5 Days Serengeti Migration Night Game-Drive Safari
Book a 5-day Serengeti Migration night game-drive safari. Track nocturnal predators and see the Great Migration in Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro.
View packageJoin a 6-day Serengeti Migration night game-drive safari to see nocturnal animals in Tarangire and the massive wildebeest migration in the Serengeti.
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This 6-day Serengeti Migration night game-drive safari offers a unique perspective on the African wilderness. While standard safaris end at sunset, this tour includes specialized evening excursions in Tarangire to witness the secret lives of nocturnal animals. You will also follow the Great Migration across the Serengeti and explore the Ngorongoro Crater by day. This journey is perfect for those who want to see predators like lions and leopards while they are most active under the stars.
Your adventure starts with a pickup at Kilimanjaro International Airport. A driver will take you to your lodge in Arusha, a trip that takes about one hour. You will have time to rest and meet your guide for a briefing on how the night drives work. Arusha is a vibrant city, and you can enjoy the cool evening air before your safari begins. This day is about preparation and excitement for the nocturnal wildlife you are about to encounter on your 6-day night game-drive safari.
After breakfast, you will drive 120 kilometers to Tarangire National Park. This park is famous for its elephants and baobab trees. After a day of exploring, you will prepare for the highlight of the day: a night game drive. With specialized spotlights, you will look for lions hunting and elusive creatures like aardvarks and honey badgers. A surprising moment occurs when you see the glowing eyes of a leopard reflecting in the dark. You will spend the night at a lodge located near the park.
Today you travel toward the Serengeti, covering 250 kilometers in about 6 hours. The drive takes you through the beautiful highlands of Ngorongoro. As you enter the Central Serengeti, you will start a game drive to see the Big Five in the daylight. This area is known for its high concentration of cats. You might witness a rare moment where a cheetah is perched on a termite mound, scouting for its next meal. The evening concludes with a relaxing dinner at your camp in the Seronera Valley.
You will head north today to track the Great Migration, a drive of 150 kilometers taking about 5 hours. The Northern Serengeti is where you can witness the dramatic river crossings. You will spend the day following the massive herds of wildebeest and zebras. A positive moment for many is hearing the powerful sound of thousands of animals moving together. This region offers a rugged and beautiful landscape that is perfect for viewing the migration in action during your 6-day night game-drive safari.
The morning is spent in the north for further wildlife viewing near the Mara River. After a picnic lunch, you will begin the 150-kilometer drive back toward the Central Serengeti. This 5-hour journey offers more chances to see predators like hyenas and vultures. You might witness an unexpected moment like a lion pride resting in the shade of an acacia tree. By late afternoon, you will arrive at your central accommodation to rest and share stories of your sightings.
Your day starts with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti to catch the sunrise. After lunch, you will drive 145 kilometers toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, which takes about 4 hours. On the way, you can see Maasai herdsmen living alongside wild animals. An unexpected highlight is often seeing a giraffe standing tall against the setting sun as you climb the crater rim. You will stay at a lodge with spectacular views over the massive caldera.
The final day takes you 600 meters down into the Ngorongoro Crater for a 6-hour game drive. This natural sanctuary is home to the rare black rhino and massive bull elephants. You might experience the thrill of seeing a hyena chasing a wildebeest across the crater floor. After a picnic lunch, you will drive 190 kilometers back to Arusha. The journey takes about 4 hours, and you will arrive in the evening for your flight or an overnight stay in the city.
We offer two pricing options:
The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.
Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.
| No of pax | Adult Price | Child Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | From $3,191 pp | From $2,393 pp |
| 2 Pax | From $2,106 pp | From $1,580 pp |
| 3 Pax | From $1,744 pp | From $1,308 pp |
| 4 Pax | From $1,564 pp | From $1,173 pp |
| 5 Pax | From $1,455 pp | From $1,091 pp |
| 6 Pax | From $1,383 pp | From $1,037 pp |
| 7+ Pax | From $1,331 pp | From $998 pp |
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Night game drives are primarily conducted in Tarangire National Park or private concessions adjacent to the Serengeti. These areas allow specialized evening excursions that are not permitted inside the main Serengeti National Park to protect the animals and their natural sleep cycles.
You can expect to see nocturnal animals like aardvarks, civets, bushbabies, and genets. It is also an excellent opportunity to witness predators like lions and leopards while they are actively hunting in the cooler night air.
Yes, our vehicles are equipped with powerful spotlights and our guides are experts at navigating in the dark. We follow strict safety protocols to ensure that both our guests and the wildlife are protected during these specialized evening excursions.
You do not need any special equipment, but a good pair of binoculars and a camera with low-light capabilities are helpful. We provide the spotlights used for spotting the animals, and your guide will handle all the technical aspects of the drive.
Yes, temperatures can drop significantly once the sun goes down, especially in the open-top or pop-up roof vehicles. We recommend bringing a warm jacket, a scarf, and a hat to stay comfortable while you explore the bush at night.
A standard night game drive usually lasts between two and three hours. This provides enough time to search for nocturnal creatures without becoming too fatigued for the early morning game drives the next day.
Most night drives are suitable for children who can remain quiet and still for the duration of the excursion. It is an exciting experience for older kids who are interested in seeing a different side of the African wilderness.
If there is heavy rain, the night drive may be postponed or canceled for safety reasons. However, light rain often brings out different types of nocturnal insects and amphibians, which can be fascinating to observe.
We use the same reliable 4x4 Land Cruisers, but they are fitted with additional lighting equipment for the evening. The pop-up roof allows for a 360-degree view, making it easier to spot animals in every direction.
Yes, this itinerary covers the best parks for the Big Five. While you look for nocturnal animals at night, your daytime drives in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro will focus on finding lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos.
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