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7 Day Great Migration Tanzania Safari Package
Witness the Greatest Wildlife Spectacle on Earth with our 7 Day Great Migration Tanzania Safari Package
The Great Migration is not a single event, it is a year-round movement of over 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles following ancient grazing routes across the Serengeti ecosystem.
A few moments of travel truly take your breath away. Standing on the open plains of the Serengeti National Park as thousands of wildebeest surge toward a crocodile-filled river is one of them.
This Great Migration Safari in Tanzania places you in the heart of the action, where dust rises under pounding hooves, lions stalk the edges of the herd, and dramatic river crossings unfold just meters from your safari vehicle. It is raw. It is powerful. And it is one of the last great wildlife events left on Earth.
This 7-day journey has been carefully designed for international travelers seeking an immersive, expertly guided migration safari in Tanzania, with prime wildlife viewing, exceptional accommodations, and seamless logistics from arrival to departure.
If you’ve been researching where to see the Great Migration and when to go, this safari delivers the answer.
Why Choose a 7-Day Great Migration Safari in Tanzania?
1. Vast, Untouched Landscapes
The Serengeti is immense. Endless golden plains stretch beyond the horizon, allowing wildlife encounters that feel wild and uninterrupted. There are fewer vehicle clusters and more space to observe natural behavior.
2. Longer Wildlife Encounters
Because much of the migration spends significant time in Tanzania’s Serengeti, your chances of extended sightings, predator hunts, calving season, and dramatic crossings are exceptional.
3. Prime Access to Migration Serengeti Routes
From the southern plains to the central Seronera Valley and the northern river crossing points, this itinerary tracks the Great Migration routes to position you exactly where the action is happening.
4. A Complete Ecosystem Experience
Beyond the wildebeest migration safari itself, Tanzania offers rich biodiversity: elephants, giraffes, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and abundant birdlife, the full spectrum of migration animals in Africa.
For first-time safari travelers, Tanzania offers depth, scale, and authenticity that few destinations can match.
Rediscover the calm and beauty of the natural world.
Book your adventure today and create memories that last a lifetime!
Day by Day Itinerary
DAY 01: ARUSHA – TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK (150 km | Approx. 3 hrs)
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Your safari begins with a morning pick-up in Arusha, where you meet your professional driver-guide and settle into your private 4×4 safari vehicle.
The drive to Tarangire National Park takes you through rural countryside before entering a park famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Wildlife sightings often begin quickly, with elephant families, giraffes, zebras, and possibly lions moving through open savannah.
After an afternoon game drive, you arrive at your lodge or tented camp. Enjoy a relaxed dinner and a comfortable first night in the heart of safari country.
DAY 02: TARANGIRE – NDUTU AREA (220 km | Approx. 6 hrs)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, you journey toward the Ndutu Area, a key region for the Great Migration safari in Tanzania, especially during calving season.
There is an optional stop at Olduvai Gorge, a remarkable site that offers insight into early human history.
By afternoon, the landscape opens into wide grasslands, prime territory for the wildebeest migration between December and March. Lion, cheetah, hyena, and large herds of grazing animals define this region.
You settle into your Ndutu lodge or tented camp for the first of two nights, positioned close to the migration routes.
Rediscover the calm and beauty of the natural world.
Book your adventure today and create memories that last a lifetime!
DAY 03: FULL DAY IN NDUTU AREA
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today is dedicated to exploring Ndutu’s plains in your private safari vehicle. During calving season, thousands of newborn wildebeest attract intense predator activity, making this one of the most dynamic phases of a migration safari in Tanzania.
Even outside peak months, resident wildlife remains abundant. Expect lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and impressive birdlife.
Return to camp in the evening with time to relax and reflect on the day’s sightings.
DAY 04: NDUTU AREA – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (150 km | Approx. 3 hrs)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, you continue north into Serengeti National Park, the setting most closely associated with the Serengeti migration.
The terrain becomes vast and open, stretching to the horizon. Wildlife numbers increase, with strong resident populations of lion, elephant, buffalo, and giraffe year-round.
An afternoon game drive introduces you to the scale and beauty of the Serengeti before arriving at your lodge or tented camp for the night.
Rediscover the calm and beauty of the natural world.
Book your adventure today and create memories that last a lifetime!
DAY 05: FULL DAY IN SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
A full day allows flexibility to track wildlife movements across the plains. Your guide adjusts the route based on seasonal herd locations and predator activity.
You may witness columns of wildebeest moving across open ground, big cats resting in acacia shade, or hippos gathered in river pools. The Serengeti’s diversity makes every drive different.
By evening, you return to camp, immersed in the atmosphere of one of Africa’s most celebrated ecosystems.
DAY 06: SERENGETI – NGORONGORO CRATER (160 km | Approx. 3 hrs)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After a morning drive in the Serengeti, you travel to Ngorongoro Crater.
Descending into the crater floor reveals a dense wildlife environment within a dramatic volcanic setting. Lion, elephant, buffalo, zebra, and, with luck, black rhino inhabit this compact ecosystem.
Following a picnic lunch and further exploration, you ascend to the rim and continue to your lodge for the evening, enjoying a final night surrounded by Tanzania’s natural beauty.
Rediscover the calm and beauty of the natural world.
Book your adventure today and create memories that last a lifetime!
DAY 07: NGORONGORO – ARUSHA (261 km | Approx. 5–6 hrs)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
After breakfast, you begin the scenic drive back to Arusha in your private 4×4 safari vehicle. The journey offers time to reflect on the varied landscapes and wildlife you’ve experienced, from Tarangire’s elephants to the wildebeest migration in Ndutu and the vast Serengeti plains.
Upon arrival, you are transferred to your hotel or airport for departure.
Best Time to See the Great Migration in Tanzania
One of the most common questions travelers ask:
Where to see the Great Migration?
The answer: primarily within the Serengeti ecosystem, but exact locations shift monthly.
Great Migration Africa Dates & Seasonal Breakdown
December – March (Calving Season)
Southern Serengeti plains
- Thousands of newborn calves
- Intense predator activity
- Dramatic wildlife photography
April – May (Green Season Movement)
Herds begin moving northwest
- Fewer tourists
- Lush landscapes
June – July (Western Corridor)
Grumeti River crossings begin
First dramatic river encounters
August – October (Northern Serengeti River Crossings)
Mara River crossings
- Most famous migration moments
- Peak dramatic action
November
Herds begin returning south
If you’re asking, “When is the best time?” — it depends on what you want to witness. River crossings offer drama. Calving season offers abundance and predator intensity.
Our safari planners advise based on your travel dates and wildlife priorities.
Accommodations
Lake Manyara National Park
MANYARA'S SECRET
Manyara’s Secret is a wonderful discovery that lies just off the shores of Lake Manyara, with spectacular views as far as the eye can see. The accommodation comprises privately-situated villas all with Lake views and offering a simply serene escape.
Kirurumu Manyara Lodge
Located in the region of the Great Rift Valley near Lake Manyara, the Kirurumu Manyara Lodge is perched high on a ridge. The position of the lodge offers spectacular panoramic views over Lake Manyara, Lake Losimingori, and the Rift floor. Birdlife is incredible in this area and guests will hear calls throughout the day.
Manyara's Wildlife Lodge
Located just outside the Lake Manyara National Park and up on the edge of the Great Rift Valley Escarpment, guests staying at Manyara’s Wildlife Lodge are guaranteed brilliant views. Luxury accommodations boasting private verandahs offer a private escape to one of Tanzania’s most popular and stunning safari destinations. The main area contains a lounge area with plenty of comfortable seating, a charming wooden bar with high seating, and a large dining area set up with individual tables and chairs.
Serengeti National Park
An’Gata Serengeti Camp
Settle into a true wilderness escape when staying at the An’Gata Serengeti Camp. The large camp has 12 large tents, all positioned privately in the surrounding grasslands of the Serengeti, with a dedicated attendant for each tent.
Seronera Wildlife Lodge
Set upon a picturesque rocky foundation, the Seronera Wildlife Lodge is a wonderfully positioned, warm, and inviting African lodge located in the Seronera region of the famous Serengeti National Park. The main area boasts tall ceilings, lots of wood, and impressive lighting, with a spacious dining area where dark wood tables are set up with white tablecloths and classic crockery. Guests can choose to dine outside during the evenings or spend time around a crackling fire pit afterward.
Nyikani Central Serengeti Camp
Scattered on a hillside in the central Serengeti, the Nyikani Central Serengeti Camp is a permanent camp set among one of Africa’s greatest animal concentrations. The camp focuses on eco-friendly practices and therefore the public areas and tents are all solar-powered.
Tarangire National Park
Acacia Tarangire Luxury Camp
Acacia Tarangire Luxury Camp lies in the center of the picturesque Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s primary National Parks on its Northern Safari Circuit. The surrounding landscape is vast and breathtaking, dotted with baobab and acacia trees, amid grasslands and rolling rivers. Sunsets are simply spectacular from this Camp and guests have the option of enjoying bush walks and game drives with incredible wildlife to discover.
Kirurumu Tarangire Lodge
Kirurumu Tarangire Lodge is ideally located on the boundary of the Tarangire National Park. Located just a 15-minute drive from the main entrance gate to the park and set a couple of miles off the main tar road, its location is truly perfect.
Tarangire Tortilis Camp
The Tarangire Tortilis Camp comprises a well-designed and spacious camp with safari tents fixed in between a row of incredible baobab trees, offering captivating views over the wilderness and wetlands. The tents are exquisite and contain all that guests may require during their stay.
SAFARI PRICES
Safari price (in USD) is per person in private 4×4 pop-top Tour Jeep & in a double/twin En-suite room.
| Wildebeest Caving Season- (Mid December – Mid March) | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
| 2-3 persons booked together: per person: | $ 3288 | $ 3829 | $ 4422 |
| 4-5 persons booked together: per person: | $ 2700 | $ 3241 | $ 3834 |
| 6-7 persons booked together: per person: | $ 2504 | $ 3045 | $ 3638 |
| 1 person in a private solo tour | $ 4565 | $ 5320 | $ 6150 |
| Single room extra | $ 350 | $ 460 | $ 575 |
| Children below 3 Years | Free | Free | Free |
| Children between 3-11 years | 75% of adult rate: | 75% of adult rate: | 75% of adult rate: |
Your Tour Includes
- Transport in a customized pop-up top 4 x 4 land cruiser jeep.
- Meals and accommodation on safari as indicated on the program
- All applicable park entry & Crater service fees
- Picnic Lunch or hot Lunch in Arusha depending on the onward program
- Government levies & taxes
- Applicable Concession Fees
Your Tour Excludes
- Drinks and Bottled water in the lodges and during all the mentioned meals
- All items of a personal nature like telephone/fax bills, bar bills, laundry etc
- Visa entry fees currently at $50pp easily obtainable upon arrival at the border entry point
- Travel/baggage/Medical Insurance
- Flying Doctors coverage available at an extra $35 per person
- The flying doctors medical, emergency and rescue cover
- Gratuities to Safari guides & hotel staff
- Any other item which is not mentioned in the “Inclusions” clause above.
FAQs – 7 Day Great Migration Tanzania Safari Package
Planning a safari in Tanzania, especially during the world-famous Great Wildebeest Migration, comes with many questions. At AK African Tours and Safaris, we want you to feel fully informed and confident before booking your adventure. Below, we’ve answered the most frequently asked questions about our 7 Day Great Migration Tanzania Safari Package to help you understand what to expect, when to travel, and how to make the most of this unforgettable experience:
Our 7 Day Great Migration Tanzania Safari Package is designed to give you the ultimate wildlife experience in just one week. It includes all ground transport in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle, full-board accommodation in lodges or tented camps, park entry fees, professional English-speaking driver-guides, and daily game drives. Meals, bottled drinking water on safari, and airport transfers are also covered. You will explore key migration areas of the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater, and other highlights of the Northern Circuit. Optional extras like hot-air balloon rides or a Zanzibar beach extension can be added to personalize your trip.
Northern Tanzania is home to the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater, two of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. This region is where the Great Migration unfolds each year, as over 1.5 million wildebeest and zebras move in search of greener pastures. The Serengeti’s vast plains and river systems provide a front-row seat to this natural spectacle, while the Ngorongoro Crater offers an unmatched concentration of wildlife in a unique volcanic landscape. By choosing Northern Tanzania, you not only follow the migration but also enjoy excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five and other diverse species.
A typical 7-day itinerary begins in Arusha, where you’ll be briefed before setting off. Day 1 usually takes you to Tarangire or Lake Manyara National Park for elephants, tree-climbing lions, and birdlife. Days 2 to 5 are focused on Serengeti National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives that follow the migration based on the season. Day 6 is spent in Ngorongoro Crater, where you descend into the caldera to see a dense concentration of wildlife. Day 7 brings you back to Arusha for departure. This structure ensures you cover the most important safari highlights while maximizing your chance of seeing the migration in action.
The Northern Circuit is the most popular safari route in Tanzania because it combines multiple world-class parks in a single trip. The highlights include Serengeti National Park for the migration, Ngorongoro Conservation Area for its crater ecosystem, Tarangire National Park for elephants and baobab-studded landscapes, and Lake Manyara National Park for diverse birdlife and unique scenery. Depending on your travel dates and preferences, we may focus more time on Serengeti or Ngorongoro to ensure you experience the migration at its peak.
The migration is a year-round event, but certain times are more dramatic. From December to March, the herds gather in the southern Serengeti for calving season, when thousands of newborns arrive and predators are highly active. From July to September, the action shifts to the northern Serengeti, where wildebeest brave the Mara River in dramatic crossings. June and October are also excellent months with fewer crowds and great game viewing. Because lodges and camps sell out quickly during these peak periods, it’s best to book your safari at least 6 to 12 months in advance.
The best place depends on the time of year. For the calving season, the Ndutu area in the southern Serengeti is unbeatable, with vast herds spread across the plains. For river crossings, the northern Serengeti along the Mara River is the top location, usually between July and September. In June, the western Serengeti and Grumeti River also host exciting crossings. Our team at AK African Tours and Safaris plans your itinerary around the herds’ movement to put you in the best location at the right time.
A Wildebeest Migration safari focuses on one of nature’s greatest spectacles — the mass movement of over a million animals across the Serengeti. Unlike a standard safari, where sightings can be unpredictable, a migration safari gives you the chance to see unique events such as river crossings, mass calving, and predator-prey interactions on a huge scale. It combines classic safari wildlife viewing with the excitement of being part of a moving natural drama, making it one of the most unforgettable safari experiences in the world.
In addition to wildebeest, you’ll see zebras, gazelles, giraffes, elephants, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Hyenas are commonly seen following the herds, while vultures circle overhead during predator kills. The birdlife is also outstanding, with everything from flamingos to eagles. The Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater are especially rich in biodiversity, giving you the chance to tick off the Big Five and many more species in a short period of time.
Yes, this safari is perfect for first-time visitors. The itinerary is well-paced, covering Tanzania’s most iconic parks without being too rushed. Our experienced driver-guides explain everything from animal behavior to local culture, so you gain a deeper understanding of the places you visit. The mix of landscapes, wildlife, and comfortable accommodations ensures that first-timers feel safe, well looked after, and completely immersed in the safari experience.
Absolutely. Many couples choose the Great Migration safari as a honeymoon trip. We can arrange special touches such as luxury tented camps, private bush dinners, sunset champagne toasts, and hot-air balloon rides over the Serengeti. After your safari, you can add a Zanzibar beach extension for a relaxing, romantic finish. Whether you want an adventurous honeymoon or a luxury escape, we’ll customize the package to fit your style.
Accommodation options range from mid-range lodges to high-end luxury tented camps and exclusive mobile camps that move with the herds. Lodges provide modern comforts like en-suite bathrooms, while tented camps bring you closer to nature without compromising safety or service. Mobile camps offer a unique chance to stay right where the action is. No matter your budget, all accommodations we recommend are clean, safe, and well located for excellent game-viewing access.
Booking is simple. Share your preferred travel dates, group size, and budget with us, and we’ll prepare a customized itinerary for you. Once you confirm your safari and pay a deposit, we secure all your accommodations and park permits. You’ll then receive a full confirmation with travel tips, packing advice, and direct contact with our team. You can reach us quickly by phone, email, or WhatsApp — whichever is most convenient for you. Because peak migration dates book out quickly, we recommend reserving your safari as early as possible.
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