5-Day Following Great Migration Mara River & Ngorongoro

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater

Depart Arusha early in the morning and drive through the lush farmlands and dramatic highlands of northern Tanzania toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a vast natural amphitheater often described as Africa’s “Garden of Eden.” The crater floor is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including large prides of lions, elephants with impressive tusks, buffaloes, hippos, and the rare black rhino. Scenic soda lakes attract flamingos and other water birds, while open grasslands and acacia woodlands create stunning photographic landscapes. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before ascending to the rim, where sweeping views over the caldera conclude the day—dinner and overnight at Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp.

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:

Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp

• Luxury tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro to Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, journey northward across the Ngorongoro highlands into the legendary Serengeti ecosystem. The landscape gradually opens into endless golden plains dotted with kopjes (granite rock outcrops), acacia trees, and seasonal rivers. Game viewing begins en route as you encounter giraffes, elephants, zebras, and plains antelope. As you approach the Northern Serengeti, the scenery becomes more remote and wild, dominated by rolling savannah and riverine vegetation along the Mara River system. This region is renowned for hosting vast herds of migrating wildebeest and zebra during late July, making it one of the most dramatic wildlife areas in Africa. Dinner and overnight at Mara Kenzan Mobile Tented Camp.

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

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Kenzan Migration Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Northern Serengeti (Great Migration Focus)

Spend the entire day exploring the Northern Serengeti, following the movement of the Great Migration. Thousands of wildebeest and zebra gather in massive herds, closely shadowed by predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. The Mara River area offers some of the most iconic safari scenery, with crocodile-filled waters, steep riverbanks, and tense wildlife interactions as animals prepare to cross. The landscape alternates between open plains and lush riverine forest, providing excellent opportunities for photography and extended wildlife observation. A picnic or bush lunch allows you to remain immersed in this spectacular natural setting. Dinner and overnight at Mara Kenzan Mobile Tented Camp.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Kenzan Migration Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Northern Serengeti (Exploration & Predators)

Another full day in Northern Serengeti allows deeper exploration of different wildlife zones. Early morning and late afternoon game drives reveal predators at their most active, including leopards resting in trees, lions on the hunt, and cheetahs scanning the plains. The quieter northern region offers a sense of true wilderness, with fewer vehicles and expansive views stretching toward the Kenyan border. You may witness dramatic predator-prey interactions, large elephant herds moving between grazing areas, and rich birdlife along riverbanks. The changing light over the Serengeti plains creates breathtaking landscapes throughout the day. Dinner and overnight at Mara Kenzan Mobile Tented Camp.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Kenzan Migration Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Northern Serengeti-Flight to Arusha

After breakfast, enjoy a final short game drive in the Serengeti, soaking in the last breathtaking views of its endless plains and rich wildlife. Thereafter, transfer to Kogatende Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Arusha Airport, followed by a transfer to Arusha Town. This smooth and well-coordinated journey brings your safari to a close, leaving you with lasting memories of East Africa’s most iconic landscapes and diverse ecosystems.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.