5 Days 4 Nights Great Migration Safari

September 11, 2026 2026-09-12 12:52
🌊 Great Migration River Crossing July – October Season 5 Days / 4 Nights

5-Day Serengeti River Crossing & Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Experience an incredible 5-day, 4-night Great Migration safari in Tanzania, where you will discover the awe-inspiring beauty of the Northern Serengeti, Mara River crossings, Central Seronera, and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Travel in comfort on a private tour with a knowledgeable guide in a well-equipped 4x4 safari jeep featuring charging ports, an on-board fridge, and complimentary unlimited drinking water throughout your adventure.

Duration 5 Days / 4 Nights
Start & End Arusha (ARK) / JRO Airport
Tented Luxury Kisura & Tanzania Bush Camps
Safari Vehicle Private 4x4 Land Cruiser
✓ Airport Pick-up & Return Transfers Included (ARK / JRO)
✓ 2 Dedicated Days at Mara River for Migration Crossings
✓ Central Serengeti (Seronera) Predator & Big Five Action
✓ Ngorongoro Crater Floor Safari ("Africa's Garden of Eden")
ARK/JRO Arusha / JRO Pickup & Welcome
🚙 4.5h Drive
CENTRAL Seronera Kisura Camp (1 Nt)
🚙 Migration Drive
NORTH Mara River Bush Camp (2 Nts)
🚙 3.0h Drive
CENTRAL Seronera Kisura Camp (1 Nt)
🚙 3.0h Transfer
CRATER Airport Drop End of Safari

Day-by-Day Safari Program

DAY 01

Arusha / JRO Airport – Central Serengeti National Park

Drive Time: Arusha/JRO – Central Serengeti: 4.5 Hours

Our driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha or directly upon arrival at the airport (ARK or JRO) to start our beautiful journey to Central Serengeti. We will head to Central Serengeti for a game drive, starting by registering at Naabi Hill Gate before entering to explore the legendary plains.

Central Serengeti, also known as the Seronera area, is the heart of Serengeti National Park and is full of wildlife like lions, leopards, and elephants. It is famous worldwide for frequent predator sightings and plays a key role in the Great Migration, with millions of wildebeest and zebras passing through each year.

You will experience the beauty of the Serengeti, including tracking the Big Five and other iconic wildlife. The day will conclude with a dramatic sunset game drive, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at your luxury tented camp.

Activity: Afternoon Game Drive & Sunset Safari
Accommodation: Kisura Serengeti Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB: Bed & Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
DAY 02

Central Serengeti – Northern Serengeti (Mara River Area)

Scenic En-Route Migration Tracking Drive

After breakfast, we will head toward the remote Northern Serengeti for an extensive game drive watching the Great Migration. The Mara River runs right through the north, and this is where you can witness the most iconic scenes on Earth: thousands of wildebeest and zebras gathered along the steep river embankments.

Expect to see massive columns of herds moving across rolling hills and acacia woodlands. Predators like lions, leopards, cheetahs, and giant Nile crocodiles wait strategically around the riverbanks for crossing opportunities.

Following an afternoon tracking mega-herds, the day will end with a scenic sunset drive across the northern landscape, followed by a delicious dinner and an overnight stay at your riverside camp.

Activity: Great Migration & Mara River Tracking Drive
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp (Mara River Camp)
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB: Bed & Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
DAY 03

Full Day Northern Serengeti – Dramatic River Crossings

Full-Day Dedicated Mara River Exploration

Spend an entire day dedicated to exploring the northern wilderness. The Northern Serengeti is known for its dramatic Mara River crossings during the Great Migration—witnessing wildebeest plunging boldly into crocodile-filled waters is considered one of nature's greatest spectacles.

Because this region is remote and wild, it offers a pristine, less crowded safari experience. Take in the stunning vistas of rolling topography, granite kopjes, and riverine thickets.

Enjoy a bush picnic lunch in the wild while monitoring herd movements along the river crossing points. In the late afternoon, return to your tented safari camp for dinner under the African stars and relaxation around the campfire.

Activity: Full-Day River Crossing & Big Cat Safari
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp (Mara River Camp)
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB: Bed & Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
DAY 04

Northern Serengeti – Central Serengeti (Seronera)

Drive Time: North – Central Serengeti: 3 Hours

After breakfast, we will continue with an early morning game drive in the Northern Serengeti, exploring more of the area's rich wildlife and landscapes during the most active predator hunting hours.

Later in the day, we will make our way back south to the Central Serengeti (Seronera area). Seronera's year-round water network provides a haven for lions, leopards lounging in sausage trees, cheetahs hunting across short-grass plains, and large herds of elephants.

Arrive at Kisura Serengeti Camp in time for a relaxing afternoon, panoramic savannah views, and dinner accompanied by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Activity: Morning North Safari & Central Serengeti Game Drive
Accommodation: Kisura Serengeti Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB: Bed & Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
DAY 05

Central Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Airport Drop-Off

Drive Time: Central Serengeti – Ngorongoro – Airport: ~3 Hours

After an early breakfast, we will set off on our journey to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive. As we descend 600 meters down into the caldera floor, you will have the opportunity to see the Big Five—including the rare black rhino, pride of lions, and tusker elephants—alongside thousands of zebras and gazelles.

Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as 'Africa's Garden of Eden,' is a unique natural wonder located in northern Tanzania. The enormous unbroken caldera was created over 2.5 million years ago when a large volcano, similar in size to Mount Kilimanjaro, erupted and collapsed.

Once the game drive and scenic lakeside picnic are complete, we will ascend the caldera walls and drive directly to Arusha Airport (ARK) or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), marking the end of your unforgettable Great Migration safari.

Activity: Crater Floor Game Drive & Airport Drop-off
Accommodation: No Accommodation (End of Safari)
Meal Plan: Half Board (HB: Bed & Breakfast & Lunch/Dinner)
FEATURED CAMP 1 (CENTRAL SERENGETI - NIGHTS 1 & 4)

Kisura Serengeti Camp

Located right inside the wildlife-rich Seronera area of Central Serengeti, Kisura Serengeti Camp delivers authentic wilderness immersion with luxury comforts. Spacious walk-in canvas tents feature comfortable bedding, en-suite bathrooms with hot showers, flush toilets, and breathtaking views over the predator-rich plains.

✓ Walk-In Luxury Canvas Tents ✓ Private En-Suite Hot Showers ✓ Heart of Central Serengeti (Seronera) ✓ Evening Campfire & Fine Bush Dining
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FEATURED CAMP 2 (NORTHERN SERENGETI - NIGHTS 2 & 3)

Tanzania Bush Camp (Mara River Camp)

Strategically positioned in the Northern Serengeti near the Mara River, Tanzania Bush Camp places you right in the center of the Great Migration river crossing action from July to October. Enjoy comfortable walk-in safari tents with en-suite facilities, personalized service, and unmatched proximity to the crossing points.

✓ Prime Mara River Crossing Location ✓ Private En-Suite Safari Tents ✓ High Concentration of Migration Herds ✓ Authentic Wilderness Atmosphere
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Tiered Group Rates Per Person (USD)

Private safari rates based on room configurations outlined below

Guaranteed Rates: 2026 – 2027
Group Size Room Allocation Rate Per Person Status / Value
Solo Traveler Solo 1 Room n/a* Unavailable
2 People 1 Room (Double / Twin) $2,403 Available
3 People 2 Rooms $2,097 Popular
4 People 2 Rooms $1,995 Great Value
5 People 3 Rooms $1,892 Special Rate
6 People 3 Rooms $1,826 Best Value
7+ People Custom Group Rooms Get Quote → Custom Quote

* Important Rate Notes: *n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers. Rates are per adult for private groups sharing rooms as specified above. Valid for departures between Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026 and Jan 1, 2027 – Dec 31, 2027 (River Crossing peak season runs July through October). Includes airport pick-up and drop-off transfers.

This Tour Includes

  • Accommodation: Full board accommodation as outlined in the safari itinerary
  • Safari Vehicle: 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing
  • Driver-Guide: Professional English-speaking driver-guide and all fuel costs
  • Full Board Meals: All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
  • Park Fees: All National park fees and Ngorongoro Crater fees as per itinerary
  • Complimentary Refreshments: Unlimited mineral water inside the safari vehicle
  • Transfers: Airport pick-up and drop-off transfers included (ARK / JRO)
  • Room Configuration: Sleeping in a Double / Twin Room

This Tour Excludes

  • Airfare and international/domestic airport taxes/fees
  • Laundry services
  • Entry visas and travel vaccinations
  • Tips, gratuities, and driver-guide tips
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Optional tours and personal expenses
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Arusha, Tanzania • Keys: ARK = Arusha Airport | JRO = Kilimanjaro International Airport