s nocturnal creatures on the prowl. You return to candlelight and have a delicious dinner at the Lodge.
- Accommodation:
- Meal Plan – • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Driving Distance: 120 / km (2Hours)
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3-4: Ndutu Area
- Ndutu Area, Tanzania
After breakfast, we will set off for the Ndutu area, part of the Ngorongoro conservation area, and part of the southern Serengeti ecosystem. Ndutu, like most other rift lakes, is alkaline. However, the water is still drinkable and consumed by many local wildlife. Most wildebeest migration is usually found on the short-grass plains from December to April. The area is usually heavily populated with elephants, birds, and resident game.
You will witness herds of wildebeest and zebras, especially during a short time frame from around February, lasting about four months, when most wildebeest calves are present.
- But, Driving Distance is: 113 / km (2Hours)
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: The Serengeti
- Serengeti, Tanzania
After a picnic lunch, you begin the journey to the central Serengeti and Asanja Moru Camp, your home for the next two nights. A stunning location near the moru kopjes assures gold-standard game viewing throughout the year. The region is most dramatic during the mid-year months when the Wildebeest Migration thunders in. You have two days of morning and afternoon drives to look forward to, returning each evening to a comfortable tented suite with solar-powered lighting and 3-course dinners served under the stars.
- Therefore, driving Distance: 67 / km (1Hour)
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Journey to the Ngorongoro Crater | 1 Night
- Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
Enjoy early breakfast and have a half-day wildlife game viewing into the Serengeti; then, we depart to Ngorongoro Conservation Area with a game drive en route.
- Also, driving Distance is: 145 / km (2 hrs)
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater
- Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
After breakfast, you descend into the crater and enjoy a game drive in the crater. Therefore, Ngorongoro Crater is one of the world’s most densely populated African wildlife areas. It is home to 30,000 animals, including some of Tanzania’s last remaining black rhinos.
The crater, supported by a year-round water supply and fodder, sustains various animals, including herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants. Furthermore, another big drawcard to this picturesque national park is its vast population of predators, including lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the ever-elusive leopard. Additionally, we will enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor.
late afternoon drive to Maasai village for a cultural tour, and will then transfer back to Arusha or Airport for your next destination.
- Also, driving Distance is: 154 / km ( 2 hrs )
Therefore, this marks the end of 7 Days Serengeti migration safari
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch
The package includes:
- 24/7 Service
- All Activities
- Internet Access
- 4×4 Safari Jeep
- Park Fee and Taxes
- Hand-Selected Luxury Accommodations
- Complete Breakfast Daily; Select Lunches and Dinners
- English-Speaking Resident Local Guides
- Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
- Guaranteed Departures with Just Two Guests
- 7 Days Serengeti migration safari
The package excludes:
- International flights
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
