Overview
About This Safari
This 5-Day Luxury Great Migration Safari takes you across the breathtaking wilderness of Northern and Central Serengeti, where endless plains, iconic landscapes, and extraordinary wildlife encounters create a once-in-a-lifetime African adventure.
In just 5 days, you’ll explore the Great Migration hotspots of Kogatende, experience thrilling game drives along the Mara River, discover Central Serengeti’s rich predator territory, and visit the legendary Ngorongoro Crater while enjoying luxury lodge and tented camp stays with expertly guided private safari activities.
5 days, perfectly paced – what to expect:
Kogatende, Northern Serengeti – Witness the Great Migration herds, dramatic landscapes, and possible Mara River crossing action.
Central Serengeti – Explore the heart of Tanzania’s wildlife paradise, famous for lions, leopards, cheetahs, and vast savannahs.
Ngorongoro Crater – Descend into a UNESCO World Heritage Site with incredible wildlife density and breathtaking scenery.
Your journey begins with a scenic flight from Arusha to Kogatende, maximizing your time in the migration region. From the remote northern plains, you travel through the Serengeti ecosystem toward Central Serengeti before continuing to Ngorongoro and returning to Arusha. This luxury safari combines exclusive wildlife experiences, beautiful accommodations, and the best of Tanzania’s northern circuit.
Start / End Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport → Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport / Zanzibar
Group size 1-100 people
Difficulty Moderate
Minimum age 2+
Safari Snapshot
A quick look at the route, day by day.
- Day 1 Central Serengeti
Arusha – Fly to Kogatende, Northern Serengeti
Flight to serengetiSerengeti game drivePicnic lunchOleserai Turner spring - Day 2
Full-Day Great Migration Experience in Kogatende
Serengeti game drivesPicnic lunchConfirmed when quoted - Day 3 Central Serengeti
Kogatende – Central Serengeti
Serengeti game drivePicnic lunchSametu - Day 4 Karatu
Central Serengeti – Karatu
Serengeti game drivesPicnic lunchMawe Mawe - Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Early game drive at Ngorongoro craterPicnic lunch
Ways to Customize This Trip
This private itinerary can be tailored to your travel dates, preferred pace, accommodation style, dietary needs and special interests. Ask our Tanzania specialist to adjust transfers, activities and room arrangements before booking
- Adjust the balance of safari, beach time and optional Zanzibar activities
- Upgrade accommodation and add private activities or extra safari nights
Where you go
Route
- Days 1–3 Central Serengeti
- Day 4 Karatu
Day by Day
5 daysHere is how the days run. We can adjust the route around your dates and the pace you want.
- Central Serengeti
- Karatu
Day 1 Central Serengeti Arusha – Fly to Kogatende, Northern Serengeti Lunch, Dinner Oleserai Turner spring
After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your scenic flight to Kogatende in Northern Serengeti.
Meet your private safari guide and begin your first game drive exploring the Mara River area, searching for migrating wildebeest, zebras, elephants, lions, and other wildlife before arriving at your luxury camp.
- Main stop Central Serengeti
- Accommodation Oleserai Turner spring
- Meals Lunch, Dinner
- Activities Flight to serengeti, Serengeti game drive, Picnic lunch
Accommodation - Oleserai Turner spring
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Oleserai Turner spring
Safari lodge / Luxury / Central Serengeti
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Day 2 Full-Day Great Migration Experience in Kogatende Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend a full day exploring Northern Serengeti, following the movements of the Great Migration herds.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives around the Mara River and surrounding plains, with opportunities to witness dramatic wildlife interactions and excellent predator sightings.
- Main stop Full-Day Great Migration Experience in Kogatende
- Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities Serengeti game drives, Picnic lunch
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Day 3 Central Serengeti Kogatende – Central Serengeti Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Sametu
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Northern Serengeti before travelling south toward Central Serengeti.
The journey offers incredible wildlife viewing opportunities as you cross different habitats. Arrive at your luxury lodge or camp and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Seronera Valley, famous for big cats.
- Main stop Central Serengeti
- Accommodation Sametu
- Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Activities Serengeti game drive, Picnic lunch
Accommodation - Sametu
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Sametu
Safari lodge / Luxury / Central Serengeti
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Day 4 Karatu Central Serengeti – Karatu Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Mawe Mawe
Begin the day with a morning game drive in Central Serengeti, exploring the rich wildlife areas around Seronera.
After lunch, continue toward the Ngorongoro Highlands and Karatu town, enjoying scenic views along the way before relaxing at your luxury lodge.
- Main stop Karatu
- Accommodation Mawe Mawe
- Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities Serengeti game drives, Picnic lunch
Accommodation - Mawe Mawe
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Mawe Mawe
Safari lodge / Luxury / Karatu
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Day 5 Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a final safari experience.
Explore the crater floor searching for lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and the rare black rhino. After lunch, drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.
- Main stop Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
- Meals Breakfast, Lunch
- Activities Early game drive at Ngorongoro crater, Picnic lunch
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Accommodation
Where you stay on this trip. We can move the comfort level up or down when we plan your dates.
Tour Rates
This is the starting price for this trip. Your final quote is confirmed once we check your dates and availability.
Standard Season
Solo On request
2 people From $4,524 per person
3 people From $4,048 per person
4 people From $3,928 per person
5 people From $3,763 per person
Lowest price 6 people From $3,377 per person
7+ people On request
Prices are per person in USD and based on shared double/twin accommodation unless stated otherwise. Final pricing depends on travel dates, lodge availability, group size and route adjustments.
What's Included
Included
- Park entrance fees and Ngorongoro Crater service fee, where applicable.
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof.
- Accommodation and meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Professional driver-guide.
- Game drives and activities specified in the itinerary.
- Airport transfers as specified in the itinerary.
- Drinking water during the safari.
- Domestic flights, only where specified in the package.
- Applicable government taxes.
Not Included
- International flights.
- Visa fees and travel insurance.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Optional activities not included in the itinerary, such as hot-air balloon safaris and cultural visits.
- Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, and meals unless specified.
- Personal expenses, including laundry, souvenirs, and telephone calls.
- Extra accommodation or transfers outside the agreed itinerary.