9-DAY GRAND WILDEBEEST MIGRATION & SAFARI ADVENTURE
- Best Time: June to November
- High Season: July to September
Welcome to Tanzania!
Join GreyJoy Safari Adventures on this unforgettable 9-day safari, thoughtfully crafted to immerse you in the heart of the Serengeti wildebeest migration and rich local culture. Scheduled between June and October, this journey gives you front-row seats to one of nature’s most thrilling spectacles — the dramatic river crossings in Northern Serengeti. Watch as thousands of wildebeest brave crocodile-infested waters, while predators like lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and leopards are never far behind. It’s an adventure packed with breathtaking wildlife moments and authentic cultural experiences.
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won’t be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
Minimum age of 1 year
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Day 1: Welcome to Tanzania – Arrival in Arusha
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be greeted by your friendly GreyJoy Safari Adventures driver-guide and transferred to your lodge in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy optional activities such as visiting a local art gallery or exploring the vibrant Arusha Maasai Central Market, where you can shop for wood carvings, paintings, and even try your hand at making Maasai beaded bracelets. Settle in, relax, and get ready for the unforgettable journey ahead.
Main Destination: Arusha (City)
Accommodation: Mrimba Palm Hotel
Meals & Drinks: Lunch and dinner included (Breakfast not included)
Drinks: Not included
Day 2: Tarangire National Park – Land of Giants
After an early breakfast, your adventure kicks off with a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and towering baobab trees. The Tarangire River, the park’s lifeline during the dry season, draws in wildlife such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, and a wide variety of birdlife. After a thrilling day of game viewing, you’ll head to your lodge for a relaxing evening.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Heart and Soul Lodge
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinks: Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)
Day 3: Wildlife Encounters in Lake Manyara
After breakfast, head to Lake Manyara National Park for a half-day game drive. This compact park is packed with wildlife including elephants, zebras, giraffes, hippos, and the famous tree-climbing lions. Over 300 bird species also make it a birdwatcher’s paradise. Enjoy a picnic lunch within the park before heading to your lodge to unwind.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: Africa Safari Lake Manyara (Safari Comfort)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinks: Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)
Day 4: Journey to Lake Natron – Flamingo Paradise
Today you’ll travel north to the remote and mystical Lake Natron, known for its dramatic scenery and flamingo breeding grounds. After lunch, embark on a guided 2-hour hike to the stunning Ngaresero Waterfall, hidden in a lush canyon. In the evening, enjoy a peaceful walk along the lake’s shoreline, where you may see thousands of flamingos glowing pink against the volcanic backdrop as the sun sets.
Main Destination: Lake Natron
Accommodation: Africa Safari Lake Natron (Safari Comfort Bungalow)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinks: Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)
Day 5: Into the Wild – Northern Serengeti (Mara Region)
After breakfast, depart Lake Natron and head toward the iconic Northern Serengeti, known for its remote beauty and seasonal Great Migration river crossings. As you drive, watch the landscape change from dry volcanic terrain to rolling plains. Your game drive today focuses on the Wogatende area near the Mara River, where with a bit of luck, you may witness wildebeest bravely crossing crocodile-infested waters.
Main Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Kenzan Central Tented Camp
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinks: Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)
Day 6: Full Day Safari – Northern Serengeti Magic
Spend the entire day in the Northern Serengeti, with the option to do morning and afternoon game drives or a full-day exploration with a picnic lunch. This region is teeming with wildlife and predators, and the scenic rocky outcrops offer prime viewpoints for spotting lions, cheetahs, and elephants. At sunset, return to your comfortable tented camp for dinner under the stars.
Main Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Kenzan Migration Camp
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinks: Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)
Day 7: From North to Central Serengeti
This morning, you’ll journey from the northern to the central Serengeti, enjoying game viewing along the way. Central Serengeti is the beating heart of the park, known for its abundance of wildlife and dramatic predator-prey interactions. For those wanting to stretch their legs, there’s an optional 2-hour guided nature walk with an armed ranger—perfect for seeing the bush from a different angle.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Tukaone Weavers Camp
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinks: Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater – A Natural Wonderi
Early morning departure takes you to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five. You’ll descend 600 meters into the crater for a full-day game drive, with a picnic lunch near Lake Magadi, known for flamingos and hippos. The diverse landscape supports everything from wildebeest and buffalo to elusive black rhinos. In the evening, return to your lodge in Karatu.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast and lunch included (Dinner not included)
Drinks: Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included)
Day 9: Cultural Tour in Mto wa Mbu & Departure
Enjoy a slow morning before heading to Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant town where more than 120 different ethnic groups live. During your 2 to 3-hour guided cultural walking tour, you’ll meet local artisans, see banana plantations, and even taste traditional banana beer. A local lunch is included. After the tour, you’ll transfer back to Arusha or to the airport for your onward flight, with your heart full of memories from an unforgettable adventure with GreyJoy Safari Adventures.
Main Destination: Mto wa Mbu
Accommodation: None (End of Tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast and lunch included (Dinner not included)
Drinks: Not included
END OF THE TOUR
Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- The government imposed an increase in taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- This tour starts and ends in Arusha/Moshi/Zanzibar
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Important to Know
- This tour is not available to solo travelers.
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older.
Rates Per Person
Start dates | Solo1 room | 2+ peopleSharing rooms |
Jan 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2025 | n/a* | $2,933 |
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
