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Explore our top best 6-day Private Budget North Serengeti Migration Safari in Tanzania from Zanzibar, the herd continues its movement north towards the Maasai Mara. Tracking the herd’s movements becomes a day to-day prospect as the meander slowly towards the next big obstacle in their path the Mara River.

6-Day Private Budget North Serengeti Migration Safari (Mara River Crossing) – Tanzania - Itinerary Summary

Arrival Day – Arrival from Zanzibar to Arusha
Day 1 – Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Day 2 – Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
Day 3 – Central Serengeti National Park to North Serengeti (Kogatende) River crossing
Day 4 – Serengeti National Park (Kogatende) - Serengeti National Park (Central)
Day 5 – Ngorongoro Crater to Mto wa Mbu
Day 6 – Tarangire National Park to Arusha

6 days Private Budget Wildlife Safari: Description

Come and experience our 6-Day Private Budget North Serengeti Migration Safari (Mara River Crossing) – Tanzania to discover the best of Arusha, Central Serengeti National Park (Seronera), Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, North Serengeti National Park (Mara River Crossing in Kogatende), Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park and more. Book our 6-Day Private Budget North Serengeti Migration Safari (Mara River Crossing) – Tanzania with the best guide, suitable itinerary and service. 6-Day Private Budget North Serengeti Migration Safari (Mara River Crossing) – Tanzania gives you the best 6 days tour trip in Tanzania for best memory. From ZANZIBAR discover the most iconic Arusha, Central Serengeti National Park (Seronera), Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, North Serengeti National Park (Mara River Crossing in Kogatende), Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park in only 6 days at the best price, time and plan.


Explore the top best wonders of Tanzania on this 6-Day Private Budget North Serengeti Migration Safari (Mara River Crossing) – Tanzania . Discover Arusha, Central Serengeti National Park (Seronera), Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, North Serengeti National Park (Mara River Crossing in Kogatende), Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park . Experience this 6-Day Private Budget North Serengeti Migration Safari (Mara River Crossing) – Tanzania Enjoy your guide, at the best price and plan. 6 days, tour itinerary experience Tanzania 's iconic destination on this 6 days Explore Arusha, Central Serengeti National Park (Seronera), Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, North Serengeti National Park (Mara River Crossing in Kogatende), Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park .


Tour Features for 6-Day Private Budget North Serengeti Migration Safari (Mara River Crossing) – Tanzania

Standard of tour

Budget: This tour uses budget camping

Tour style

Private: This tour is arranged solely for you and will not be shared with others

Customizable tour

Feel free to request minor Changes to suit your preferences

Suitable for all travelers

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Activities and Transportation: 6-Day Private Budget North Serengeti Migration Safari (Mara River Crossing) – Tanzania

  • ★ Activities: Game drives
  • ★ Getting around: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle

6-Day Private Budget North Serengeti Migration Safari (Mara River Crossing) – Tanzania - Full Itinerary

Arrival Day: Arrival from Zanzibar to Arusha
Arrival from Zanzibar to Arusha

Arrival from Zanzibar to Arusha

Your adventure begins with a flight from Zanzibar to Arusha. The flight cost is not included, so you’ll have the flexibility to book at your convenience. Once you arrive in Arusha, you’ll check into a budget hotel located just 10 km from the city center, offering a peaceful retreat before embarking on your safari adventure the following day. This hotel is the perfect base to relax and recharge, preparing you for the thrilling day ahead. Overnight stay at your preferred budget lodge or hotel in Arusha.
Main Destination:
Arusha
Accommodation:
The Charity Hotel
  • Budget 2 star lodge in Arusha
Meals & Drinks:
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 1: Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
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Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

On Day 1, we will immerse ourselves in the beauty of Lake Manyara National Park. After an early breakfast, we’ll embark on a game drive to search for the “Big Five” mammals. Located at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara offers a stunning variety of landscapes, from golden savannahs to mighty rivers and lush shrubbery. We’ll enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the park, surrounded by this breathtaking scenery. The park is also home to the famous tree-climbing lions, water buffalo, elephants, giraffes, impalas, and hippos. In the afternoon, we’ll leave Lake Manyara and drive towards Arusha, passing scenic Maasai bomas, baobab forests, and rolling savannah plains. Later, we’ll head to Mto wa Mbu for the evening, where you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Lodge And Camps OR Jambo Lodge And Camps
  • Budget 2 star lodge in Mto Wa Mbu / Lake Manyara
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2: Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
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Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park

Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park

We will leave Mto Wa Mbu early morning and drive to Serengeti National Park. We will drive to Serengeti on a road near the rim of Ngorongoro Crater, allowing for animal sightings along the way. The golden savannah and endless plains, teeming with zebras, wildebeest and giraffes make it easy to understand why the Serengeti is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa. On this day, we will enjoy a picnic lunch on Naabai kopje (a small, rocky hill in a generally flat area), where you will have the opportunity to view the Serengeti’s famous pink-headed lizards. After lunch, we will proceed further into the plains for a leisurely game drive. You will spend the night at the Central Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Tumbili Public Campsite
  • Public camp site in Serengeti National Park
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3: Central Serengeti National Park to North Serengeti (Kogatende) River crossing
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Central Serengeti National Park to North Serengeti (Kogatende) River crossing

Central Serengeti National Park to North Serengeti (Kogatende) River crossing

After breakfast, we'll start our game drive to the Kogatende area, searching around the kopjes looking for carnivores and the large migration groups that will be preparing to cross the Mara River into Kenya. Home to large numbers of hippos and Nile crocodiles, the Mara River is the last major obstacle standing between the Wildebeest Migration and the relative safety of the Maasai Mara. If you're patient and a little lucky, you may even get to witness the death-defying crossing itself where wildebeest and zebras brave the river's currents and crocodiles in an attempt to reach safety. Dinner and overnight North Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park (Seronera)
Accommodation:
Lobo Tented Camp
  • Public camp site in Kogatende | North Serengeti National Park
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4: Serengeti National Park (Kogatende) - Serengeti National Park (Central)
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Serengeti National Park (Kogatende) - Serengeti National Park (Central)

Serengeti National Park (Kogatende) - Serengeti National Park (Central)

We'll start our day immediately after breakfast, driving through the plains of Togoro and the Mbuzi Mawe kopjes on our way to cross the Banagi River into the Seronera region of the Central Serengeti. Along the way, you'll spot everything from the enigmatic dik-diks to towering elephants, and everything in between. The Seronera is often known as 'big cat country', and its kopjes and acacias provide an excellent opportunity to spot prides of lazy lions, sleek cheetahs out on the hunt, and leopards overseeing everything from their lofty perches. The region's hippo pools and wide-open spaces provide ample opportunities for game viewing. Dinner and overnight in the heart of the Serengeti National Park.

Main Destination:
North Serengeti National Park (Mara River Crossing in Kogatende)
Accommodation:
Tumbili Public Campsite
  • Public camp site in Serengeti National Park
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater to Mto wa Mbu
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Ngorongoro Crater to Mto wa Mbu

Ngorongoro Crater to Mto wa Mbu

After an early breakfast, we’ll head to Ngorongoro Crater, the best time for spotting wildlife. Our game drive will take us around the crater, and we’ll stop for a picnic lunch at a small lake, home to hippos and migratory birds. The crater's ecosystem, a true animal "oasis," increases our chances of seeing all of "The Big Five" – lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, and water buffalo. Formed over two million years ago by a collapsed volcano, Ngorongoro Crater is a natural marvel. Inside the caldera, we’ll encounter zebras, hippos, wildebeests, and hyenas. Flamingos adorn Soda Lake, while hawks and vultures circle above. The crater also hosts storks, ibis, and cranes, making it a prime spot for birdwatching. After a fulfilling afternoon of animal sightings, we’ll head back to Mto wa Mbu, where you’ll overnight and enjoy a delicious dinner. It’s a day filled with unforgettable wildlife experiences in one of Africa’s most iconic locations.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Lodge And Camps OR Jambo Lodge And Camps
  • Budget 2 star lodge in Mto Wa Mbu / Lake Manyara
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6: Tarangire National Park to Arusha
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Tarangire National Park to Arusha

Tarangire National Park to Arusha

You will depart from Mto Wa Mbu  in the morning and drive to the Tarangire National Park where you will discover the true enormity of the deserted termite mounds and ancient baobab trees. The colossal herds of African elephants dominate the golden savannah and screeching flocks of the striking yellow collared lovebird can be heard from miles away. The wildlife that roams the scenic landscape of the Tarangire includes lions, giraffes, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetah, mongoose, buffaloes and baboons. After late afternoon you will back to Arusha where you will overnight.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & Lunch
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Included

  • Park Entrance fees
  • Ngorongoro Crater fees
  • Camping Fees
  • All Activities Mentioned
  • Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
  • Silver Accommodations
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, & dinner
  • Drinks: 1.5 bottle of water per day; tea and coffee
  • Airport Pick Up
  • Airport Drop off
  • Hot Lunch / Lunch Box
  • 18% VAT on tour fees & services
  • Pick Up from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha

Excluded

  • Flight
  • Travel Insurance & Visa
  • Personal Expenses

Meals Plan During Your Tour

Arrival Day — Arrival from Zanzibar to Arusha
💧 Drinking water
Day 1 — Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner 💧 Drinking water
Day 2 — Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
🍳 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner 💧 Drinking water
Day 3 — Central Serengeti National Park to North Serengeti (Kogatende) River crossing
🍳 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner 💧 Drinking water
Day 4 — Serengeti National Park (Kogatende) - Serengeti National Park (Central)
🍳 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner 💧 Drinking water
Day 5 — Ngorongoro Crater to Mto wa Mbu
🍳 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner 💧 Drinking water
Day 6 — Tarangire National Park to Arusha
🍳 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch 💧 Drinking water

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