7-Day Great Migration Safari

Safari Overview

Witness one of nature's most spectacular phenomena on our exclusive 7-Day Great Migration Safari! This once-in-a-lifetime adventure takes you to the heart of the Serengeti to witness the annual migration of over two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles as they cross the vast plains in search of fresh grazing—truly one of the world's most awe-inspiring wildlife experiences!

This comprehensive safari combines the best of the Northern Circuit with extended time in the Serengeti to maximize your chances of witnessing river crossings, predator interactions, and the raw drama of the migration. With three full days in the Serengeti, you'll have unparalleled opportunities to photograph this incredible natural spectacle while staying in comfortable lodges that bring you closer to the action.

Safari Highlights

• Witness the Great Migration—millions of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Serengeti plains!
• Experience dramatic river crossings where crocodiles await (seasonal)—nature's most thrilling spectacle!
• Explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Africa's "Garden of Eden"
• See thousands of elephants in Tarangire, known as the "Elephant Playground"
• Spot the Big Five—lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos
• Enjoy three full days in the Serengeti for maximum migration sightings

Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Zanzibar – Tarangire National Park

05:00 AM - Morning Pickup: Your safari adventure begins with a hotel pickup and transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your early morning flight to Arusha.

08:00 AM - Arrival in Arusha: Meet your experienced safari guide and depart for Tarangire National Park.

09:30 AM - Morning Game Drive: Enter Tarangire and begin your first game drive. Keep your camera ready for massive elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, and the park's famous tree-climbing lions.

12:30 PM - Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a scenic picnic site near a hippo pond.

02:00 PM - Afternoon Game Drive: Continue exploring Tarangire's wilderness, searching for leopards, wildebeests, and over 500 bird species.

05:00 PM - Departure to Ngorongoro: Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area and check into your lodge. Enjoy dinner and rest.

Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti

06:00 AM - Descend into the Crater: Early morning descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular game drive in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

06:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Crater Exploration: Search for the Big Five—lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos. The crater supports the highest density of wildlife in Africa.

12:30 PM - Picnic Lunch: Enjoy lunch at a designated spot with stunning crater views.

01:30 PM - Departure to Serengeti: Drive through the conservation area and enter the world-famous Serengeti.

04:00 PM - Evening Game Drive: Begin exploring the Serengeti and head towards the migration corridors.

06:00 PM - Check-in at Lodge: Arrive at your lodge, enjoy dinner, and overnight in the heart of the Serengeti.

Day 3: Full Day Great Migration

06:00 AM - Morning Game Drive: Rise early to witness the migration in action. Watch herds of wildebeest and zebras grazing across the plains as far as the eye can see.

10:00 AM - Return to Lodge: Return to your lodge for breakfast and some relaxation.

12:00 PM - Midday Break: Enjoy lunch at your lodge and rest during the heat of the day.

03:00 PM - Afternoon Game Drive: Head towards the river areas where crossings often occur (seasonal—typically December-April).

06:00 PM - Sunset Game Drive: Watch the African sunset over the savanna while keeping watch for predators following the herds.

07:00 PM - Return to Lodge: Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Great Migration Exploration

06:00 AM - Full Day Game Drive: Spend the entire day following the migration. Your expert guide will track the herds and take you to the best viewing locations.

12:00 PM - Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush while watching the migration unfold before your eyes.

01:00 PM - 06:00 PM - Continue Exploration: Continue tracking the herds and looking for dramatic river crossings where crocodiles wait for unwary travelers.

06:00 PM - Return to Lodge: Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Serengeti – Central Serengeti

06:00 AM - Morning Game Drive: Another early morning to capture the migration at sunrise when predators are most active.

10:00 AM - Return to Lodge: Return to your lodge for breakfast.

11:00 AM - Transfer to Central Serengeti: Move to the central region of the Serengeti for more migration viewing opportunities.

03:00 PM - Afternoon Game Drive: Explore the central plains and look for large herds of wildebeest and zebras.

06:00 PM - Return to Lodge: Dinner and overnight in the central Serengeti.

Day 6: Central Serengeti – Lake Manyara

06:00 AM - Morning Game Drive: One last morning game drive in the Serengeti to capture any final migration moments.

10:00 AM - Return to Lodge: Return to your lodge for breakfast.

11:00 AM - Departure to Lake Manyara: Drive to Lake Manyara National Park.

02:00 PM - Lunch: Enjoy lunch en-route or at your lodge.

03:00 PM - Afternoon Game Drive: Explore Lake Manyara's diverse ecosystems—from groundwater forests to soda lake shores.

06:00 PM - Check-in at Lodge: Check into your lodge, enjoy dinner and overnight.

Day 7: Lake Manyara – Zanzibar

06:00 AM - Morning Game Drive: Final morning game drive in Lake Manyara, looking for tree-climbing lions and flamingos.

09:00 AM - Return to Lodge: Return for breakfast.

10:00 AM - Departure to Arusha: Drive back to Arusha.

01:00 PM - Lunch in Arusha: Enjoy a final lunch in Arusha town.

02:00 PM - Transfer to Airport: Transfer to Arusha Airport for your return flight to Zanzibar.

05:00 PM - Evening Dropoff: Arrive back in Zanzibar with incredible memories of witnessing the Great Migration!

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