6 Days Serengeti Migration Safari

Embark on an extraordinary, ultra-luxury safari adventure with Rwakabunga Safaris, meticulously crafted to immerse you in the heart of the Great Wildebeest Migration in the Serengeti National Park. This exclusive itinerary focuses on providing unparalleled access to the most dramatic wildlife spectacle on Earth while ensuring your comfort and indulgence are paramount. Our discerning tourists will experience the Serengeti’s endless plains from the seclusion of opulent tented camps and lodges, benefiting from expert guiding, gourmet dining, and personalised service. Prepare for a journey that seamlessly blends the raw thrill of the African wilderness with the sophistication of world-class, luxury accommodation, promising an unforgettable six days tracking the legendary herds and the predators that follow them.

Day 1: Arrival in Central Serengeti

Upon landing at Seronera Airstrip, you will be met by your professional, experienced safari guide and transferred to your exclusive luxury camp in the Central Seronera region. After settling into your lavish tented suite, the afternoon will be dedicated to a thrilling game drive in this world-renowned area, often dubbed the “Big Cat Capital of Africa” due to its dense population of lions, leopards, and cheetahs. The Seronera River valley provides a vital water source, ensuring phenomenal year-round resident game viewing and your first opportunity to witness dramatic predator-prey interactions. Your evening concludes with a gourmet three-course dinner under the expansive African sky, sharing stories of the day’s exhilarating sightings.

Accommodation Options: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, One Nature Nyaruswiga, Namiri Plains

Meals: (Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2: Morning Balloon Safari – Afternoon Game Drive in Central Serengeti

Today, the luxury experience begins before dawn with a spectacular Hot Air Balloon Safari over the Serengeti plains. This iconic activity offers tourists a unique, silent, and breathtaking perspective of the vast landscape and wildlife as the sun rises, followed by a decadent champagne bush breakfast upon landing. After the return to your camp for some rest and lunch, the afternoon involves an extended game drive, concentrating on the rocky outcrops, known as ‘kopjes,’ which are favorite resting and lookout points for big cats, particularly the elusive leopard. This combination ensures diverse photographic opportunities and a full day enjoying the incredible abundance of resident wildlife.

Accommodation Options: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, One Nature Nyaruswiga, Namiri Plains

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3: Scenic Flight to Northern Serengeti – The Mara River Beckons

After a leisurely breakfast, you will be driven to the Seronera Airstrip for a scheduled light aircraft flight to the remote Kogatende/Lobo area in the Northern Serengeti, which places you right in the heart of the dramatic river crossing zone (July to October). This scenic flight saves hours of driving, maximizing your game viewing time. Upon arrival, you’ll embark on a thrilling game drive en route to your luxury tented camp, searching for the massive herds of wildebeest and zebra congregating near the perilous Mara River. The afternoon is spent scouting the riverbanks, seeking out key crossing points and observing the nerve-wracking tension between the milling herds and the massive Nile crocodiles lying in wait.

Accommodation Options: Singita Mara River Tented Camp, Lemala Kuria Hills Tented Lodge, Sayari Camp

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4: Full Day Tracking the Great Migration at the Mara River

This entire day is dedicated to the ultimate safari highlight: witnessing a Mara River crossing. Your expert guide will use their extensive knowledge to track the herds and position your customized, open-sided 4×4 vehicle strategically for optimal viewing and photography of the chaotic, life-and-death spectacle. This activity requires patience, but the reward is seeing thousands of wildebeest plunge into the crocodile-infested waters, a scene of raw natural drama. A delicious, private picnic lunch will be enjoyed in the shade overlooking the plains, allowing you to maximize your time in the heart of the action, before continuing to monitor the river until late afternoon.

Accommodation Options: Singita Mara River Tented Camp, Lemala Kuria Hills Tented Lodge, Sayari Camp

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5: Northern Serengeti Exploration – Exclusive Walking Safari

While the focus remains on the migration, the Northern Serengeti is rich in resident wildlife, offering exceptional opportunities even when the herds are resting. Today begins with an early morning game drive, exploring the diverse landscape of kopjes and rolling hills, which are prime territories for lion prides and solitary leopards. In the late morning, you will engage in an exclusive, professionally guided walking safari (where permitted), offering a completely different perspective, focusing on the smaller, often overlooked details of the bush, animal tracks, and the unique flora. The afternoon provides a final, luxurious game drive in the area, allowing tourists to soak in the incredible remote wilderness before returning to camp for a celebratory farewell dinner with premium wines.

Accommodation Options: Singita Mara River Tented Camp, Lemala Kuria Hills Tented Lodge, Sayari Camp

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 6: Final Game Drive – Departure

Enjoy one final, sumptuous breakfast at your luxury camp before embarking on a last, reflective game drive as you make your way to the Kogatende Airstrip. This final drive offers a chance for some last-minute sightings of resident wildlife like giraffe, elephant, and perhaps a final encounter with the elusive cheetah or leopard. Your guide will ensure you arrive at the airstrip in good time for your scheduled flight back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), carrying with you the unforgettable memories of the majestic Serengeti and the unparalleled luxury of your Rwakabunga Safaris experience.

Meals: (Breakfast)

End of the 6 Days Serengeti Migration Safari.