5 Days Serengeti Migration Highlights
A deeper journey into the heart of the Serengeti, following the seasonal movement of the Great Migration. This itinerary is designed for travelers who want extended time inside the Serengeti ecosystem, exploring prime wildlife zones and maximizing their chances of witnessing the world-famous wildebeest and zebra migration—from calving grounds to river-crossing regions.
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Destinations: Serengeti National Park (Central, North or South depending on season) & Ngorongoro Crater
Safari Type: Migration-Focused Wildlife Safari
Starting Point: Arusha
Safari Highlights
Extended game drives across Serengeti’s best migration zones
Chance to witness the Great Migration
Explore kopjes, river valleys, and prime predator habitats
Visit Ngorongoro Crater—one of Africa’s top wildlife destinations
Excellent opportunities to spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes & more
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
🗓️ Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arusha → Serengeti National Park (Central)
Depart Arusha early and drive toward Serengeti, passing through the Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Highlands. Enter Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive in central Serengeti—famous for resident big cats and year-round wildlife.
Overnight in Central Serengeti.
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive – Serengeti Migration Zones
Enjoy a full-day exploration of Serengeti’s migration corridors. Depending on the season, your guide will take you to the best location—southern plains for calving (Dec–Mar), central corridor (April–June), western corridor (May–July), or northern Serengeti for river crossings (July–Oct).
Overnight in Serengeti.
Day 3: Explore Deeper Serengeti Regions
Spend another full day tracking the movement of the Great Migration and searching for predators like lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas. Enjoy scenic landscapes, varied habitats, and incredible photography moments from sunrise to sunset.
Overnight in Serengeti.
Day 4: Serengeti → Ngorongoro
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive through Serengeti as you exit the park. Continue toward Ngorongoro Crater with wildlife viewing along the way. Arrive at the crater rim area for dinner and relaxation.
Overnight near Ngorongoro Crater.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The crater floor is home to large populations of lions, buffaloes, elephants, zebras, hippos, and many bird species. After lunch by the hippo pool, ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha, marking the end of your safari.
BOOKING SAFARI
Park entrance and conservation fees
All accommodations during the safari
All meals as provided by lodges/camps
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking safari guide
Bottled drinking water
All government taxes
International/domestic flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips for driver-guide
Optional activities
Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, etc.)