Day 3: Seronera – Full Day Big Cat Safari

Spend a full day tracking the big cats with your expert guide on private game drives. Witness lion prides on hunts, elusive leopard stalks, and cheetah chases through the grasslands. Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch set in the heart of the wilderness and continue afternoon exploration of hippos and hippo pools.
 

Wildlife & Experiences:

• Close-up predator interaction

• Elephant family herds and hyena clans

• Gourmet bush lunch in pristine wilderness

Accommodation:
Serengeti Serena Lodge or Similar

Meal Plan: Breakfast | Lunch (picnic) | Dinner

Day 4: Ndutu Region – Calving Grounds Luxury Camp

Fly to Southern Serengeti’s Ndutu area, the renowned calving grounds of the wildebeest migration. Check into a luxury tented camp positioned for prime calving and predator sightings. Afternoon game drives focus on dramatic wildebeest births and protective maternal behavior, alongside lion and cheetah hunting activities.
 

Wildlife & Experiences:

• Newborn wildebeest calves

• Intense predator-prey drama

• Birdlife including flamingos on soda lakes

Accommodation:
Ndutu Luxury Tented Camp – Elegant tents with plunge pools and private decks

Meal Plan: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 5: Ndutu – Calving Season Full Immersion

Early morning game drives unwrap the wonders of calving season—witness hundreds of calves taking their first steps, while stealthy predators lurk nearby. Engage in photographer-focused drives with expert advice or relax at camp enjoying exclusive amenities and spa services.
 

Wildlife & Experiences:

• Calf births and migration herd dynamics

• Lions, cheetahs, and leopards on the hunt

• Optional spa treatments and sunset cocktails

Accommodation:
Ndutu Luxury Tented Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 6: Grumeti River Region – Prime River Crossings

Transfer to the western Serengeti’s Grumeti region via scenic flight. This area hosts exciting river crossings of the migrating herds, often with dramatic crocodile encounters. The afternoon private game drive includes boat safari along the river for a unique perspective of wildlife.
 

Wildlife & Experiences:

• Wildebeest and zebra river crossings

• Crocodiles and hippos in the water

• Birdwatching and riverine wildlife

Accommodation:
Grumeti Hills Luxury Camp – Exclusive, private tented suites with river views

Meal Plan: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 7: Grumeti to Northern Serengeti – Migration Frontline

Morning game drive before transferring to Northern Serengeti mobile camp near the Mara River. Afternoon and evening activities focus on the anticipated Mara River crossings, dramatic predator activity, and photographing wildlife against epic sunsets.

Wildlife & Experiences:

• Herds gearing up at the Mara River

• Lions, crocodiles, and other predators

• Sunset photo safaris

Accommodation:
Migration Mobile Camp (Northern Serengeti) – Plush tents, private facilities, campfire ambiance

Meal Plan: Breakfast | Lunch (picnic) | Dinner

Day 8: Mara River Crossings – Ultimate Migration Moment

Spend the day beside the Mara River witnessing the iconic migration crossing—the famous struggle as wildebeest plunge into crocodile-infested waters under the watchful eyes of predators. Optional hot air balloon safari at dawn offers unmatched aerial views.
 

Wildlife & Experiences:

• Mara River crossings and predator interactions

• Balloon safari and bush breakfasts

• Fireside dinner and stargazing

Accommodation:
Migration Mobile Camp or Mara River Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 9: Northern Serengeti – Big Cats & Migration