Dates

10 – 21 June 2027

Duration

12 Days / 11 Nights

Per person

US$7,614

Group

12 guests in 3 vehicles

Fully booked — This June departure is fully booked. We also run private Grumeti River safaris separately, from a minimum of four guests.

Journey from Arusha into the wild heart of Tanzania to witness one of nature's greatest spectacles: the Great Migration's Crossing of the Grumeti River, the first of the crocodile-infested rivers they need to cross. From the Ngorongoro Crater and the predator-rich plains of Ndutu to the remote Western Corridor of the Serengeti, this signature safari follows two million wildebeest, zebra, and antelope on their ancient migratory route — raw, unpredictable, unfiltered Africa.

Arusha • Makuyuni • Ngorongoro • Ndutu • Central & Western Serengeti

Day by day

Day 1

Stepping into Africa: Arusha, Safari Gateway in Northern Tanzania

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transfer 45 minutes to Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge at the foothills of Mount Meru — the ideal place for a soft landing and to settle in and ease into Tanzania. A long-standing Miguu favourite.

Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge, Arusha — 2 nights, Half Board / B&B

Day 2

Discovering Colorful Arusha

A day at your own pace: the Maasai Market, lunch at the Cultural & Heritage Centre, and optional guided nature walks, horseback riding, or a visit to the Serval Wildlife Sanctuary.

Day 3

Your First Safari: Makuyuni Reserve, Then Drive to Karatu

Drive (~2.5 hrs) to Makuyuni Wildlife Reserve for wildlife viewing and an optional safari walk, then continue to the town of Karatu for the evening.

Maasailand Coffee Lodge, Karatu — 1 night, Full Board

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater, Africa's Lost Eden, Then Drive to Ndutu, South Serengeti

A 40-minute drive to Ngorongoro and a stunning 1 hour drive to the crater floor followed by a 3–4 hour game drive — Ngorongoro is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has Africa's highest density of predators, with a chance of spotting black rhinos — followed by a picnic lunch and the scenic 2-hour drive to Ndutu.

Lake Masek Luxury Tented Lodge, Ndutu — 2 nights, Full Board

Day 5

Full Day Exploring Ndutu

Morning and afternoon game drives across plains alive with wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle — prime territory for lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas. There are 4 lion prides in the area.

Day 6

From Ndutu into the Heart of the Serengeti

A 4–5 hour game drive north into Central Serengeti (~120 km) with a picnic lunch en route, arriving to settle into your tented suite for dinner under the stars.

Singing Grass, Central Serengeti — 2 nights, Full Board

Day 7

Full-day Exploration of the Land of the Lion King – Central Serengeti

Explore the wildlife-rich heart of the Serengeti — lions on kopjes, cheetahs on the grasslands, and large herds of buffalo and elephant. Optional Black Rhino Safari with Park Rangers.

Day 8

Into the Untamed West – the Grumeti River

An extended game drive (~3 hrs) into the Western Serengeti, with photo stops, a picnic lunch, and short walks where permitted, arriving for sundowners. Where there are masses of wildebeest and zebra, expect predators.

Lahia Tented Lodge, Western Serengeti — 3 nights, Full Board

Days 9–10

The Grumeti River and Its Remote Environs

Full days in search of the Grumeti River crossings — the 2nd of the Great Migration's signature spectacles — with extensive game drives, picnic lunches, and sundowners. With the blessings of the wildlife gods, we will see crossings.

Day 11

From the Wild and Back – Flight to Arusha

A final game drive before flying to Arusha; lunch and browsing for arts and crafts at the Cultural Heritage Centre, then check-in for a relaxed evening.

Gran Melia Arusha — 1 night, Half Board

Day 12

Departure

Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your flight home. Departure timing depends on your international flight.

Your camps

Ngare SeroMaasailand Coffee LodgeLake MasekSinging GrassLahia Tented LodgeGran Melia Arusha

What's included

All accommodations as listed above
Domestic flights as indicated above
Professional English-speaking safari guide
Airport transfers
Safari drives in a 4x4 vehicle
Meals as per itinerary (Full Board or Bed & Breakfast)
Park fees and taxes
Great photography, IG moments and Joy!

eVisa fees ($50/person)
Optional activities (see below)
Tips & gratuities
Personal shopping expenses
International flights

Optional add-ons

Serval Wildlife Lodge, Arusha — pet and feed giraffe, zebra, eland, kudu, white lions and serval cats, $120/person + $150/vehicle transfer + cost of lunch in Serval
Private videographer for the group — $1,200
Hot Air Balloon Safari & Champagne Brunch — $600/person
Exotic Zanzibar extension (min. 3 nights recommended)
Tribal visit to the Hadzabe & Datoga, Lake Eyasi — $150/vehicle + $10/person tips
Rhino Tracking, Central Serengeti — $118/person + $15/person tips

What to expect

Wildlife viewing is excellent as animals congregate around water sources, with predator activity running high across Ndutu and Central Serengeti; the Grumeti may see early crossings if the herds have begun moving north.
This is a strong season for photography — dramatic skies and reflective pools.
Expect lush green landscapes and mild temperatures — around 16–17°C in the mornings/evenings and 28°C by day (Ngorongoro is cooler).
Early mornings and long transit drives are part of the rhythm — 4x4 vehicles are essential as roads may be wet.
Dust is lighter than in the dry season, though a face mask is still a sensible precaution.

Payment terms

10% upon confirmation; 10% 60 days after confirmation; 40% 90 days before the safari; 40% 30 days before the safari. Bank details are provided on confirmation.

Enquire about a private departure

This dated departure is fully booked. We run private Grumeti River safaris separately, from four guests — tell us your dates and we'll come back with a personal quote.

Enquire about a private safari → See the camps