This six-day private safari is designed to position you in the heart of the Great Migration during the dramatic Mara River crossing season
Combining the predator-rich plains of Central Serengeti, the world-famous river crossing points of Northern Serengeti, and the wildlife-dense Ngorongoro Crater, this journey delivers powerful Big Five encounters and front-row access to one of nature’s greatest spectacles
Travel in a private 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional Deeper Serengeti Safaris guide who understands migration movement patterns, river crossing behavior, and optimal viewing strategies
Airport meet and greet
Private transfer to hotel
Safari briefing
Leisure and relaxation
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your Deeper Serengeti Safaris representative
After assistance with luggage and a short safari briefing, you will be transferred to your hotel in Arusha for relaxation after your international journey
The evening is at leisure to enjoy the peaceful garden setting and prepare for the adventure ahead
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Not included
Scenic transfer via Ngorongoro
En route wildlife viewing
Afternoon game drive
Big Five tracking
Sunset savannah photography
After early breakfast, depart Arusha and journey west through the Ngorongoro highlands toward the legendary Serengeti National Park
The drive offers scenic views of the Great Rift Valley and wildlife sightings as you approach the Serengeti plains
Arrive in Central Serengeti (Seronera region) in time for a picnic lunch followed by your first extended game drive
Central Serengeti is known for
• High predator concentration
• Resident lion prides
• Leopards in riverine forest
• Cheetahs on open plains
• Elephants and buffalo year-round
As the sun sets over golden savannah, transfer to camp
Main Destination: Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Tukaone Serengeti Camp
Meals: All meals included
Drinks: Soft Drinks
Scenic transfer north
Migration herd tracking
Mara River exploration
Predator observation
Sunset game drive
After breakfast, begin your journey north toward the Kogatende region, home of the Mara River crossings
The drive itself is a continuous game drive as landscapes gradually shift from open plains to rolling hills and woodland
During migration season (July to October), thousands of wildebeest and zebra gather along the Mara River, hesitating before dramatic crossings
Afternoon game drive focuses on
• Identifying active crossing points
• Tracking lion prides shadowing herds
• Observing crocodiles along riverbanks
• Monitoring herd movement patterns
Patience and positioning are key to witnessing a crossing event
Main Destination: Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Sero Tented Camp
Meals: All meals included
Drinks: Soft drinks
Full-day Mara River monitoring
River crossing positioning
Big cat tracking
Bush picnic lunch
Wildlife photography
This day is dedicated entirely to the Mara River ecosystem
River crossings are unpredictable and can occur at any time of the day
Thousands of wildebeest may gather at the riverbank before one animal triggers the crossing, resulting in explosive movement, splashing water, and dramatic predator interaction
In addition to migration action, Northern Serengeti offers
• Large resident lion prides
• Cheetahs scanning plains
• Leopards in acacia woodland
• Elephant herds moving between river corridors
A picnic lunch is served at a scenic location allowing you to remain close to active herds
Main Destination: Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Sero Tented Camp
Meals: All meals included
Drinks: Soft drinks
• Morning game drive.
• Scenic transfer through Serengeti.
• Wildlife viewing en route.
• Highland landscape exploration.
• Leisure time at lodge
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive before beginning your scenic transfer south through Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro highlands.
Descend toward the Great Rift Valley escarpment and arrive in the vibrant town of Mto wa Mbu by late afternoon.
This region is known for its lush greenery, banana plantations, and cultural diversity.
Accommodation: Furaha Luxury Lodge
Meals: All meals included
Drinks: Soft Drinks
• Scenic transfer to Tarangire.
• Full-day game drive.
• Elephant observation.
• Baobab landscape photography.
• Picnic lunch inside the park.
• Return transfer to Arusha.
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its towering baobab trees and some of Tanzania’s largest elephant herds.
The Tarangire River attracts wildlife throughout the year, especially during the dry season.
After a full game drive with picnic lunch, return to Arusha in the late afternoon for airport drop-off or overnight on request.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Drinks: Soft Drinks
