3-Day Northern Serengeti Great Migration Fly-In Safari Tarantula Adventure Safaris
Mid Range
Tanzania
Description
Experience the magic of Tanzania’s Great Wildebeest Migration on a carefully designed 3-day fly-in safari to Northern Serengeti.
Fly directly to Kogatende and enter a wilderness where thousands of wildebeest and zebras move across the plains, while lions, elephants, crocodiles, and other predators wait along the migration route.
With comfortable mid-range accommodation, private safari guiding, scenic flights, and immersive game drives, this is the perfect short safari for travelers who want to experience one of Africa’s greatest wildlife spectacles without spending a full week on safari.
Itinerary
Day 1, ARUSHA → NORTHERN SERENGETI
Fly Into the Heart of the Migration
After breakfast, transfer from your Arusha hotel to the airport for your scheduled flight to Kogatende Airstrip in Northern Serengeti.
Upon arrival, meet your professional safari guide and begin your first game drive immediately. Explore the open plains, rocky kopjes, and riverine landscapes in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeest.
During migration season, follow the movement of the herds and, with favorable conditions, look for activity around the Mara River.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon safari. As the golden light falls across the Serengeti, head to your camp for dinner and a peaceful evening beneath the African sky.
Duration: Full Day
Game Viewing Time: Approximately 5–6 hours
Transport: Scheduled flight + private 4×4 safari vehicle
Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mara Under Canvas
Day 2, NORTHERN SERENGETI
Mara River & Great Migration Adventure
Wake up to the sounds of the African wilderness and enjoy breakfast before setting out for a full day of exploration around the Mara River.
This is the heart of the migration experience. Search for enormous herds of wildebeest and zebras gathering around the river, while keeping watch for crocodiles and predators waiting nearby.
Your experienced guide will follow wildlife movements and choose the best areas for game viewing and photography. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon safari.
Return to camp in the evening with memories of an extraordinary day in one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes.
Duration: Full Day
Game Viewing Time: Approximately 7–8 hours
Transport: Private 4×4 safari vehicle
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mara Under Canvas
Day 3, NORTHERN SERENGETI → ARUSHA
Final Wildlife Encounters & Fly Home
Enjoy breakfast before embarking on your final game drive through Northern Serengeti.
Explore the rolling hills, granite kopjes, open plains, and riverine areas while searching for one last unforgettable wildlife encounter. Your guide will make the most of your final hours in the wilderness before heading towards Kogatende Airstrip.
Enjoy lunch before boarding your scheduled flight back to Arusha.
Upon arrival, meet your private transfer driver for your onward journey.
Duration: Half to Full Day
Game Viewing Time: Approximately 3–4 hours
Transport: Private 4×4 safari vehicle + scheduled flight
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: No accommodation
Includes & Excludes
Private safari in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
Accommodation as specified
Drinking water during safari
Park entry fees applicable to the itinerary
Game drives according to the itinerary
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Arusha
Government taxes and applicable tourism service charges
International flights
Travel and medical insurance
Tanzania visa
Tips for guide and safari staff
Tips and personal expenses
Personal shopping and souvenirs
Laundry and Optional activities
Additional accommodation before or after the safari
Alcoholic and soft drinks other than the provided drinking water
Any service not specifically listed under “What’s Included”