7 Days Serengeti Migration Photograph Safari

Join our 7-day Serengeti Migration Photograph safari for the best wildlife shots. Capture the Great Migration and the Big Five with expert guiding and light.

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 Photography, Photography

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 Photograph Safari is listed as a Private Safari. See the itinerary for the arrangements for this package.

ExperiencesPhotography, Serengeti Migration

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

Travel monthsJuly, August, September, October, November

7 Days Serengeti Migration Photograph Safari is listed for July, August, September, October, November. 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 Photograph Safari

Capture Beauty on the Serengeti Migration Photograph Safari

This 7-day Serengeti Migration Photograph safari is designed for professional and amateur photographers alike. You will visit Tarangire, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro with a focus on golden hour light and the best animal angles. Witness the Great Migration and the Big Five while getting expert tips on composition and settings on this 7-day Photograph safari in Serengeti Migration. It is a journey dedicated to capturing the soul of Africa through your lens.

Day by day Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park Manyara/Karatu

The trip begins with a drive to Tarangire National Park. This park offers iconic baobab trees and elephants for your first photoshoot. Your guide will position the vehicle to capture the best light on the animals. A positive moment is seeing an elephant herd crossing the river at sunset. You will stay overnight in Manyara or Karatu.

Destination:

Tarangire

Overnight:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch, Dinner

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

After breakfast, you drive 200 kilometers toward the Serengeti. The journey takes 6 hours and includes beautiful views of the crater rim. Once in the Serengeti, you explore the central Seronera region. An unexpected highlight is seeing a leopard on a branch during the late afternoon golden hour. You will spend the night at a camp in the central Serengeti.

Destination:

Central Serengeti

Overnight:

Angata Serengeti Camp

mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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

Today you travel north to catch the Great Migration. The 5-hour drive provides endless opportunities for landscape and wildlife photography. This part of the 7-day Photograph safari focuses on the massive wildebeest herds. Watching thousands of animals move across the horizon is a powerful sight for any lens. You will stay overnight in the northern Serengeti.

Destination:

Northern Serengeti

Overnight:

Nyikani Migration Camp

mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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

You will spend the day near the Mara River to capture the dramatic river crossings. This is the heart of the 7-day Photograph safari in Serengeti Migration. You will photograph the struggle between the herds and the crocodiles. A positive moment is seeing the dust clouds and water splashes as the animals jump. You return to your northern camp for dinner.

Destination:

Northern Serengeti

Overnight:

Nyikani Migration Camp

mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

After a final morning in the north, you return to the central Serengeti. The 4-hour drive covers 150 kilometers of diverse landscapes. This return trip allows for more shots of cheetahs and rare birds. An unexpected highlight is often spotting a rare serval cat in the tall grass. You will spend the night back in the central Serengeti area.

Destination:

Northern Serengeti

Overnight:

Angata Serengeti Camp

mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Serengeti (Morning Game Drive) to Ngorongoro

Your day starts with a morning game drive to capture the early hunters. Afterward, you drive for 3 hours toward the Ngorongoro Crater rim. The change to lush forest provides a different background for your photos. A positive and unexpected moment is the first view of the crater from the lookout point at dusk. You will stay at a lodge on the rim or in Karatu.

Destination:

Central Serengeti

Overnight:

Tortilis Ngorongoro Camp

mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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

The final day takes you down into the Ngorongoro Crater floor. You will search for the black rhino and the rest of the Big Five in the unique crater light. After a picnic lunch, you drive 4 hours back to Arusha. Your 7-day Serengeti Migration Photograph safari ends with a drop-off at your hotel or the airport.

Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Overnight:

Kibo Palace Hotel

mid rage 3 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 $3,721 pp	From $2,791 pp
2 Pax	From $2,566 pp	From $1,925 pp
3 Pax	From $2,181 pp	From $1,636 pp
4 Pax	From $1,989 pp	From $1,491 pp
5 Pax	From $1,873 pp	From $1,405 pp
6 Pax	From $1,796 pp	From $1,347 pp
7+ Pax	From $1,741 pp	From $1,306 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 Photograph Safari

Is this 7-day Photograph safari suitable for beginners?

Yes, our guides are very helpful and can provide tips on animal behavior to help you anticipate your shots. Whether you are a professional or just starting out, this tour offers incredible opportunities for everyone.

What kind of equipment should I bring for a 7-day Photograph safari in Serengeti Migration?

We recommend bringing a camera body with a good telephoto lens, such as a 100-400mm or 200-600mm. A wide-angle lens for landscapes and a beanbag for stabilization are also very useful items to have.

Do you provide beanbags in the vehicle?

Yes, we provide beanbags for camera stability in our safari vehicles. These help you get sharp images of the Great Migration and the Big Five, even at long distances.

What is the best time for a 7-day Photograph safari in Serengeti Migration?

The best time is from July to October for river crossings and action shots. The light is also very clear during these months, making it perfect for wildlife photography.

Can we stay longer at specific animal sightings for photos?

Yes, our photography tours are designed to be flexible. We prioritize getting the perfect shot, so we can stay at a sighting as long as you need to capture the behavior you want.

Do the vehicles have charging ports for batteries?

Yes, our 4x4 Land Cruisers are equipped with power outlets and USB ports. This allows you to keep your camera batteries and other electronics charged throughout the day.

Is there a limit to how much gear I can bring?

We recommend bringing what you can comfortably manage within the vehicle. Our vehicles are spacious, but it is best to pack your gear in a way that allows you to move quickly when an animal appears.

Does Burigi Chato Safaris CO LTD provide photography instruction?

While our guides are not professional photographers, they are experts at animal behavior and vehicle positioning. They will ensure you are in the best spot for the light and the action.

Are there opportunities for bird photography on this tour?

Yes, Tanzania has over 1,000 bird species and you will have many chances to photograph them. From the raptors in Tarangire to the flamingos in Ngorongoro, the birdlife is incredible.

How many photographers are in each vehicle?

To ensure everyone has enough space and the best angles, we typically limit photography tours to two or three people per vehicle. This allows everyone to shoot from both sides of the car.

capturing the wild

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I got the best shots of my life during this 7-day Photograph safari in Serengeti Migration.

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