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 October, the park is dry and animals gather in large numbers around the Tarangire River. You will spend the afternoon on a game drive looking for massive elephant herds and predators. A positive moment many travelers enjoy is seeing a leopard resting on a baobab branch above the river. You will later head to Manyara or Karatu for dinner and your overnight stay.
Destination: Tarangire
Accommodation: 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 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 October, the grass is short and visibility is excellent. A surprising moment occurs when the highlands 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: 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 catch the final river crossings. The drive takes about 4 hours as you move through different habitats. In October, the migration is concentrated in the northern plains near the Mara River. You might see thousands of animals moving toward the water. A great experience is finding a pride of lions strategically waiting near the migration paths in the dry grass. 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 peak of your 7-day In October safari in Serengeti Migration. You will watch as thousands of wildebeest face crocodiles and strong currents to reach the other side. 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 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 dry 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 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. In October, the crater floor is dry and animals are concentrated around the permanent springs. 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 October 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 |
PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS
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7 Days Serengeti Migration Safari in October
Book a 7-day Serengeti Migration In October safari to witness the final river crossings and see the Big Five in Tanzania’s top national parks.
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