7 Days Serengeti Migration Lodge Safari

Experience a 7-day Serengeti Migration Lodge safari with premium stays. Witness the Great Migration and the Big Five in total comfort in Tanzania.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park Manyara/Karatu
Day 2
Manyara/Karatu to Serengeti (Half-Day Game Drive)
Day 3
Central to Northern Serengeti (Full Day Tour)
Day 4
Northern Serengeti (Full Day Migration River Crossing)
Day 5
Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti
Day 6
Serengeti (Morning Game Drive) to Ngorongoro
Day 7
Ngorongoro Crater (Full Day Tour) to 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 NIL
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 Serengeti Migration Lodge Safari is listed as a Private Safari. See the itinerary for the arrangements for this package.
ExperiencesSerengeti Migration
The experiences selected for 7 Days Serengeti Migration Lodge Safari are Serengeti Migration. The itinerary describes when they take place.
Travel monthsJuly, August, September, October
7 Days Serengeti Migration Lodge Safari is listed for July, August, September, October. Confirm availability for your preferred dates.
AccommodationBudget Lodges, Mid-Range Lodges, Luxury Lodges, Premium Lodges
The accommodation category selected for this package is Budget Lodges, Mid-Range Lodges, Luxury Lodges, Premium Lodges. Confirm the specific properties and availability when booking.
7 Days Serengeti Migration Lodge Safari
7 Days Serengeti Migration Lodge Safari

Relax in Comfort on a Serengeti Migration Lodge Safari

This 7-day Serengeti Migration Lodge safari offers the perfect way to see Tanzania's wildlife with the comfort of permanent lodges. You will visit Tarangire, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater while staying in high-quality accommodations with en-suite facilities. Follow the Great Migration and the Big Five without giving up your favorite amenities. It is a premium way to experience a 7-day Lodge safari in Serengeti Migration.

Day by day Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park Manyara/Karatu

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Manyara/Karatu

Your safari begins with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. The journey takes about 2.5 hours and covers 120 kilometers. Tarangire is known for its large elephant population and iconic baobab trees. You will spend the afternoon on a game drive along the Tarangire River. A positive and unexpected moment is seeing a leopard resting on a large baobab branch. You will then head to a luxury lodge in Manyara or Karatu for a comfortable evening and dinner.

Destination:
Tarangire
Overnight:
Karatu Tented Lodge
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner
Karatu Tented Lodge Images
Karatu Tented Lodge Images
Karatu Tented Lodge Images
Karatu Tented Lodge Images
Karatu Tented Lodge Images
Karatu Tented Lodge Images
Karatu Tented Lodge Images
Karatu Tented Lodge Images
Karatu Tented Lodge Images
Karatu Tented Lodge Images

Day 2: Manyara/Karatu to Serengeti (Half-Day Game Drive)

Manyara/Karatu to Serengeti (Half-Day Game Drive)

After a buffet breakfast, you drive toward the Serengeti National Park. The 200-kilometer journey takes 4 to 6 hours through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands. Upon entering the Serengeti, you will start your first game drive in the central Seronera region. This area is famous for its high concentration of lions and leopards. An unexpected highlight is seeing a pride of lions on a rocky kopje at sunset. You will stay at a permanent lodge in the central Serengeti.

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Property grounds - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Outdoor pool - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Standard Room - Balcony view - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Standard Room - Valley view
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served 3 - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Property grounds 2 - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
food and drinks - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Exterior - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Sun deck

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

Central to Northern Serengeti (Full Day Tour)

Today you head north to track the Great Migration herds. The 5-hour drive through the park offers continuous game viewing opportunities. This part of the 7-day Lodge safari focuses on reaching the northern plains where the wildebeest gather. The vastness of the herds moving across the landscape is a sight to behold. A positive moment occurs when you find a quiet area to watch the animals graze in peace. You will spend the night at a premium lodge in the northern Serengeti.

Destination:
Northern Serengeti
Overnight:
Serengeti Simba Lodge
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

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

Northern Serengeti (Full Day Migration River Crossing)

You will spend the entire day near the Mara River to witness the dramatic river crossings. This is the highlight of the 7-day Lodge safari in Serengeti Migration. You will watch the wildebeest as they navigate the water and avoid crocodiles. It is a powerful display of the cycle of life in the wild. A surprising highlight is seeing a large crocodile successfully catch a wildebeest in the river. You will return to your comfortable lodge for a hot shower and a gourmet meal.

Destination:
Northern Serengeti
Overnight:
Serengeti Simba Lodge
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

Day 5: Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

After a morning game drive in the north, you begin the return journey to the central Serengeti. This 150-kilometer trip takes about 4 hours with game viewing along the way. This transition allows you to search for predators like cheetahs or rare birds you might have missed. A positive surprise is often seeing a mother cheetah with her cubs in the tall grass. You will arrive in the central region in time for dinner and a restful night at your lodge.

Destination:
Northern Serengeti
Overnight:
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Standard Room - Extra beds - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Standard Room
Free daily English breakfast - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Exterior - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Sun deck
Property grounds - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Hiking - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Outdoor banquet area - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Standard Room - Valley view
Reception - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Day 6: Serengeti (Morning Game Drive) to Ngorongoro

Serengeti (Morning Game Drive) to Ngorongoro

Your day starts with a morning game drive in the Serengeti to see the wildlife during their most active time. Afterward, you drive for 3 hours toward the Ngorongoro Crater rim. As you ascend, the scenery changes to lush forests and the air becomes crisp. A positive and unexpected moment is the first view of the crater from the lookout point. It is one of the most beautiful panoramas in Africa. You will stay at a lodge located on the rim or in Karatu.

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
luxury 5 stars
luxury 5 stars
luxury 4 stars
luxury 4 stars
luxury 5 stars
luxury 4 stars
luxury 5 stars
luxury 5 stars
luxury 5 stars
luxury 5 stars

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

Ngorongoro Crater (Full Day Tour) to Arusha

The final day takes you down into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a full-day tour. This is the best place to find the rare black rhino and complete your list of the Big Five. The crater is home to a high density of lions and buffaloes. After a picnic lunch near a hippo pool, you will begin the 4-hour drive back to Arusha. Your 7-day Serengeti Migration Lodge safari concludes with a transfer to your hotel or the airport.

Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Overnight:
Mount Meru Hotel
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mid rage 3 star lodge
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images

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 $3,435 pp From $2,576 pp
    2 Pax From $2,435 pp From $1,826 pp
    3 Pax From $2,102 pp From $1,576 pp
    4 Pax From $1,935 pp From $1,451 pp
    5 Pax From $1,835 pp From $1,376 pp
    6 Pax From $1,768 pp From $1,326 pp
    7+ Pax From $1,721 pp From $1,291 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 Serengeti Migration Lodge Safari

    What kind of lodges are used in this 7-day package?

    We use high-quality permanent lodges and luxury tented camps that offer private en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and comfortable beds. These locations often have swimming pools, bars, and lounges for your relaxation after a day of game drives.

    Is Wi-Fi available on the 7-day Lodge safari in Serengeti Migration?

    Most of the lodges we select offer Wi-Fi in the common lounge and dining areas. While the connection may not be as fast as in major cities, it is usually sufficient for basic communication and sharing photos of your trip.

    Are the meals included in the 7-day Lodge safari?

    Yes, the package includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the duration of the tour. Meals are usually served as buffets or multi-course set menus, featuring a mix of local and international cuisine prepared to a high standard.

    What is the advantage of a lodge safari over a camping safari?

    A lodge safari provides more comfort and amenities, such as real beds, electricity, and private bathrooms. It is a great option for those who want to see the migration but prefer a more refined environment at the end of the day

    Is electricity available 24/7 in the lodges?

    Most permanent lodges have electricity throughout the day and night. Some luxury tented camps use solar power and may turn off generators at night, but they provide lanterns or battery power for lighting and charging devices.

    Can we request specific lodges for our 7-day Lodge safari in Serengeti Migration?

    Yes, we can customize your itinerary to include specific lodges that you prefer. Whether you want a lodge with a view of the crater or a camp right next to the Mara River, we can make it happen.

    What should I pack for a lodge-based safari?

    We recommend comfortable clothing, a warm jacket for cool mornings, and a hat. Since you will be staying in lodges, you might also want to bring a few slightly nicer outfits for dinner, although the atmosphere remains casual.

    Are laundry services available at the lodges?

    Most lodges and permanent camps offer laundry services for an additional fee. This is very convenient for a 7-day safari, allowing you to pack lighter and keep your clothes fresh throughout the journey.

    Is it safe to stay in lodges within the national parks?

    Yes, the lodges are very safe and are designed to coexist with the wildlife. While animals may occasionally walk near the lodge grounds, there are always staff and security measures in place to ensure your safety.

    How many people can share a room in the lodges?

    Most rooms are designed for double or twin occupancy, but many lodges also offer triple rooms or family suites. Please let us know your group configuration so we can book the most suitable rooms for you.

    REVIEWS FOR Relax in Comfort on a Serengeti Migration Lodge Safari

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    the real africa experience

    5/5

    The lodges were even better than I expected and the service was top-notch.

    By: Robert Miller
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    beyond amazing

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    Burigi Chato Safaris CO LTD provided a very professional guide and excellent vehicle.

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    best memories ever

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    Watching the migration in total comfort made the 7-day Lodge safari in Serengeti Migration a perfect holiday.

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    amazing safari experience

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    The food at the lodges was delicious and I loved the mix of local and international dishes.

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    best memories ever

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    The view from the Ngorongoro Crater lodge was absolutely breathtaking.

    By: Elena Rossi
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    amazing safari experience

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    Everything was handled with care and we saw the Big Five within the first few days.

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    a safari to remember

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    Burigi Chato Safaris CO LTD made sure we were in the right place at the right time for the river crossings.

    By: Chloe Jenkins
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    the real africa experience

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    A very comfortable and well-organized safari that I would recommend to anyone.

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    a dream safari

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    I loved having a hot shower and a real bed after a long day of seeing the migration.

    By: Sofia Martinez
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    amazing safari experience

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    The 7-day Serengeti Migration Lodge safari exceeded all my expectations for comfort and wildlife viewing.

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