The Great Wildbeest Migration (Mara River Crossing)
Jema Safaris: 6 Days The Great Wildebeest Migration
The Great Wildebeest Migration is one of the most breathtaking wildlife spectacles on Earth — and this 6-day safari puts you in the heart of the action. Whether it’s the river crossings in the north (July–October) or the calving season in the south (January–March), this journey is crafted to follow the herds and deliver once-in-a-lifetime encounters with nature.
Expect heart-racing moments as you witness predators stalking prey, wildebeest crossing crocodile-infested rivers, and the raw beauty of Tanzania’s endless plains. With Jema Safaris, you’ll travel in comfort, guided by seasoned professionals, and stay at carefully selected camps that follow the migration’s movement.
- Availability: Year-round from 2026
- Duration: 6 days
- Locations: Serengeti National Park (Ndutu, Central & Northern), Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation: Premium or luxury tented camps and lodges
- Start: Arusha Airport,
- End: Kilimanjaro International Airport
Itinerary Details
Pick-up at Kilimanjaro International Airport
Transfer to your lodge in Arusha (e.g., Arusha Planet Lodge)
Safari briefing & welcome dinner
Overnight in Arusha
Touch down in Tanzania! A Jema Safaris representative will greet you and transfer you to your charming lodge. Enjoy a peaceful evening as you prepare for your adventure.
Flight from Arusha to Serengeti
Game drive en route to your luxury camp
Overnight at Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp or Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Fly straight into the wild! Upon landing, enjoy a game drive en route to your tented camp. Depending on the time of year, you’ll be placed where the migration action is hottest — either the south (Ndutu), central plains, or north near the Mara River.
Explore the migration hotspot of the season
Witness predators in action and vast herds on the move
Overnight at your Serengeti camp
Spend the day tracking the herds and witnessing unforgettable scenes: thundering hoofbeats, hungry big cats, and the drama of the savannah unfolding before your eyes.
Morning game drive
Transfer through the park to Central Serengeti
Overnight at Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge or similar
Today you may relocate to the Central Serengeti, enjoying game viewing along the way. The Seronera Valley is rich in resident wildlife, making it a perfect base for big cat sightings and stunning views.
Morning game drive in Serengeti
Scenic drive to Ngorongoro
Overnight at Ngorongoro (e.g., Lemala Ngorongoro Camp or Rhino Lodge)
After a last morning in the Serengeti, head toward the Ngorongoro highlands. Watch the landscape shift from plains to lush green hills. Settle into your crater-edge lodge for a relaxing evening in the cool mountain air.
Early morning descent into Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy a half-day game drive in this UNESCO World Heritage Site
Drive back to Arusha (or flight option)
Transfer to airport / End of safari
Explore the famed Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five, flamingo-filled lakes, and thriving ecosystems. In the afternoon, head back to Arusha where your safari ends—or extend your trip to Zanzibar!
Rates :All Safaris
Starts From
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- All accommodations (safari lodges, tented camps & Zanzibar hotel)
- All park fees and crater service fees
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with professional English-speaking guide
- All park fees, game drives, and crater fees
- Airport transfers (Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar)