5-Day Great Migration Fly-in from Zanzibar
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5-Day Great Migration Fly-in from Zanzibar

🗓 5 Days 🏨 Lodge & Tented Camp 🚙 Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle (fly-in)
Trip Overview

Your Tanzania safari at a glance

This itinerary flips the usual bush-then-beach order: start relaxed on Zanzibar, then fly directly into Kogatende airstrip in the northern Serengeti, right in migration country, skipping the long road transfer entirely. Three full days follow the herds before a final flight back to Arusha.

Zanzibar → Kogatende, Northern Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha

Destinations Visited

Zanzibar

Zanzibar

Departure point

Kogatende, Northern Serengeti

Kogatende, Northern Serengeti

Fly-in migration camp

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Crater floor game drive

Safari Highlights

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Direct flight to Kogatende

Land right inside migration territory in northern Serengeti — no road transfer.

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Three days following the migration

Positioned game drives around the herds' current location, including river crossings in season.

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Zanzibar start

Ease into the trip with a night on the coast before flying to the bush.

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Zanzibar to Kogatende

Fly from Zanzibar to Arusha, then on to Kogatende airstrip in the northern Serengeti, with an afternoon game…

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Full Day Following the Migration

A full day tracking the herds and the predators that follow them, with river crossings possible in season.

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Full Day, Northern Serengeti

A second full day in migration country, repositioned around the latest sightings.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Fly from Zanzibar to Arusha, then on to Kogatende airstrip in the northern Serengeti, with an afternoon game drive on arrival.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Northern Serengeti camp · Full Board
Zanzibar to Kogatende

A full day tracking the herds and the predators that follow them, with river crossings possible in season.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Northern Serengeti camp · Full Board
Full Day Following the Migration

A second full day in migration country, repositioned around the latest sightings.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Northern Serengeti camp · Full Board

Short flight and transfer to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for a crater floor game drive.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Ngorongoro lodge · Full Board

A final morning at leisure before your flight or transfer back to Arusha.

Private Safari Breakfast
Accommodation: Own arrangement · Breakfast

Where You’ll Stay

Lodge & Tented Camp properties are matched to your route and dates. The accommodation photo for each day is managed separately from its itinerary image.

Day 1
Lodge & Tented Camp Confirmed at Booking

Northern Serengeti camp

Meals Full Board
Day 2
Lodge & Tented Camp Confirmed at Booking

Northern Serengeti camp

Meals Full Board
Day 3
Lodge & Tented Camp Confirmed at Booking

Northern Serengeti camp

Meals Full Board
Day 4
Lodge & Tented Camp Confirmed at Booking

Ngorongoro lodge

Meals Full Board
Day 5
Lodge & Tented Camp Confirmed at Booking

Own arrangement

Meals Breakfast

Safari Pricing

Price per person $2,025

Your exact quote depends on travel dates, group size and accommodation level.

What’s Included

✓ Included
  • Scheduled light-aircraft flights as listed in the itinerary
  • Airport and airstrip transfers
  • All park entrance fees and conservation levies
  • Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) throughout
  • Bottled water in the vehicle (3+ litres per person per day)
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and guaranteed window seat
  • English-speaking driver-guide throughout
  • Vehicle inverter for charging, radio communications and a cool box
✕ Not Included
  • International flights and Tanzania e-visa
  • Tips for your guide and camp/cook staff
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages
  • Optional hot-air balloon safari (from $600pp)
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
Exact accommodation, meal plan and final pricing are confirmed with you at booking.

What to Pack for Safari & Tours

Clothing

  • Lightweight neutral layers
  • Warm jacket
  • Sun hat

Footwear

  • Walking shoes
  • Sandals
  • Spare socks

Gear & Essentials

  • Binoculars and camera
  • Water bottle
  • Power bank

Health & Personal

  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medication

Trip Gallery

What Our Guests Say

★★★★★

“Benni praised the modern tents, welcoming staff and Hamidu’s dedication to finding strong wildlife-photography opportunities.”

Benni H · June 14, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
★★★★★

“Sonja enjoyed a flexible custom six-day tour and recommended Hamidu for his punctuality, calm manner and wildlife knowledge.”

Sonja · July 10, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
★★★★★

“Serafina highlighted Hamidu’s friendly expertise and an itinerary covering Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Eyasi, including a meaningful Hadzabe visit.”

Serafina F · July 20, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗

Good to Know

The planned journey follows Zanzibar, Kogatende, Northern Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha. The exact driving order may be adjusted when wildlife conditions or park logistics make another sequence more rewarding.

This package is designed around Lodge & Tented Camp accommodation. The named properties remain subject to availability, and comparable alternatives are confirmed with you before booking.

The starting price is per person based on the sharing arrangement shown on this page. Core inclusions currently include Scheduled light-aircraft flights as listed in the itinerary, Airport and airstrip transfers, All park entrance fees and conservation levies, Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) throughout. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and room configuration.

Items normally paid separately include International flights and Tanzania e-visa, Tips for your guide and camp/cook staff, Travel and medical insurance, Alcoholic and premium beverages. Your final proposal clearly identifies every included and excluded service before payment.

Yes. We can adjust the pace, accommodation level, activities and route around your dates, interests, party size and budget while preserving realistic travel times.

A Tanzania safari specialist reviews your details, checks current availability and replies with a tailored itinerary and quotation. You can request revisions before confirming.

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