14 Great Migration Safaris in Arusha, From Cheapest Day Out to Big Week

1.8 Days Great Wildebeest Calving Migration Safari from Arusha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 254 reviews · from $2,999Our pick

Spend seven nights exploring Tanzania’s best-known wildlife areas during the December to April calving season. Your route includes Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ndutu, central Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater, with meals, lodging, park fees, airport transfers, bottled water, and a private safari vehicle included. Guides such as William, Albert, George, and Calvin are available through Gosheni Safaris.

“Our safari guide William was truly exceptional. His deep knowledge of wildlife, plants, and Maasai culture made every moment fascinating. He knew exactly where to find animals—even rare ones like the black rhino—and answered every quRead more”

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2.7 days great migration safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $4,514

You’ll travel by private vehicle from Arusha through Lake Natron, northern and central Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Eyasi. Expect flamingos, big-cat country, possible migration herds, Masai communities, and a visit with Hadzabe and Datoga people. Guides such as Estomih, Simon, Christian, and Isaac have earned high praise for wildlife spotting and care.

“We had a great time on this Safari Soles safari, seeing so many amazing animals, thanks to hard work by our knowledgeable and such pleasant guide Estomih. We saw so much more than we expected! The timing of our safari was Read more”

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3.7-Day Great Migration Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $3,850

Travel by private safari vehicle from Arusha through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. You get three nights in the Serengeti, picnic lunches, park fees, and guides such as Wilson, Emmanuel, or Mathieu may lead your trip. The Great Migration is a theme, not a guaranteed sighting.

“Boniface’s guides were super knowledgeable, and could spot game with amazing acuity. Grandchildren loved them. We not only saw “The Big Five”, thanks to our Out outstanding guide Mathieu, we were the only group to witness a close up oRead more”

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4.9 Days Safari To See Great Migration Crossing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $4,846

Travel privately from Arusha through Arusha National Park, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Expect long game drives, picnic lunches, a walking safari with an armed ranger, and time in the Lobo area, a migration route. David handles arrangements, with guides such as Ziggy and Tom named in past trips.

“I had a great time on my 9-day safari. Everything was planned very well, that I’ve seen everything – yes, and the Big 5, too. Even after the safari ended, I got support for my next adventure.”

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5.7 days safaris to see great migration

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · from $3,461

You’ll travel privately from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro, with early game drives aimed at finding the Great Migration. Expect a professional driver, camp stays, park fees, and most meals. Past safari teams have included guides such as Simba, Charles, Salim, and Simon, while chef Dennis has prepared meals on some trips.

“Took the seven night budget camping trip. The experience of my guide made it unforgettable Answered all my questions about wildlife and geography I was apprehensive to travel in these covid times Dave made it much easier and everything went as planned. I highly recommend kilislope tours”

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6.7 Day 6 nights Great Migration Classic Tanzania Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $2,323

This private 7-day safari from Arusha visits Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara, with reports of Mara River crossings, hot springs, and Maasai encounters. You travel with a dedicated driver and guide, including Johnson and Emanuel on some departures, and stay in comfortable lodges. Pickup and mobile tickets are offered.

“Very nice experience in a comfortable gip and lodges.”

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7.7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $4,428

Spend seven days moving from Arusha through Tarangire, the Serengeti, the Mara River area, and Ngorongoro. A private Toyota Land Cruiser, driver-guide, park drives, and six nights of meals are included. The main goal is a Mara River crossing, but timing and animal movement are never guaranteed.

“As a solo female traveler, I chose Aardvark Expeditions Ltd. because I wanted to book an extensive and safe, adventure filled trip to Tanzania. I, also, wanted to use a company that was locally owned by a Tanzanian, and not a US or UK based Read more”

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8.8 Days Follow the Wildebeest Migration River Crossing Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $4,539

This private 8-day safari from Arusha follows Tanzania’s famous wildebeest country, with Tarangire, Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater, and full-board stays. You’ll travel with an English-speaking driver-guide, unlimited game mileage, bottled water, and park fees included. The itinerary names Sébastien and Musa Osman among the Congema team, but river crossings depend on timing and luck.

“The congema team was great! the safari was exceptional, a big thank you to musa osman and sebastien”

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9.6 Days Luxury Migration Safari-Northern Tanzania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $3,725

You travel by private safari vehicle from Arusha through Tarangire, the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Expect long game-drive days, six nights of accommodation, park fees, lunch, and a professional guide. The northern Serengeti is the main target for wildebeest migration viewing, with an optional balloon safari and evening safari available at extra cost.

“My wife and I just returned from an 8-day safari with Afrishare Trekking and Safaris to Tarangire, the Serengeti, the Great Migration, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, and Materuni Falls and coffee plantation. Wow.”

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10.Private Wildebeest Calving Safari, Tanzania, January to March

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $2,400

Spend eight days on a private Tanzania safari timed for the January to March wildebeest calving season. Travel by 4x4 with a viewing roof, visit Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Crater, and stay on full board. Groups are limited to six, with airport transfers and bottled water included.

“It is difficult to use words or photos to describe the magical experience of safari in Tanzania. The trip surpassed all our expectations in terms of the thrill, the number of animals we saw on the trip and above all the fun and joy of being on safaRead more”

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11.8 Days Great Migration – Grumeti River

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · from $4,984

Set out from Arusha in a six-day, small-group safari for up to six people. You’ll ride a 4x4 with an open roof, follow wildlife across Tarangire and the Serengeti, seek the Great Migration near the Grumeti River from May to July, and finish at Ngorongoro Crater. Guides such as Mike may lead the drive.

“We can give then just possitive feedback because from beginning to the end it was a fantastic adventure. Mike and his team have great Organisation skills what about timing, drivig, heping and special care. Amazing Sarari with really friendly, Read more”

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12.5 Day Private Guided Wildebeest Migration Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $3,850

Travel by private vehicle with a driver-guide through four of Northern Tanzania’s major parks. You’ll see Tarangire’s elephants, descend into Ngorongoro Crater, spend two nights near Serengeti wildlife, and finish at Lake Manyara. Guides associated with the operation include Brian, Mike, and Kelvin.

“Had an amazing 5days safari in Tanzania with Aquiline safaris we visited the Tarangire national park, Ngorongoro crater, Serengeti park and lake manyara we had an amazing experience our guide kelvin went into details each stop very friendly Read more”

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13.4 Days Private Migration Midrange Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $2,500

You’ll travel privately from Arusha through Ngorongoro to central and northern Serengeti, with sunrise and sunset game drives, bush lunches, drinks, and three lodge nights near the migration zone. The package includes park fees, airport transfers, and hotel stays before and after the safari, but not flights, visas, insurance, or tips.

“Nous en rêvions depuis des années et craignions d'être déçus. Il n'en fût rien !”

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14.5 Days Tanzania Safari Great Wildebeest Migration

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $1,990Best value

Spend five days and four nights moving from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. You will search for migrating wildebeest near the Mara River, enjoy guided game drives, sleep at campsites, and travel with an English, Spanish, or French-speaking guide. Pickup is offered, and the trip ends back in Arusha.

“O pessoal é muito sério, explica tudo com muita paciência antes de contratarmos. Tudo saiu como combinamos, o guia e o cozinheiro que acompanharam a expedição foram ótimos, tudo relamente é muito lindo, diferente e bem organizado. Read more”

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