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6 Days Mara River Crossing Migration Safari – Serengeti Adventure

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$3377 USD / person

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our spectacular 6 days Mara River migration safari through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. This focused journey follows the world-famous wildebeest migration to the legendary Mara River, combining time in Central and Northern Serengeti with visits to Tarangire National Park and the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater.

This Serengeti great migration tour is designed for maximum impact in minimal time. From dramatic Mara River crossings to the Big Five in Ngorongoro, this 6-day journey delivers the ultimate African safari adventure in a compact, action-packed timeframe.

Itinerary Summary

DAY

PLACE

HOTEL

DAY 1

Arrival in Arusha - Welcome to Tanzania

DAY 2

Tarangire National Park - Elephant Paradise

DAY 3

3.Central Serengeti - Endless Plains

DAY 4

4.Northern Serengeti - Mara River Crossings

DAY 5

5.Northern Serengeti to Karatu - Scenic Drive

DAY 6

Ngorongoro Crater & Departure

Itinerary Details

Arrival in Arusha - Welcome to Tanzania

Begin your extraordinary 6 days Mara River migration safari with arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Your professional safari guide will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your accommodation in Arusha. Settle into Green Mountain Hotel, meet your guide for a comprehensive safari briefing, and prepare for your epic journey.

Accommodation

Green Mountain Hotel

Meals

Dinner

Tarangire National Park - Elephant Paradise

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Enjoy full-day game drives spotting lions, leopards, giraffes, and diverse wildlife along the Tarangire River. Endoro lodge

Accommodation

Meals

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

3.Central Serengeti - Endless Plains

Journey to the legendary Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Drive through Ngorongoro Conservation Area with breathtaking views before descending into Central Serengeti’s Seronera region. Full day game drive searching for lions, leopards, cheetahs, and resident wildlife. Overnight at Shuhudia.

Meals

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

4.Northern Serengeti - Mara River Crossings

Drive to Northern Serengeti, the epicenter of the Mara River migration safari during July-October. This remote region features the legendary Mara River where dramatic crossings occur. Full day game drive along the river searching for wildebeest herds gathering and crocodiles waiting. Overnight at Misako Mara camp.

Meals

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

5.Northern Serengeti to Karatu - Scenic Drive

Morning game drive in Northern Serengeti for final Mara River crossing opportunities before departing for Karatu. Enjoy scenic views as you exit the park. Arrive in Karatu, a charming town near Ngorongoro, and settle into Kankari lodge for a relaxing evening.

Meals

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Ngorongoro Crater & Departure

Descend into magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Half day exploring the crater floor with excellent chances of seeing the Big Five – lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard. After lunch, drive back to Arusha with drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport, concluding your unforgettable 6 days Mara River migration safari.

Meals

Breakfast,Lunch

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from

$3377 USD

 / person

Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together.
Please treat all pricing as a guide only, request a quote or speak to one of our Safari Experts for the best, most current rates available.

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