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The journey
Experience the legendary Great Migration on a private 6-day safari from Arusha to Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Travel with an experienced Valour Africa guide on immersive game drives timed to real-time wildlife movements, boosting your chances of seeing vast wildebeest and zebra herds, big cats, and dramatic predator action. Follow seasonal highlights: Mara River crossings (July-October), Ndutu calving (December-March), or central and western corridors (April-June). Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for close-up sightings of elephants, giraffes, hippos, flamingos, and the elusive black rhino.
At a glance
Day by day
After breakfast, depart Arusha with your Valour Africa safari guide and drive through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards Serengeti National Park. Enter the park in the afternoon and begin your first exciting game drive while searching for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, leopards, and other wildlife.
Dinner and overnight at a safari lodge or tented camp.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Spend the entire day exploring the Serengeti following the movements of the Great Migration. Your experienced guide will track wildlife using daily migration updates to maximize your chances of witnessing massive herds of wildebeest, zebras, predators, and dramatic wildlife encounters.
Picnic lunch served inside the park.
Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today's safari focuses on the migration's seasonal location.
July–October: Explore Northern Serengeti for the famous Mara River crossings.
December–March: Visit Southern Serengeti (Ndutu region) during the calving season.
April–June: Follow the migration through Central and Western Serengeti.
Enjoy extensive game drives with opportunities to photograph Africa's incredible wildlife.
Dinner and overnight in Serengeti.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy a morning game drive before departing Serengeti in the afternoon. Continue wildlife viewing en route as you travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Dinner and overnight at a lodge on the crater rim or in Karatu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. Home to nearly every major East African wildlife species, the crater offers excellent opportunities to spot black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, and thousands of flamingos.
Following a picnic lunch, return to your lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive back to Arusha. Depending on your departure schedule, you may stop at local craft markets or cultural centers before being transferred to your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
The route
The fine print
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking safari guide
All national park entrance fees
Ngorongoro Crater service fee
5 nights accommodation
Meals as specified
Bottled drinking water during safari
Government taxes
Airport or hotel transfers in Arusha
International and domestic flights
Tanzania visa
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Personal expenses
Optional activities
maasai boma if you wish to learn their cultures
What to Bring
To make the most of your Great Migration safari with Valour Africa, we recommend packing the following essentials:
Clothing
Lightweight, neutral-colored clothing (khaki, green, brown, or beige)
Long-sleeved shirts and lightweight trousers for sun and insect protection
Warm fleece or light jacket for early morning and evening game drives
Waterproof jacket during the rainy season
Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers
Hat or cap for sun protection
Swimsuit (if your lodge has a swimming pool)
Personal Essentials
Valid passport and travel documents
Travel insurance details
Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher)
Sunglasses with UV protection
Insect repellent
Lip balm
Personal medications
Basic first aid items if required
Hand sanitizer and wet wipes
Electronics
Camera with extra memory cards
Spare camera batteries or charger
Binoculars for wildlife viewing
Mobile phone
Power bank
Universal travel adapter (Tanzania uses 230V, Type D and G plugs)
Accessories
Small daypack for daily essentials
Reusable water bottle
Notebook or travel journal
Flashlight or headlamp
Lightweight scarf or buff for dusty roads
Optional Items
Bird identification guide
Zoom lens for wildlife photography
Snacks for long game drives
Cash (USD or Tanzanian Shillings) for tips, souvenirs, and personal purchases
Luggage
We recommend using a soft-sided duffel bag or soft suitcase, as it fits more easily in safari vehicles. Keep your luggage lightweight and pack only what you need for a comfortable journey.
Your Valour Africa guide will provide bottled drinking water throughout the safari, allowing you to focus on enjoying Tanzania's incredible wildlife and landscapes.
This is a private safari, meaning you will travel exclusively with your own guide and vehicle for a personalized experience.
The Great Wildebeest Migration is a natural wildlife event, and the exact location of the herds changes throughout the year. Valour Africa plans each itinerary based on the latest migration movements to maximize wildlife viewing opportunities.
Daily game drives may start early in the morning to take advantage of the best wildlife activity.
Tanzania's national parks can experience varying weather conditions. We recommend bringing lightweight clothing for daytime, a warm jacket for early mornings and evenings, and a waterproof jacket during the rainy season.
Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, insect repellent, binoculars, and a camera with extra batteries are highly recommended.
Park regulations require visitors to remain inside the safari vehicle except in designated areas.
Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed, as animals roam freely in their natural habitat, but our experienced Valour Africa guides use their extensive local knowledge to provide the best possible game-viewing experience.
Drinking water is provided throughout the safari. Please stay hydrated, especially during warmer months.
Tanzania uses Type D and Type G electrical plugs with a 230V power supply. Carry a universal travel adapter if needed.
Travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellation, and personal belongings is strongly recommended.
A valid passport and, where applicable, a Tanzania visa are required for entry into the country.
We recommend arriving in Arusha at least one day before your safari to rest and attend your pre-safari briefing with Valour Africa.
Airport transfers and additional accommodation before or after the safari can be arranged upon request.
Logistics
Your 6 days run from ARUSHA/KILIMANJARO AIRPORT OR HOTEL IN ARUSHA /MOSHI to ARUSHA/KILIMANJARO AIRPORT OR HOTEL IN ARUSHA /MOSHI.
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