Serengeti – Ndutu or Northern Corridor
6 Days | Focused on the Wildebeest Migration
Overview
The Great Migration is Earth’s greatest wildlife spectacle. Over 1.5 million wildebeest, accompanied by zebras and gazelles, circle the Serengeti in search of fresh grass. This itinerary places you in the heart of the action, with timing based on the season.
Two full nights in Serengeti ensure maximum time with the herds.
Itinerary Details
Day 1: Arrival – Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer to Arusha for your briefing and overnight.
- Accommodation:Arusha Coffee Lodge
- Meals:Dinner
Day 2: Fly to Serengeti
Morning flight from Arusha to the Serengeti airstrip closest to the migration’s current location.
Afternoon Game Drive: Your guide will take you straight to the herds. The sheer number of animals is overwhelming—wildebeest as far as the eye can see.
- Accommodation:Serengeti Safari Camp (mobile camp)
- Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Full Day with the Migration
Two Full Nights in Serengeti – Day 1
Morning Game Drive: Depart at dawn. Watch the herds begin their daily movement. Predators are most active now—lions, cheetahs, and hyenas patrol the edges.
Afternoon: Continue tracking the herds. Your camp moves with the migration, so you’re always in the right place.
Optional Add-On: Hot Air Balloon Safari ($500/person) – See the migration from above. The scale is breathtaking.
- Accommodation:Serengeti Safari Camp (mobile camp)
- Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Full Day with the Migration
Two Full Nights in Serengeti – Day 2
Another full day with the herds. Depending on the season:
Calving Season (Dec-Mar): Watch newborns take their first wobbly steps. Predators stalk the edges—dramatic encounters unfold.
River Crossing Season (Jul-Oct): Position yourself at crossing points. Crocodiles wait in the rivers. The courage of wildebeest leaping into crocodile-infested waters is unforgettable.
- Accommodation:Serengeti Safari Camp (mobile camp)
- Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Morning game drive in Serengeti, then transfer to Ngorongoro Highlands (approx. 3 hours).
Afternoon: Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a late afternoon game drive. The crater offers a different experience—dense wildlife in a stunning setting.
- Accommodation:Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
- Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Ngorongoro to Arusha – Departure
Morning game drive in the crater, then transfer to Arusha for your departure flight.
- Meals:Breakfast
Price per person
From $5200
Quick Facts
Detail | Information |
Duration | 6 Days / 5 Nights |
Destinations | Serengeti (4 nights), Ngorongoro Crater (1 night) |
Group Size | Private (your party only) |
Accommodation | Mobile camps that move with the migration |
Best Time | December-July (calving & movement) or July-October (river crossings) |
Price | From $5200 per person |