Follow the Great Migration through the Western Serengeti on this 7-day safari featuring the Grumeti River, where vast herds, giant crocodiles, and resident hippos create unforgettable wildlife encounters. Combined with the Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, this journey showcases some of Tanzania’s most remarkable safari experiences.
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On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our driver will meet you and transfer you to Arusha, a drive of about 45 to 60 minutes. As you settle in, you’ll begin to get a feel for the surroundings, with views of the landscape and glimpses of local life along the way. On arrival at your lodge, there’s time to relax after your journey before dinner and overnight.
Kibo Palace Hotel is a comfortable retreat in Arusha, offering spacious rooms, a swimming pool, fitness centre, spa facilities, and an inviting restaurant. Its convenient location and modern amenities provide a relaxing stay in the heart of the city.
Arusha Serena Hotel offers a peaceful retreat on the slopes of Mount Meru, surrounded by gardens and forest. Enjoy comfortable accommodation, warm hospitality, and a tranquil setting overlooking nearby Lake Duluti.
After breakfast in Arusha, we drive to Arusha Airport for your 2.5-hour flight to Grumeti Airstrip in the Western Serengeti. On arrival, your guide will meet you and head straight towards the Grumeti River. This area is known for the migration, and along the river you may see herds gathering, with large crocodiles and hippos often present in the water. We spend the afternoon exploring before making our way to camp for dinner and overnight.
Mbalageti Serengeti Lodge offers comfortable accommodation in the Western Serengeti with sweeping views across the plains. Enjoy warm hospitality, excellent wildlife viewing, and a peaceful setting close to the route of the Great Migration.
Kirawira Serena Camp offers a luxurious safari retreat in the Western Serengeti. Enjoy elegant, tented accommodation, warm hospitality, and beautiful views across one of Tanzania’s most scenic wilderness areas.
Today is spent exploring the Grumeti area, one of the quieter parts of the Serengeti. We head out after breakfast, making our way towards the Grumeti River, where much of the activity takes place. Herds can often be seen gathering along the riverbanks, while large crocodiles and hippos remain in the water below. We enjoy a packed lunch in the area before continuing through the afternoon. As the day draws to a close, the light softens over the river and plains before we return to camp for dinner and overnight.
Mbalageti Serengeti Lodge offers comfortable accommodation in the Western Serengeti with sweeping views across the plains. Enjoy warm hospitality, excellent wildlife viewing, and a peaceful setting close to the route of the Great Migration.
Kirawira Serena Camp offers a luxurious safari retreat in the Western Serengeti. Enjoy elegant, tented accommodation, warm hospitality, and beautiful views across one of Tanzania’s most scenic wilderness areas.
After breakfast in Grumeti, we set off towards the Central Serengeti, a drive of about 2.5 hours as we move from the quieter western corridor into the more open plains. Along the way, wildlife remains part of the journey, with chances of seeing giraffes, zebras, elephants, and predators such as lions and hyenas. We enjoy a packed lunch en route before continuing through the afternoon. Later in the day, we arrive at camp, where dinner and a relaxed evening await.
Serengeti Tortilis Camp offers an authentic safari experience in the heart of the Serengeti. Enjoy comfortable tented accommodation, delicious cuisine, warm hospitality, and spectacular wildlife viewing in one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes.
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge offers a comfortable safari retreat in the heart of the Serengeti. Enjoy stylish accommodation, warm hospitality, and sweeping views across the wildlife-rich plains of Tanzania’s most famous national park.
Today is spent exploring the Serengeti. We head out after breakfast, with the whole day to move through the plains and see what unfolds. No two drives are the same, one moment it’s quiet, the next you’re watching lions, cheetahs, or herds on the move. We stop for a packed lunch in the bush before continuing into the afternoon. As the sun begins to set, the light turns golden across the plains, one of those simple moments that stays with you. From there, we make our way back to camp for dinner and overnight.
Serengeti Tortilis Camp offers an authentic safari experience in the heart of the Serengeti. Enjoy comfortable tented accommodation, delicious cuisine, warm hospitality, and spectacular wildlife viewing in one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes.
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge offers a comfortable safari retreat in the heart of the Serengeti. Enjoy stylish accommodation, warm hospitality, and sweeping views across the wildlife-rich plains of Tanzania’s most famous national park.
After breakfast in the Serengeti, we set out on a final morning game drive across the endless plains, a last chance to take in the wildlife before leaving. As we head towards Ngorongoro, we enjoy a packed lunch along the way. The drive takes about 3.5 hours, and as we reach the crater rim, the vast Ngorongoro Crater suddenly opens up below—a moment where you truly realise how big it is. By late afternoon, we arrive at the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp is nestled within a lush forest near the Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy comfortable tented accommodation, warm hospitality, and a peaceful setting surrounded by highland scenery, Maasai culture, and visiting wildlife.
Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw offers a comfortable safari retreat on the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy stylish accommodation, warm hospitality, and spectacular views from one of Tanzania’s most remarkable locations.
Today is a highlight of your safari as we set off after an early breakfast and head down into the Ngorongoro Crater. The drive itself is part of the experience, winding through forest before opening onto the crater floor below. Once inside, it’s full of life—lions, elephants, and if we’re lucky, even rhino. We spend the morning exploring and enjoy a packed lunch in this incredible setting. Later, we begin the five-hour drive to Kilimanjaro International Airport, with plenty of memories to take home.
Safari Vehicle: 4×4 Land Cruiser with charging ports, fridge & binoculars.
Safari Guide: English-speaking safari guide with expert wildlife knowledge.
Safari Treats: Soft drinks, tea, coffee, and water during game drives.
Airport Transfers: One arrival and one departure transfer from Airport.
Accommodation: 6 nights in comfortable lodges and camps.
Game Drives: Guided game drives in Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
Park Fees: All national park and Ngorongoro Crater entrance fees included.
Flight: Arusha to Serengeti (20kg luggage allowance including hand luggage).
Tipping: Suggested driver-guide tip of $25 per day, per couple.
Balloon Safari: Serengeti balloon safari with bush breakfast, $450 per person.
Flights & Visa: International and domestic flights, visa are not included.
Insurance: Mandatory medical and travel insurance is not included.
Laundry: Laundry services are available at an additional cost.
Drinks at Lodges: Drinks and alcoholic beverages at lodges are not included.
Safari Vehicle: 4×4 Land Cruiser with charging ports, fridge & binoculars.
Safari Guide: English-speaking safari guide with expert wildlife knowledge.
Safari Treats: Soft drinks, tea, coffee, and water during game drives.
Airport Transfers: One arrival and one departure transfer from Airport.
Accommodation: 6 nights in comfortable lodges and camps.
Game Drives: Guided game drives in Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
Park Fees: All national park and Ngorongoro Crater entrance fees included.
Flight: Arusha to Serengeti (20kg luggage allowance including hand luggage).
Tipping: Suggested driver-guide tip of $25 per day, per couple.
Balloon Safari: Serengeti balloon safari with bush breakfast, $450 per person.
Flights & Visa: International and domestic flights, visa are not included.
Insurance: Mandatory medical and travel insurance is not included.
Laundry: Laundry services are available at an additional cost.
Drinks at Lodges: Drinks and alcoholic beverages at lodges are not included.
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This safari is ideal for travellers wanting to witness the Great Migration while exploring some of Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife destinations and landscapes.
Expect opportunities to see migrating wildebeest and zebras, lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, and many other species. While wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed, the Grumeti River is famous for its large crocodiles and migration activity.
This safari can be enjoyed year-round, with each season offering different wildlife experiences. The dry season from June to October generally provides the best wildlife viewing conditions.
Yes. This itinerary can be customized to suit your interests, travel dates, accommodation preferences, and budget. Additional days, destinations, or activities can also be added.
To confirm your safari, a 30% deposit is required at the time of booking. The remaining balance must be paid at least 45 days before departure. For bookings made within 45 days of travel, full payment is required at the time of booking.
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