7-Day The Great Migration at Mara River Crossing Safari

Experience one of the most dramatic wildlife spectacles on Earth on this unforgettable 7-Day Great Migration Safari focused on the Mara River Crossing in the northern Serengeti.

Overview

This safari takes you deep into the heart of the Serengeti ecosystem where thousands of wildebeests and zebras risk everything to cross the crocodile-infested Mara River during their annual migration.

This journey also includes visits to Tarangire National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater, offering a complete Tanzania safari experience with incredible wildlife diversity, breathtaking landscapes, and world-class game viewing.

Day by Day

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Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be welcomed by our safari representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.

Relax and recover from your journey as you prepare for the adventure ahead. In the evening, your safari guide will brief you on the upcoming Mara River migration experience.

Stay

Arusha Planet Lodge

Meals

Dinner

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Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.

Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring the park’s diverse ecosystems along the Tarangire River, which attracts large concentrations of wildlife during the dry season.

Expect to see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and various bird species.

Stay

Marera Valley Lodge

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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Day 3: Tarangire to Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, journey through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to the legendary Serengeti National Park.

Upon arrival in Central Serengeti, begin your first game drive across the endless plains while searching for predators and migrating herds.

The Serengeti ecosystem is home to the Big Five and offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa.

Stay

Serengeti Classic View Camp

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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Day 4: Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti (Mara River Region)

After an early breakfast, head north toward the Northern Serengeti, the most famous region for the Mara River crossings.

This scenic drive includes wildlife viewing along the way as you move closer to the migration corridors.

Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive along the Mara River, where crocodiles lie in wait as herds gather before attempting crossings.

Stay

Serengeti Classic View Camp

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

7-Day The Great Migration at Mara River Crossing Safari

Day 5: Full-Day Mara River Crossing Safari

Today is dedicated to one of nature’s most dramatic events — the Mara River Crossing.

Spend the entire day tracking migration herds as they gather at the riverbanks. With luck, you may witness thousands of wildebeests and zebras plunging into the river while crocodiles and predators wait in ambush.

Your safari guide will position you at the best crossing points depending on real-time wildlife movement.

Stay

Serengeti Classic View Camp

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

4-Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari

Day 6: Northern Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Northern Serengeti before departing toward Ngorongoro.

Travel through the Serengeti plains and highlands with wildlife sightings along the route.

Arrive at your lodge near the Ngorongoro Crater rim in the evening, where you can relax and enjoy stunning sunset views.

Stay

Rhino Lodge

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater & Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most unique wildlife sanctuaries and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore the crater floor, home to black rhinos, elephants, lions, hippos, flamingos, buffaloes, and countless other species.

After a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha where your safari ends.

Meals

Breakfast & Lunch

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Arusha, Tanzania