8-Day Great Migration River Crossing Safari Tour

8-Day Great Migration River Crossing Safari Tour

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Tour Overview

What Makes This Safari Stand Out

Experience the thrill of an eight-day safari in the northern Serengeti, perfectly timed for the river-crossing season from July to October. Witness the awe-inspiring migration of wildebeest and zebras as they navigate perilous rivers in search of lushures. Each day includes expertly guided game drives to capture the action, while evenings are spent at comfortable lodges or camps strategically located near the migration routes.
  • Duration8 Days
  • Tour StartKilimanjaro International Airport
  • Tour EndKilimanjaro International Airport
  • TransportSafari Vehicles (4x4 Jeeps or Land Cruisers)
  • Travel StylePrivate Tour
  • Tour ComfortMid-Range

Where You'll Go

Safari Route Map

An approximate route through this itinerary's destinations, day by day.

Experience Types

Included Safari Activities

Pricing

Group Size & Age Pricing

Age policy and group-size pricing stay here in the main content, while the sidebar focuses only on live quote estimation.

Group Size Adult (per person) Child (per person)
1 Person On request N/A (solo)
2 People On request On request
3 People On request On request
4 People On request On request
5 People On request On request
6+ People On request On request
Age Policy: Adult age: confirmed by operator Child pricing: confirmed by operator Free Child age: confirmed by operator

Day By Day

8 Day Itinerary

Day 1 Kilimanjaro Airport - Arusha Main Destination: Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International (JRO) or Arusha Airport , a friendly representative from Lake Zone Climbers & Safaris will be there to you. Enjoy a comfortable ride to your accommodation in Arusha, where you can choose from a range of overnight stay options, including Arusha Planet Lodge, Four Points by Sheraton, or Gran Melia, tailored to your preference and budget. We look forward to your stay memorable!

Accommodation
Arusha Planet Lodge Lodge Mid-range
Meals No meals & drinks
Day 2 Arusha - Tarangire National Park ​ Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park

Experience an unforgettable journey as you depart from Arusha to Tarangire National Park after breakfast. Get ready for an exciting day filled with encounters, as the park is famous for its large elephant herds, stunning baobab trees, and vibrant birdlife. Enjoy game drives where you'll have the chance to see lions giraffes, zebras, and much more. As the sun sets,’ll head to your accommodation for a delightful dinner and a restful overnight stay

Accommodation
Marera Valley Lodge Lodge Mid-range
Meals LunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 3 Tarangire NP - Central Serengeti NP Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Experience the thrill of adventure as you leave Tarangire after breakfast embarking on a scenic drive through the stunning landscapes of Tanzania. Arr in Central Serengeti by midday, you'll dive straight into an exhilarating afternoon game drive, where you can witness majestic wildlife such as lions, elephants, gira, and zebras. After an action-packed day retreat to your lodge or camp in the early evening, where you can relax and enjoy dinner while reflecting on the unforgettable moments against the backdrop of a breathtaking Serengeti sunset.

Accommodation
Engiterata Adventure Camp Tented Camp Mid-range
Inside Park Serengeti National Park
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 4 Full Day Game Drive in Central Serengeti Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Embark on an exhilarating full-day game drive in Central Serengeti after breakfast, where you'll immerse yourself in the region's spectacular wildlife. Witness the morning activity of majestic predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs, alongside the graceful presence of elephants, giraffes, and herds of wildebeest and zebras. Enjoy a delightful picnic lunch at a picturesque location before continuing your adventure through the renowned Seronera Valley, famous for its big cats and vibrant birdlife. As the sun sets, return to your lodge or camp, unwind and savor a delicious dinner while reflecting on the day's unforgettable moments in the wild.

Accommodation
Engiterata Adventure Camp Tented Camp Mid-range
Inside Park Serengeti National Park
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 5 Central Serengeti - Northern Serengeti Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Experience the thrill of a morning game drive in the Central Serengeti’s Seronera Valley, renowned for its resident big cats and vibrant wildlife. After a delightful breakfast, journey northwards to the Northern Serengeti, taking in wildlife sightings as the scenery transitions from open plains to rugged landscapes. This area is particularly famous for the dramatic river crossings during Great Migration from July to October, as wildebeests and zebras brave the Mara River. Enjoy a picnic along the way, followed by an afternoon of exploration in the Northern Serengeti, where you can spot large predators and witness the excitement of potential river crossings, finishing the day with a breathtaking sunset game drive before retreat to your lodge for the night.

Accommodation Inside Park Serengeti National Park
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 6 Full Day Northern Serengeti NP Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Experience an unforgettable early morning game drive along the Mara River in the Northern Serengeti, where the breathtaking sights of the Great Migration await you from July to October. Witness the thrilling spectacle as thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather at the riverbanks, facing the dangers of crocodiles and lions during their dramatic river crossing. Enjoy a delightful bush breakfast by the river, then follow the herds throughout day, capturing more crossing moments and predator encounters. As the day winds down, explore various river vantage points and conclude with a stunning sunset drive before returning to your cozy lodge for a well-deserved evening.​

Accommodation Inside Park Serengeti National Park
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 7 Northern Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Discover the beauty of the Northern Serengeti by your day with an early breakfast, followed by an exhilarating final morning game drive. Spot wildlife, including lions and elephants, and keep an eye out for one last river crossing if the migration is still underway. Afterward, embark a scenic 6-7 hour drive south towards Ngorongoro Crater, enjoying packed lunch along way as you marvel at the stunning Serengeti plains and Ngorongoro Highlands.ive at your lodge on the crater rim in the afternoon where breathtaking views await, and unwind for an exciting crater game drive the next day.​

Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 8 Ngorongoro Crater - Kilimanjaro Airport Main Destination: Arusha

Your journey from the lodge in Ngorongoro to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) begins after a hearty. As you travel, take in the breathtaking scenery of Tanzania’s highlands charming rural villages. Depending on your flight schedule, you might have the opportunity to enjoy a final lunch or pick up some souvenirs in towns like Arusha. Arriving at JRO in time for your departure marks the end of your unforgettable safari adventure in Tanzania. Safe travels!

Accommodation No overnight accommodation for this day.
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 1 Kilimanjaro Airport - Arusha Main Destination: Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International (JRO) or Arusha Airport , a friendly representative from Lake Zone Climbers & Safaris will be there to you. Enjoy a comfortable ride to your accommodation in Arusha, where you can choose from a range of overnight stay options, including Arusha Planet Lodge, Four Points by Sheraton, or Gran Melia, tailored to your preference and budget. We look forward to your stay memorable!

Accommodation
Arusha Planet Lodge Lodge Mid-range
Meals No meals & drinks
Day 2 Arusha - Tarangire National Park ​ Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park

Experience an unforgettable journey as you depart from Arusha to Tarangire National Park after breakfast. Get ready for an exciting day filled with encounters, as the park is famous for its large elephant herds, stunning baobab trees, and vibrant birdlife. Enjoy game drives where you'll have the chance to see lions giraffes, zebras, and much more. As the sun sets,’ll head to your accommodation for a delightful dinner and a restful overnight stay

Accommodation
Marera Valley Lodge Lodge Mid-range
Meals LunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 3 Tarangire NP - Central Serengeti NP Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Experience the thrill of adventure as you leave Tarangire after breakfast embarking on a scenic drive through the stunning landscapes of Tanzania. Arr in Central Serengeti by midday, you'll dive straight into an exhilarating afternoon game drive, where you can witness majestic wildlife such as lions, elephants, gira, and zebras. After an action-packed day retreat to your lodge or camp in the early evening, where you can relax and enjoy dinner while reflecting on the unforgettable moments against the backdrop of a breathtaking Serengeti sunset.

Accommodation
Engiterata Adventure Camp Tented Camp Mid-range
Inside Park Serengeti National Park
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 4 Full Day Game Drive in Central Serengeti Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Embark on an exhilarating full-day game drive in Central Serengeti after breakfast, where you'll immerse yourself in the region's spectacular wildlife. Witness the morning activity of majestic predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs, alongside the graceful presence of elephants, giraffes, and herds of wildebeest and zebras. Enjoy a delightful picnic lunch at a picturesque location before continuing your adventure through the renowned Seronera Valley, famous for its big cats and vibrant birdlife. As the sun sets, return to your lodge or camp, unwind and savor a delicious dinner while reflecting on the day's unforgettable moments in the wild.

Accommodation
Engiterata Adventure Camp Tented Camp Mid-range
Inside Park Serengeti National Park
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 5 Central Serengeti - Northern Serengeti Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Experience the thrill of a morning game drive in the Central Serengeti’s Seronera Valley, renowned for its resident big cats and vibrant wildlife. After a delightful breakfast, journey northwards to the Northern Serengeti, taking in wildlife sightings as the scenery transitions from open plains to rugged landscapes. This area is particularly famous for the dramatic river crossings during Great Migration from July to October, as wildebeests and zebras brave the Mara River. Enjoy a picnic along the way, followed by an afternoon of exploration in the Northern Serengeti, where you can spot large predators and witness the excitement of potential river crossings, finishing the day with a breathtaking sunset game drive before retreat to your lodge for the night.

Accommodation Inside Park Serengeti National Park
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 6 Full Day Northern Serengeti NP Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Experience an unforgettable early morning game drive along the Mara River in the Northern Serengeti, where the breathtaking sights of the Great Migration await you from July to October. Witness the thrilling spectacle as thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather at the riverbanks, facing the dangers of crocodiles and lions during their dramatic river crossing. Enjoy a delightful bush breakfast by the river, then follow the herds throughout day, capturing more crossing moments and predator encounters. As the day winds down, explore various river vantage points and conclude with a stunning sunset drive before returning to your cozy lodge for a well-deserved evening.​

Accommodation Inside Park Serengeti National Park
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 7 Northern Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Discover the beauty of the Northern Serengeti by your day with an early breakfast, followed by an exhilarating final morning game drive. Spot wildlife, including lions and elephants, and keep an eye out for one last river crossing if the migration is still underway. Afterward, embark a scenic 6-7 hour drive south towards Ngorongoro Crater, enjoying packed lunch along way as you marvel at the stunning Serengeti plains and Ngorongoro Highlands.ive at your lodge on the crater rim in the afternoon where breathtaking views await, and unwind for an exciting crater game drive the next day.​

Meals BreakfastLunchDinner Drinks Bottle Water
Day 8 Ngorongoro Crater - Kilimanjaro Airport Main Destination: Arusha

Your journey from the lodge in Ngorongoro to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) begins after a hearty. As you travel, take in the breathtaking scenery of Tanzania’s highlands charming rural villages. Depending on your flight schedule, you might have the opportunity to enjoy a final lunch or pick up some souvenirs in towns like Arusha. Arriving at JRO in time for your departure marks the end of your unforgettable safari adventure in Tanzania. Safe travels!

Accommodation No overnight accommodation for this day.
Meals BreakfastLunchDinner

What Is Covered

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's included
Park Fees
All Shown Activities
Meals & Drinks As Specified Day By Day
Professional Guide/Driver
All Listed Transport
All Taxes/VAT
Hotel Transfers
Government Tax/Fee Increases
Not included
Domestic Flights
International Flights
Accommodation Before/After Safari
Staff Tips
Personal Expenses (Travel Insurance, Visa Fees Etc.)
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