5-Day Great Migration at the Mara River Crossing
This 5-day safari allows you to witness the great migration at the Mara River and sleep in superb accommodations. Experience the unspoiled nature of real Africa as you see animals up close and take photos of the beautiful landscapes of Tanzania. All this with the assistance of a professional tour operator, full board on safari, personal English-speaking guide, and private use of a 4x4 Jeep with mineral water, power sockets, and binoculars.
Adventure Highlights
- Great Migration: Witness the spectacular Mara River crossing during migration season
- Tarangire National Park: Famous for large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees
- Central Serengeti: Prime wildlife viewing in the heart of the Serengeti
- Northern Serengeti: Experience the migration at the Mara River crossing
- Ngorongoro Crater: UNESCO World Heritage Site with incredible wildlife concentration
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Enjoy a full day game drive with picnic lunch, scanning for lions, leopards, and large elephant herds.
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meals: All Meals Included
Day 2: Central Serengeti National Park
Drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands to Central Serengeti National Park. Enjoy game drives in the endless plains, spotting the Big Five and witnessing incredible wildlife diversity. Experience the heart of the Serengeti ecosystem.
Accommodation: Serengeti Classic View Camp
Meals: All Meals Included
Day 3-4: Northern Serengeti - Great Migration
Drive to Northern Serengeti to witness the spectacular Great Migration at the Mara River crossing. Experience one of nature's most dramatic events as thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross the crocodile-infested Mara River. This is the highlight of the safari.
Accommodation: Heritage Mara Camp
Meals: All Meals Included
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater
Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This natural amphitheater is home to a high concentration of wildlife including lions, elephants, rhinos, and flamingos. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the crater floor before returning to Arusha.
Accommodation: Rhino Lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Included
What's Included & Excluded
Price Includes
- All park fees and government taxes
- Mid-range accommodation as indicated
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- Mineral water, power sockets, and binoculars
- Airport transfers
Price Excludes
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
- Additional activities not mentioned
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to see the Great Migration?
The Great Migration at the Mara River crossing typically occurs from July to October, with peak viewing in August and September. This is when wildebeest and zebras cross the crocodile-infested Mara River.
What makes this safari special for photography?
This safari provides excellent photography opportunities with private vehicles, binoculars, and power sockets for charging equipment. The Great Migration crossing offers dramatic wildlife photography moments.
What wildlife can we expect to see?
You'll encounter the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino), plus thousands of wildebeest and zebras during migration, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species across all parks.
Great Migration Route Map
Interactive map showing the Great Migration safari route through Tarangire National Park, Central Serengeti, Northern Serengeti (Mara River), and Ngorongoro Crater.
Great Migration Route Map