safari

7 days Migration Safaris

Experience the breathtaking Great Migration across Tanzania’s iconic northern safari circuit, witnessing vast herds, predators, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Duration

7 days

Difficulty

Easy

Group size

2-6

From

USD 3,500

per person

Trip overview

What to expect

This 7-day Great Migration Safari takes you through Tanzania’s most celebrated wildlife destinations, combining world-class game viewing with the chance to witness the spectacular Great Migration. Explore the endless plains of the Serengeti, discover the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, and enjoy exceptional opportunities to see lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, buffalo, and thousands of migrating wildebeest and zebras. The itinerary is designed to maximize wildlife encounters while providing comfortable accommodation and expert-guided game drives.

Why this journey

Trip highlights

Witness the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras in the Serengeti.
Explore the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater and its abundant wildlife.
Enjoy thrilling game drives with experienced professional guides.
Spot Africa's Big Five in some of Tanzania’s best wildlife areas.
Experience breathtaking African sunsets and stunning landscapes.

7 days

Day-by-day itinerary

A detailed, day-by-day breakdown of where you sleep, how far you walk, what you eat, and the moments to look forward to.

01
Day
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet your safari representative and transfer to your hotel in Arusha. Receive a safari briefing and relax before the adventure begins.
Stay
Greenside Hotel Arusha
Meals
B,LD
What you'll do
Game drives in a private 4×4 with pop-up roof, led by your professional guide.
What's included today
Stay at Greenside Hotel Arusha · Meals: B,LD
Good to know
Mornings are cool and dusty — a light fleece and a buff for the road are worth their weight.
02
Day
Stay
Meals
What you'll do
Game drives in a private 4×4 with pop-up roof, led by your professional guide.
What's included today
Transfers and guiding throughout the day.
Good to know
Mornings are cool and dusty — a light fleece and a buff for the road are worth their weight.

Before you book

Important information

Practical details every traveller should read before confirming. We'll cover everything again in your pre-departure pack.

Visa & entry

Most nationalities need a Tanzanian tourist visa (USD 50, or USD 100 for US passports). You can apply online via eservices.immigration.go.tz or get a visa on arrival at JRO. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months.

Travel insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance with medical evacuation cover is mandatory. For Kilimanjaro and high-altitude treks the policy must explicitly cover trekking above 4,000 m and helicopter rescue.

Health & vaccinations

Yellow fever certificate is required if arriving from a yellow fever country. Anti-malaria prophylaxis is recommended. Consult a travel clinic 6–8 weeks before departure.

Payment & deposits

A 30% deposit confirms your booking; the balance is due 45 days before arrival. We accept bank transfer and card (3% fee). Free rescheduling up to 30 days before departure.

Tipping

Tipping is customary and an important part of crew income. Guidelines are shared in your pre-trip pack — typically USD 25–35 per day for safari guides and USD 300–350 total per climber for a Kilimanjaro crew.

Group size & privacy

This trip runs in groups of 2-6. Private departures with your own guide and vehicle are available year-round on request — ask us for a custom quote.

Game viewing & seasons

Best wildlife viewing is in the dry season (Jun–Oct). The Great Migration calving is Jan–Feb; river crossings in the north are Jul–Oct. We adjust routing to match the herds at no extra cost.

What's included

✓Airport transfers
✓Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
✓Professional English-speaking safari guide
✓Park and conservation fees
✓Full-board accommodation during safari
✓Bottled drinking water during game drives
✓Government taxes and VAT
✓Ngorongoro Crater service fees

Not included

—International flights
—Visa fees
—Travel insurance
—Personal expenses
—Alcoholic and soft drinks unless specified
—Optional activities
—Tips and gratuities
—Laundry services

Pack smart

Packing list

A category-by-category checklist tailored to this journey. Items marked essential should not be skipped — rentals are available in Moshi and Arusha.

Essentials for this trip

✓Passport and travel documents
✓Lightweight neutral-colored clothing
✓Warm jacket for early mornings and evenings
✓Comfortable walking shoes
✓Sun hat and sunglasses
✓Sunscreen and lip balm
✓Personal medications
✓Camera with extra batteries
✓Binoculars
✓Insect repellent
✓Reusable water bottle
✓Small daypack

Clothing

•Neutral colours (khaki, olive, beige) — avoid bright white and dark blue/black
•3–4 short-sleeve shirts + 1–2 long-sleeve for evenings
•Light trousers + shorts
•Light fleece for early-morning game drives
•Wide-brim sun hat
•Swimwear for lodge pools

Footwear

•Comfortable trainers or light hiking shoes
•Sandals for the lodge

Daypack & gear

•20–30 L daypack with rain cover
•2–3 L water bladder or two 1 L bottles
•Sunscreen SPF 50, lip balm with SPF
•Sunglasses (UV 400)
•Personal first aid: blister kit, paracetamol, ibuprofen, rehydration salts
•Quick-dry towel, hand sanitiser, wet wipes
•Camera + spare batteries, power bank
•Binoculars (8×42 recommended) — one per person
•Telephoto lens (200 mm+) if photographing wildlife
•Dust-proof bag for camera gear

Documents & money

•Passport (6+ months validity) and visa
•Travel insurance documents (printed + digital)
•Vaccination certificate if applicable
•Credit card + USD cash in small notes (post-2009, no rips)
•Emergency contacts and trip voucher

Best season: Jun – Oct · Dec – Feb

5.0 / 5 · 3 traveller reviews

What travellers say

Honest words from people who have walked, driven, sailed and summited with us. We publish every review unedited.

★★★★★

Our kids still talk about it daily

"Private 4×4, an incredible guide named Baraka, and lodges that felt like a dream. We saw the great migration river crossing, a leopard with cubs, and a black rhino in Ngorongoro. Tembo handled every detail."

The Müller family · Germany · Jul 2025

★★★★★

Better than any safari we've done before

"We've been to Kenya and South Africa — Tanzania with Tembo was on another level. Our guide could spot a cheetah from a kilometre away and knew every bird call. The Serengeti camp was magical."

Aisha M. · UAE · Oct 2025

★★★★★

Honeymoon of a lifetime

"Romantic bush dinners, a sunrise balloon flight, and lions roaring outside our tent. The pacing was perfect and the team thought of things we hadn't. Truly unforgettable."

James & Priya · Australia · Jun 2025