6-Day Tanzania Great Migration Safari

6-Day Tanzania Great Migration Safari

Offered by: USD Safari Tours
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Journey Snapshot
🗺 Tanzania ⏱ 6 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof
Arusha City
Experience one of the world's most spectacular natural events on this unforgettable 6-day, 5-night Great Migration Safari in Tanzania. Journey into the heart of the Serengeti and witness the extraordinary movement of thousands of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope as they follow the seasonal rains and fresh grazing across the Serengeti - Mara ecosystem. The Great Migration is a remarkable year-round cycle that takes these vast herds between Tanzania and Kenya, creating some of Africa's most dramatic wildlife experiences. Along their journey, the animals face predators, cross rivers, gather in enormous herds, and continue the timeless cycle of survival and renewal. Depending on the season and your travel dates, your safari may offer opportunities to witness spectacular migration moments, including large herd movements and river crossings. With expert guides and carefully planned game drives, Kitano Tour brings you closer to the action while allowing you to experience the Serengeti's breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife. This six-day adventure is ideal for travelers seeking an authentic and immersive Great Migration experience, combining exceptional wildlife viewing with the comfort and personalized service of a professionally guided safari. Safari Highlights: Witness the incredible Great Wildebeest Migration Explore the spectacular Serengeti ecosystem See thousands of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope Experience seasonal wildlife movements and predator encounters Discover Tanzania's breathtaking landscapes Enjoy expert-guided game drives throughout the safari Experience an authentic and immersive Tanzanian safari with Kitano Tour

Route

Start Arusha City (Day 1)
Day 2 Arusha - Tarangire National Park
Day 3 Serengeti National Park
Day 4 River Crossing - Northern Serengeti
Day 5 Central Serengeti National Park
Day 6 Serengeti National Park
End Arusha City

Tour Features

Day 1 :Arusha Day 2 :Arusha - Tarangire National Park Day 3 :Serengeti National Park Day 4 :River Crossing - Northern Serengeti Day 5 :Central Serengeti National Park

Activities & Transportation

  • Route: Arusha City
  • Duration: 6 day
  • Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
  • Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day
Accommodation
Meals
1
Summit Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals at own expense Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
2
Africa Safari Karatu Lodge Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
3
Safari Haven Serengeti Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
4
Safari Haven Serengeti Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
5
Ngorongoro Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater
Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
6
No accommodation
Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included

Day by Day

Day 1 Arusha
Morning 🏨Summit Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City) 🍽Meals at own expense Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Upon arrival, you will find our company representative at the airport, ready and waiting for you. You will recognize him with the special board with your name written on it. You will be transferred directly to your accommodation in Arusha while he will share details of our beautiful country. You will check in at your hotel and have time to rest. Later, we will show you around Arusha City, visit local markets, a Masai market, the Cultural Heritage Museum, and the Arusha City Museum.
Day 2 Arusha - Tarangire National Park
Morning 🏨Africa Safari Karatu Lodge Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Depart Arusha after an early breakfast and drive southwest toward Tarangire National Park. Enter the park for a full day game drive through its iconic landscape of ancient baobab trees, open savannah, and the life-giving Tarangire River. This park hosts one of the highest concentrations of elephants in Tanzania, alongside large herds of buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, and an impressive diversity of over 550 bird species. Tarangire is an exceptional opening chapter to any Tanzania safari. Dinner and overnight at your lodge in Karatu.
Day 3 Serengeti National Park
Morning 🏨Safari Haven Serengeti Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Depart after breakfast, travelling through the lush Ngorongoro Highlands before descending onto the vast Serengeti plains. Enter the park and proceed directly to your camp in the Seronera Valley, the wildlife heartland of the Serengeti - arriving in time for lunch. The afternoon game drive takes you through some of the most productive wildlife territory in Africa, where resident lion prides, leopards, cheetahs, and enormous herds of wildebeest define the landscape. Return to camp at sunset for dinner and overnight.
Day 4 River Crossing - Northern Serengeti
Morning 🏨Safari Haven Serengeti Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
An early departure takes you north toward the Mara River - the stage for one of nature's most extraordinary spectacles. Between July and October, hundreds of thousands of wildebeest and zebra gather on the riverbanks, summoning the courage to cross crocodile-filled waters in a desperate push northward. Your guide will position you at the best vantage points to witness this raw and unforgettable event. Even outside the peak crossing season, the Northern Serengeti delivers exceptional predator sightings, large elephant herds, and a remote wilderness feeling that sets it apart from the rest of the park.
Day 5 Central Serengeti National Park
Morning 🏨Ngorongoro Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater 🍽Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Begin the day with a morning game drive through the Serengeti, making full use of the early hours before exiting the park. The journey back through the Serengeti offers further game viewing opportunities along the way. Exit the park in the afternoon and ascend into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where the temperature drops, the vegetation thickens, and the landscape transforms into cool highland forest. Arrive at your lodge in time for dinner and overnight.
Day 6 Serengeti National Park
Morning 🏨No accommodation 🍽Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Descend 600 metres into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full morning game drive across the floor of this ancient volcanic caldera - a UNESCO World Heritage Site sheltering over 25,000 animals within its walls. The crater delivers an unmatched concentration of wildlife including lions, elephants, hippos, spotted hyenas, thousands of flamingos on the alkaline Lake Magadi, and the critically endangered Black Rhino - one of the rarest and most sought-after sightings in East Africa. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before ascending and transferring back to Arusha, marking the memorable conclusion of your Great Migration safari.

Rates

From: $2,329 pp (USD)
Final quote depends on date, travelers and lodge level.

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Inclusions

Included
  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Exclusions

Not included
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Note: Some items may vary depending on season and lodge level.

Getting There

Start: Arusha City

End: Arusha City

We can arrange airport pick-up and drop-off. Ask in your quote request.

Offered By

USD Safari Tours
USD Safari Tours
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