5 Days Mara River Crossing Safari
Northern Serengeti • Central Serengeti • Ngorongoro Crater
Starting
$2,500
per Person
- 5 Days | 4 Nights
Overview
Witness one of the most dramatic wildlife spectacles on Earth as hundreds of thousands of wildebeests and zebras gather along the Mara River during the Great Migration. This 5-day safari is designed specifically to maximize your chances of experiencing the famous river crossings, where vast herds brave crocodile-infested waters in search of greener grazing grounds. Combined with exceptional predator sightings in the Serengeti and a visit to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, this safari offers a thrilling and unforgettable African wildlife adventure.
Day to Day
Itinerary
DAY 1
Arusha – Fly to Northern Serengeti
Your migration adventure begins with a morning flight from Arusha to Northern Serengeti, allowing you to maximize your time in the migration zone. Upon arrival at the airstrip, you’ll be met by your safari guide and immediately begin your first game drive.
The Northern Serengeti is one of the most spectacular wildlife regions in Africa during migration season. Vast herds of wildebeests and zebras gather near the Mara River while predators closely follow their movements.
Enjoy an afternoon exploring the migration area before arriving at camp for dinner and overnight.
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DAY 2
Full Day Northern Serengeti Safari
Today is dedicated entirely to tracking the Great Migration. Depart early and spend the day following herd movements across the northern plains.
Your guide will position the vehicle near active crossing points whenever possible, maximizing your chances of witnessing one of nature’s greatest spectacles. Massive crocodiles wait beneath the surface while wildebeests gather courage before making their dramatic crossing.
Even when crossings are not occurring, the region offers exceptional game viewing with lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and hyenas regularly encountered.
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DAY 3
Northern Serengeti – Central Serengeti
After breakfast, continue game viewing as you travel south through the Serengeti ecosystem toward Central Serengeti. This journey offers excellent opportunities to encounter wildlife while exploring different habitats within the park.
The Seronera region is renowned for its year-round wildlife concentrations and is widely regarded as one of the best places in Africa to spot big cats. Large lion prides, resident leopards, and cheetahs are frequently observed throughout the area.
Arrive at camp in time for dinner and relaxation.
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DAY 4
Central Serengeti Safari
Spend the day exploring the wildlife-rich plains and river systems of Central Serengeti. The region supports abundant resident wildlife and offers outstanding predator sightings throughout the year.
Search for lions resting beneath acacia trees, leopards hidden in riverine forests, cheetahs scanning the plains, and large herds of grazing animals moving across the savannah. Your guide will tailor the day according to wildlife movements and recent sightings.
As the sun sets, enjoy your final evening in the Serengeti.
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Serengeti Heritage Camp
DAY 5
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After an early breakfast, depart Serengeti and travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for a final safari in one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife habitats.
Explore the crater floor while searching for lions, buffaloes, elephants, hippos, hyenas, wildebeests, zebras, and the rare black rhinoceros. The crater’s unique ecosystem provides some of the highest wildlife densities on the continent.
Following a picnic lunch, ascend the crater and return to Arusha where your safari concludes.
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