5 Days Serengeti Migration Budget Safari

Tarangire • Central Serengeti • Northern Serengeti • Ngorongoro Crater

Starting

$1,700

per Person

Overview

Best Time To Travel

June – October

Experience the excitement of the Great Migration without stretching your budget on this incredible 5-day safari. Designed for travelers seeking maximum wildlife viewing and exceptional value, this adventure takes you into the heart of the Serengeti ecosystem during migration season. Follow vast herds of wildebeests and zebras across the plains, search for Africa’s iconic predators, and conclude your journey with a visit to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Combining authentic safari camps, experienced guides, and world-class wildlife destinations, this itinerary delivers an unforgettable migration experience at an affordable price.

Day to Day

Itinerary

DAY 1

Arusha – Central Serengeti

Depart Arusha early in the morning and travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards Serengeti National Park. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of the highlands and wildlife-rich landscapes.

Arrive in Central Serengeti during the afternoon and begin your first game drive through the famous Seronera region. This area supports abundant resident wildlife year-round and is one of the best places to encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and numerous antelope species.

Accomodation:

Tukaone Budget Camp

DAY 2

Central Serengeti Safari

Spend the day exploring the wildlife-rich plains of Central Serengeti. Your guide will search for predators, elephant herds, and migration activity while navigating through different habitats across the ecosystem.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your game drive into the late afternoon.

Accomodation:

Tukaone Budget Camp

DAY 3

Central Serengeti – Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, continue northward following the migration route. Wildlife sightings accompany you throughout the journey as the landscapes gradually transition toward the Mara River region.

Arrive in Northern Serengeti and spend the afternoon exploring migration hotspots where large herds often gather during migration season.

Accomodation:

Heritage Mara Camp

DAY 4

Northern Serengeti Safari

Today is dedicated to searching for migration activity and river crossing opportunities. Spend the day following herd movements and exploring the stunning Mara River ecosystem.

In addition to migration herds, the area supports lions, leopards, hyenas, elephants, giraffes, and abundant birdlife.

Accomodation:

Heritage Mara Camp

DAY 5

Northern Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

After breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into this remarkable natural wonder and spend the morning exploring its wildlife-rich floor.

Search for lions, buffaloes, elephants, hippos, hyenas, wildebeests, zebras, and the endangered black rhinoceros before enjoying a picnic lunch.

Later, return to Arusha where your safari concludes.

Accomodation:

NO Accomodation
  • Park fees
  • All activities
  • All accommodation
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals
  • Drinks
  • International flights
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips
  • Personal items
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

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