“Amidst the endless Serengeti plains, where the migration unfolds, every sunrise is a spectacle, and every sunset leaves a memory etched forever in your heart.”
Experience the great wildebeest migration in Northern Serengeti, a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife
phenomenon where vast herds traverse the plains, pursued by predators in an awe-inspiring
display of nature. This exclusive itinerary blend luxury accommodations, hot-air balloon safaris,
private game drives, and guided walking excursions, offering an intimate and immersive African
adventure.
An immersive premium luxury journey crafted for comfort, privacy, and distinction
Arrive at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport and transfer to Legendary Hotel for a refined welcome.
Settle in and enjoy a gourmet dinner, preparing for the excitement ahead.
Meal Plan: Dinner
Accommodation:
Luxury: Legendary Hotel – elegantly appointed rooms, attentive service, and tranquil
surroundings.
Take a scenic morning flight from Arusha to Kogatende Airstrip in Northern Serengeti, arriving
in the heart of the migration grounds. After a sumptuous lunch, embark on your evening game
drive, spotting zebras, wildebeest, lions, and other predators.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
Luxury: Kuria Hills Lodge – exclusive lodge with panoramic views, luxury suites, and refined
dining.
After Breakfast Begin a morning game drive for four hours, following the moving herds across
the plains. Enjoy a lunch box amidst the Serengeti’s iconic scenery. In the evening, experience a
guided walking safari around the accommodation, gaining a closer connection to the ecosystem
and tracking smaller wildlife with expert guides.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
Luxury: Kuria Hills Lodge
After breakfast enjoy a morning and afternoon day of a private game drive, capturing the
migration in its full glory for around five hours. Pause for a hot lunch at the lodge before a
relaxing afternoon. Optional sundowners atop a scenic kopje provide breathtaking views of the
plains at sunset.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
Luxury: Kuria Hills Lodge
Rise early for a hot-air balloon safari at around 6:00 am, drifting above the Northern Serengeti as
the sun illuminates the moving herds. Enjoy a champagne breakfast before an afternoon game
drive for around an hour, then transfer by road to Kogatende Airstrip for a flight back to Arusha.
Spend a relaxed evening and gourmet dinner at Gran Melia Hotel.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
Luxury: Legendary Hotel
Savor a leisurely breakfast before your private transfer to Arusha Airport, connecting to
Kilimanjaro for your onward journey, carrying unforgettable memories of the Serengeti
migration.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A (Departure Day)
Optional Service of Fly Out facility from Serengeti, Kilimanjaro, or Arusha International Airport.
Include
- Luxury accommodations throughout the safari
- All meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Domestic flights: Arusha – Kogatende, Kogatende – Arusha
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with professional guide
- Park fees and conservation levies
- Hot-air balloon safari with champagne breakfast
- Guided walking safari in Northern Serengeti
- Game drives and activities as listed
- Bottled water and refreshments during drives
- Airport and lodge transfers
- Alcohol Beverage’s (Local Beers, Wine and Spirits)
Exclude
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities not specified in the itinerary
Tanzania Safari FAQs
The Serengeti Migration is the annual movement of over a million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles across the Serengeti ecosystem in search of fresh grazing. It is one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife events and offers exceptional viewing opportunities.
During this itinerary, you will explore the Northern Serengeti around Kogatende, one of the prime areas for witnessing the Great Migration. This area offers the best chances to see wildebeest river crossings, large predator activity, and expansive herds in a less crowded, exclusive setting.
The best time depends on the migration’s movement:
June to October: Northern Serengeti and Mara River crossings
December to March: Southern Serengeti calving season
April to May: Western Serengeti (river and rainy season movements)
Yes, absolutely. You can see the Great Migration river crossings in the Northern Serengeti, particularly the dramatic Mara River crossings from late July.