Duration
8-Day
Tarangire National Park, Tanzania
8-Day Great Migration Safari Crossing Mara River
Overview
Discover Africa's magic on an unforgettable 8-day safari, featuring the great wildebeest migration at the Mara River. Stay in exceptional accommodations while exploring Tanzania's pristine wilderness, encountering remarkable wildlife and stunning landscapes. Travel with a local Arusha-based operator, enjoy full board, a private 4x4 Jeep, an expert English-speaking guide, plus onboard comforts including water, power sockets, binoculars, and a pop-up roof for the best views.
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Quick Facts
Route
Moshi to Arusha
Via Arusha (City), Tarangire NP, Central Serengeti NP
Country & park
Tanzania / Tarangire National Park
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
5 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Arusha Planet Lodge - Mid-range lodge in Arusha (City) – Dinner Included
Meals
Dinner Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$2,701 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 3 people.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older. Children under 12 receive a discount.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Tanzania
Start
Moshi (Day 1)
Day 1
Arusha (City)
Day 2
Tarangire NP
Day 3
Central Serengeti NP
Day 4-5
Northern Serengeti NP
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater
Day 7
Lake Manyara NP
Day 8
Kilimanjaro Airport
End
Arusha (Day 8)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
5
Minimum age of 5 years
The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Arusha Planet Lodge
Mid-range lodge in Arusha (City) – Dinner Included
Dinner Included
Day 2
Farm of Dreams Lodge
Mid-range lodge 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP – Breakfast & Lunch Included
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 3
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
Luxury tented camp inside Central Serengeti NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp - Kogatende
Mid-range tented camp inside Northern Serengeti NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
Luxury tented camp inside Central Serengeti NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
Farm of Dreams Lodge
Mid-range lodge 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
Arusha Planet Lodge
Mid-range lodge in Arusha (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, Then Transfer to Arusha City
Transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha city: 50 minutes Program of the day: Upon arrival at the airport (Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport), you will be met by our driver-guide. They will drive you to your accommodation in Arusha for an overnight stay, waiting for your adventures to start on the following day. Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City) Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Arusha (City) Stay: Arusha Planet Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City) Meals: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Arusha City to Tarangire National Park
Transfer from Arusha to Tarangire National Park: 2 hours Program of the day: After breakfast, our tour guide-driver will pick you up from the lodge and start a wonderful game drive in Tarangire National Park while carrying lunch boxes. Tarangire National Park is well known for its large elephant herds and iconic giant baobab trees, and for its diverse landscapes, from seasonal swamps to savannah, with the Tarangire River winding its way through the parklands, which is the only source of water for wild animals here during the Dry season. It is possible that we will have the experience of seeing a lion stalking its prey or leopards watching whilst relaxing in the trees above. Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Tarangire National Park Stay: Farm of Dreams Lodge Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Drive from Karatu to Central Serengeti National Park
Drive from Karatu to Central Serengeti National Park: 2.5 hours Program of the day: After breakfast, you depart for Central Serengeti National Park for an amazing and beautiful game drive and enjoy lunch at a suitable place inside the park. We will continue the game drive activity in the afternoon before reaching the lodge. Serengeti National Park is famous for its massive migrating herds of zebras, antelopes, and wildebeest. Be prepared to also spot resident predators like leopards, cheetahs, and lions as they play their part in the circle of life. Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Central Serengeti National Park Stay: Mbuni Serengeti Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Central Serengeti National Park to Northern Serengeti National Park
Central Serengeti National Park to Northern Serengeti National Park: 1.5 hours Program of the day: Start your day early with a hearty breakfast, then head to the Northern Serengeti for a picnic lunch by the Mara River, where the great migration occurs. Our expert safari guide will find the perfect spot for you to witness this amazing event. Northern Serengeti is one of the most spectacular and remote regions of the Serengeti ecosystem, renowned for its untouched wilderness and dramatic wildlife encounters. This area is especially famous for the great migration, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River between July and October, often facing large Nile crocodiles. With fewer safari vehicles, vast open plains, rolling hills, and permanent water sources, Northern Serengeti offers exceptional game viewing, rich predator activity, and a truly authentic safari experience in a peaceful, unspoiled setting. Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park Stay: Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp - Kogatende Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Northern Serengeti National Park to Central Serengeti National Park
Transfer from Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti: 1.5 hours Program of the day: Start your day early with breakfast, then head out for a game drive in Northern Serengeti with a picnic lunch, focusing on the great migration. Later, we'll drive back to Central Serengeti for an overnight stay. Serengeti National Park is well known for its great migration, the largest herd movement of wildebeests, zebras and other animals crossing the Mara River, full of crocodiles, to the Masai Mara in Kenya. The best time to visit is from July to early October. Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park Stay: Mbuni Serengeti Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Central Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
Central Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater: 1.4 hours Program of the day: After breakfast, we’ll make our way to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for another magical game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater while carrying a picnic lunch box. Once we finish the game drive, we will transfer you to the lodge for your dinner and an overnight stay. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's natural wonders. It features the largest, unbroken caldera in the world, and is home to around 30,000 large animals all year, including buffalo, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos. Inside the crater, you'll have an amazing opportunity to explore the stunning landscapes, spot the Big Five, and see bird species like flamingos in the crater lakes. Get ready to see a wide variety of wildlife in just minutes! Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Stay: Farm of Dreams Lodge Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha City
Karatu to Lake Manyara National Park: 20 minutes Program of the day: After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park for game drives while carrying lunch boxes. After an extensive game drive and enjoying the beautiful nature of the park, we will transfer you to the lodge or hotel in Arusha for relaxation, dinner and your overnight stay. Lake Manyara National Park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, which hide among the branches of the trees, and the numerous colonies of baboons that populate the forest and which will accompany you along the road from the moment you enter the park. Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Manyara National Park Stay: Arusha Planet Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Arusha City to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport
Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport: 50 minutes Arusha city to Arusha Airport: 25 minutes Program of the day: After breakfast, enjoy some time to relax at the lodge. If time permits, you may take a short shopping trip to Arusha before being transferred to either Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your departure. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Kilimanjaro Airport Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Getting There
This tour starts in Moshi and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Moshi
Fly back from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Arusha. Or fly from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Serengeti Savanna Adventures
5.0 operator rating
73 reviews
Welcome to Serengeti Savanna Adventures, a professional tour company based in Arusha, Tanzania your gateway to unforgettable experiences. We specialize in wildlife safaris, beach holidays, mountain trekking, and cultural tours across Tanzania and East Africa. With expert guides and personalized service, we take you from the iconic Serengeti to Zanzibar’s beaches and Kilimanjaro’s peaks. Let us craft your perfect adventure for a journey of a lifetime!
Office In
Tanzania
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2023)
Member Of
TTB, AMREF & TANAPA
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Tanzania
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older. Children under 12 receive a discount.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Arusha Planet Lodge - Mid-range lodge in Arusha (City) – Dinner Included. Meals: Dinner Included
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
How does the quote request work?
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Serengeti Savanna Adventures, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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