This Serengeti Safari Tour is run by Serengeti Wildlife Safaris, a locally based Tanzanian operator. You travel with an experienced local guide, and we plan every detail with you.
First, every Serengeti Safari Tour we run is tailor-made, so we can adjust the dates, accommodation and pace. In addition, our local team supports you from arrival to departure. Before you travel, you can also read about the area on the official Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA) website. For more ideas, see our other Serengeti National Park tours.
Experience an unforgettable journey into the heart of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife event: the Great Wildebeest Migration. This 3-day fly-in safari suits travelers who want a luxurious safari but have limited time.
During the trip, you witness one of the “Seven Natural Wonders of Africa”. Over 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras and gazelles surge across the Mara River. Meanwhile, they brave fierce currents and lurking crocodiles in a desperate quest for survival.
This exclusive itinerary takes you to the Kogatende region of Northern Serengeti, where the migration peaks. Here you enjoy thrilling game drives with the chance to see the Big Five. You may also see cheetahs, hyenas and dramatic scenes between predators and prey.
The safari is perfect for photographers, wildlife lovers, honeymooners and adventurers alike, because it blends raw wilderness with refined comfort. You stay in handpicked mid-range or luxury tented camps with elegant dining, stunning views and immersive nature experiences.
So whether you travel solo, as a couple or with family, you get a front-row seat to one of Earth’s most awe-inspiring natural spectacles, all within just three days.
Highlights: Arrival in Serengeti • Afternoon Game Drive • Wildebeest Migration Sighting
First, you depart from Zanzibar International Airport and fly directly to the Kogatende airstrip in Northern Serengeti. Then, on an afternoon game drive, you experience the raw intensity and beauty of Africa’s most iconic safari spectacle.
Afterwards, you spend the night at a selected mid-range tented camp or luxury lodge, on a full-board basis.
Highlights: Mara River Crossing • Big Cats & Crocodiles • All-Day Game Viewing
After an early breakfast, you head out on a full-day game drive along the Mara River. Here you wait for the wildebeest river crossing, a thrilling encounter full of action, tension and life-or-death moments. You can also see predators such as lions, cheetahs and Nile crocodiles.
Finally, you return to your camp or lodge for a gourmet dinner and overnight stay.
Highlights: En-Route Game Drive • Scenic Flight • End of Safari
After breakfast, you enjoy a game drive on the way to Kogatende airstrip. Then you board your return flight to Zanzibar. On arrival, we meet you and transfer you to your hotel or departure point (optional transfers available upon request).
This marks the end of our safari services.
You can best see the Great Wildebeest Migration here between July and October. During these months, the animals cross the Mara River in search of fresh grazing. So this is the peak period for dramatic river crossings.
Absolutely! This safari suits all levels, from first-timers to seasoned travelers. It also combines luxury and adventure, so the experience is both comfortable and thrilling.
You stay in mid-range or luxury tented camps or lodges. They offer comfort, exceptional views and delicious meals, so you enjoy both relaxation and adventure during your stay.
You spend half a day near the Mara River. There you have the chance to see the wildebeest crossing. In addition, you enjoy game drives to spot other wildlife along the riverbanks.
