6-Day Great Migration Mara River Crossing Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha – Fly to Serengeti North (Kogatende Airstrip)

Begin your safari with a scenic flight from Arusha to Kogatende Airstrip in Northern Serengeti, placing you in the heart of the Great Migration. Upon arrival, embark on an afternoon game drive to spot lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests. Watch as the plains come alive with wildlife amid stunning landscapes. Return to Safari Haven Camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Safari Haven Migration Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Follow the Great Migration Along Mara River

Spend the full day following the Great Migration along the Mara River, witnessing wildebeest and zebras crossing the crocodile-infested waters while predators lurk nearby. Morning and afternoon game drives provide exceptional wildlife viewing and photography opportunities. You may spot lions, hyenas, and crocodiles taking advantage of the movement of herds. Return to Safari Haven Camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Safari Haven Migration Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Game Drive En Route to Serengeti Central

After breakfast, depart Northern Serengeti and travel to Serengeti Central, enjoying wildlife viewing en route. Spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and antelopes across the scenic Serengeti landscapes. Arrive in the central Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive, exploring predator-rich plains and witnessing the abundance of plains game. Return to Safari Haven Camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Safari Haven Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive in one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Look for the Big Five — lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos — as well as hippos, flamingos, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor amid breathtaking scenery before transferring to Marera Valley Lodge in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and striking baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive observing lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of bird species along the Tarangire River. In the evening, check in at Pazuri Inn for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Pazuri Inn

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Arusha City Tour – Departure

On your final day, enjoy a guided Arusha city tour, exploring local markets, cultural landmarks, and scenic viewpoints. After the tour, enjoy a final lunch in Arusha before concluding your safari and departing for your onward journey.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.