Migration Safari Planning
Mara River Crossing Safari
A northern Serengeti itinerary built for the dramatic Mara River crossing season. The route prioritizes time near the migration corridor while still including Ngorongoro and central Serengeti for broader wildlife variety.
Best time to travel - Jul - Oct
Duration
8 Days
Destinations
Arusha,
Ngorongoro Crater,
Central Serengeti,
Northern Serengeti,
Northern Serengeti,
Best Time
Jul - Oct
Starts / Ends
Arusha / Serengeti
Route Overview
Your Safari Route - Day By Day
•
Arusha
Day 1 — Arrival
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Ngorongoro Crater
Day 2 — Crater Safari
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Central Serengeti
Day 3 · Day 4 — Serengeti Game Drives
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Northern Serengeti
Day 5 · Day 7 — Mara River Crossings
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Northern Serengeti
Day 8 — Departure Flight
The Full Itinerary
What To Expect - Each Day
All arrivals, game drives, lodge moves, and departure details mapped throughout.
Day 1
Arrival In Arusha
Arusha
Transfer to your lodge and review the latest migration conditions with your guide.
Accommodation
Elewana Arusha Coffee LodgeMeals Included
Dinner
01
Day 2
Arrival In Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater
Spend the day inside Ngorongoro Crater before overnighting on the crater rim or nearby highlands.
Accommodation
Ngorongoro Serena Safari LodgeMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
02
Day 3
Arrival In Arusha
Central Serengeti
Enter Serengeti National Park and game drive across central plains and river valleys.
Accommodation
Serengeti Kubu Kubu CampMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
03
Day 4
Arrival In Arusha
Central Serengeti
Use a full day to explore central Serengeti predator territory before heading north.
Accommodation
Serengeti Kubu Kubu CampMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
04
Day 5
Arrival In Arusha
Northern Serengeti
Travel north toward the Mara River, checking crossing points and herd movement along the way.
Accommodation
Mara Mara Tented LodgeMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
05
Day 6
Arrival In Arusha
Northern Serengeti
Spend the day near the river system, with patient game drives designed around crossing possibilities.
Accommodation
Mara Mara Tented LodgeMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
06
Day 7
Arrival In Arusha
Northern Serengeti
Another full day gives the best chance to respond to herd movement and changing river conditions.
Accommodation
Mara Mara Tented LodgeMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
07
Day 8
Arrival In Arusha
Northern Serengeti
Enjoy a final morning drive before flying from the northern Serengeti toward Arusha.
Accommodation
Departure DayMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch
08
Pricing
Tour Pricing & What Is Included
from
$4,200
per person / double occupancy
All bookings and payments are handled directly through our office in Arusha, Tanzania.
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What Is Included
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof fees
Professional English-speaking safari guide fees
Park fees and conservation fees fees
Accommodation as listed in the itinerary fees
Meals listed each day and bottled water on safari fees
Not Included
International flights and visas
Travel insurance
Premium drinks and personal expenses
Guide and lodge staff gratuities
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Related Reading
Best Time to See the Great Migration in Tanzania
A simple guide to choosing the right season for a Great Migration safari in Tanzania.
Serengeti vs Ngorongoro: Which Safari Stop Matters Most?
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What to Pack for a Tanzania Safari
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