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5-Day Fly-In Great Migration Safari

✈️ Fly-In Safari to the Serengeti & Mara River Crossings Make the most of your time in the wild with this once-in-a-lifetime fly-in safari to the legendary Serengeti National Park. Bypass long road transfers and fly straight into the heart …

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5 days 12 - 3 - 2025 Up to 7 guests
Guide price USD 2500.00 Per-person starting estimate
Travel style Luxury Private or small-group planning
Optional experience Balloon Safari Subject to season and availability
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Your Tanzania journey

Designed around wildlife, season and pace

✈️ Fly-In Safari to the Serengeti & Mara River Crossings
Make the most of your time in the wild with this once-in-a-lifetime fly-in safari to the legendary Serengeti National Park. Bypass long road transfers and fly straight into the heart of the action, where you'll follow the Wildebeest Migration across the northern plains and witness one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural spectacles — up close and personal.

Your journey concludes in the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you’ll descend into the ancient volcanic crater in search of the endangered black rhino and the powerful Cape buffalo, completing your Big Five sightings in style.

? The Mara River Crossing (July–October)
During these peak months, the migrating herds move northward toward Kenya’s Maasai Mara, and the Mara River becomes the final, most perilous hurdle on their journey. There’s no fixed schedule — the herd’s movement is dictated by instinct and rainfall, making each day's safari a thrilling quest to track the action.

The Mara River crossings are the stuff of legend: wildebeest and zebras charging into crocodile-filled waters, desperate to reach the other side, while predators like lions and hyenas lie in wait nearby. It’s a raw, unscripted spectacle that draws photographers and filmmakers from around the world.

Yet it’s not just the drama of the crossing — the surrounding landscapes of Kogatende are equally unforgettable, offering endless photo opportunities and unforgettable moments as nature unfolds in its most untamed form.

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Route and wildlife focus aligned to the season.

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Balanced game-drive time, transfers and rest.

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Local support from arrival through departure.

Day-by-day experience

The journey, unfolded

5-day safari with 7 carefully planned route stages. Final routing is reconfirmed around wildlife conditions and your travel dates.

Arrival in Tanzania – Warm Welcome & Transfer to Hotel — Kilimanjaro Airport Stage 1
Kilimanjaro Airport
Planned experience

Arrival in Tanzania – Warm Welcome & Transfer to Hotel

Your journey begins the moment you land. Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (or Arusha Airport), a friendly Africano Paraiso representative will greet you with a warm smile and a personalized welcome. After assisting with your luggage, you’ll be comfortably transferred to your hotel or lodge in Arusha.

Take this time to unwind, settle in, and soak up the peaceful surroundings. Enjoy a delicious dinner prepared with local flavors and get a good night’s rest — your unforgettable safari adventure begins tomorrow.

Planet Lodge
Planned stay Planet Lodge Lodge · Arusha
Arusha to Northern Serengeti (Kogatende Region) — Kogatende Stage 2
Kogatende
Planned experience

Arusha to Northern Serengeti (Kogatende Region)

After breakfast, you’ll fly from Arusha to Kogatende, in the remote Northern Serengeti — a spectacular region known for its scenic beauty and Great Migration crossings. Enjoy stunning aerial views as you head straight into the heart of safari country.

On arrival, your Africano Paraiso guide will welcome you and lead your first game drive near the Mara River, where wildebeest, zebras, and possibly the Big Five roam. Later, choose to continue exploring or relax at camp. Optional activities include nature walks, cultural visits, or night drives, offering a fresh look at the wild.

Enkutoto Migration Camp
Planned stay Enkutoto Migration Camp Tented Camp · Kogatende
Tracking the Great Migration Along the Mara River — Mara River Stage 3
Mara River
Planned experience

Tracking the Great Migration Along the Mara River

After a gourmet breakfast at your lodge or camp, begin a private game drive through the wild beauty of Kogatende in Northern Serengeti. This remote region offers front-row views of the Great Migration, as massive herds gather near the Mara River, ready to cross into Kenya’s Maasai Mara.

Your guide will take you through open savannahs and rocky kopjes in search of lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Near the river, the action intensifies — crocodiles and hippos await as wildebeest and zebras attempt the daring Mara River crossing. End the day with dinner and an overnight stay at a luxury property chosen for its comfort and stunning views.

Olkarien Eco Safari Camp
Planned stay Olkarien Eco Safari Camp Tented Camp · Serengeti
From Northern Serengeti (Kogatende) to Central Serengeti — Seronera - Serengeti Stage 4
Seronera - Serengeti
Planned experience

From Northern Serengeti (Kogatende) to Central Serengeti

After a relaxed breakfast, head south through the Togoro plains and Mbuzi Mawe kopjes — a scenic route with chances to spot everything from dik-diks to elephants along the way.

By midday, arrive in Seronera, known as “Big Cat Country,” where lions, cheetahs, and leopards thrive among the acacia trees and rocky outcrops. In the evening, settle into your Serengeti accommodation and enjoy a gourmet dinner surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the wild.

Olkarien Eco Safari Camp
Planned stay Olkarien Eco Safari Camp Tented Camp · Serengeti
From Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands — Ngorongoro Stage 5
Ngorongoro
Planned experience

From Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

After a hearty breakfast, begin your scenic drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes.

As you cross a different stretch of the Serengeti, keep your camera ready for migrating herds, giraffes, antelopes, and gazelles. Your guide will help you track elusive wildlife like cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas — and with luck, a close encounter with a lion, the king of the plains.

Embalakai Tented Camp Ngorongoro
Planned stay Embalakai Tented Camp Ngorongoro Tented Camp · Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha — Arusha Stage 6
Arusha
Planned experience

Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater — a vast volcanic caldera often called the Eighth Wonder of the World. From the rim, the views are unforgettable.

Inside the crater, a rich ecosystem awaits. Spot the Big Five, including the rare black rhino, as well as hippos, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas. Explore in a private open-roof vehicle for the best views and photos. In the afternoon, return to Arusha with memories of one of Africa’s most iconic safari experiences.

Planet Lodge
Planned stay Planet Lodge Lodge · Arusha
Farewell or Zanzibar Beach Escape – Your Love Story Continues — Kilimanjaro Airport Stage 7
Kilimanjaro Airport
Planned experience

Farewell or Zanzibar Beach Escape – Your Love Story Continues

After breakfast, your guide will escort you to the airport for your international flight — hearts full and memories made.

Or let the journey continue in Zanzibar. Fly to this island paradise for 3+ nights at a romantic beachfront resort with white sands, turquoise waters, sunset cocktails, spa treatments, and private beach dinners.

Optional activities include dhow cruises, snorkeling, spice tours, or exploring Stone Town.

Whether in a private villa or strolling the shore, Zanzibar is the perfect ending to your Tanzanian honeymoon.

Handpicked accommodation

Rest well, close to the wild

Lodges and camps are selected for location, atmosphere and service. Final availability is reconfirmed before booking.

Planet Lodge Mid-Range

Lodge · Arusha

Planet Lodge

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Enkutoto Migration Camp Mid-Range

Tented Camp · Kogatende

Enkutoto Migration Camp

Enkutoto Migration Camp - Acacia The Enkutoto Migration Camp has 19 Safari Tents; including 4 Family Tents and one Honeymoon Tent. From June to …

Olkarien Eco Safari Camp Mid-Range

Tented Camp · Serengeti

Olkarien Eco Safari Camp

Tucked within the sweeping plains of the Serengeti, Olkarien Eco Safari Camp offers a front-row seat to one of nature’s greatest spectacles — the …

Embalakai Tented Camp Ngorongoro Mid-Range

Tented Camp · Ngorongoro

Embalakai Tented Camp Ngorongoro

Experience the epitome of luxury and exclusivity at our intimate camp. With 10 lavish guest tents, private bathrooms, and a choice of king-size or …

Transparent planning

Guide pricing by season and group

Rates are planning estimates in US dollars per person. Your proposal confirms dates, accommodation and every included service.

Published guide price USD 2500.00

Start with this itinerary, then tailor the comfort level, pacing and special experiences around your priorities.

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Low season

2 guests
$1,000
4 guests
$1,200
6 guests
$1,400
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Mid season

2 guests
$1,600
4 guests
$1,800
6 guests
On request
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High season

2 guests
On request
4 guests
On request
6 guests
On request

Prices vary by season, group size, accommodation and availability. Wildlife sightings and river crossings depend on nature and cannot be guaranteed.

Seasonal movement

The migration is a year-round journey

Rainfall and grazing shape the herds’ movement. We position the route for your month rather than promising a scheduled sighting.

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January – March

Calving season unfolds across the lush southern Serengeti. Over 500,000 newborn wildebeest are delivered, attracting predators and offering thrilling game viewing.

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April – June

As the rains give way to golden grasslands, the herds begin their movement northwest, creating picturesque scenes across the Western Corridor.

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July – September

This is the most dramatic period, as the herds cross the crocodile-infested Mara River. Ideal for witnessing high-stakes survival and iconic wildlife moments.

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October – December

The herds make their journey south once more, passing through the central and eastern Serengeti in a quieter, more exclusive safari window.

Your route

Across Tanzania, one connected journey

6 mapped route points from the working itinerary. Exact roads and timings remain flexible for local conditions.

Built around you

Turn this itinerary into your safari

Share your dates, group size and travel style. Our Arusha team will refine the route and send a clear proposal.

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