8 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Group Size
Unlimited
Travel Styles
Nature & Adventure
Starts from $2,978.25​ Per person
Tour Overview:
Experience the 8 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari, an extended Tanzania safari offering more time to follow the seasonal movement of wildebeest and zebra across the spectacular Serengeti National Park. Enjoy multiple game drives with an expert local guide and look for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and other iconic African wildlife.
The 8-day itinerary gives you greater flexibility to explore different migration areas and enjoy a relaxed wildlife experience. Explore more Tanzania Safari Itineraries or visit the official TANAPA Serengeti National Park website for more information.
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Trip Type: Private Group
Travel on your own schedule with full flexibility in dates, pace, and itinerary. Pricing is tailored to your private group size, and you can enjoy a fully customized experience!
Age Requirements: 3+
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Safari Tour Seasons & Pricing
Peak Season
July-Oct / Dec - Jan
2 Person
$3709.75
4 Person
$3161.13
6 Person
$2978.25
7+
Upon Request
Peak Season
July-Oct / Dec - Jan
2 Person
$4,976.95
4 Person
$4,428.33
6 Person
$4,245.45
7+
Upon Request
Low Season
Apr - May
2 Person
$8,564.60
4 Person
$8,015.98
6 Person
$7,833.10
7+
Upon Request
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport – Transfer to Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our safari representative and professional driver-guide. After a short briefing, you will be transferred to Arusha for dinner and overnight.
Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the hotel, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and prepare for your Serengeti migration safari starting the following day.
Day 1 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Half Board (HB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Planet Lodges 3*
Signature
Arusha Coffee Lodge 4*
Premium
Gran Meliá Arusha 5*
Day 2: Arusha – Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Serengeti National Park with packed lunch boxes. Your route takes you through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where transit fees apply, before continuing toward the vast plains of the Serengeti.
Enjoy game viewing en route as you enter Serengeti National Park. Depending on the season and wildlife movement, your guide will begin tracking the Great Migration, including wildebeest herds, zebras, gazelles, and predators following the herds.
Day 2 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Kontik Camp 3*
Signature
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge 4*
Premium
Meliá Serengeti Lodge 5*
Day 3: Karatu – Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, continue exploring Serengeti National Park with packed lunch boxes. This day is focused on moving deeper into the Serengeti and following the best wildlife areas based on current migration movement.
The Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration is one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife events, with large herds moving across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing. You may also encounter lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and many bird species.
Day 3 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Singing grass 3*
Signature
Mara mara tented lodge 4*
Premium
One Nature 5*
Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
Today is dedicated to a full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park. After breakfast, depart with packed lunch boxes and spend the day exploring the park’s open plains, kopjes, river areas, and predator-rich habitats.
Your guide will focus on maximizing your chances of seeing migration herds, big cats, and dramatic wildlife moments. This day offers excellent opportunities for photography, open-plains game viewing, and classic Serengeti safari experiences.
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Day 4 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Singing grass 3*
Signature
Mara mara tented lodge 4*
Premium
One Nature 5*
Day 5: Serengeti National Park Game Drive
After breakfast, enjoy another game drive in Serengeti National Park. This additional day gives you more time to follow the Great Migration and explore different areas of the park depending on wildlife movement and recent sightings.
Alongside the migration herds, you may see lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, hyenas, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and other wildlife. Later, return to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 5 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Kontik Camp 3*
Signature
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge 4*
Premium
 Meliá Serengeti Lodge 5*
Day 6: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater Safari
After breakfast, depart from Serengeti and drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon arrival, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive on the crater floor.
Ngorongoro Crater is one of Tanzania’s most rewarding wildlife destinations, with a high concentration of animals throughout the year. You may see lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, jackals, and, with luck, the rare black rhino. Later, ascend the crater walls and proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 6 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Eileen’s Inn 3*
Signature
Marera valley lodge 4*
Premium
Meliá Serengeti Lodge 5*
Day 7: Ngorongoro – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park with packed lunch boxes. Tarangire is famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, seasonal swamps, and the Tarangire River, which attracts wildlife during the dry season.
Enjoy a game drive through the park with chances to see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, buffaloes, and many bird species. Later, proceed to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 7 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Dancing Duma 3*
Signature
Tarangire Kuro Treetops Lodge 4*
Premium
 Elephant Springs 5*
Day 8: Tarangire – Arusha – Kilimanjaro International Airport
After breakfast, depart from Tarangire and drive back toward Arusha. You will enjoy a hot lunch at a selected restaurant before continuing to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.
This marks the end of your 8-day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari, leaving you with unforgettable memories of the Serengeti migration, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park.
Day 8
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Hot Lunch
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What's included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Transfers from Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Accommodation at all mentioned lodges and camps
- Serengeti National Park fees
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area transit fees
- All government taxes
- Packed lunches during safari days
- Scheduled domestic flight from Serengeti to Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Hot lunch on departure day
- 1 litre of mineral water per person per day while on safari
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide during safari
What's not included
- Visa
- International flights
- Tips for lodge and camp staff
- Tips for driver-guide
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Optional activities such as balloon safari, walking safari, sundowner, cultural visit, or hiking safari
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 8 days enough to experience the Great Wildebeest Migration?
Yes. An 8-day safari provides plenty of time for multiple game drives and exploration of different areas of the Serengeti, increasing your opportunities to encounter the migrating herds.
What is the best time for an 8 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari?
The best time depends on the migration stage you want to experience. January to March is ideal for the calving season, while June to October is popular for northern Serengeti and potential river-crossing experiences.
Can I see the wildebeest river crossings on an 8-day safari?
River crossings may be possible during the northern Serengeti migration season, but they cannot be guaranteed. The herds move naturally based on rainfall, water availability, and grazing conditions.
Why choose an 8-day migration safari instead of a 5- or 7-day safari?
Eight days give you more time for extended game drives and exploration while allowing greater flexibility to follow the seasonal location of the migration. It is a good choice for travelers who want a more comprehensive Serengeti experience.
How much does an 8 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari cost?
The price depends on travel dates, accommodation category, group size, and services included. Contact Guruguru Safaris for a personalized quotation based on your preferred travel dates.
What wildlife can I see during the 8-day safari?
You may see wildebeest, zebra, lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos, hyenas, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. Wildlife sightings depend on natural conditions.
Can I combine the 8-day migration safari with Ngorongoro or Zanzibar?
Yes. Your safari can be customized to include destinations such as Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, or Zanzibar, depending on your interests and available time.
Is the 8 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari suitable for families?
Yes. An 8-day safari can be suitable for families when the itinerary, accommodation, driving times, and activities are planned around their needs. A private safari also provides greater flexibility.
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