7-Day Private Luxury Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari

7-Day Private Luxury Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari

Experience one of nature’s greatest spectacles—the Great Wildebeest Migration—in complete luxury and privacy. This 7-day premium safari takes you deep into Tanzania’s most iconic parks including Tarangire, Serengeti (Central & North), Ngorongoro Crater, and finishes in Arusha. Enjoy seamless transfers, private game drives, full-board gourmet meals, and stunning accommodations at top lodges.

Itinerary Summary

Day 1
Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania
Day 2
Tarangire National Park – Land of Giants
Day 3
Journey to Central Serengeti – Wildlife Kingdom
Day 4
Northern Serengeti – Migration & Mara River Crossing
Day 5
Morning Game Drive – Transfer to Ngorongoro Highlands
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater Safari –  Return to Arusha
Day 7
Departure – Farewell Tanzania

Price Rates

2 persons
4 persons
6+ persons
$3720.00

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Day 1
Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), you’ll be warmly greeted by a professional representative from Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris. You’ll be transferred to the elegant Arusha Serena Hotel, a tranquil retreat surrounded by coffee plantations near Lake Duluti. Depending on your arrival time, you may opt for a short city tour or simply relax after your journey.

Meals Plan:

Lunch, Dinner
Arusha-Clock-Tower

Accommodations:

Arusha Serena Hotel

Day 2
Tarangire National Park – Land of Giants

After breakfast, set off for Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees. This park is a hidden gem, particularly during the dry season when wildlife congregates around the Tarangire River. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a scenic picnic lunch. Keep your eyes out for lions, giraffes, zebras, and over 550 species of birds.

In the evening, retreat to the serene Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, nestled on the edge of the Great Rift Valley escarpment with breathtaking views of the valley floor.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

Day 3
Journey to Central Serengeti – Wildlife Kingdom

Today, you’ll journey to the Central Serengeti, home to an abundance of wildlife year-round and one of the best places in Africa to see big cats. Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive through the famous Seronera Valley, known for its predator action, vast plains, and iconic acacia trees.

Later, check in to the exquisite Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, where luxury blends seamlessly with the natural environment. Unwind over a gourmet dinner as you prepare for the epic migration adventure ahead.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Serengeti Serena Lodge

Day 4
Northern Serengeti – Migration & Mara River Crossing

Rise early for a sunrise game drive and make your way to the Northern Serengeti, where the Great Migration reaches its climax as wildebeest cross the Mara River, braving crocodiles and predators. This full-day game drive will take you through sweeping savannahs teeming with wildlife including lions, cheetahs, elephants, and giraffes.

Tonight, stay at the luxurious Mara Mara Tented Lodge, offering comfort, intimacy, and a front-row seat to nature’s most dramatic event.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Accommodations:

Mara Mara Tented Lodge

Day 5
Morning Game Drive – Transfer to Ngorongoro Highlands

After a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before beginning your scenic journey toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in the late afternoon and check in at the Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, perched dramatically on the crater rim.

Relax and take in panoramic views of the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera as you enjoy an evening at leisure.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater Safari –  Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in what many call the Eighth Wonder of the Natural World. Spot the endangered black rhino, prides of lions, buffaloes, zebras, hyenas, and countless other species in this uniquely concentrated wildlife haven.

After a picnic lunch by the hippo pool, begin your return drive to Arusha. Arrive in the late afternoon and check in again at the Arusha Serena Hotel, where you’ll enjoy your final dinner in Tanzania.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Arusha Serena Hotel

Day 7
Departure – Farewell Tanzania

Enjoy a hearty breakfast featuring local Tanzanian coffee, fresh pastries, tropical fruits, and hot dishes. You’ll then be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home, filled with memories of your once-in-a-lifetime safari.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodations:

Lemala Ngorongoro Camp

Included

All park & conservation fees (non-residents)

Private transportation in 4x4 pop-up safari vehicle

All meals and soft drinks (except premium liquor)

Full board luxury accommodation throughout

Professional English-speaking safari driver/guide

VAT and government taxes

Bottled water during game drives

All game drives and park activities

Airport transfers (arrival & departure)

Excluded

International flights

Tips to driver/guide and lodge staff (suggested: $20 pp/day)

Additional accommodation before/after the tour

Travel insurance, visas, and personal expenses

Optional activities not mentioned

Premium alcoholic drinks

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