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5-Day Serengeti Migration Trail and Mara River Adventure is a 5 Days tour in Tanzania via the Arusha, Tarangire, Karatu, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro route, starting from USD 3000. See the latest itinerary, inclusions, exclusions, and secure booking options below.

Duration
5 Days

Route
Arusha, Tarangire, Karatu, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro

From
USD 3000

Operator
Kitano Tours & Safaris

About 5-Day Serengeti Migration Trail and Mara River Adventure

A 6-day Great Migration River Crossing safari is a spectacular way to witness one of nature's most breathtaking events as massive herds of wildebeests, zebras, and other animals make their perilous journey across the Mara River. Here's a suggested itinerary for this experience:.

Duration: 5 Days
Route: Arusha, Tarangire, Karatu, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro
From: USD 3000

Overview

Itinerary

Included & not included

Highlights for 5-Day Serengeti Migration Trail and Mara River Adventure

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Day 2: Karatu to Northern Serengeti National Park
Day 3: Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti National Park
Day 4: Central Serengeti National Park to Karatu
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Itinerary

Itinerary overview

Day	Title
Day 01	Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Day 02	Karatu to Northern Serengeti National Park
Day 03	Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti National Park
Day 04	Central Serengeti National Park to Karatu
Day 05	Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Day 01 Arusha to Tarangire National Park

You'll begin your safari by driving from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. You'll enjoy a game drive in the park, spotting diverse wildlife, before heading to Eileen's Inn in Karatu for your overnight stay.

Time: 8-10 hours
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Eileen's Trees Inn > Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

Day 02 Karatu to Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Sero Tented Camp, Northern Serengeti.
You'll depart early from Karatu and take a scenic drive to Kogatende, the heart of the great migration in the Northern Serengeti. Upon arrival, you'll enjoy an afternoon game drive along the Mara River, where you might witness the thrilling river crossings as the herd brave crocodile-infested waters.

Time: 8-10 hours
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Sero Tented Camps > Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

Day 03 Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti National Park

You'll spend a full day exploring the Serengeti. You'll enjoy morning and afternoon game drives centered around the Great Migration in central Serengeti, where you can observe herds, predators, and the dramatic river crossings. You will take in the pristine beauty of this wildlife-rich area.

Time: 8-10 hours
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Tukaone Weavers Camp > Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Day 04 Central Serengeti National Park to Karatu

You'll leave the Serengeti and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You'll descend into the Crater for an afternoon game drive. You'll explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to a remarkable density of wildlife, including black rhinos, elephants, and flamingos. Your overnight stay will be near the Crater rim.

Time: 8-10 hours
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Kankari Lodge > Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

Day 05 Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

You'll leave the Serengeti and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will descend into the Crater for an afternoon game drive. You'll explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to a remarkable density of wildlife, including black rhinos, elephants, and flamingos. Your overnight stay will be near the Crater rim.