6 Days Great Migration Adventure
Lake Manyara, Northern Serengeti, Central Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
Witness the Great Migration's most dramatic moments across Tanzania's premier wildlife destinations. from $1,239 per person.
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6-Day Great Migration Adventure: With Tanzania Safari Source Tours
The 6 Days Great Migration Adventure offers the ultimate Tanzania wildlife experience, combining Lake Manyara's tree-climbing lions with the dramatic Mara River crossings in Northern Serengeti, the vast plains of Central Serengeti, and the unparalleled biodiversity of Ngorongoro Crater. This carefully curated itinerary provides comprehensive coverage of the Great Migration's most spectacular phases while showcasing Tanzania's diverse ecosystems. From July through October, the Northern Serengeti becomes nature's grandest stage as over 1.5 million wildebeest and zebras brave crocodile-infested waters, while Central Serengeti offers year-round predator action and Ngorongoro Crater delivers the highest density of wildlife in Africa.
Our 6 Days Great Migration Adventure is designed for travelers seeking both the migration spectacle and Tanzania's classic safari highlights. Unlike shorter tours, this extended itinerary allows time to witness multiple river crossing attempts while also exploring Lake Manyara's unique ecosystem and Ngorongoro's unique crater ecosystem. The wildebeest migration represents Earth's largest terrestrial mammal movement, and our expert guides with 10+ years experience know precisely where to position your vehicle for optimal viewing. The Northern Serengeti's Mara River provides the most dramatic crossings, Central Serengeti offers exceptional big cat sightings, and Ngorongoro Crater guarantees encounters with all Big Five in a single day.
Why Choose This 6-Day Migration Adventure?
This comprehensive safari combines four of Tanzania's premier wildlife destinations with strategic timing to maximize wildlife viewing. Our Northern Serengeti camps are positioned near prime crossing points, while Central Serengeti accommodations focus on predator-rich territories. The Ngorongoro Crater visit completes your Big Five sightings with near-guaranteed rhino encounters. With 95% success rate for witnessing river crossings (July-Oct) and expert photography guidance, this safari delivers professional-quality wildlife encounters.
The 6 Days Great Migration Adventure offers exceptional value by combining migration action with classic Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro experiences. Shared group departures make this premium safari accessible, while private tours allow customization. Our hybrid safari vehicles with pop-up roofs ensure unobstructed viewing, and small group sizes (max 6 passengers) guarantee window seats. Unlike operators who rush through multiple parks, we allocate sufficient time in each ecosystem for immersive wildlife encounters and photographic opportunities.
Detailed Itinerary
Your 6-day wildlife adventure through Tanzania's most iconic ecosystems
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport, meet your guide and transfer to Lake Manyara National Park. Afternoon game drive spotting elephants, flamingos, and the famous tree-climbing lions. Explore the diverse habitats from groundwater forests to alkaline lake shores. Sunset viewing over the lake with thousands of flamingos. Overnight at Lake Manyara Lodge or luxury tented camp. Highlight: Unique tree-climbing lions and spectacular birdlife in this compact but diverse park.
Morning departure from Lake Manyara with scenic drive to Northern Serengeti (Kogatende region). Game drive en route to camp with opportunities to spot migration herds. Afternoon dedicated to locating wildebeest herds gathering near potential crossing points along the Mara River. Sunset observation of herd behavior from strategic viewpoints. Overnight at our exclusive migration camp in Kogatende region. Highlight: First impressions of the Mara River's dramatic landscapes and initial wildlife sightings including elephants, hippos, and Nile crocodiles.
Two full days tracking the Great Migration herds in Northern Serengeti. Pre-dawn departures to monitor known crossing points as herds are most active at first light. Expert tracking of wildebeest movements and crocodile activity along the Mara River. Picnic lunches at scenic viewpoints, allowing extended observation time for multiple crossing attempts. Exploration of less-visited crossing areas where predators are more active. Return to camp at dusk after optimal photography light fades. Highlight: Witnessing the dramatic Mara River crossings as thousands of wildebeest brave crocodile-infested waters (peak season July-October).
Morning game drive through Northern Serengeti with last opportunities for river crossing sightings. Scenic drive south through diverse habitats to Central Serengeti (Seronera region). Afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti's predator-rich territories, known for exceptional lion and leopard sightings. Visit to Seronera River for hippo pools and crocodile observations. Late afternoon transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Sunset viewing from crater rim with panoramic vistas. Highlight: Transition from Northern Serengeti's riverine forests to Central Serengeti's endless plains, showcasing ecosystem diversity.
Early morning descent into Ngorongoro Crater (600m vertical drop) for full day wildlife viewing. Exploration of the crater floor's diverse habitats including lakes, forests, and grasslands. Close encounters with Big Five species in their natural habitat with special focus on crater's resident black rhino population (highest density in Tanzania). Picnic lunch at scenic hippo pool viewpoint. Afternoon ascent and drive back to Arusha with drop-off at airport or hotel. Highlight: Unparalleled wildlife viewing in Ngorongoro Crater, often completing your Big Five sightings with rhino encounters.
Safari Inclusions
Included
- Accommodation Full Board (All Meals)
- Vehicle Supplement Fee for all Parks
- Transportation with Driver/Guide During Safari
- All Park Fees
- Fresh and nutritious meals on safari
Excluded
- Airfare and visa fees at airports
- Health Insurance
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Personal Items
- Tips to your Driver/Guide During Safari
Great Migration Route Map
Wildebeest migration route is a circular journey across Tanzania's Serengeti and Kenya's Maasai Mara, driven by seasonal rains in search of fresh grazing.
Best Time for This Safari
| Season | Northern Serengeti | Central Serengeti | Ngorongoro |
|---|---|---|---|
| July-Oct | Peak river crossings | Good predator sightings | Excellent year-round |
| Nov-Dec | Migration moves south | Beginning of calving season | Excellent wildlife |
| Jan-Feb | Few animals present | Calving season peaks | Best rhino sightings |
| Mar-Jun | Preparation for migration | Predator action increases | Fewer crowds |
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