10 Day Great Migration Safari
Follow Earth's Greatest Wildlife Spectacle from End to End
About This Safari
The Great Migration is the largest overland animal movement on Earth - 1.5 million wildebeest, 200,000 zebra, and 350,000 gazelle circling endlessly through the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem in search of fresh grazing. No documentary captures the scale, the sound, and the raw power of witnessing it live.
This 10-day itinerary is built around the migration calendar. Depending on your travel dates, we position you to witness either the dramatic river crossings at the Mara River in the north (July-October), the calving season on the southern plains (January-March), or the great northward push across the central Serengeti plains (April-June). We track the herds in real time using live field reports and adjust the itinerary accordingly.
Beyond the migration, this extended itinerary covers the full northern circuit - Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Central Serengeti, and the remote northern Serengeti near the Kenyan border. It is the complete Tanzania experience.
Trip Highlights
Quick Facts
Detailed Itinerary
Every day has been carefully planned for optimal acclimatization, scenery, and experience.
The Experience
Arrive in Arusha and transfer to your hotel. Evening briefing with your guide covering the current migration position, the route ahead, and what to expect. Your guide will share live field reports from the Serengeti to give you the most up-to-date picture of where the herds are located.
Key Highlights
Trip Logistics
Altitude
1,380m
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- All park & conservation area fees
- Expert TANAPA-certified senior naturalist guide
- 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- 9 nights luxury lodge / tented camp accommodation
- All meals as per itinerary
- Airport transfers (Arusha)
- Live migration tracking & daily briefings
- Ngorongoro Crater fees
- Bottled water in vehicle
- Government taxes & VAT
Not Included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa ($50)
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips for guide & camp staff
- Balloon safari ($500/person, optional)
- Charter flight upgrades
- Personal items & souvenirs
Prices & Booking
All prices are per person. Larger groups enjoy better rates.
* All prices per person. Luxury tented camps & all meals included. Balloon safari optional.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Mara River crossings occur during the northern migration, typically July through October. This is the most dramatic phase. However, the calving season (January-March) in the southern Serengeti is equally spectacular and less crowded. We advise based on your travel dates.
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