7 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari
Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights
Group Size
Unlimited
Travel Styles
Nature & Adventure
Starts from $2,416.33 Per person
Tour Overview:
Experience the 7 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari, an unforgettable Tanzania safari designed to bring you closer to the spectacular movement of wildebeest and zebra across the Serengeti. Enjoy extended game drives in Serengeti National Park and explore the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, with opportunities to see lions, elephants, cheetahs, and other iconic African wildlife.
The location of the migration changes throughout the year, so your safari is planned around the seasonal movement of the herds. Explore more Tanzania Safari Itineraries or visit TANAPA for official information about Serengeti National Park.
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
$2,948.00
4 Person
$ 2,549.25
6 Person
$ 2,416.33
7+
Upon Request
Peak Season
July-Oct / Dec - Jan
2 Person
$ 4,065.60
4 Person
$ 3,666.85
6 Person
$3,533.93
7+
Upon Request
Peak Season
July-Oct / Dec - Jan
2 Person
$7,412.35
4 Person
$7,013.60
6 Person
$6,880.68
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 below 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. This stop places you closer to the route toward Serengeti National Park.
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. The route takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro highlands before reaching the vast Serengeti plains.
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 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 Migration Safari
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 experiences, with large herds moving across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing. Along the way, you may also see lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and many bird species.
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. 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 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 – Kilimanjaro International Airport
After breakfast, depart from Serengeti National Park and transfer toward Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure. You will enjoy a hot lunch depending on the day’s routing and flight schedule.
This marks the end of your 7-day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, migration herds, big cats, and classic Tanzania safari landscapes.
Day 7 |
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
What is included in the 7 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari?
The safari typically includes accommodation, meals as specified, professional safari guide services, private safari transportation, park and conservation fees, game drives, and airport transfers. The exact inclusions depend on the selected package and accommodation level.
What is the best month for a 7 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari?
The best month depends on where the migration is moving. June to October is popular for northern Serengeti and river-crossing experiences, while January to March is ideal for the calving season in southern Serengeti. The migration is a natural event, so sightings and locations cannot be guaranteed on specific dates.
Will I see the wildebeest river crossings on this 7-day safari?
River crossings are possible during the appropriate migration season, particularly in northern Serengeti, but they cannot be guaranteed. The herds move according to rainfall, water availability, and grazing conditions.
How much does a 7 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari cost?
The price depends on travel dates, group size, accommodation category, and the services included. Request a personalized quotation from Guruguru Safaris for the most accurate price for your preferred dates.
What animals can I see besides wildebeest?
Alongside the migrating wildebeest and zebra, you may encounter lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. The Serengeti offers excellent year-round wildlife viewing.
Is the 7-day Serengeti Migration Safari suitable for first-time safari travelers?
Yes. A 7-day itinerary provides enough time to explore different areas, enjoy multiple game drives, and experience Tanzania’s major wildlife highlights without rushing. An experienced safari guide also helps maximize wildlife-viewing opportunities.
Can I customize the 7 Day Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari?
Yes. The itinerary can be customized around your travel dates, accommodation preferences, budget, group size, and migration location. You can also add destinations such as Tarangire, Ngorongoro, or Zanzibar.
Why choose a 7-day safari for the Great Wildebeest Migration?
Seven days gives you more time to follow the migration and explore the Serengeti compared with shorter safaris. More time in the park means additional game drives and better opportunities to experience the wildebeest migration and Tanzania’s exceptional wildlife.
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