7 Days Luxury Serengeti Migration Research Safari

7-Day luxury Serengeti research safari with Big Five, Great Migration, and expert-led wildlife observation for scientific and educational purposes.

Tour Highlights

Day 1

Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu

Day 2

Karatu – Serengeti National Park (Half-Day Game Drive)

Day 3

Central – Northern Serengeti (Full Day Tour)

Day 4

Northern Serengeti (Full Day Migration & Mara River Crossing)

Day 5

Northern Serengeti (Full Day) – Central Serengeti

Day 6

Serengeti (Morning Game Drive) – Ngorongoro

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater (Full Day Tour) – Arusha

Tour Features

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Duration 7 Days

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Main Tour Focus Serengeti Migration

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Tour Type Private Safari

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Special For Research Safari

Before your journey

Highlighted Tour Overview

A quick look at the tour style, experiences, travel months and accommodation for this package.

Tour stylePrivate Safari

7 Days Luxury Serengeti Migration Research Safari is listed as a Private Safari. See the itinerary for the arrangements for this package.

ExperiencesResearch Safari, Serengeti Migration

The experiences selected for 7 Days Luxury Serengeti Migration Research Safari are Research Safari, Serengeti Migration. The itinerary describes when they take place.

Travel monthsJuly, August, September, October

7 Days Luxury Serengeti Migration Research Safari is listed for July, August, September, October. Confirm availability for your preferred dates.

AccommodationLuxury Lodges

The accommodation category selected for this package is Luxury Lodges. Confirm the specific properties and availability when booking.

7 Days Luxury Serengeti Migration Research Safari

7 Days Observe the Great Migration Scientifically Luxury Research Safari

Engage in a 7-day luxury research safari in Tanzania with Burigi Chato Safaris, designed for researchers, students, and wildlife enthusiasts. Explore Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater while studying the Great Migration, Big Five, and ecological systems. This safari offers luxury lodges, expert guides, and structured research opportunities, combining comfort and professional observation in Tanzania’s wild landscapes.

Day by day Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu

Start your research safari with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Known for its elephants and baobabs, Tarangire offers excellent observational opportunities. Participate in full-day structured game drives, recording wildlife behaviors of lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebras. Picnic lunch allows reflection and note-taking. Continue to Karatu and check in at a luxury lodge, preparing for data collection and field observations in the following days.

Destination:

Tarangire

Overnight:

Karatu Tented Lodge

mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Karatu – Serengeti National Park (Half-Day Game Drive)

Travel through the Ngorongoro Highlands to Central Serengeti. Conduct a half-day research-focused game drive, observing wildebeest migration patterns and predator-prey interactions. Luxury lodges provide comfort and facilities for reviewing field notes and photographs. Guides assist in understanding Serengeti ecology and behavior patterns.

Destination:

Central Serengeti

Overnight:

Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Standard Room - Extra beds - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Outdoor pool - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Property grounds - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

food and drinks - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Aerial view - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Reception - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Day 3: Central – Northern Serengeti (Full Day Tour)

Explore Northern Serengeti, following the Great Migration. Document herd movements, species interactions, and ecosystem behavior during a full-day research drive. Picnic lunch at scenic points allows for detailed observations and photography. End the day at a Northern Serengeti lodge with amenities suitable for researchers and scientific documentation.

Destination:

Northern Serengeti

Overnight:

Mara Mara Tented Lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Northern Serengeti (Full Day Migration & Mara River Crossing)

Spend the day at Mara River documenting the dramatic migration river crossing. Field notes and photography are encouraged for research purposes. Picnic breaks amidst scenic surroundings provide time for data analysis and discussion with guides. Return to lodge for dinner and overnight, with facilities supporting research work.

Destination:

Northern Serengeti

Overnight:

Mara Mara Tented Lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Northern Serengeti (Full Day) – Central Serengeti

Morning research drive in Northern Serengeti allows further behavioral observation. Continue to Central Serengeti, recording wildlife movement and habitat usage along the way. Picnic stops offer opportunities to review notes and take photographs. Overnight at Central Serengeti lodge with comfortable spaces for analysis and reflection.

Destination:

Northern Serengeti

Overnight:

Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Exterior - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Outdoor banquet area - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Standard Room - Living room - Flat-screen TV- Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Breakfast, lunch and dinner served - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Day 6: Serengeti (Morning Game Drive) – Ngorongoro

Conduct a morning research-focused drive in Serengeti, noting wildlife behavior and ecological interactions. After breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, recording environmental observations along the route. Check in at a luxury lodge near the crater rim, ideal for concluding research discussions, reviewing notes, and photography.

Destination:

Central Serengeti

Overnight:

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater (Full Day Tour) – Arusha

Conclude your research safari with a full-day observational drive in Ngorongoro Crater. Study species interactions, biodiversity, and behavior of the Big Five and other wildlife. Picnic lunch provides time for reflection. Return to Arusha, ending a 7-day luxury research safari with a wealth of scientific observations and unforgettable field experiences.

Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Overnight:

Mount Meru Hotel

luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

TOUR PRICE/COST

We offer two pricing options:

Private Tour (Sharing Price)

The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

Group Joining Tour

Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

Tour Cost

No of pax	Adult Price	Child Price
1 Pax	From $1,123 pp	From $842 pp
2 Pax	From $718 pp	From $539 pp
3 Pax	From $583 pp	From $437 pp
4 Pax	From $516 pp	From $387 pp
5 Pax	From $475 pp	From $356 pp
6 Pax	From $448 pp	From $336 pp
7+ Pax	From $429 pp	From $322 pp

PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

Inclusions

✓ All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)

✓ All Taxes/VAT

✓ All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)

✓ Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)

✓ Rescue fee

Exclusions

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

International flights to/from the start/end of the tour

Personal items

Tips: tipping guideline

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FAQs about 7 Days Luxury Serengeti Migration Research Safari

Is this safari suitable for research purposes?

Yes, the itinerary is structured for wildlife observation, photography, and behavioral studies.

Are park fees included?

Yes, all park and conservation fees are included in the package.

What type of accommodations are provided?

Luxury lodges and tented camps with facilities suitable for researchers to review notes and photographs.

Are meals included?

Yes, all breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are included, with picnic lunches during drives.

Is this safari suitable for students or research groups?

Yes, the safari can accommodate students, researchers, and small professional groups.

What wildlife can I observe?

Big Five, wildebeests, zebras, lions, elephants, leopards, hyenas, and more.

How safe are field research drives?

Extremely safe. Experienced guides follow strict safety protocols while facilitating research observations.

Can children participate in research-focused safari?

Yes, with parental supervision. Activities can be adjusted for safety and learning purposes.

Are vehicles comfortable for extended research drives?

Yes, vehicles are spacious, stable, and suitable for panoramic viewing and photography.

Can the itinerary be customized for specific research goals?

Absolutely. Burigi Chato Safaris can adjust routes, observation focus, and lodge stays to suit research requirements

A memorabble safari

5/5

This research safari was outstanding! The guides provided deep insights into wildlife behavior. Lodges were comfortable and quiet, ideal for reflection and documentation.

By: Fatoumata Diop

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Amizing wildlife safari

5/5

Perfect for field research and wildlife observation. Private vehicles allowed us to document species safely and thoroughly

By: Henrik Johansen

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The migration in Northern Serengeti

5/5

An excellent safari for scientific study. Guides were knowledgeable and supportive. Wildlife encounters were abundant and perfect for observation.

By: Mercy Njeri

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My best safari tour

5/5

The structured research focus made this safari unique. Observing the Great Migration and taking detailed notes was incredible. Lodges were perfect for reviewing our findings.

By: Alessandra Rossi

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