9 Day Safari Great Migration Crossing

9 Day Safari Great Migration Crossing

The 9 Day Safari Great Migration Crossing is designed to give you the best opportunity to witness the dramatic Mara River crossings in Serengeti National Park. Every year, millions of wildebeest and zebras move in a circular pattern across the Serengeti ecosystem, and between July and October, the most thrilling river crossings take place in Northern Serengeti near the Mara River.

This 9-day itinerary combines classic wildlife destinations with extended time in the north to maximize your chances of seeing the Great Migration in action.

Safari Highlights

• Mara River wildebeest crossing experience

• Big Five safari (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo)

• Scenic game drives across Central and Northern Serengeti

• Elephant herds in Tarangire National Park

• Crater floor safari in Ngorongoro Crater

• Professional English-speaking safari guide

9 Day Great Migration Crossing Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Safari briefing and overnight stay.

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Full-day game drive among baobab trees and large elephant herds.

Day 3: Transfer to Central Serengeti – Game drive en route through endless plains.

Day 4: Drive to Northern Serengeti – Begin tracking the migration herds near the Mara River.

Day 5: Northern Serengeti – Full-day river crossing safari experience.

Day 6: Northern Serengeti – Extended migration game drives and predator tracking.

Day 7: Return to Central Serengeti – Wildlife viewing and relaxation.

Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater – Descend into the crater for a Big Five safari.

Day 9: Return to Arusha – Departure.

Best Time for Great Migration Crossing

• July to October – Peak season for Mara River crossings

• Wildlife viewing is excellent year-round, but river crossings depend on herd movement and rainfall patterns

Accommodation Options

• Luxury tented camps in Northern Serengeti

• Mid-range safari lodges

• Budget camping safari

This 9 Day Safari Great Migration Crossing offers dramatic wildlife action, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable safari moments in Tanzania’s most iconic parks.