The 5-Day Great Migration River Crossing Fly-In & Fly-Out Safari (July to October)
From $4371 Per Person
The 5-Day Great Migration River Crossing Fly-In & Fly-Out Safari (July to October)
Witness the breathtaking dawn of new life on Africa’s plains with this expertly curated 5-day flying safari, synchronized perfectly with the peak of the wildebeest calving season. By flying directly from Arusha to the remote Ndutu Airstrip, you land immediately in the heart of the southern Serengeti and Ngorongoro ecosystems. This is where hundreds of thousands of wildebeest gather to give birth, attracting an unparalleled concentration of apex predators. Your journey seamlessly transitions from the short-grass plains to the dramatic crater highlands, concluding with an iconic big tusker safari in Tarangire National Park.
- Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Start/End: Arusha
- Primary Transport: Scenic One-Way Flight + Private 4×4 Safari Vehicle (Pop-up Roof)
- Accommodations: Handpicked luxury seasonal camps and premium highland lodges.
Safari Highlights Overview
| Destination | Highlight | Nights | Accommodaction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1: Arusha to Kogatende (Fly-In) & Afternoon Migration Tracking | Arusha to Kogatende (Fly-In) & Afternoon Migration Tracking | 1 | Chaka Camp (Northern Serengeti) |
| Day 2: Northern Serengeti & Mara River (Full-Day Crossing Patrolling) | Northern Serengeti & Mara River (Full-Day Crossing Patrolling) | 1 | Chaka Camp (Northern Serengeti) |
| Day 3: Deep Northern Serengeti Exploration & Changing Vantage Points | Deep Northern Serengeti Exploration & Changing Vantage Points | 1 | Heritage Mara Camp |
| Day 4: Mara River Plains (Comprehensive Wildlife & Predator Tracking) | Mara River Plains (Comprehensive Wildlife & Predator Tracking) | 1 | Heritage Mara Camp |
| Day 5: Morning Game Drive, Kogatende to Arusha (Fly-Out) | Morning Game Drive, Kogatende to Arusha (Fly-Out) | 0 | No Accommodaction |
Safari Tours Price
Price Per Person
| 1 Pax | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The 5-Day Wildebeest Calving Fly-In Safari (January to March) | $4,594 | $3,642 | $3,325 | $3,166 | $3,071 | $2,991 |
ITINERARY
Your expedition begins at Arusha Airport, where you board a scenic domestic flight over the dramatic landscapes of northern Tanzania, landing directly at Kogatende Airstrip in the remote Northern Serengeti. Upon touchdown, your dedicated elite driver-guide will welcome you into your private 4×4 safari vehicle. Dive straight into your first game drive along the banks of the Mara River, scanning the pressure points where herds gather before making their dramatic leaps.
- Highlights: Aerial flight over the Great Rift Valley, immediate entry into the migration zone, first river bank patrol.
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Chaka Camp (Northern Serengeti)
Dedicate a full day to the untamed Northern Serengeti. Following an early breakfast, set out with a gourmet picnic lunch to spend the entire day near the primary river crossing points. Patience is rewarded in the bush; your guide will position the vehicle at key vantage points, monitoring herd movements and communication as thousands of wildebeest build the courage to plunge across the crocodile-infested waters.
- Highlights: Full-day dedicated river crossing tracking, premium bush picnic, tracking resident prides of lions.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Chaka Camp (Northern Serengeti)
Enjoy another full day of tracking the shifting mega-herds, moving deeper into the pristine landscapes of the north. After maximizing your morning tracking, you will transition to a new premium vantage point along the migration corridor. In the late afternoon, arrive at your next luxury camp, where you can unwind around a traditional safari campfire and share stories under the equatorial stars.
- Highlights: Tracking deep-bush wildlife patterns, dramatic Kopjes exploration, classic evening campfire atmosphere.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Heritage Mara Camp
Spend your third full day uncovering the exceptional biodiversity of the Northern Serengeti. Beyond the Great Migration, this region supports high concentrations of leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and massive resident hippos. Your flexible daily schedule allows you to react instantly to wildlife reports, ensuring you are in the prime position for intense predator-prey interactions.
- Highlights: Targeted big cat tracking, panoramic Serengeti vistas, pristine wildlife photography opportunities.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Heritage Mara Camp
Capture your final golden morning in the Serengeti during a sunrise game drive. After breakfast, transfer back to Kogatende Airstrip for your return scenic flight to Arusha Airport. Upon arrival in Arusha, our professional team will meet you to coordinate your onward logistics—providing a seamless transfer either to your post-safari hotel or directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to connect with your departure flight, depending on your personal travel schedule.
- Highlights: Final sunrise wildlife tracking, scenic return flight over Tanzania, seamless logistics connection.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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$15.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)