5-Day Great Migration Safari from Tanzania, Mara River and Big 5

4.8 (8 reviews) Arusha, Tanzania
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Duration5 days
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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 100 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

A 5-day Tanzania safari covering Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, designed to showcase the best of the Northern Circuit. Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration in Northern Serengeti, including the dramatic Mara River crossings where thousands of animals face predators and crocodile-filled waters. Enjoy thrilling game drives in search of the Big Five with an experienced professional guide. Explore Tarangire’s elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, the endless plains of Serengeti, and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater. This safari offers diverse landscapes, rich wildlife encounters, and unforgettable moments in Africa’s most iconic national parks.

What's included

  • Overnight accommodation as per itinerary
  • 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof for game viewing
  • Drinking water bottled
  • All park entrance fees
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • hotel pickup and drop-off in Arusha
  • Breakfast
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
  • International flights
  • Visa fees for Tanzania
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks
  • Tips and gratuities for guide and cook
  • Optional activities not mentioned in itinerary

What to expect

Day 1: Arusha → Tarangire National Park
  1. Tarangire National Park
    7h
    After an early morning pickup from Arusha, you will drive to Tarangire National Park. The park is famous for large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and seasonal river wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many bird species.
Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park (Game Drive En Route)
  1. Serengeti National Park
    8h
    After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy game viewing on the way as you enter the endless plains of Serengeti, home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras.
Day 3: Northern Serengeti (Mara River Migration)
  1. Mara River
    7h · Admission ticket included
    After breakfast, travel to Northern Serengeti, the best area to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration. Depending on the season, you may see dramatic river crossings at the Mara River, where crocodiles and predators await migrating herds.
Day 4: Central Serengeti
  1. Serengeti National Park
    6h
    Enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before slowly heading towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you will continue wildlife viewing across the plains.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha
  1. Ngorongoro Conservation Area
    7h
    After an early breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The crater is home to the Big Five including lions, elephants, buffalo, rhinos, and leopards. After lunch, drive back to Arusha where your safari ends.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Located at Clock Tower Roundabout in Arusha city center where Sokoine Road meets Boma Road. Easily accessible by taxi or walking. Search “Arusha Clock Tower” on Google Maps.

End point

Located at Clock Tower Roundabout in Arusha city center where Sokoine Road meets Boma Road. Easily accessible by taxi or walking. Search “Arusha Clock Tower” on Google Maps.

Pickup details

We provide pickup from hotels in Arusha city and Arusha Airport. Pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is available at an additional cost.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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