Trip info
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Private Transportation & Expert Guide
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Minimum 2 people
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Mid range and Luxury hotels and lodges
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Easy
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Arusha
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Arusha
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June to October & December to March
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Guided game drive
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Private midrange wildlife safari
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English, Spanish , France
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All listed meals
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2
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90
Tour Summary
Migration Wilderness: 9-Day Northern Tanzania Safari Adventure
Discover Tanzania’s Iconic Wildlife on This 9-Day Northern Circuit Safari Migration Wilderness. Travel in a private 4×4 safari Jeep with a pop-up roof, guided by an expert driver on your Migration Wilderness adventure. Explore the best of northern Tanzania, including 4 unforgettable nights in the Serengeti, home to the Great Migration and endless wildlife—this is the heart of Migration Wilderness. Spend two nights in the Central Serengeti and two nights in the Northern Serengeti to witness the dramatic beauty and dense animal population. Continue your Migration Wilderness journey at the Ngorongoro Crater, where breathtaking wildlife encounters await, and enjoy up-close elephant experiences in Tarangire, known for its ancient baobabs and herds of giants. A perfectly balanced Migration Wilderness adventure packed with breathtaking landscapes and thrilling game drives.
Why you will love this trip?
- Personalized Experience
- Comfort with Value
- Dedicated Driver-Guide
- Meals and Amenities
- Enjoy a great full day tour to Materuni waterfalls
- A predator safari
- Better Wildlife Viewing
- Cultural Add-ons
Safari Itenary
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), a friendly staff member from Serengeti Landmark Tours will be there to welcome you for your Migration Wilderness journey. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Arusha, where you can relax after your journey and prepare for the Migration Wilderness experience ahead.
In the evening, you will have a safari briefing, where our team will go over your itinerary, answer any questions, and ensure you are well-prepared for your adventure. Get a good night’s rest—your unforgettable Migration Wilderness safari begins tomorrow.
Accommodation
✓ Name: Tulia lodge
✓ Type: Hotel
✓ Level: Mid-range
We will pick you up from your hotel at 7:30am, and after meeting your guide and chef, we will begin your Migration Wilderness journey with a drive to Tarangire National Park (approximately 2 hours). This park is famous for its diverse landscapes and is a key highlight of the Migration Wilderness experience in northern Tanzania.
Tarangire is particularly known for its abundance of ancient baobab trees and having the largest concentration of elephants in the country, offering unique opportunities to observe the interaction between elephant families. During your game drive, you will explore different areas of the park depending on recent wildlife sightings, especially predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, which are harder to spot. Herbivores like giraffes, wildebeest, and zebras are commonly seen throughout the Migration Wilderness route.
Later, you will stop at the Tarangire River picnic site and enjoy a beautiful view of the river and wildlife while having lunch. Small monkeys and baboons may try to approach your food, but there is no need to worry. After lunch, you will continue your game drive through this incredible part of the Migration Wilderness before heading to your accommodation for dinner and overnight rest.
Accommodation
✓ Name: Suricata boma lodge
✓ Type: Lodge
✓ Level: Mid-range
After breakfast, you will enjoy an early game drive in Tarangire as you exit and continue your Migration Wilderness journey to Serengeti, which takes approximately 6 hours (including all stops) while transiting through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you will briefly stop at the gate and viewpoint to admire the breathtaking scenery of the crater for a maximum of 20 minutes, a classic highlight of the Migration Wilderness experience.
You also have the option to visit a Maasai village (not included in the price), which takes about 20–45 minutes. The entrance fee is 10 USD. This cultural visit is optional and offers a deeper connection to the people living within the Migration Wilderness region.
Serengeti National Park
You will arrive in the late afternoon and enjoy a game drive in Seronera (central Serengeti), the heart of the Migration Wilderness. Continue exploring until sunset, experiencing golden-hour views over the plains while observing wild animals up close. If lucky, you may witness predators such as lions or cheetahs on a hunt or making a kill. Later, you will head to Mbalageti Safari Lodge in the western Serengeti for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation
✓ Name: Moyo tented lodge
✓ Type: Tented Camp
✓ Level: Luxury
On this day will do a game drive in west Serengeti in the morning and proceed to south Serengeti depending on wildlife movements, so after an early breakfast will go on an early game drive, we will later have lunch and continue the game drive to the evening then return to the lodge Serengeti safari lodge in central Serengeti for dinner & overnight stay.
Accommodation
✓ Name: Moyo tented lodge
✓ Type: Tented Camp
✓ Level: Mid-range
In this day will go to the wider parts of the Serengeti north west depending on wildlife movements, so after an early breakfast will go on an early game drive with picnic lunch, game drive will focus on Mara Serengeti hopefully seeing the herds of the migration crossing and continue the game drive to evening then return to the heritage Mara camps for dinner & overnight stay, Also animals can be spotted on camp.
Accommodation
✓ Name: Heritage Mara
✓ Type: Tented Camp
✓ Level: Mid-range
In this day will also visit Mara exploring the west of Mara, seeing the formations of wildebeests gathering as they prepare to cross Mara river hopefully seeing the migration crossings so after an early breakfast will go on an early game drive, we will later have lunch and continue the game drive to evening then return to the heritage mara camp.
Accommodation
✓ Name: Heritage Mara
✓ Type: Tented Camp
✓ Level: Mid-range
Seronera, Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast will go on an early game drive south of Serengeti toward Seronera & eventually will exit the Serengeti in the late afternoon heading to Serena Ngorongoro lodge with crater view (2hrs drive) near rim of Ngorongoro crater.
Accommodation
✓ Name: Ngorongoro Serena safari lodge
✓ Type: Lodge
✓ Level: Luxury
After an early breakfast will descend the crater (6:15 am) on a journey to find the black rhino, rhinos are the hardest to spot in the beautiful crater as most animals will be easier to spot from this park due to it being a floor crater
After lunch will do game drive and ascend the crater to camp and pack for the trip to Tulia spa & boutique hotel in arusha.
Accommodation
✓ Name: Tulia boutique & spa
✓ Type: Hotel
✓ Level: Mid-range
After breakfast will go to the Materuni waterfalls, where you will do a short hike for two hours witnessing great vegetations, surreal views & waterfalls then proceed to learn on the coffee processing in a small local organic farm having local lunch at the farm before driving to the airport.
Included & Excluded
Inclusions – What’s Included
- Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal wildlife viewing
- Professional English-speaking Driver-Guide
- Accommodation in Midrange Lodges or Tented Camps (based on itinerary – double/twin sharing)
- Meals as per itinerary (usually full board: breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- All National Park Entry Fees & Concession Fees
- Unlimited Bottled Drinking Water during game drives
- All Game Drives as per itinerary
- Local SIM Card with Data (upon request)
- Use of Binoculars
- Airport Transfers (pick-up & drop-off) can be done any day before & after the trip
- Soft drinks (beers & wine)
- Fly & bug spray (for use in parks)
Exclusions – What’s Not Included:
- International & Domestic Flights
- Visa Fees for Tanzania
- Personal Expenses (e.g. drinks at lodges, laundry, souvenirs)
- Tips/Gratuities for guide and lodge staff
- Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
- COVID-19 Testing or Health Requirements (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions – Private Midrange Wildlife Safari
A private safari means your tour is completely customized for you and your group only. You will have your own safari vehicle, driver-guide, and flexible daily schedule. No sharing with other travelers — ensuring a more intimate and personalized experience.
You’ll stay in carefully selected midrange lodges or tented camps, offering a balance of comfort and affordability. All accommodations have private en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and provide all meals as per your itinerary.
You can expect to spend 4–8 hours on game drives depending on your interests. As a private safari, your daily schedule is flexible — you decide how much time to spend in the parks each day.
Tanzania offers some of the best chances to see the Big Five — lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino — especially in Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. While sightings are never guaranteed, your guide will do their best to track them down for you!
We recommend bringing:
- Light, neutral-colored clothing (layers for warm days & cool mornings)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat
- Insect repellent
- Binoculars and a camera
- Travel documents, including passport and travel insurance
Yes, Tanzania is generally safe for tourists. Our professional driver-guides are trained in both safety and hospitality. All accommodations are secure, and we follow all national park safety protocols.
Absolutely! Just let us know your dietary requirements in advance (e.g. vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free), and we’ll make the necessary arrangements with the lodges.
The safari season in Tanzania is excellent year-round. However, the dry season (June to October) is best for game viewing, while December to March is ideal for calving season in the Serengeti. The Great Migration can be witnessed at different times depending on your travel month.
