Begin your safari with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, home to elephants and baobabs, then overnight in Karatu. Continue to Central Serengeti, then head north for two nights to witness the Mara River crossing during the Great Migration. Return via Central Serengeti and Karatu, then explore the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife havens, before ending in Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for departure.
7-Day Wild Great Migration Tanzania - Mid Range.
*price p.p. incl. wildlife guide, safari-jeep,hotel and
park entrance fees, excli international flights (based per person)
7 DAY WILD GREAT MIGRATION TANZANIA-MID RANGE.
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ITENERARY.
Day 1: Pickup from Arusha drive to Tarangire National Park.
Day 2: Karatu-Central Serengeti National Park.
Day 3: Central Serengeti-Northern Serengeti National Park tracking migration.
Day 4: Full day drive at Mara River to track Migration.
Day 5: Northern Serengeti National Park-Central Serengeti National Park
Day 6: Final Game Drive Central Serengeti overnight in Karatu.
Day 7: Early Morning Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater then drive to Kilimanjaro International Airport
DAY 1: PICKUP FROM ARUSHA DRIVE TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK.
After breakfast you Guide will pick you up and drive to Tarangire for game drive. Tarangire lies in Northern circuit,120km from Arusha and it will take 2hours drive to reach here. This is a sixth largest park in Tanzania but even with lack in size the park has a lot offer you more that you can ever imagine. It gives visitors an excellent birth watching opportunities throughout of the year and authentic life time experience. Tarangire is underrated for those who like to explore. You will drive through the savannah to study and learn about small creatures and spot many animals. As afternoon begins to end you will make you way towards your lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight.
DAY 2: KARATU-CENTRAL SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK.
Breakfast, you will be picked up by Epic Escapes Safaris driver guide and chef and drive you to Serengeti National Park. The park is extremely large and wild game park ever. It is every traveler desire to see, a nearly 15000 sq km, this park is truly “the endless plains” as it is known by nomadic Maasai who are found here. You mind will be boggling by the quantity and wildlife inside Serengeti. It is a home of big five “Lion, Leopard, bush elephant, African buffalo and Black Rhino”. If is also famous with annual migration and beautiful landscapes. This park is a treat to visit not just for animals but also for its vast and varied species. After the game viewing you will drive to the lodge which is located inside the park for relaxation, dinner and overnight.
DAY 3:CENTRAL SERENGETI-NORTHERN SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK.
After breakfast, your driver-guide will pick you up for a game drive en route north, where you’ll spot giraffes, zebras, lions, cheetahs, and more as you head to the Mara River. Here, you’ll witness one of nature’s greatest spectacles—the wildebeest migration, as thousands of animals attempt the dramatic river crossing. This world-famous event, often portrayed in films like The Lion King, is far more breathtaking in reality than any picture, video, or zoo encounter. You’ll feel the ground tremble, hear the thunderous sound of hooves, and experience the wild like never before. Your knowledgeable guide will share insights as you take in this unforgettable phenomenon. In the evening, you’ll continue to your tented lodge near the river, where you can relax and enjoy dinner before overnighting under the African sky.
DAY 4: FULL DAY DRIVE AT MARA RIVER.
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in the Northern Serengeti, focusing on the Great Migration. If you missed the river crossing yesterday, today offers another chance at the Mara River, a dramatic site where over 1.2 million wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, and topis move in search of fresh grass and water. Here, predators like lions, leopards, cheetahs, wild dogs, and massive crocodiles lie in wait, ensuring that only the strongest survive. Witness the breathtaking struggle as herds plunge into the river, battling currents and predators in one of nature’s most spectacular shows. With patience and keen eyes, you’ll capture unforgettable moments of this raw display of survival. As the sun sets, return to your accommodation near the river to relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night surrounded by the wilderness.
DAY 5: NORTHERN SERENGETI-CENTRAL SERENGETI PARK.
Today you will drive from the Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti, a journey of about 150 km (4–5 hours), offering game viewing opportunities along the way. If you missed a river crossing, the morning may still allow one last chance before heading central. The drive itself is part of the adventure, crossing vast plains alive with wildlife. Along the route, your guide will set up a table for a memorable bush meal, letting you dine in the heart of the wilderness. You’ll continue spotting giraffes, elephants, big cats, and diverse birdlife as the landscape gradually shifts back to the central region, famous for its year-round predator action. By late afternoon, you will arrive at your camp in Central Serengeti for relaxation, dinner, and overnight, ready for another thrilling day on safari.
DAY 6: FINAL GAME DRIVE CENTRAL SERENGETI OVERNIGHT IN KARATU.
This morning, enjoy your final game drive in Central Serengeti as you bid farewell to its vast plains and abundant wildlife. Keep your eyes open for lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of wildebeest and zebra that roam this region year-round. After the drive, begin your journey south toward Karatu, located near the Ngorongoro Crater. The drive covers about 250 km (5–6 hours), with scenic views as you pass through the Serengeti’s rolling savannah, the highlands, and local Maasai villages along the way. A picnic lunch will be served en route, allowing you to relax and enjoy the wilderness one last time before reaching the cooler, greener landscapes of Karatu. On arrival in the late afternoon, check into your lodge for dinner and overnight, perfectly positioned for the next day’s exploration of the Ngorongoro Crater.
DAY 7: EARLY MORNING GAME DRIVE IN NGORONGORO CRATER TO THEN KIA.
Early in the morning, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater and descend to the floor at the best time for wildlife viewing. Inside this natural wonder, experience rich flora and diverse fauna including elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, lions, hyenas, and the rare black rhino, all within a stunning volcanic landscape. Around noon, enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic site before ascending the crater and driving back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for departure.
MAKE YOUR NEXT ESCAPE ONE TO REMEMBER.
At Epicecapes, you can customize your trip. Our sample itineraries are adjustable to your preferences. Our specialists work together with you to create your dream journey!
INCLUDED.
- Park Fees ( For non-residents)
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (unless listed as upgrades)
- A professional driver/guide.
- All transportation (unless labelled as optional)
- All Taxes/ VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer.
- Meals and Drinks( as specified in the day by day itenerary)
EXCLUDED.
- International Flights (from/ to home)
- Additional accommodation before and end of tour.
- Tips (tipping guideline US$15 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc)
OPTIONAL SAFARI ACTIVITIES.
- Balloon Safari ($500 per person).
- Masai Village Visit ($50 per vehicle).
- Night game Tarangire or Lake Manyara drive ($120 per person).
- Ngorongoro crater Rim walk ($30 per person).
- Visit the Olduvai Gorge and museum.
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