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Great Migration Safaris

Follow the Herds Across the Serengeti

From the calving grounds of Ndutu to the dramatic Mara River crossings of Kogatende, these safaris put you at the heart of nature’s greatest wildlife spectacle โ€” the annual movement of over a million wildebeest and zebra across Tanzania’s northern parks.

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Choose Your Migration Experience

The Great Migration is not a single event โ€” it is a year-round movement that shifts with the rains. Depending on when you travel, you can witness the calving season on the southern plains, the rut in the western corridor, or the legendary river crossings in the north.

Our migration safaris range from 4 to 12 days, each designed around the best wildlife window for a specific stage of the migration. Every itinerary is private, guided by local experts, and tailored to your pace and comfort level.

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The Great Migration
Dec โ€“ Mar Ndutu Calving Season
Jun โ€“ Jul Western Corridor Rut
Aug โ€“ Oct Mara River Crossings
Nov โ€“ Dec Return to the South

Our Migration Safaris

Seven carefully designed itineraries, each matched to a stage of the migration.

๐Ÿƒ Calving Season 4 Days Wildebeest Calving Safari

4 Days Wildebeest Calving Safari

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 4 Days ๐Ÿ“… Late Jan โ€“ Mar

Fly straight to Ndutu for two full days on the calving grounds, plus a full-day descent into the Ngorongoro Crater.

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๐Ÿƒ Calving Season 5 Days Wildebeest Calving Safari

5 Days Wildebeest Calving Safari

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 5 Days ๐Ÿ“… Late Jan โ€“ Mar

Ngorongoro Crater, then the Ndutu calving grounds โ€” one extra day on the plains to maximise predator encounters.

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๐Ÿฆ Ndutu + Serengeti 6 Days Tanzania Migration Safari

6 Days Tanzania Migration Safari

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 6 Days ๐Ÿ“… Dec โ€“ Mar & Jun โ€“ Oct

Ngorongoro Crater, Ndutu calving grounds, and the legendary Central Serengeti in one seamless route.

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๐Ÿ˜ Full Northern Circuit 7 Days Tanzania Migration Safari

7 Days Tanzania Migration Safari

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 7 Days ๐Ÿ“… Dec โ€“ Mar & Jun โ€“ Oct

Tarangire’s elephants, Ngorongoro Crater, Ndutu, and the Serengeti โ€” the complete northern circuit in one week.

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โœจ Luxury Mara 9 Days Luxury North Serengeti Mara River Crossing Migration Safari

9 Days Luxury North Serengeti Mara River Crossing Safari

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 9 Days ๐Ÿ“… Jul โ€“ Oct

Premium lodges, Tarangire, Serengeti, Kogatende river crossings, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Hadza community.

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๐ŸŒŠ River Crossing 10 Days Exclusive Serengeti Safari

10 Days Exclusive Serengeti Safari

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 10 Days ๐Ÿ“… Jun โ€“ Oct

Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Central Serengeti, and multiple days at the Kogatende river crossings.

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๐Ÿ–๏ธ Safari + Zanzibar 12 Days Tanzania Luxury Safari & Zanzibar Holiday

12 Days Tanzania Luxury Safari & Zanzibar Holiday

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 12 Days ๐Ÿ“… Dec โ€“ Mar & Jul โ€“ Oct

Six days of premium safari through Tanzania’s northern parks, followed by six days of beach relaxation in Zanzibar.

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๐ŸŽฏ Custom Custom Migration Safari

Custom Migration Safari

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Your Duration ๐ŸŽฏ Tailor-Made

Tell us your dates, group size, and comfort level โ€” we’ll build a migration itinerary around the exact stage of the herds you want to see.

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๐Ÿ“ธ Photography Photography Migration Safari

Photography Migration Safari

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 7โ€“12 Days ๐Ÿ“ธ Photography

Extended game drives, expert positioning, and the best light windows for photographing the migration in full flow.

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Migration Safari FAQ

Common questions about planning a Great Migration safari.

What is the best time to see the Great Migration?

The migration is year-round. For calving (Ndutu), travel late January โ€“ March. For river crossings (Kogatende), travel August โ€“ October.

Which safari is best for the calving season?

Our 4-day and 5-day Wildebeest Calving Safaris are designed specifically for the Ndutu calving window (late Jan โ€“ March).

Which safari is best for the Mara River crossing?

The 9-day Luxury and 10-day Exclusive safaris include multiple days at Kogatende for the best chance of witnessing a crossing.

Can I combine a migration safari with Zanzibar?

Yes โ€” our 12-day Luxury Safari & Zanzibar Holiday combines six days of safari with six days of beach relaxation.

Are these safaris private?

Yes. Every migration safari is private and exclusively for your group, with your own driver-guide and vehicle.

Can I customise a migration itinerary?

Absolutely. Contact us with your travel dates and we’ll build a tailor-made migration itinerary around your schedule.

Ready to Follow the Herds?

Tell us when you’re travelling and we’ll match you with the migration safari that puts you in the best possible position to witness the herds.

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