6-Day Luxury Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing

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

Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by a Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris representative, who will assist with your transfer to your accommodation. Settle in and enjoy a restful evening as you prepare for the incredible adventure ahead.

Dinner and overnight at Gran Meliá Arusha.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Gran Meliá Arusha

• Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, your private safari guide will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha at 8:00am. Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a luxury picnic lunch inside the park.

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

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Kitela Lodge

• Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Central Serengeti National Park

Following an early breakfast, embark on a scenic journey to the iconic Serengeti National Park, entering through the picturesque Naabi Hill Gate. En route, enjoy a captivating game drive across the boundless plains as you make your way to the heart of the central Serengeti, renowned for its thriving big cat populations, golden savannahs and breathtaking wildlife encounters.

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:

Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Safari Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti National Park

Today, your journey takes you to the remote and untamed northern Serengeti, near the legendary Mara River—an exclusive vantage point to witness one of nature's greatest spectacles: the great wildebeest migration river crossing, typically occurring from July to October.

Spend the afternoon immersed in game drives across this dramatic landscape, where immense herds brave crocodile-infested waters and apex predators such as lion and leopard track their every move. This region offers some of the most intense and awe-inspiring wildlife encounters on the continent, all experienced in the comfort of a private, expertly guided safari.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Mara Mara Tented Lodge

• Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Northern to Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, begin your day with a morning game drive through the breathtaking landscapes of the northern Serengeti, capturing the last moments of wildlife activity in this spectacular region. After a bush lunch or picnic, your guide will drive you southward toward the central Serengeti. Upon arrival, unwind at your camp or lodge and enjoy a restful evening in preparation for the following day's journey into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for more exceptional game viewing.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Safari Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Ngorongoro Crater

Today, rise early for a scenic transfer and game drive from the central Serengeti to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a journey of approximately three hours. Along the way, immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Maasai people with a visit to a traditional Maasai boma, and explore the fascinating Olduvai Gorge, an important paleoanthropological site known as the “Cradle of Mankind.”

Upon arrival, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a final game drive. This lush and wildlife-rich haven offers a great chance to spot the rare black rhino, along with many other iconic species. After your unforgettable crater experience, your driver will return you to Arusha. Upon arrival, you may choose to relax at your hotel or continue to your onward destination, depending on your travel plans.

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

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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