Witness one of nature’s greatest spectacles — the Great Migration river crossings in Northern Serengeti. This 7‑day adventure takes you from Arusha to the legendary Mara River, with expert guiding, comfortable lodges, and the chance to see thousands of wildebeest braving crocodile‑filled waters.
Highlights
Expert guides to witness wildebeest & zebra river crossings
Tarangire National Park with giant elephants & baobabs
2 full days in Northern Serengeti (Mara River crossings)
Central Serengeti & Ngorongora Crater game drives
Scenic flights from Arusha to Northern Serengeti
Accommodation in comfortable lodges & tented camps
All park fees, crater service & internal flights included
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha Accommodation: Arusha Lodge/Hotel Description: Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your safari representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Relax after your journey and enjoy a safari briefing ahead of the unforgettable migration experience. Dinner and overnight in Arusha. Meals: Dinner
Itinerary
Day 2: Tarangire National Park - Ndutu Region Accommodation: Ndutu Lodge/Tented Camp Description: After breakfast, depart Arusha and travel toward the Ndutu Region, passing through scenic landscapes and wildlife-rich areas. En route, enjoy game viewing and lunch before arriving in Ndutu, the heart of the Great Migration calving season. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Full Game Drive in Ndutu Region (Calving Season) Accommodation: Ndutu Lodge/Tented Camp Description: Spend a full day exploring the Ndutu plains, where vast herds of wildebeest and zebras gather to give birth between January and March. Witness newborn calves taking their first steps, while predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas closely follow the herds. Enjoy flexible game drives with a picnic lunch before returning to camp for dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Ndutu - Central Serengeti National Park Accommodation: Central Serengeti Lodge/Camp Description: After breakfast, continue north toward Central Serengeti. Enjoy game viewing as the landscape transitions from open plains to the wildlife-rich Seronera Valley. Arrive in Central Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive, searching for resident predators and large herbivore herds. Dinner and overnight at your camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Full Day in Central Serengeti National Park Accommodation: Central Serengeti Lodge/Camp Description: Enjoy a full day of game drives in Central Serengeti, one of Tanzania’s most productive wildlife regions. Spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and buffalo throughout the day. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and continue exploring until late afternoon. Return to camp for dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Conservation Area Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Rim/Highlands Lodge Description: Begin the day with a morning game drive before departing Serengeti for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Travel through scenic highlands with wildlife sightings along the way. Arrive at your lodge near the crater rim or surrounding highlands in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater - Kilimanjaro Airport Accommodation: Not included Description: After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The crater floor is home to the Big Five, including the rare black rhino, along with dense populations of wildlife. After a picnic lunch, ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha or transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Inclusions
Park fees, crater service & government taxes
Private 4x4 safari vehicle & professional guide
Domestic flights: Arusha → Northern Serengeti
All meals as specified (gourmet safari dining)
Accommodation as per itinerary ( lodges, & camps)
Bottled water & safari snacks
All airport/airstrip transfers
Exclusions
International flights
Visa fees & travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses (drinks not mentioned, souvenirs)
Optional activities (balloon safari, etc.)