The Great Migration Wilderness Escape

Q: What type of accommodation is included?

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.

Q: How long are the game drives each day?

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.

Transportation
Private Transportation & Expert Guide
Group Size
Minimum 2 people
Accomodation
Mid range and Luxury hotels and lodges
Fitness level
Easy
Arrival on
Arusha
Departure from
Arusha
Best season
June to October & December to March
Guiding method
Guided game drive
Tour type
Private midrange wildlife safari
Language
English, Spanish , France
Meals
All listed meals
Minimum Age
2
Maximum Age
90

Overview

Itinerary

Inclusions

FAQs

Overview

Itinerary

Inclusions

FAQs

Tour Summary

Discover Tanzania’s Iconic Wildlife on This 9-Day Northern Circuit Safari
Travel in a private 4×4 safari Jeep with a pop-up roof, guided by an expert driver. Explore the best of northern Tanzania, including 4 unforgettable nights in the Serengeti, home to the Great Migration and endless wildlife two nights at the central serengeti and two nights at the nights at the norhern serengeti to Witness the dramatic beauty and dense animal population of the Ngorongoro Crater, and enjoy up-close elephant encounters in Tarangire, known for its ancient baobabs and herds of giants. A perfectly balanced 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

Day 01 :

Pick up from the airport

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. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Arusha, where you can relax after your journey. 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 safari begins tomorrow

Accommodation

✓  Name: Tulia lodge
✓  Type: Hotel
✓  Level: Mid-range

Day 02 :

Arusha to Tarangire

We will pick you up from your hotel at 7:30am and after being familiar to the guide, chef we will drive to Tarangire national park (2hr drive) famous for its diverse landscape. The park is particularly known for the abundance of Ancient Baobab trees & having the largest concentration of elephants in the whole country and provides unique chances to observe the interaction between elephant families. We will do a game drive through the park depending on where they are reported sightings of animals (mostly predators, lions, cheetah & leopards as they are harder to spot) as herbivores (giraffes, wildebeest, zebras etc. are plenty to see through the park. Later on will go to the Tarangire river picnic site and enjoy the beautiful view of the river & animals while having lunch, small monkeys & baboons will try to scare you of your lunch but there is nothing to worry about After lunch will proceed with the game drive and will later head to our accommodation for dinner & sleep.

Accommodation

✓  Name: Suricata boma lodge
✓  Type: Lodge
✓  Level: Mid-range

Day 03 :

Tarangire to Serengeti

After breakfast, you will do an early game drive in Tarangire as you exit and proceed to Serengeti which takes 6 hours (including all stops) as it transits through the Ngorongoro conservation area. Will briefly stop at the gate and viewpoint to look at the breathtaking view of the crater for, a maximum of 20 minutes. Also, you will visit Maasai village, it's optional to visit and it will take 20-45 minutes. Entrance is 10usd. This is an optional visit not included in the price

Serengeti National Park
Arrive in the late afternoon and do a game drive in Seronera (center of Serengeti) to late evening and experience the sunset in Serengeti while having a close view of wild animals lucky enough to see a predator hunting or on a kill, later heading to Mbalageti safari lodge in the west of Serengeti.

Accommodation

✓  Name: Moyo tented lodge
✓  Type: Tented Camp
✓  Level: Luxury

Day 04 :

Serengeti national park

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

Day 05 :

Serengeti national park

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

Day 06 :

Serengeti national park

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

Day 07 :

Serengeti national park

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

Day 08 :

Ngorongoro crater

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

Day 09 :

Kilimanjaro excursion

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.

Frequently Asked Questions – Private Midrange Wildlife Safari

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What is a private 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.

What type of accommodation is included?

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.

How long are the game drives each day?

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.

Will we see the Big Five?

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!

What should I pack for the safari?

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

Is it safe to go on safari in Tanzania?

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.

Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?

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.

What’s the best time to go on safari?

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.