Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park Manyara/Karatu
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park Manyara/Karatu The tour begins with a 120-kilometer drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, taking about 2.5 hours. Tarangire is famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. You will spend the afternoon exploring the riverbanks where predators often wait for thirsty prey. A positive moment many guests enjoy is seeing a leopard resting in a baobab tree while elephants graze below. You will stay overnight in Manyara or Karatu.
Destination: Tarangire
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Manyara/Karatu to Serengeti (Half-Day Game Drive)
After breakfast, you head toward the Serengeti National Park, a journey of 200 kilometers taking 4 to 6 hours. You will pass through the Ngorongoro highlands before descending into the endless plains. This part of the 7-day Mara River Crossing safari focuses on the central Seronera region, known for its high concentration of lions and leopards. An unexpected highlight is often seeing a pride of lions socialising on a large granite kopje. You will overnight in the central Serengeti.
Destination: Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Nyikani Central 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 reach the Mara River area. The 5-hour drive takes you through changing landscapes as you follow the path of the Great Migration. You will see the herds becoming denser as you move further north. A surprising moment is seeing thousands of zebras and wildebeest stretching as far as the eye can see. You will arrive at your northern camp in time for a sunset game drive.
Destination: Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Northern Serengeti (Full Day Migration River Crossing)
This entire day is dedicated to witnessing the river crossings. You will spend time at the banks of the Mara River, waiting for the herds to gather enough courage to jump. This is the core of your 7-day Mara River Crossing safari in Serengeti Migration. Watching the chaos of the crossing and the crocodiles in action is a powerful experience. A positive moment is seeing a young wildebeest successfully navigate the current and reach the other side. You return to your camp for dinner.
Destination: Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti
After a final morning game drive near the river, you begin the return journey to the central Serengeti. This 150-kilometer drive takes about 4 hours. The return trip offers more chances to see predators you might have missed. You might encounter a cheetah hunting in the open plains or a leopard with a kill in a tree. A positive surprise is often spotting a rare serval cat in the tall grass. You will spend the night in the central Serengeti area.
Destination: Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Nyikani Central Serengeti Camp
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Serengeti (Morning Game Drive) to Ngorongoro
You start the day with a morning game drive in the Serengeti to capture the wildlife in the early light. After breakfast, you drive for 3 hours toward the Ngorongoro Crater rim. As you reach the rim, the forest becomes lush and the air cools down. A positive and unexpected moment is the first view of the crater floor from the lookout point at sunset. You will stay at a lodge on the rim or in Karatu.
Destination: Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Angata 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 into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a full-day tour. This is the best place to find the rare black rhino and complete your Big Five list. After a picnic lunch near a hippo pool, you drive 4 hours back to Arusha. Your 7-day Serengeti Migration Mara River Crossing safari ends with a drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel
luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
TOUR PRICE/COST
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.
Private (Shared) Price
| No of pax | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | $3,288 pp | $2,466 pp |
| 2 Pax | $2,413 pp | $1,810 pp |
| 3 Pax | $2,121 pp | $1,591 pp |
| 4 Pax | $1,976 pp | $1,482 pp |
| 5 Pax | $1,888 pp | $1,416 pp |
| 6 Pax | $1,830 pp | $1,372 pp |
| 7+ Pax | $1,788 pp | $1,341 pp |
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7 Days Serengeti Migration Safari Mara River Crossing
Book this 7-day Serengeti Migration Mara River Crossing safari to witness wildebeest leaping into the Mara River and explore the Big Five in Tanzania.
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