8-Day Wildebeest Migration Safari – North Serengeti Experience
Witness Africa’s greatest wildlife spectacle: the Serengeti Wildebeest Migration. This incredible 8-day safari adventure takes you deep into Northern Tanzania, where you’ll experience the iconic Great Migration, explore Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the Ngorongoro Crater, and both Southern and Central Serengeti.
Key Safari Highlights:
Peak Wildebeest Calving Season (Jan–March)
Big 5 sightings in Ngorongoro Crater
Off-road game drives in Ndutu Plains
Hot air Serengeti Balloon Safari
Expert private guide & luxury lodges
Internal flight from Serengeti to Arusha
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Start of Your Wildebeest Migration Safari
🛬 Airport: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
🏨 Lodge: Kili Villa Retreat, Arusha
Image alt: “Scenic view of Kili Villa Retreat in Arusha at sunset”
Your safari begins with a warm VIP welcome at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Our team will handle your Tanzania visa and transfer you to the charming Kili Villa Retreat, nestled on a coffee plantation with stunning Mount Meru views.
Enjoy your first evening relaxing poolside or by the fireplace – the perfect start to your Serengeti migration safari.
Day 2: Tarangire National Park – Elephants & Baobab Wonderland
Park: Tarangire National Park
🏨 Lodge: Tarangire Eco Science Lodge
Image alt: “Elephants near baobab trees in Tarangire during safari”
After breakfast, head to Tarangire National Park, home to massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Spot diverse wildlife along the Tarangire River and enjoy a picnic lunch before continuing your game drive.
🔗 Learn more about Tarangire National Park
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park – Tree-Climbing Lions & Birdlife
Park: Lake Manyara National Park
🏨 Lodge: Lions Paw Camp, Ngorongoro
Image alt: “Tree-climbing lion in Lake Manyara with birds in the background”
Explore Lake Manyara, famous for its tree-climbing lions and huge flocks of flamingos. Enjoy a full-day game drive with picnic lunch under acacia trees. Look out for elephants, giraffes, and over 300 bird species in this lush habitat.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Africa’s Garden of Eden
Site: Ngorongoro Crater
🏨 Lodge: Lions Paw Camp
Image alt: “Panoramic view of Ngorongoro Crater with zebras”
Descend 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spot the endangered black rhino, lions, flamingos, hippos, and the rest of the Big Five. Picnic in the crater before heading back to camp.
🔗 Explore Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Day 5: Ndutu Plains – Wildebeest Migration Calving Season
Region: Ndutu – Southern Serengeti
🏨 Lodge: Lake Masek Tented Camp
Image alt: “Wildebeest and calves on Ndutu plains”
Drive to Ndutu, the heart of the wildebeest calving season. Between January and March, over 400,000 calves are born here. Expect thrilling predator action from lions, cheetahs, and striped hyenas during this dramatic season of survival.
Day 6: Southern Serengeti Safari – Predators & Sundowners
Region: Ndutu & Southern Serengeti
🏨 Lodge: Lake Masek Tented Camp
Image alt: “Safari vehicle in Serengeti with lion and sunset”
Enjoy a flexible day of game drives tailored by your guide. Track predators or observe herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelles across the golden plains. Wrap up your day with a classic Serengeti sundowner and farewell bush dinner.
Day 7: Central Serengeti – Big Cats & Classic Safari Scenery
Region: Central Serengeti
🏨 Lodge: Kubu Kubu Tented Camp
Image alt: “Cheetah on rock in Central Serengeti plains”
The Central Serengeti offers unbeatable chances to spot lions, leopards, and cheetahs in action. Enjoy an extended full-day game drive through the Seronera Valley, the heart of the Great Wildebeest Migration corridor.
🔗 Serengeti National Park – Official Site
Day 8: Fly Serengeti to Arusha – Farewell Lunch – Departure
🛫 Flight: Seronera to Arusha Airport
🍴 Lunch: Butter & Scotch, Arusha
Image alt: “Farewell lunch at Butter & Scotch Arusha with local dishes”
Begin with a final sunrise game drive before flying from Seronera Airstrip to Arusha Airport. Enjoy a farewell lunch at Butter & Scotch with a fusion of African and English cuisines, then transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for departure.
✅ Safari – Inclusions
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Expert English-speaking safari guide
Full-board lodge/tented camp accommodation
All national park entry fees
Domestic flight from Serengeti to Arusha
All airport transfers
Daily game drives & wildlife sightings
Serengeti hot air balloon safari
Bottled water & wildlife guidebook
❌ Exclusions
Tanzania Visa (USD $50; USA/Canada $100)
Tips & gratuities
Laundry, drinks, and personal expenses
Optional balloon safari (USD $500/person)
Travel insurance
