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5 Days Great Wildebeest Migration

Safari 5 days Private
Overview

Tarangire, the Ngorongoro Crater and two nights at a migration camp near the Mara River, where the herds gather and the famous crossings happen. You fly back to Arusha from the north.

An unforgettable five-day, four-night wildebeest migration safari. Starting and ending in Arusha, it covers Tarangire, the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti, with the main focus on the Great Migration in the Northern Serengeti near the Mara River.

Where you'll go

Mara River area, Northern SerengetiSeasonal river crossingsNgorongoro CraterScenic flight back to Arusha
See each day of this trip

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 1Arusha to Tarangire National Park

    Drive from Arusha to Tarangire for elephants, baobabs and your first game drives, then continue to Karatu for the night.

    Tarangire / KaratuOvernight: Marera Valley Lodge, KaratuMeals: L, D

  2. Day 2Ngorongoro Crater to the Central Serengeti

    Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for wildlife viewing and a picnic lunch, then drive on to the Central Serengeti.

    Ngorongoro / SerengetiOvernight: Signature Tented Camp, Central SerengetiMeals: B, L, D

  3. Day 3Central Serengeti to the Northern Serengeti

    A morning game drive in the Central Serengeti, then travel north towards the migration area, arriving in the afternoon.

    Serengeti / Northern SerengetiOvernight: Ang'ata Migration Camp, Northern SerengetiMeals: B, L, D

  4. Day 4A full day at the Mara River

    A full day exploring the Mara River area, where the herds gather and seasonal river crossings may happen. Even without a crossing, the herds moving across the plains are an incredible sight.

    Northern SerengetiOvernight: Ang'ata Migration Camp, Northern SerengetiMeals: B, L, D

  5. Day 5Flight from the Serengeti to Arusha

    After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for a scenic flight back to Arusha.

    ArushaMeals: B

Meals: B = breakfast · L = lunch · D = dinner

Prices per person

In US dollars, per person, for your own private trip. The more people travel together, the lower the price for each person.

TravellersMid-range lodgesUpgrade: luxury lodges
1 traveller (solo) US$2,970 US$4,900
2 travellersMost booked US$2,050 US$3,380
3–4 travellers US$1,910 US$3,150
5–6 travellers US$1,780 US$2,940
7+ travellers US$1,680 US$2,770

Children aged 3–11 pay 70% of the adult price. International flights, visas and tips are not included. Prices can change in the Christmas and New Year weeks — your quote confirms the final price.

Prices are charged in US dollars. Other currencies are a guide only.

Route map

Route map: 5 Days Great Wildebeest MigrationArusha → Tarangire → Karatu → Ngorongoro Crater → Central Serengeti → Northern Serengeti → ArushaKENYATANZANIASerengeti National ParkNgorongoro Conservation AreaMaasai MaraL. Manyara NPArusha NPKilimanjaro NPMkomazi NPKilimanjaro 5,895 mOl Doinyo LengaiLake NatronLake EyasiNyumba ya MunguMara RiverMoshiNamangaLoliondoSameBabatiEngarukaMusomaNairobiTavetaN50 km51122–33–4ArushaTarangireKaratuNgorongoro CraterCentral SerengetiNorthern Serengeti
  1. Arusha · start
  2. Tarangire
  3. Karatu
  4. Ngorongoro Crater
  5. Central Serengeti
  6. Northern Serengeti
  • Your route
  • 1Day numbers at each place
  • Start / finish
  • National park / conservation area
  • Gravel track

Illustrative map — roads and distances are approximate.

Included

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All flights during the tour
  • All activities, unless labelled optional
  • All accommodation, unless listed as an upgrade
  • A professional driver-guide
  • All transportation, unless labelled optional
  • All taxes and VAT
  • Round-trip airport transfers
  • Meals and drinks as specified in the day-by-day itinerary

Not included

  • International flights to and from home
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (guideline: US$15 per person per day)
  • Personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance and visa fees

When to go

This trip runs all year. Here is how each month usually feels — the rainy months are quieter and often cheaper.

  1. JanBest
  2. FebBest
  3. MarGood
  4. AprRainy & quiet
  5. MayRainy & quiet
  6. JunBest
  7. JulBest
  8. AugBest
  9. SepBest
  10. OctBestThis month
  11. NovGood
  12. DecGood
  • Best
  • Good
  • Rainy & quiet

What guests say

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I had a great experience with Goggi Africa Safari. Everything was well organized from start to finish. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable, and the safari itself was amazing.

Neema M.Posted on Google

We had an incredible day safari in Tarangire National Park with Goggi Africa Safari! The entire experience was smooth, well-organized, and truly unforgettable. A special thank you to our driver, Kevin Ford — he was professional, friendly…

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Pascal A.Posted on Google

Choosing Goggi Africa Safari was the best decision for our trip to Tanzania. The whole experience was well organized, and the team made us feel comfortable from start to finish.

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Good to know

One clear price

US$2,050 per person sharing. Send a request with your date and we confirm availability within 24 hours.

Easy booking

A deposit confirms your trip and the balance is due before you travel. The amounts and payment details come with your personal quote. Booking terms

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