10 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari
Duration
10 Days / 9 Nights
Group Size
Unlimited
Travel Styles
Nature & Adventure
Starts from $3,703.52 Per person
Tour Overview:
Experience the 10 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari, an extended Tanzania safari designed for travelers who want more time to follow the spectacular movement of wildebeest and zebra across the Serengeti. Enjoy multiple game drives in Serengeti National Park, with opportunities to see lions, cheetahs, elephants, leopards, and other iconic African wildlife.
With 10 days, you have more flexibility to explore different migration areas and experience the Serengeti at a relaxed pace. Explore our Tanzania Safari Itineraries or visit the official TANAPA Serengeti National Park page for additional information.
Is this tour for me?
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
$4,618.35
4 Person
$3,932.23
6 Person
$3,703.52
7+
Upon Request
Peak Season
July-Oct / Dec - Jan
2 Person
$6,381.65
4 Person
$5,695.53
6 Person
$5,466.82
7+
Upon Request
Peak Season
July-Oct / Dec - Jan
2 Person
$9,957.20
4 Person
$9,271.08
6 Person
$9,042.37
7+
Upon Request
You’ll Visit
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 Lodge 3*
Signature
Arusha Coffee Lodge 4*
Premium
Gran Meliá Arusha 5*
Day 2: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park – Karatu
After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Lake Manyara National Park with packed lunch boxes. Lake Manyara is located at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment and is known for its groundwater forest, lake views, elephants, baboons, hippos, giraffes, and rich birdlife.
Enjoy a game drive through the park before continuing to Karatu in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight.
Day 2 | Accommodation
Meal Plan:Bed & Breakfast (BB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Eileen’s Inn 3*
Signature
Marera valley lodge 4*
Premium
Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge 5*
Day 3: Karatu – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park with packed lunch boxes. Your journey takes you through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where transit fees apply, before continuing toward the endless plains of the Serengeti.
Enjoy game viewing en route as you enter Serengeti National Park and proceed toward your lodge or camp. Serengeti is home to lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and many other wildlife species.
Day 3 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Kontik Camp 3*
Signature
Kubu Tented Lodge 4*
Premium
Meliá Serengeti Lodge 5*
Day 4: Serengeti National Park – Game Drive and Overnight at One Nature
After breakfast, continue exploring Serengeti National Park with packed lunch boxes. This day allows you to enjoy more wildlife viewing across different areas of the Serengeti as you move through open plains, kopjes, and predator-rich habitats.
Your guide will follow wildlife movement and recent sightings to maximize your chances of seeing lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and other animals. Later, proceed to One Nature for dinner and overnight.
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: 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.
Day 5 | 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 6: Serengeti National Park Game Drive
After breakfast, enjoy another game drive in Serengeti National Park. Your guide will explore different areas depending on wildlife movement, weather conditions, and recent sightings.
This day provides another opportunity to experience Serengeti’s big cats, large herbivore herds, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and birdlife before returning to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 6 | 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 7: 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 7 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Eileen’s Inn 3*
Signature
Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge 4*
Premium
Meliá Ngorongoro Lodge 5*
Day 8: 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 8 | 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 9: Full-Day Game Drive in Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, return to Tarangire National Park with packed lunch boxes for a full-day game drive. This additional day gives you more time to explore different areas of the park and enjoy better chances for unique wildlife sightings.
Tarangire is one of the best parks in northern Tanzania for elephant photography, baobab landscapes, predators, and birdlife. After your game drive, return to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 9 | 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 10: 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 10-day luxury Tanzania safari, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park.
Day 10
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 10 days enough to experience the Great Wildebeest Migration?
Yes. A 10-day safari provides plenty of time to explore different areas of the Serengeti and increases opportunities to encounter the migrating herds, predators, and other wildlife.
What is the best month for a 10 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari?
The best month 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 a 10-day safari?
River crossings can be possible during the northern Serengeti migration season, but they cannot be guaranteed. The herds move naturally according to rainfall, water availability, and grazing conditions.
What makes a 10-day migration safari better than a 5 or 7-day safari?
A 10-day itinerary gives you more time to explore the Serengeti, spend multiple nights in key wildlife areas, enjoy additional game drives, and adapt the safari to the seasonal location of the migration.
How much does a 10 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari cost?
The cost depends on your travel dates, group size, accommodation category, and services included. Contact Guruguru Safaris for a personalized quotation based on your preferred dates and safari style.
What animals can I see during a 10-day Serengeti migration safari?
You may see wildebeest, zebra, lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos, hyenas, crocodiles, and many bird species. The longer itinerary provides more opportunities for wildlife encounters.
Can I combine the 10-day migration safari with Ngorongoro or Zanzibar?
Yes. The itinerary can be customized to include destinations such as Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, or Zanzibar, depending on your interests and available travel time.
Is the 10 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari suitable for families?
Yes. A 10-day safari can be suitable for families when the itinerary, accommodation, driving schedule, and activities are planned around the ages and needs of the travelers. A private safari also provides greater flexibility for families.
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