Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park Manyara/Karatu
Your safari begins with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. The travel distance is 120 kilometers and takes 2.5 hours. In August, the Tarangire River is a magnet for wildlife. You will spend the afternoon on a game drive looking for massive elephant herds and predators waiting by the water. A positive moment many travelers enjoy is seeing a leopard resting on a large baobab branch. You will later head to Manyara or Karatu for dinner and your overnight stay.
Destination: Tarangire
Accommodation: Karatu Safari Camp Lodge
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Manyara/Karatu – Serengeti (Half-Day Game Drive)
After breakfast, you will drive toward the Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The travel time is about 4 to 6 hours covering 200 kilometers. As you enter the Serengeti, you will start a half-day game drive in the central plains. In August, the grass is short and visibility is excellent. A surprising moment occurs when the lush green highlands suddenly turn into the endless golden plains of the Serengeti. You will spend the night at a camp or lodge in the central region.
Destination: Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Angata Serengeti Camp
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Central – Northern Serengeti (Full Day Tour)
Today you head north to catch up with the movement of the Great Migration. The drive takes about 4 hours as you move through different habitats. In August, the herds are concentrated in the north. You might see thousands of animals moving in a single line across the horizon. A great experience is finding a pride of lions strategically waiting near the migration paths. You will stay overnight in the northern Serengeti region.
Destination: Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Angata 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 entire day near the Mara River to witness the dramatic river crossings. This is the core of your 7-day In August safari in Serengeti Migration. You will watch as thousands of wildebeest face crocodiles and strong currents to reach the other side. The rest of the day is spent exploring the riverbanks for hippos and large predators. A positive moment is seeing the first wildebeest take the plunge into the water, triggering a massive crossing. You return to your camp for dinner.
Destination: Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Angata Migration Camp
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Northern Serengeti (Full Day Tour) – to Central Serengeti
After a final morning game drive in the north, you begin your journey back to the central Serengeti. This return trip allows you to see animals you might have missed earlier. The drive is approximately 150 kilometers and takes about 4 hours with game viewing along the way. You might encounter a cheetah mother teaching her cubs how to hunt in the short grass. This transition back to the center provides a different perspective on the park ecosystem. You will overnight in the central Serengeti area.
Destination: Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Angata Serengeti Camp
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Serengeti (Morning Game Drive) to Ngorongoro
You will enjoy one last morning game drive in the Serengeti to capture photos in the early light. Afterward, you drive toward the Ngorongoro Crater rim. The journey takes about 3 hours. As you reach the rim, the temperature drops and the air becomes crisp. A positive and unexpected moment is the first view of the crater floor from the lookout point at sunset. It is one of the most beautiful sights in Africa. You will stay at a lodge on the rim or in nearby Karatu.
Destination: Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Tortilis Ngorongoro Camp
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater (Full Day Tour) – to Arusha
Today you descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of wildlife viewing. This collapsed volcano creates a unique ecosystem where you can see the Big Five in a single day. The crater floor is home to the rare black rhino, which is a lucky find for many visitors. You will have a picnic lunch near a hippo pool before starting the drive back to Arusha. The trip back to the city takes about 4 hours. Your 7-day In August safari in Serengeti Migration concludes 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 in August
Book your 7-day Serengeti Migration In August safari. Witness the dramatic Mara River crossings and the Big Five during the peak dry season in Tanzania.
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