7-Day Great Migration Safari Itinerary

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Take the rest of the day to relax and prepare for your adventure. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore the town or visit local attractions.

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy an exciting game drive, spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species. Have a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your exploration. In the evening, head to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Depart early for Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in the Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive, where you may witness predators hunting on the open plains. As the sun sets, head to your camp in the heart of the Serengeti for dinner and a night surrounded by nature.

Spend the entire day following the Great Migration herds as they move across the Serengeti in search of fresh grazing. Depending on the season, you may witness dramatic river crossings or large predator-prey interactions. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild before continuing your game drive. Return to your camp for a relaxing evening under the African sky.

Start the morning with another game drive in Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you may visit a Maasai village for a cultural experience. Arrive at your lodge near the crater in the late afternoon, where you can unwind and enjoy the breathtaking views.

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder teeming with wildlife. This enclosed ecosystem hosts elephants, lions, rhinos, and flamingos along the crater’s lake. Enjoy an extensive game drive followed by a picnic lunch in a scenic spot. In the late afternoon, ascend the crater and drive to Karatu for your final night in the wilderness.

After breakfast, drive back to Arusha, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your departure. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for a city tour or souvenir shopping before heading home.