Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro Crater
8 Days Tanzania Wildebeest Migration Safari
Follow the Great Migration through the Serengeti — eight days of elephants, big cats, endless plains and the Ngorongoro Crater. A private Northern Circuit safari with strong Serengeti time and migration-season flexibility, built around wildlife viewing rather than a rushed park-to-park schedule.
Highlights
- Two full days dedicated to the central Serengeti
- Migration-season flexibility built into the route
- Tarangire's elephant-rich landscapes and baobabs
- Ngorongoro Crater with black rhino potential
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, transfer to Arusha and a safari briefing.
Day 2: Full day in Tarangire National Park — elephant-rich landscapes, baobabs and the Tarangire River.
Day 3: Travel to central Serengeti with scenic wildlife viewing, then an afternoon game drive.
Day 4: Full-day central Serengeti game drive with a migration focus — wildebeest herds, zebra, big cats, elephants and buffalo.
Day 5: Second dedicated Serengeti day exploring different habitats, following the migration according to season.
Day 6: Early wildlife session, then descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for concentrated game viewing.
Day 7: Relaxed morning before continuing toward the mainland departure point, per your flight schedule.
Day 8: Remaining free time before private transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
What's Included
- 7 safari nights across the Northern Circuit, tier selected (Silver, Gold or Platinum)
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- English-speaking driver-guide throughout
- Game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro
- Full board during the safari
- Airport pickup and transfer service
- Drinking water in the safari vehicle
- Park and conservation fees (planning allowance, reconfirmed before final quote)
- 24/7 pre-arrival and in-country trip support
Not Included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Alcoholic drinks
- Personal shopping and laundry
- Optional excursions and premium room upgrades unless selected
- Private photo/video production
Pricing by Accommodation Tier
Choose the comfort level that suits you — every tier includes the same core itinerary and services above.
| Guests | Price / person | Group total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4,650 | $4,650 |
| 2 | $3,450 | $6,900 |
| 3 | $2,950 | $8,850 |
| 4 | $2,700 | $10,800 |
| 6 | $2,450 | $14,700 |
Indicative planning prices per person, private/tailor-made unless noted. Exact pricing is reconfirmed against your selected dates, accommodation availability and current park fees before final quotation.
Accommodation by Tier
Comfort
- Arusha: Greenside Hotel
- Tarangire/Karatu: Eileen's Trees Inn
- Serengeti: Serengeti Pazuri Tented Camp
- Ngorongoro: Ngorongoro Farm House
Mainland safari; Zanzibar can be added as a separate extension.
Mid-Range
- Arusha: Kibo Palace
- Tarangire/Karatu: Ngorongoro Farm House / Marera Valley
- Serengeti: Narudi Tented Camp
- Ngorongoro: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Couples, families and repeat safari travellers seeking more comfort.
Luxury
- Arusha: Arusha Planet Lodge
- Tarangire: Conserve Safari Tarangire
- Serengeti: Lala Salama Tented Camp
- Ngorongoro: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge (premium)
Honeymooners, photographers and affluent guests.
Optional Experiences
| Add-on | Best for | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Serengeti hot-air balloon | Couples / photographers | Quote separately; date, weather & availability dependent |
| Maasai cultural experience | Families / culture lovers | Private or community-led experience; quote by group |
| Mto wa Mbu cultural tour | Families / first-time visitors | Half-day optional experience |
| Private bush breakfast/lunch | Couples / luxury | Per-group supplement |
| Sundowner experience | Couples / groups | Per-group supplement; location dependent |
| Zanzibar beach extension | Beach lovers | Quote separately by nights, hotel level and flights |
| Stone Town / spice experience | Culture / food travellers | Add-on after safari; private guide + transport |
| Professional photography/video | Content-focused clients | Separate production quote based on scope |
| Private safari upgrade / custom routing | Families / photographers | Quote separately based on vehicle, guide and route requirements |