7-Day Mid Range Safari to Great Migration in July

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

Arrival & Transfer to Hotel

Our driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your lodge. Standard check-in time is 2 pm.

If you require early check-in, please request it in advance through your travel expert, and we will be happy to assist, subject to availability.

If you need a different pick-up location, please let us know at the time of booking, and we’ll be glad to suggest alternative arrangements.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Olerai Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Walk with Locals in Mto wa Mbu Village - Banana Plantations, Souvenir Shops, Local Village

Today begins with a morning visit to the vibrant village of Mto wa Mbu – a cultural melting pot where over 120 tribes peacefully coexist, creating a bright and lively atmosphere. You’ll explore traditional tribal houses, wander through the local market, and get a glimpse into the daily lives of farmers, artisans, craftsmen, and painters. At the banana plantation, your guide will introduce you to the many varieties of this versatile plant and its various uses – from food to building materials and art. The local art group will share insights into different painting styles, while woodcarvers will explain the types of native wood and the meanings behind traditional carvings. To top off the experience, you may try mbege – the traditional banana and millet beer.

By lunch, you’ll be taken to your next lodge. Time to relax and soak in the breathtaking views. Get ready for the next day full of adventure in the most unique safari spot!

Main Destination:

Mto Wa Mbu (Town)

Accommodation:

Tloma Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located near Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater

Today you will visit the legendary Ngorongoro Crater, part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Formed by an ancient volcano, this natural amphitheater is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, often described as one of the densest in Africa.
After a scenic descent through lush forest, you’ll explore the crater floor, where elephants, buffaloes, zebras, lions and even rare black rhinos can be seen. Most animals remain inside the caldera thanks to its year-round water and grazing.
You’ll enjoy a picnic near Lake Magadi, where hippos rest in the shallows and birds circle overhead. It’s a truly unique safari setting and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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:

Narudi Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Exploring Seronera and Kogatende in Serengeti

Today you’ll explore the legendary Serengeti National Park, one of the largest and most wildlife-rich parks in Tanzania. Lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and antelopes roam freely, while cheetahs, servals, and other rare predators may appear. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Serengeti is famed for its incredible ecosystem and the annual Great Migration. Inspired Disney’s “Lion King,” yet here life is raw, wild, and unforgettable. Your adventure takes place in Central Serengeti, in the breathtaking Seronera.

Main Destination:

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:

Mara Kati Kati Tented Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Game Drive to River Crossing at Mara River

Today you are starting the safari in the legendary Serengeti – the most iconic safari park in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This vast wilderness is home to lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras and a high chance of spotting cheetahs and other rare wildlife. Serengeti inspired Disney’s The Lion King, but what you’ll see here is no fairy tale – it’s the real, wild beauty of Africa.

This day will include a transfer to the northern part of Serengeti, known for the Great Migration and dramatic river crossings. One option is spending more time game-driving in the central Serengeti (Seronera) in the morning, and head north in the afternoon with a relaxed scenic drive. The other one is leaving for the north earlier in the day to allow for more time exploring the Mara River area and witnessing the migration action.

Please keep in mind that Serengeti is vast – the drive between central and northern regions takes approximately 2.5-3 hours one way.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Narudi Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Final Day in Serengeti Plains

This is your final day in central Serengeti. Every day in the savannah provides something new and exciting, you will not have a repeat of previous days, but will experience something genuinely new: yesterday’s lazy lions might be on the prowl today, elephants that walked away will be curious today. A cheetah may even climb atop the safari car, for a chance to see you! It is also an excellent chance to see the famous Kopjes - these remnants of volcanic rock from ancient eruptions are a picturesque part of the Seronera landscape. Animals love to rest in their shade, providing ideal photographs of your time in Central Serengeti.

It’s best to wrap up the safari slightly before midday, as the return journey to Arusha takes approximately six hours. You’ll travel back through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with chances to spot baboons, elephants, and maybe even a cheetah along the way. By dinner time, you’ll be back at your hotel in Arusha to relax and enjoy the evening.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Olerai Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Departure Day and Transfer to Airport

Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport in time for your flight. Standard hotel check-out time is 10:00 AM.
If you require a late check-out, please let us know at the time of booking – we will be happy to request it in advance (subject to availability and possible extra charges).
If you are not flying out on this day and have other plans, please inform us when booking. We can customize your program according to your schedule.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

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.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.