Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Serengeti Migration Safari with Mara River Crossings

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Serengeti's wilderness with thrilling game drives
  • 02 Discover the golden savannah and endless plains
  • 03 Witness the dramatic Great Migration of animals
  • 04 Visit the Mara River for stunning views
  • 05 Spot prides of lions in their natural habitat

Embark on a mesmerizing 4-day Serengeti Migration Safari focused on the captivating spectacle of Mara River crossings. Witness the awe-inspiring journey of wildebeest and other wildlife as they navigate the waters, creating a breathtaking natural phenomenon. Immerse yourself in the heart of the Serengeti with game drives through its untamed wilderness, capturing unforgettable moments amid extraordinary landscapes and diverse wildlife.

Embark on a mesmerizing 4-day Serengeti Migration Safari focused on the captivating spectacle of Mara River crossings.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Serengeti North and Kogatende Game Drive

  • After breakfast, you will be picked up.
  • Option 1 - Drive to Arusha Airport, or fly from Zanzibar Airport or Dar es Salaam Airport for a flight to Kogatende Airstrip in the Serengeti. After arrival, proceed with a game drive in the Serengeti wilderness area.
  • Option 2 - Travel to the Serengeti by road near the rim of Ngorongoro Crater, allowing for animal sightings along the way. The golden savannah and endless plains, teeming with zebras, wildebeest, and giraffes, make it easy to understand why the Serengeti is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa.
  • Serengeti National Park is Tanzania's oldest and most popular national park. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and recently proclaimed the 7th wonder of the world, the Serengeti is famed for its annual migration, where some six million hooves pound the open plains.
  • Serengeti offers an exotic game-viewing experience in Africa, giving you an up-close look at animals you've only seen in National Geographic: great herds of buffalo, smaller groups of elephant and giraffe, and thousands of elands, topi, kongoni, impala, and Grant's gazelle.
  • After the game drive, transfer to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at Mara Heritage Camp (Kogatende).
2
Day 02

Full-Day Exploration in Serengeti North

  • A full day of exploration in Serengeti North awaits you after an enjoyable breakfast at the camp.
  • Take in the Great Migration and observe the local fauna, which includes prides of up to thirty lions.
  • Savor a hearty meal served by your knowledgeable driver-guide or back at the camp.
  • Then continue with your game drive. In the late afternoon, head back to Nimali Mara for a delicious meal and a relaxing night.
3
Day 03

Mara River Crossing and Migration Viewing

  • In the morning, have breakfast at the hotel and then continue to the Mara River crossing for a full day of observing the migration, where the herds display their amazing movements. Return to Nimali Mara for dinner and overnight, savoring the unique beauty and wildlife of the Serengeti.
  • Optional activity - rise early for an unforgettable hot air balloon safari, followed by breakfast.
4
Day 04

Morning Game Drive and Return to Arusha

  • Indulge in a leisurely breakfast before embarking on a morning game drive en route to Arusha or Kogatende Airstrip for your flight back to Arusha.
  • Alternatively, continue to your booked hotel for an overnight stay in Arusha.
  • As your safari adventure concludes, cherish the memories of the extraordinary landscapes, diverse wildlife, and the captivating Mara River crossings.

End of tour.

Mara River crossings, Kogatende Airstrip game drives, Serengeti National Park golden savannah

Where this trip takes you

Mara River crossings, Kogatende Airstrip game drives, Serengeti National Park golden savannah

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 3 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All applicable park entry fees as per the program
  • Government taxes and local levies
  • Unlimited game drives and all activities (unless labeled as optional)
  • Services of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the airport
  • Picnic lunch or hot lunch on safari, depending on the onward program
  • Meals on a full-board basis and accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade) on safari, as indicated in the shared program
  • Unlimited drinking water (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Refreshments during safari in the safari vehicle
  • Private transport in a customized pop-up-top 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with plugs to charge mobile phones and cameras, an intercooler to keep drinks cold, and a full AC system

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Domestic flight (from Arusha to Zanzibar)
  • Medical/luggage insurance
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 per person per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
  • Any extra orders at meals are not included. Set menu meals are part of the package.

What to bring

  • Camera and memory cards
  • Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
  • Sturdy boots or sandals
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • T-shirts or polo shirts (2-5, depending on how often you want to change)
  • Lightweight long-sleeve shirts
  • Shorts
  • Long trousers
  • Socks
  • Sleepwear
  • Travel towel
  • Thermal underwear, gloves, and a warm hat (during May-Sept)
  • Raincoat and rain trousers (during the rainy seasons Mar-May and Oct-Dec)
  • Binoculars
  • Sunscreen
  • Wet wipes
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
  • Malaria tablets
  • Flashlight or headlamp
  • Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc.
  • Power adapter to fit the UK-style electrical socket

Know before you go

  • This tour starts and ends in Arusha.
  • The operator can help select your international or domestic flights, but you will need to book them yourself.
  • Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - check price) near Arusha, or fly to/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.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $2,485.00 — $4,280.00
Double Sharing $2,485.00 — $3,085.00

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