8-Day Tanzania Great Migration Safari: Tarangire, Ndutu, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater
Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro · Ndutu
Safari overview
8-Day Tanzania Great Migration Safari: Tarangire, Ndutu, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater
Embark on an 8-day journey through Tanzania’s most famous wildlife hotspots, including Tarangire National Park, Ndutu (in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area), Central Serengeti, and the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. This tour aligns with the Great Migration season from late December to March, offering a unique opportunity to witness one of nature’s most thrilling spectacles. Enjoy expertly guided game drives and cozy accommodations for a seamless safari experience.
Day by day
8 Days, Planned to the Last Sunset
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Departure: 8:30 AM from Arusha, with a 2-hour drive (118 km) to Tarangire National Park.
Activities: Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park, famous for its vast elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and varied wildlife including lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
Evening: Check in at your lodge/camp, enjoy dinner, and unwind.- Accommodation:
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
- Full board
- 118 km
Where you sleep · Tarangire
Discover Tarangire Safari Lodge, a luxurious lodge offering breathtaking views and an unforgettable safari experience. Located in the heart of Tarangire. - Accommodation:
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Morning: Breakfast, followed by a drive towards Ndutu, approximately 3.5 hours (200 km).
Activities: Enjoy a game drive in the Ndutu region, focusing on the Great Migration. Witness wildebeests, zebras, and various predators in action.
Evening: Settle in for dinner and relaxation at your Ndutu accommodation.- Accommodation:
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
- Full board
- 200 km, 5 hours
Where you sleep · Ngorongoro & Ndutu
Discover Ndutu Safari Lodge, a cozy lodge located in the heart of the Serengeti ecosystem. Enjoy an authentic safari experience with stunning views. - Accommodation:
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- Option 1: Begin with a morning drive at 9:00 AM, or
Option 2: Early start at 6:00 AM for a sunrise game drive.
Activities: Follow the migration, capturing sights of calving season, young animals, and predator-prey interactions. Return for evening relaxation at your lodge/camp. Day 4 Options:
Similar split for full-day or early morning/afternoon game drives to maximize sightings of the migration and wildlife action. Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
- Full board
Where you sleep · Ngorongoro & Ndutu
Discover Ndutu Safari Lodge, a cozy lodge located in the heart of the Serengeti ecosystem. Enjoy an authentic safari experience with stunning views. - Option 1: Begin with a morning drive at 9:00 AM, or
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Morning: Breakfast and departure to the Central Serengeti.
Activities: Enjoy a game drive through the iconic Serengeti plains and granite kopjes, looking out for the Big Five, particularly lions and leopards.
Evening: Dinner and rest at your Central Serengeti camp/lodge.- Accommodation:
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
- Full board
Where you sleep tonight
Discover Seronera Wildlife Lodge, a charming safari lodge in the Serengeti offering close encounters with Tanzania’s wildlife. - Accommodation:
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- Option 1: 9:00 AM start for a full-day game drive, or
Option 2: Early morning drive at 6:00 AM with afternoon game drive options.
Activities: Continue exploring Seronera, the heart of Serengeti wildlife. With a picnic lunch, spot lions, giraffes, elephants, and other wildlife along the river and open plains.
Evening: Return for dinner and relaxation. Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
- Full board
Where you sleep tonight
Discover Seronera Wildlife Lodge, a charming safari lodge in the Serengeti offering close encounters with Tanzania’s wildlife. - Option 1: 9:00 AM start for a full-day game drive, or
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Morning: Early game drive, breakfast, and drive toward Ngorongoro.
Activities: Enjoy a scenic drive with potential wildlife sightings along the way. Arrive in the Ngorongoro area to relax before the next day’s crater descent.
Evening: Dinner at your Ngorongoro lodge.- Accommodation:
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
- Full board
Where you sleep · Ngorongoro & Karatu
Discover the extraordinary andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, a luxurious safari retreat overlooking the Ngorongoro Crater. - Accommodation:
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6:30 AM: Begin an early descent into Ngorongoro Crater.
Activities: Enjoy a game drive through the crater, spotting black rhinos, elephants, hippos, lions, and more. Have a picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool.
Afternoon: Ascend from the crater and return to Arusha, concluding by early evening. End of Safari.
Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch included.
- Breakfast
- Picnic lunch
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6:30 AM: Begin an early descent into Ngorongoro Crater.
Transparent pricing
What This Safari Costs
Prices are per person sharing for a private 8-day / 7-night safari, and depend on the lodges you choose. Park fees, guide, 4×4 and meals are included in every tier.
| Season | Solo | 2 guests | 4 guests | 6+ guests |
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| Low season 1 March – 31 May The long rains. Lowest prices and the greenest landscape. | $6,890 | $4,600 | $4,050 | $3,810 |
| High season 1 November – 20 December, 6 January – 29 February Dry and green in turn, with good game viewing and easier lodge availability. | $7,260 | $4,840 | $4,270 | $4,010 |
| Peak season 1 June – 31 October, 21 December – 5 January Migration river crossings and the driest months. Book well ahead. | $8,060 | $5,380 | $4,730 | $4,470 |
All prices are per person sharing, in USD.
Final quotes depend on season, group size and lodge availability — tell us your dates and we'll confirm exact pricing free of charge.
The fine print, upfront
What's Included
Included
- All Park fees
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodations as stated in the itinerary
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Not included
- International flights (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation
- Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Services not mentioned in the program
- Travel insurance and medical repatriation
- Items of a personal nature
Days 3 & 4 – Full Days in Ndutu, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Option 1: Begin with a morning drive at 9:00 AM, or
Option 2: Early start at 6:00 AM for a sunrise game drive.
Activities: Follow the migration, capturing sights of calving season, young animals, and predator-prey interactions. Return for evening relaxation at your lodge/camp. Day 4 Options:
Similar split for full-day or early morning/afternoon game drives to maximize sightings of the migration and wildlife action. Accommodation: Ndutu Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
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