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From $3,500 per person

Luxury Tanzania Safari – Great Migration (5 Days)

This 5‑day luxury Tanzania safari is designed for travelers who want to witness the Great Migration without compromising on comfort or budget. You will stay at a carefully selected collection of luxury lodges: Manyara Retreat North (Misako Retreat), Meliá Serengeti, Serengeti Ark, Serena Lodge, and Ngorongoro Serena.

The itinerary focuses on the Serengeti migration (Central and Northern zones) and includes a full day in the Ngorongoro Crater. Your private guide adapts the daily routing based on the migration’s movement, giving you the best chance to see river crossings (July‑October) or calving (January‑March).

Style: Private luxury safari with premium lodge accommodation, private 4x4, and expert guide.
Best season: Year‑round (migration‑adjusted).
Limited offer: 20% promotion on select travel windows – ask when you request a quote.

Why This Safari is a Great Choice

  • Luxury at an accessible price – premium lodges from only $3500.
  • Migration‑first routing – your guide follows the herds.
  • Private vehicle & guide – flexible, exclusive, and personalised.
  • Iconic parks – Lake Manyara, Central Serengeti, Northern Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater.

Day-by-Day Itinerary – 5 Days

Day 1: Arrival & Manyara Retreat North (Misako Retreat)

Luxury Day 1

Your guide meets you at Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha. Drive to Manyara Retreat North (Misako Retreat), a luxury lodge near Lake Manyara. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, known for tree‑climbing lions and flamingos. Overnight at Misako Retreat.

Day 2: Central Serengeti – Meliá Serengeti & Migration Scouting

Luxury Day 2

After breakfast, drive to Central Serengeti. Check into Meliá Serengeti. Afternoon game drive in the Seronera area – excellent resident game and often early migration herds. Your guide briefs you on the current migration location. Overnight at Meliá Serengeti.

Day 3: Northern Serengeti – Serengeti Ark & Mara River Crossings

Luxury Day 3

Travel north to Kogatende, the heart of the Mara River crossing zone (especially July‑October). Check into Serengeti Ark. Spend the afternoon searching for crossing points along the Mara River and tracking large wildebeest herds. Overnight at Serengeti Ark.

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Serena Lodge & Crater Descent

Luxury Day 4

Morning game drive in Northern Serengeti, then transfer to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an afternoon game drive – a chance to see the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, leopard). Overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge on the crater rim.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater (Morning) & Departure

Luxury Day 5

Early morning descent into the crater for a final game drive (time permitting). After breakfast, transfer back to Arusha for your onward flight or Zanzibar extension.

Pricing & Includes

Rates are per person based on double occupancy. Request a quote for exact dates and ask about the 20% promotion on select travel windows.

GroupTotalOffer
2 Adults$3,500 per person20% promotion
4+ AdultsOn requestContact us
Custom (Tailor-made)On requestPlan together

What's Included

  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle + professional driver‑guide
  • Luxury accommodation (Manyara Retreat, Melia, Serengeti Ark, Serena, Ngorongoro Serena)
  • All meals (full board) and bottled water
  • Park entry fees & Ngorongoro Crater fees
  • Game drives as per itinerary

What's Excluded

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance, visas, personal expenses
  • Hot air balloon safari (optional)
  • Gratuities for guide and camp staff

Why This Luxury Tanzania Safari Stands Out

Luxury for Less

Premium lodges and private guiding from only $3500 – exceptional value for a high‑end migration safari.

Migration Focused

Your guide adjusts the itinerary to follow the herds – river crossings or calving.

Top Accommodations

Misako Retreat, Melia, Serengeti Ark, Serena, Ngorongoro Serena – all handpicked for comfort and location.

Frequently Asked Questions

You travel in a private 4x4 with a dedicated guide and stay at premium lodges: Misako Retreat, Melia Serengeti, Serengeti Ark, Serena, and Ngorongoro Serena.

Private vehicle, guide, luxury accommodation, meals, park fees, and bottled water. Excludes international flights and visas.

Yes – we focus two full days in Serengeti (Central and Northern) to position you for river crossings (July–Oct) or calving (Jan–Mar).

International and internal flights are not included unless specifically quoted. We can arrange flights on request.

Contact us with your travel dates – if eligible, we apply the discount.

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