6 Days Experience Wildebeest Migration Luxury Safari

6 Days Experience Wildebeest Migration Luxury Safari

Witness one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles — the Great Wildebeest Migration — on this 6-day luxury safari through Tanzania’s most iconic national parks. Explore the elephant-rich woodlands of Tarangire, the predator-filled plains of the Serengeti, and the natural amphitheater of the Ngorongoro Crater. With handpicked luxury lodges and tented camps, private 4×4 transportation, and expert guides, this exclusive journey offers unmatched comfort and adventure.

Whether you’re chasing river crossings at the Mara River, marveling at lion prides in Seronera, or enjoying a sunrise balloon safari, this itinerary is designed to deliver exceptional wildlife experiences in style.

Itinerary Summary

Day 1
Arrival in Arusha – Gateway to the Safari Realm
Day 2
Tarangire National Park – Elephants, Baobabs & Birdlife
Day 3
Drive to Northern Serengeti – The Migration Trail Begins
Day 4
Northern Serengeti – Witness the Great Migration Crossings
Day 5
Central Serengeti – The Big Cats Capital
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Wildlife Finale & Departure

Price Rates

2 persons
4 persons
6+ persons
$6250.00
$5500.00
$5100.00

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Tour
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  • STEP 2
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha – Gateway to the Safari Realm

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you’re warmly welcomed by the Golden Trips Tanzania team. Transfer in a private vehicle to your luxury lodge in Arusha, nestled in serene gardens with views of Mount Meru. Enjoy dinner and a personalized briefing with your private safari guide.

Meals Plan:

Lunch, Dinner
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Accommodations:

Gran Meliá Arusha

Day 2
Tarangire National Park – Elephants, Baobabs & Birdlife

After breakfast, set off for Tarangire National Park, known for its giant baobabs, large elephant herds, and vibrant avian diversity. Enjoy a full-day game drive, stopping for a picnic lunch by the Tarangire River, a magnet for wildlife.

Spot giraffes, lions, wildebeests, zebras, and possibly elusive leopards. In the late afternoon, continue to your luxurious lodge in Karatu for a restful evening.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Elewana Tarangire Treetops

Day 3
Drive to Northern Serengeti – The Migration Trail Begins

Today, journey into the heart of the action: Northern Serengeti, near the Mara River, where migration crossings occur.

The drive itself is a rolling game drive, passing through:

  • The scenic Ngorongoro Highlands

  • The vast plains of Central Serengeti

  • Remote river valleys and granite kopjes of the North

Arrive in the evening at your luxury camp, perfectly positioned for migration sightings (best from July–October).

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Accommodations:

Mara Mara Tented Lodge

Day 4
Northern Serengeti – Witness the Great Migration Crossings

Spend the day exploring the Mara River region, hoping to witness dramatic river crossings, where wildebeests and zebras brave crocodile-filled waters.

Keep your eyes out for:

  • Predators lurking along riverbanks (lions, leopards, hyenas)

  • Massive herds moving across the plains

  • Unforgettable survival moments in the wild

Optional: Add a Hot Air Balloon Safari at sunrise with a champagne bush breakfast. ($600 pp)

Even outside peak migration, this region teems with wildlife and offers breathtaking scenery.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Serengeti Hot Air Ballon Activity

Accommodations:

Mara Mara Tented Lodge

Day 5
Central Serengeti – The Big Cats Capital

After a final morning game drive in the North, head south to Central Serengeti (Seronera Valley) — home to some of the highest concentrations of predators in Africa.

Enjoy afternoon game drives amid kopjes, riverbeds, and golden savannah, with excellent chances of spotting cheetahs, leopards, and lions. Unwind at your luxury tented lodge with a gourmet bush dinner under the stars.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Serengeti-National-Park-cheetahs

Accommodations:

Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Wildlife Finale & Departure

After an early breakfast, depart for a full safari in the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, descending 600 meters into this wildlife-rich caldera.

Expect encounters with:

  • Black rhinos

  • Hippos and flamingos

  • Lion prides and hyenas

  • Zebras, wildebeest, and gazelles

After a picnic lunch at the hippo pool, begin your return journey to Arusha or directly to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) for your international flight.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodations:

Lemala Ngorongoro Camp

Included

5 nights luxury accommodations (on full board)

Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

Professional English-speaking guide

Daily game drives as per itinerary

Ngorongoro Crater service fee

All national park & conservation area entry fees

Roundtrip airport transfers (JRO)

Government taxes and levies

Bottled water, juices, and soft drinks in the safari vehicle

Excluded

International airfare

Tips for driver/guide and lodge staff

Hot air balloon safari (optional)

Travel insurance (strongly recommended)

Tanzania entry visa ($50 or $100 for U.S. citizens)

Alcoholic beverages and personal purchases

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