5 Days – Fly-In Migration Crossing Safari From Arusha
Overview
Experience one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles on this 5-day fly-in safari from Arusha to Northern Serengeti, home to the famous Great Wildebeest Migration River Crossings. Designed for travelers seeking maximum wildlife viewing with minimal travel time, this luxury safari offers exceptional opportunities to witness thousands of wildebeests and zebras crossing the crocodile-filled Mara River while predators wait nearby.
Fly directly into the heart of the Serengeti and enjoy expertly guided game drives in one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Stay in a luxury tented camp close to the migration route and experience unforgettable encounters with lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and countless other species in their natural habitat.
Tour Plan
Day 1: Fly from Arusha to Northern Serengeti
Spend the morning flying from Arusha to Northern Serengeti, where your safari guide will welcome you upon arrival. Begin your adventure immediately with an exciting game drive as you explore the migration area before heading to your luxury tented camp for dinner and overnight.
Destination
Northern Serengeti National Park (Kogatende)
Activities
- Morning scheduled flight from Arusha.
- Meet and greet by your safari guide.
- Afternoon game drive.
- Wildlife photography.
- Sunset viewing.
Attractions
- Great Wildebeest Migration.
- Mara River.
- Zebras.
- Giraffes.
- Elephants.
- Lions.
- Stunning Serengeti landscapes.
Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp
Day 2: Full Day Mara River Migration Safari
Today is dedicated to exploring the famous Mara River crossing points, where thousands of wildebeests gather before making their dramatic river crossings. Spend the day following the migration while searching for predators and capturing unforgettable wildlife photography.
Destination
Mara River – Northern Serengeti
Activities
- Early morning game drive.
- Full-day migration safari.
- Picnic lunch in the park.
- Wildlife photography.
- Evening game drive.
Attractions
- Mara River crossings.
- Wildebeest migration.
- Nile crocodiles.
- Lions.
- Leopards.
- Cheetahs.
- Hippos.
- Scenic river landscapes.
Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp
Day 3: Full Day Northern Serengeti Exploration
Enjoy another full day exploring different sections of Northern Serengeti as your guide tracks the migration herds. Depending on wildlife movements, you may witness dramatic predator-prey interactions and large concentrations of animals across the open plains.
Destination
Northern Serengeti
Activities
- Sunrise game drive.
- Full-day wildlife safari.
- Bush picnic lunch.
- Bird watching.
- Sunset photography.
Attractions
- Wildebeests.
- Zebras.
- Topi.
- Eland.
- Lions.
- Leopards.
- Hyenas.
- African fish eagles.
Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp
Day 4: Northern Serengeti Wildlife Safari
Spend your final full safari day exploring hidden valleys, rolling hills, and riverbanks in search of more incredible wildlife encounters. Your guide will take you to the best locations based on the latest migration movements to maximize your chances of witnessing river crossings.
Destination
Northern Serengeti National Park
Activities
- Morning game drive.
- Visit active migration crossing points.
- Wildlife photography.
- Picnic lunch.
- Afternoon game drive.
Attractions
- Mara River.
- River crossings.
- Crocodiles.
- Elephant herds.
- Buffaloes.
- Lions.
- Cheetahs.
- Beautiful Serengeti sunsets.
Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp
Day 5: Morning Game Drive – Flight Back to Arusha
Enjoy one last morning game drive before transferring to Kogatende Airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Arusha. Reflect on the unforgettable experiences of witnessing one of nature’s greatest migrations as your safari comes to an end.
Destination
Northern Serengeti – Arusha
Activities
- Early morning game drive.
- Breakfast at camp.
- Transfer to Kogatende Airstrip.
- Scheduled flight to Arusha.
- End of safari.
Attractions
- Morning wildlife activity.
- Serengeti plains.
- Final migration sightings.
- Scenic aerial views over the Serengeti.
- Included
- All meals on the safari
- All game viewing activities specified
- All Park entrance fees & taxes
- Private 4×4 wheel Safari Vehicle
- Professional English speaking safari and tour guide / driver
- Drinking Water
- Transportation
- excluded
- Entry Visas
- International
- Flights
- Laundry
- Optional Activities
- Tips and Gratuities
- Possible Concession fees
- Alcoholic Drink