Safari Overview
Set on a breathtaking 7-day Great Migration safari in Tanzania — designed to bring you face-to-face with one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife events. From roaming through the vast Serengeti grasslands tracking wildebeest, zebra, and top predators, to descending into the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater for unmatched Big Five viewing, this safari blends expert guiding with comfortable lodges and unforgettable game drives.
We’ve optimised this itinerary to follow the seasonal movements of the herds (migration timing), giving you the best chance of witnessing dramatic river crossings, predator action, and sweeping landscapes at every turn.
Destinations: Arusha → Tarangire National Park → Serengeti National Park → Ngorongoro Crater
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Safari Style: Private safari (can be tailored)
Best For: First-time safari travellers, wildlife photographers, adventure seekers
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Day 1 – Arrival in Arusha | Welcome to Tanzania
Highlights
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Personal meet & greet on arrival in Tanzania
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Private transfer to your lodge near Arusha
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Safari briefing and relaxed start to your journey
Possible Wildlife Encounters
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Colobus monkeys and birdlife around your lodge gardens
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Views of Mount Meru on clear afternoons
The Experience
On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your private safari guide and transferred to your lodge in Arusha. This first day is intentionally unhurried, allowing you to recover from your international flight and ease into the rhythm of Tanzania.
In the evening, your guide will walk you through the journey ahead, explaining how the Great Migration safari is adapted around seasonal wildlife movements to maximise your experience in the Serengeti.
Accommodation Options
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Standard: Outpost Lodge
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Mid-Range: Rivertrees Country Inn
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Luxury: Arusha Coffee Lodge
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Ultra-Luxury: Legendary Lodge
Day 2 – Tarangire National Park Game Drives
Highlights
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Scenic drive to Tarangire National Park
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Game drives among giant baobab trees
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Excellent elephant sightings
Possible Wildlife Encounters
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Large elephant herds
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Giraffes, zebras, wildebeest
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Lions, leopards, and diverse birdlife
The Experience
After breakfast, you’ll travel to Tarangire National Park, one of northern Tanzania’s most rewarding wildlife areas. Known for its vast elephant population and dramatic landscapes, Tarangire offers an excellent introduction to Tanzania’s ecosystems.
Your guide adapts the day’s game drives to wildlife activity, stopping for sightings and explaining animal behaviour, migration patterns, and the interconnected nature of the savannah.
Accommodation Options
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Standard: Tarangire Safari Lodge
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Mid-Range: Maramboi Tented Lodge
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Luxury: Tarangire Treetops
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Ultra-Luxury: Chem Chem Lodge
Meal Plan
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Ultra-luxury accommodation options are all-inclusive
Highlights
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Scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands
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Enter the world-famous Serengeti National Park
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Afternoon game drive in migration areas
Possible Wildlife Encounters
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Wildebeest and zebra herds spread across the plains
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Giraffes, elephants, and plains game
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Lions and cheetahs tracking the migration
The Experience
Today you journey into the Serengeti — the heart of the Great Wildebeest Migration. As landscapes open into endless plains, wildlife sightings often begin even before reaching camp.
Your guide positions game drives based on current migration movements, ensuring your first Serengeti experience is both exciting and informative.
Accommodation Options
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Standard: Serengeti Safari Lodge
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Mid-Range: Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp
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Luxury: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
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Ultra-Luxury: Four Seasons Serengeti
Meal Plan
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Ultra-luxury accommodation options are all-inclusive.
Day 3 – Journey to the Serengeti | First Great Migration Sightings
Day 4 – Full Day Serengeti Game Drives (Great Migration Focus)
Highlights
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Explore a different Serengeti region based on migration movement
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Flexible morning and afternoon game drives
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Optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise
Possible Wildlife Encounters
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Dense herds of wildebeest and zebra
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Lions, cheetahs, hyenas
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Vultures and other scavenger birds
The Experience
Spend a full day immersed in the Serengeti, following the Great Migration across open plains and river systems. The migration is constantly moving, and your guide adjusts routes in real time to track the most active areas.
For those seeking a once-in-a-lifetime perspective, an optional hot air balloon safari offers sunrise views over the plains, followed by a champagne bush breakfast (seasonal and subject to availability).
Accommodation Options
(Same as Day 3, adjusted by migration location)
Meal Plan
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Ultra-luxury accommodation options are all-inclusive.
Highlights
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Discover new areas of the Serengeti ecosystem
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Focus on predator activity around the migration
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Excellent photographic opportunities
Possible Wildlife Encounters
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Lion prides resting near migration routes
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Cheetahs scanning the plains
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Crocodiles and hippos near water sources (seasonal)
The Experience
Another full day in the Serengeti allows deeper exploration of wildlife behaviour. Predators closely follow the migration, and sightings often include dramatic interactions between hunters and herds.
Your guide explains how predators, scavengers, and grazers interact — turning each game drive into a richer understanding of this extraordinary natural event.
Accommodation Options
(Same as Day 3 & 4)
Meal Plan
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Ultra-luxury accommodation options are all-inclusive.
Day 5 – Serengeti Exploration | Predators & Migration Dynamics
Day 6 – The Ngorongoro Crater Experience - High Impact Wildlife Days
Highlights
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Descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater
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One of Africa’s highest wildlife densities
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Big Five safari experience
Possible Wildlife Encounters
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Black rhino
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Lions, elephants, buffalo
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Hippos and flamingos on crater lakes
The Experience
Leaving the Serengeti behind, you travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend 600 metres into the crater floor — a natural amphitheatre teeming with wildlife.
Thanks to its enclosed ecosystem, the crater offers exceptional game viewing in a single day, often including species rarely seen elsewhere.
Accommodation Options
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Standard: Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
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Mid-Range: Embalakai Ngorongoro Tented Lodge
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Luxury: Lion’s Paw Lodge
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Ultra-Luxury: Ngorongoro Lodge Melia Collection
Meal Plan
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Ultra-luxury accommodation options are all-inclusive.
Day 7 – Return to Arusha | Departure
Highlights
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Scenic drive back to Arusha
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Time for last-minute souvenirs
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Transfer to the airport for departure
The Experience
After breakfast, you’ll return to Arusha for your onward journey. Your guide will assist with airport transfers, marking the end of an unforgettable Great Migration safari in Tanzania.
Meal Plan
Breakfast
🔒 Important Travel Note
The Great Migration is a natural and seasonal event. Camp locations and daily routes are carefully adjusted based on the movement of the herds during your travel dates to ensure the best possible wildlife experience.
Inclusions & Exclusions – 6 Days Tanzania Family Safari
✅ What’s Included:
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Professional, English-speaking safari guide experienced in family and teen safaris
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All park fees (Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara)
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Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for optimal wildlife viewing
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All transfers from/to Kilimanjaro Airport in Arusha
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Accommodation throughout the safari
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Drinking water in the safari vehicle
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Wildlife spotting and educational talks tailored for teens
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Emergency communication and safety support throughout the safari
❌ What’s Not Included:
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International flights to/from Tanzania
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Visa fees for Tanzania
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Travel insurance (strongly recommended for family safaris)
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Optional activities (hot air balloon safari, night drives, guided walking safaris)
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Alcoholic drinks and premium beverages
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Personal shopping, tips, and souvenirs
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Zanzibar extension (if applicable)