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Great Migration Expedition: Serengeti & Maasai Mara

A 7-day expedition following the Great Migration across the Serengeti plains.

Duration 7 Days / 6 Nights
Group 2-6 people
Pickup Arusha
Language English
From $4,200 per person · 3 tiers available
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Overview

Witness one of nature's greatest spectacles on this 7-day Great Migration Expedition. Follow millions of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle as they traverse the Serengeti in their annual migration. Depending on the season, you'll witness river crossings, calving season, or the massive herds moving across the plains. This is the ultimate African safari experience.

Highlights

Great Migration herds
Predator-prey action
River crossings (seasonal)
Central Serengeti plains
Hot air balloon option
Luxury tented camps

Compare Tiers

All tiers share the same expert guide, private 4x4, full meal plan and itinerary. The difference is the comfort level of your accommodation.

  Budget Mid-range Recommended Luxury
Price (per person) $4,200 $6,300 $8,400
Accommodation Comfortable mid-range hotels and tented camps. Clean, en-suite rooms. Quality lodges and tented camps in or close to the parks. Pool, restaurant, character. Premier lodges and luxury tented suites. Private decks, spa options, fine dining.
Vehicle Shared 4x4 with pop-up roof, bottled water Private 4x4 with pop-up roof, charging ports, fridge Private 4x4 fully equipped, refreshments and snacks on board
Meals Hotel breakfast and dinner; picnic lunch on game-drive days Full board with regional menus and dietary options Gourmet full board with sundowners, bush dinners and wine pairings
Best for Travellers prioritising value and the wildlife experience Couples, families and most first-time visitors Honeymoons, milestone trips and discerning travellers

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Welcome at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Private transfer to your Arusha hotel where your expert migration guide joins you for a detailed briefing - current location of the herds, likelihood of river crossings, gear and camera advice. Dinner at a renowned garden restaurant. Overnight at a boutique coffee lodge just outside town.

After breakfast, drive up through the Ngorongoro Highlands with a photo stop at the crater viewpoint, then onto the rolling Serengeti grasslands (approx. 7 hours with stops and game viewing). Enter via Naabi Hill Gate - the pace slows as wildlife fills the horizon with giraffe, topi and zebra. Arrive at your mobile tented camp positioned close to the current herd location. Dinner around the campfire, first Serengeti night under the stars.

Full day tracking the migration. Depending on the season the herds are in the south (Jan-Mar), central (Apr-May), west (Jun-Jul) or north (Aug-Oct). Your guide plans each route based on radio reports from other drivers. Expect dense concentrations of zebra and wildebeest, predator interactions and spectacular skies. Picnic breakfast in the bush, lunch back at camp with a midday siesta, then a second drive until sunset.

Leave camp at dawn with full provisions for an all-day drive following the herds. During calving season (Feb) witness thousands of newborn wildebeest taking their first steps while cheetah and lion patrol the edges. In the dry season, position near the Grumeti or Mara rivers for the iconic crossings - dramatic, chaotic and unforgettable. Sundowner drinks in the bush, return to camp for a well-deserved dinner.

If needed, we relocate to stay close to the action - for example from central Serengeti north to the Mara River or south to Ndutu. Half-day drive en route with continuous game viewing. Check in at your next luxury tented camp, positioned to maximize sightings. Afternoon game drive in the new area. Dinner around the campfire with stories of the day's sightings.

Another full day in the heart of the migration. Options include a sunrise hot-air balloon safari (recommended, extra cost) finishing with a champagne bush breakfast on the plains. In the afternoon, visit a river-crossing lookout or spend quality time at a lion pride on a fresh kill. Farewell bush dinner tonight - drums, a bonfire, champagne and stars - hosted by the camp team.

Final morning game drive with packed breakfast. Transfer to the nearest bush airstrip (Kogatende, Seronera or Kusini depending on your final camp location) for a scenic light-aircraft flight back to Arusha or directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward international connection.

What's Included

  • All park fees
  • Luxury tented camp accommodation
  • All meals and drinks (non-alcoholic)
  • Private safari vehicle
  • Expert guide
  • Domestic flight return
  • Airport transfers

What's Excluded

  • International flights
  • Visa
  • Insurance
  • Balloon safari ($500 pp)
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Tips

Best Time to Visit

Plan around peak wildlife, weather and price windows.

Peak season Shoulder / good Off-season

Long Dry Season

Peak
June – October

Peak game viewing. Animals concentrate around waterholes; thinning vegetation makes spotting easy. The iconic Mara River crossings of the Great Migration occur Jul – Sep.

Calving Season

Peak
January – February

The Great Migration calves in southern Serengeti / Ndutu. Dramatic predator action and excellent weather with surprisingly low crowds.

Short Rains

Good
November – December

Brief afternoon showers, lush green landscapes and excellent birding as migrants arrive. Migration herds move south. Lower-season pricing.

Long Rains

Avoid
March – May

Heavy rainfall, muddy roads, some lodges close. Beautiful green scenery and dramatic skies, but the most challenging time for safaris. Lowest prices.

What to Pack

Recommended essentials based on Tanzanian conditions and our 25 years of experience guiding this trip.

Lightweight, neutral-coloured clothing (avoid bright colours, navy and black)
Wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses with UV protection
Strong sunscreen (SPF 30+) and lip balm
Insect repellent (DEET-based)
Closed walking shoes or light boots
Light fleece or jacket for early morning game drives
Binoculars (essential)
Camera with zoom lens and spare batteries
Refillable water bottle
Personal medications and basic first-aid kit
Small backpack for day use
Power adapter (Tanzania uses UK Type G plugs)

Frequently Asked Questions

Standard safaris require minimal fitness — most game viewing is from the vehicle. If you have specific mobility concerns, let us know so we can plan appropriate stops.

Yes — single travellers typically pay 25-40% above the per-person sharing rate. Contact us for current single-supplement pricing on your chosen package.

Yes, all park entry fees, conservation fees and crater fees are included in the package price.

Yes. Most travellers (US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia) can apply for a Tanzania e-visa online (~$50) before travel, or get a visa on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Allow 7-10 days for e-visa processing.

A Yellow Fever certificate is required only if you are arriving from a yellow-fever country. Recommended (consult your doctor): Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Tetanus, and antimalarial prophylaxis.

Strongly recommended for all travellers and mandatory for Kilimanjaro climbers. Make sure your policy covers high-altitude trekking up to 6,000 m if you are climbing.

A 30% deposit confirms your booking. The remaining balance is due 30 days before arrival. We accept bank transfer, credit card and major mobile money providers.

Yes. Vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, gluten-free and other dietary needs can be arranged with advance notice — please flag them when booking.

Free cancellation up to 60 days before departure (deposit refunded minus a small processing fee). Cancellations 30-60 days out: 50% refund. Less than 30 days: no refund. We strongly recommend trip-cancellation insurance.
Choose your tier
Budget $4,200
Mid-range $6,300
Luxury $8,400
per person · final price varies with group size
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