7-Day Fly-In Magical Tanzania Great Migration Safari

This 7-day fly-in Tanzania safari offers a well-paced journey through some of the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park. Starting in Arusha, the trip provides a smooth introduction to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit before continuing by air into the Serengeti for direct access to key wildlife areas. Each day is carefully planned to maximize game viewing opportunities across diverse ecosystems, from the migration corridors of the Northern Serengeti to the predator-rich plains of Central Serengeti and the wildlife-filled floor of Ngorongoro Crater. The itinerary concludes with Tarangire’s elephant-dominated landscapes before returning to Arusha for departure.

Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Welcome to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by your safari representative and transferred to your accommodation in Arusha. Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha serves as the gateway to Tanzania’s renowned northern safari circuit.

Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to relax at the lodge, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, or recover from your international journey. Your safari briefing will be conducted either upon arrival or later in the evening, providing an overview of the exciting adventure ahead.

Overnight: Arusha
Meals: Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: Fly from Arusha to Serengeti – Transfer to Northern Serengeti

After an early breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your scheduled flight to Seronera Airstrip in the heart of Serengeti National Park. Enjoy spectacular aerial views of the Great Rift Valley, volcanic highlands, and the endless plains below.

Upon arrival in Serengeti, meet your professional safari guide and begin a game drive northward through the park toward the Northern Serengeti. This journey offers exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities as you traverse different ecosystems and habitats.

The Northern Serengeti is famous for its stunning landscapes, rolling hills, open grasslands, and the Mara River, where the Great Migration often gathers during the migration season. The area is also known for its lower vehicle density, providing a more exclusive safari experience.

Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in the afternoon and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of this magnificent wilderness.

Overnight: Northern Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Northern Serengeti

Today is dedicated to exploring the extraordinary Northern Serengeti. After an early breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive with picnic lunch.

The Northern Serengeti is one of the best regions for witnessing dramatic wildlife encounters. Depending on the season, you may observe thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Mara River while crocodiles lurk beneath the waters. Resident wildlife includes elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and numerous antelope species.

Spend the day exploring remote wildlife-rich areas and enjoying uninterrupted views of the Serengeti ecosystem. Your experienced guide will position you for the best wildlife sightings while sharing fascinating insights into the park’s ecology and animal behavior.

Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Overnight: Northern Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti – Full-Day Wildlife Exploration

After breakfast, depart the Northern Serengeti and enjoy a game drive as you journey south toward Central Serengeti, also known as the Seronera region.

This area is renowned for its year-round abundance of wildlife and is considered one of the best locations in Africa for spotting big cats. The Seronera River Valley attracts a wide variety of animals due to its permanent water sources, making it a hotspot for predators and prey alike.

Throughout the day, enjoy extensive game viewing opportunities while exploring the vast plains, kopjes, and river systems that characterize this remarkable region. Keep an eye out for lions resting on rocky outcrops, leopards lounging in acacia trees, and cheetahs scanning the horizon.

Arrive at your lodge in the evening after a rewarding day of wildlife encounters.

Overnight: Central Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – Full-Day Crater Safari

Enjoy an early breakfast before departing Serengeti with game viewing en route toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Descend approximately 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Often referred to as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the crater boasts one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa.

The crater floor supports an incredible diversity of habitats, including grasslands, forests, swamps, and soda lakes. During your full-day game drive, you may encounter elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, jackals, and the endangered black rhinoceros.

Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a scenic hippo pool before continuing your exploration of this unique natural sanctuary.

In the late afternoon, ascend the crater walls and transfer to your lodge near the crater or Karatu area.

Overnight: Ngorongoro/Karatu Area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Tarangire National Park – Giants of Tanzania

Following breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.

Tarangire offers a unique safari experience with diverse habitats ranging from open savannah and seasonal wetlands to riverine forests. The Tarangire River serves as a permanent water source, attracting a remarkable concentration of wildlife, particularly during the dry season.

Enjoy a full-day game drive while searching for elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impalas, and numerous bird species. The park is renowned for its peaceful atmosphere and spectacular scenery.

After an unforgettable day of wildlife viewing, return to your lodge in the evening.

Overnight: Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Departure – Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning depending on your flight schedule.

At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your international departure flight, bringing your unforgettable Tanzanian safari adventure to a close.

We hope you leave with wonderful memories of Tanzania’s incredible wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and warm hospitality.

Meals: Breakfast

Serengeti Migration Includes:

Roundtrip Airport Transfers
Guarantee Safari on confirmation
Accommodations on Safari
Meal plan as described, B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner
Services of English speaking skilled and experienced driver/guide
All park entrance fees including government taxes
Extensive Game Drives in the National Parks
Service of a safari cook & Utensils
Crater tour services
3 meals per day while on safari, vegetarian & non vegetarian
Drinking water 1.5 Ltr per person per day
Safari transport by 4 x 4 Land Cruiser (6 seat) with a roof hatch that ‘pops up’ to enable easy viewing and photography.

Serengeti Migration Excludes:

Airport departure Tax apart the one we arranged
Personal & baggage insurance
Canoeing Safari
Olduvai Gorge entrance fee
Balloon Safari
laundry services
Optional travel insurance
Health requirements (you are entering a Malaria area)
Medical and trip cancellation insurance
Shuttle Bus Transfer apart from Airport pick up / drop off
Excess baggage or shipping charges
Tips or Gratitude
Personal Toiletries and items of a personal nature
Beverages/Drinks
International flights
Visas
Optional activities/excursions
Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary

Optional Activities

Balloon Safari (USD 590 per person)
Maasai Visit (USD 60 per Vehicle)
Ngorongoro Crater Rim walk (USD 40 per person)
Visit the Olduvai Gorge (USD 50 per person)

Note: Don’t be limited to the 7-Day Fly-In Magical Tanzania Great Migration Group Safari, as you can still craft a plan depending on the number of days you would love to explore in Africa by combining either Kilimanjaro or Meru climbing, cultural, historical, or Zanzibar tours, if not lengthening the safari experience but in a private way.