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5-Day Great Wildebeest Migration Safari Fly from Arusha
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5-Day Great Wildebeest Migration Safari Fly from Arusha

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Trip Overview

The 5-Day Great Wildebeest Migration Safari Fly from Arusha starts and finishes in Arusha. Its route includes Serengeti, following the destination order and transfers set out in the day-by-day itinerary.

The journey is shaped around scheduled domestic flights and Great Migration wildlife viewing, with each overnight stop positioned for the next stage of the route.

Every safari day brings a different perspective on Tanzania’s landscapes and wildlife. Explore the route below to see how activities, journeys between destinations and overnight stays fit together. Our local team can help you consider seasonal wildlife movements, the time available and accommodation preferences before you make a decision.

Where every day follows the rhythm of the journey
Wildebeest moving across the plains of Serengeti National ParkSerengeti
Cheetah in the grasslands of the Serengeti ecosystemSerengeti Wildlife
Hot-air balloon above the Serengeti plainsSerengeti from Above
Lions resting in open northern Tanzania safari countryPredator Country
Moments along the route
Safari Highlights

Your Journey Highlights

  • Arusha to Central SerengetiTravel across the Serengeti with time for game viewing, adapting the day’s route to current wildlife activity and seasonal conditions.
  • Central Serengeti to Northern SerengetiTravel across the Serengeti with time for game viewing, adapting the day’s route to current wildlife activity and seasonal conditions.
  • Full Day in the Migration ZoneTravel across the Serengeti with time for game viewing, adapting the day’s route to current wildlife activity and seasonal conditions.
  • Another Day with the MigrationTravel across the Serengeti with time for game viewing, adapting the day’s route to current wildlife activity and seasonal conditions.
  • Flight Back to ArushaUse the scheduled air connection to link the route efficiently, with transfers coordinated between the airstrip and the next activity or stay.

Your Itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Central Serengeti

  • Activity: Fly-in Safari & Game Drive
  • Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner

You’ll begin your journey with an early morning pick-up in Arusha and catch a flight to the Central Serengeti. Once you land, your guide will meet you and take you on a game drive through the heart of the park. Settle in, enjoy the views, and have dinner under the stars.

Accommodation

Sametu Camp

Sametu Camp by Karibu is located in the central-eastern Serengeti, an area known for open plains, kopjes and productive predator habitat. The camp’s tented suites and shared mess spaces maintain a close connection to the surrounding park. Its position allows guides to explore both the central Serengeti and the quieter eastern country as conditions change. This makes Sametu a useful multi-night base for itineraries that want varied Serengeti game drives rather than a single transfer-day visit.

LocationSerengetiStay styleTented safari camp
Day 02

Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti

  • Activity: Game Drive & Transfer
  • Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, you’ll pack up and start the drive north through the Serengeti. This isn’t just a transfer—it's a full-day game drive along the way. The landscape changes as you head into the northern section of the park, and so does the wildlife. Keep your eyes open for cheetahs, leopards, and migrating herds.

Accommodation

River Camp by Karibu

River Camp by Karibu is a seasonal northern Serengeti camp positioned near the Mara River migration country. The location supports early access to riverine habitats and the plains used by wildebeest and zebra during the northern season. En-suite safari tents and central dining and lounge spaces provide a comfortable base between long wildlife-viewing days. It is particularly relevant to itineraries focused on possible river crossings, while recognising that wildlife timing and crossing events can never be guaranteed.

LocationSerengetiStay styleTented safari camp
Day 03

Full Day in the Migration Zone

  • Activity: Transfer
  • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today is all about the Great Migration. You’ll head out early with a packed lunch and spend the whole day following the wildebeest and zebra herds. Depending on the time of year, you might even witness a dramatic river crossing. This region is also great for predator sightings—lions, crocodiles, and hyenas are never far behind.

Accommodation

River Camp by Karibu

River Camp by Karibu is a seasonal northern Serengeti camp positioned near the Mara River migration country. The location supports early access to riverine habitats and the plains used by wildebeest and zebra during the northern season. En-suite safari tents and central dining and lounge spaces provide a comfortable base between long wildlife-viewing days. It is particularly relevant to itineraries focused on possible river crossings, while recognising that wildlife timing and crossing events can never be guaranteed.

LocationSerengetiStay styleTented safari camp
Day 04

Another Day with the Migration

  • Activity: Transfer
  • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

You’ll have another full day to explore the northern plains and river areas. Your guide will take you to different spots depending on the movement of the herds. The sheer number of animals and the raw energy of the migration make this day unforgettable. Enjoy lunch in the wild and keep your camera ready.

Accommodation

River Camp by Karibu

River Camp by Karibu is a seasonal northern Serengeti camp positioned near the Mara River migration country. The location supports early access to riverine habitats and the plains used by wildebeest and zebra during the northern season. En-suite safari tents and central dining and lounge spaces provide a comfortable base between long wildlife-viewing days. It is particularly relevant to itineraries focused on possible river crossings, while recognising that wildlife timing and crossing events can never be guaranteed.

LocationSerengetiStay styleTented safari camp
Day 05

Flight Back to Arusha

  • Activity: Departure & Game Drive
  • Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, you’ll have time for one last short game drive if time allows, then you’ll head to the nearby airstrip for your flight back to Arusha. Take in the aerial view of the Serengeti one last time. Once you land in Arusha, your safari officially comes to an end.

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Your Safari Package

Included & Excluded

Included

Included in the published itinerary

  • All national park and conservation area entry fees
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • All scheduled game drives and crater descent
  • 4 nights’ accommodation in specified camps/lodges
  • All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Bottled drinking water and soft drinks during game drives
  • Transfers to/from Arusha (or airport if arranged)
Not included

Additional costs

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tips and gratuities for guide and lodge staff
  • Alcoholic beverages unless specified
  • Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, souvenirs)
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5 days / 4 nights. The day-by-day itinerary shows where each overnight falls. Check arrival and departure flight times before arranging onward travel, and ask us if you would prefer a slower pace or an extra night.

From $4,650 per person. Ask for a quote for your dates and group size. The final quote depends on travel dates, group size, room choice and any flights or extras. Request a written breakdown of park fees, accommodation, meals, transfers and exclusions before you book.

Serengeti National Park – Endless plains and the Great Migration. Use the day-by-day route above to see the order of visits. Ask for estimated road or flight times between stops for your chosen dates; that is often more useful than counting destinations alone.

Sametu camp by Karibu camps, River camp by Karibu Camps, None. Exact properties and room types depend on availability. Ask us to confirm each stay, its location, meal plan and any proposed alternative in writing before paying a deposit.