Book a 6 Days Tanzania Great Migration Safari in May to Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater.
6 Days Tanzania Great Migration Safari (May) Overview
The 6 Days Tanzania Great Migration Safari – Serengeti & Ngorongoro (May) is one of the best Tanzania safari packages for travelers who want to experience the legendary Great Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti National Park. This unforgettable Serengeti migration safari takes you deep into the heart of Tanzania’s most famous wildlife destinations, including Central Serengeti, Western Serengeti (Grumeti River), and the Ngorongoro Crater.
Every year, more than two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move across the vast plains of the Serengeti ecosystem in what is known as the Great Wildebeest Migration, the largest land animal migration on Earth. During May, the migration herds travel from the southern plains toward the Central Serengeti and Western Corridor, offering incredible opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography.
This Tanzania migration safari tour combines spectacular landscapes, rich wildlife habitats, and thrilling predator action. Visitors can expect to see lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, hyenas, and thousands of migrating animals moving across the savannah.
The safari also includes a visit to the famous Ngorongoro Crater safari, one of Africa’s most unique wildlife destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its high concentration of animals and excellent chances of spotting the Big Five in Tanzania.
This private Tanzania safari is conducted in a comfortable 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with a professional safari guide, ensuring maximum wildlife viewing and a memorable African safari experience.
Safari Highlights
Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti
Explore the famous Serengeti National Park safari
Track migration herds in Central Serengeti
Discover the Western Serengeti migration route near the Grumeti River
Experience the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater safari
Opportunity to see the Big Five safari in Tanzania
Private Serengeti safari vehicle with expert guide
Spectacular African wildlife photography opportunities
6 Days Serengeti Migration Safari Itinerary
Day 1 – Arusha to Serengeti National Park Safari
Your Tanzania safari adventure begins with a morning departure from Arusha, the gateway to the northern safari circuit. The journey travels through the scenic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area before entering the world-famous Serengeti National Park.
After lunch, enjoy your first Serengeti game drive, exploring the endless savannah plains filled with wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, antelopes, elephants, and lions.
Overnight in Central Serengeti safari lodge or tented camp.
Day 2 – Central Serengeti Migration Safari
Today you will enjoy a full day Serengeti migration safari in the wildlife-rich Seronera Valley, one of the best areas for wildlife viewing in the park.
The Central Serengeti safari experience offers exceptional chances of seeing:
Large lion prides
Leopards resting in trees
Cheetahs hunting on open plains
Large herds of wildebeest and zebras
This area is an important route for the Serengeti wildebeest migration in May, as herds move west toward the Grumeti River.
Overnight in Central Serengeti.
Day 3 – Serengeti Safari to Western Corridor (Grumeti River)
After breakfast, continue your Serengeti safari tour toward the Western Serengeti, a key migration corridor.
During this season, thousands of animals move across the plains toward the Grumeti River, one of the dramatic locations of the Great Migration. The river is home to giant Nile crocodiles waiting for animals attempting to cross.
Wildlife sightings often include:
Massive wildebeest herds
Zebras and gazelles
Lions following the migration
Elephants and giraffes
Overnight in Western Serengeti safari camp.
Spend a full day exploring the Western Serengeti migration route, one of the best locations to witness the spectacular Serengeti wildebeest migration during May.
Day 4 – Western Serengeti Migration Safari
Watching thousands of animals moving across the savannah while predators follow nearby is one of the most incredible African safari experiences.
Your guide will track migration herds to ensure the best wildlife viewing opportunities.
Overnight in Western Serengeti lodge or tented camp.
Day 5 – Serengeti Safari to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After a morning game drive, depart the Serengeti and travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, another highlight of the Northern Tanzania safari circuit.
Arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater rim, where breathtaking views overlook the massive volcanic caldera filled with wildlife.
Overnight in Karatu or Ngorongoro safari lodge.
Day 6 – Ngorongoro Crater Safari Tour – Return to Arusha
Today you descend into the famous Ngorongoro Crater, one of the best locations for a Big Five safari in Tanzania.
The crater floor is home to an incredible variety of animals including:
Black rhinos
Lions
Buffalo
Elephants
Hippos
Zebras and wildebeest
After a picnic lunch at the hippo pool, drive back to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania Great Migration safari.
Safari Includes
Private 4×4 Serengeti safari Land Cruiser
Professional Tanzania safari guide
Serengeti National Park entry fees
Ngorongoro Crater service fee
Lodge or tented camp accommodation
All meals during safari
Bottled drinking water
Government taxes
Safari Excludes
International flights
Tanzania visa
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses
