Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park Manyara/Karatu
Your safari begins with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. The journey takes 2.5 hours and covers 120 kilometers. In May, Tarangire is lush and the baobab trees are in full leaf. You will spend the afternoon on a game drive looking for elephants and rare birds. A positive moment many travelers enjoy is seeing the lush marshes teeming with life and different water birds. You will later head to Manyara or Karatu for dinner and your overnight stay.
Destination: Tarangire
Accommodation: Octagon Lodge
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Manyara/Karatu to 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 May, the grass is long and the predators are very active. A surprising moment occurs when the thick highlands turn into the endless green plains of the Serengeti. You will spend the night at a camp or lodge in the central region.
Destination: Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Kati Kati Tented Camp
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Central to Northern Serengeti (Full Day Tour)
Today you head north to explore the different regions of the park. The drive takes about 4 hours as you move through different habitats. In May, the migration is typically moving through the central corridors. You might see thousands of animals grazing in the fresh green grass. A great experience is finding a pride of lions strategically waiting near the migration paths in the long grass. You will stay overnight in the northern Serengeti region.
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)
You will spend the entire day exploring the northern Serengeti. While the massive river crossings are more common later in the year, the northern plains offer a peaceful and quiet environment in May. You will see large hippos and crocodiles in the full Mara River. A positive moment is seeing the lush riverbanks teeming with rare bird species and resident wildlife without any crowds. 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 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 long 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: Kati Kati Tented 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 clear air. 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: Rhino Lodge
luxury 4 star lodge
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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. In May, the crater floor is a beautiful garden filled with life. 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 May 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 | $3,002 pp | $2,252 pp |
| 2 Pax | $2,127 pp | $1,595 pp |
| 3 Pax | $1,835 pp | $1,377 pp |
| 4 Pax | $1,690 pp | $1,267 pp |
| 5 Pax | $1,602 pp | $1,202 pp |
| 6 Pax | $1,544 pp | $1,158 pp |
| 7+ Pax | $1,502 pp | $1,127 pp |
PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS
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7 Days Serengeti Migration Safari in May
Book a 7-day Serengeti Migration In May safari to witness the migration in vibrant green landscapes with fewer crowds and excellent birdwatching opportunities.
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