5-Day Great Migration at the Mara River Crossing

From $5000 Per Person

Overview

5-Day Great Migration at the Mara River Crossing

Designed around the drama of the Mara River, this five-day safari moves from Tarangire through Central and Northern Serengeti to Ngorongoro, timed for travelers chasing the Great Migration at its most dramatic (roughly July to October).

Itinerary Breakdown

Day 1

Arusha

Arusha - Tarangire National Park

Depart Arusha in the morning for Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and seasonal swamps. Spend the day on game drives before returning to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Marera Valley Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Central Serengeti National Park

Drive to Central Serengeti, taking in wildlife sightings along the way. After a packed lunch inside the park, spend the afternoon on further game drives across this predator-rich ecosystem.

Tanzania Bush Camps Central Serengeti
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3

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Northern Serengeti - The Mara River Crossing

Head north toward the Mara River, where your guide will seek out the best vantage points to witness wildebeest and zebra attempting the crossing, one of the most dramatic stages of the migration.

Tanzania Bush Camps Ndutu Mobile Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

Northern Serengeti to Ngorongoro

A final game drive in the Northern Serengeti in the morning, followed by a scenic drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with lunch en route. Settle into your lodge on the crater rim for the evening.

Rhino Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5

Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of game viewing among its resident lions, elephants, buffalo, and black rhinos before transferring back to Arusha in the afternoon.

No Accomodation
Breakfast, Lunch

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