After breakfast, depart from Lake Manyara (Mto wa Mbu) and journey toward the Ndutu region in the southern Serengeti, a prime location for witnessing the Great Wildebeest Migration. The scenic drive of about 5–6 hours covers diverse landscapes, from the lush highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to the sweeping grasslands of the Serengeti plains.

Upon arrival, enjoy a half-day game drive in the Ndutu area. This region is central to the annual migration route of more than two million wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles. Between December and April, the calving season offers an extraordinary chance to witness thousands of newborn calves and the predators—lions, cheetahs, and hyenas—that follow the herds. Even outside migration months, Ndutu’s seasonal lakes, such as Lake Ndutu and Lake Masek, attract incredible wildlife and birdlife.

After a thrilling safari, you’ll head to your mid-range tented camp or lodge in the Ndutu area for a freshly prepared dinner and overnight stay, surrounded by the raw beauty of the Serengeti wilderness.

Today is dedicated to a full-day game drive in the Ndutu region, one of the most spectacular areas of the southern Serengeti and part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After an early breakfast, set out across the open plains, following the herds of the Great Wildebeest Migration as they move in search of fresh grazing.

Between December and April, Ndutu transforms into the calving grounds of the migration, where thousands of wildebeest give birth. This dramatic event draws predators such as lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and leopards, offering thrilling wildlife encounters as nature’s cycle of life unfolds before your eyes. Throughout the day, you’ll also spot zebras, gazelles, elephants, giraffes, and countless bird species thriving in this seasonal paradise.

👉 For those seeking a once-in-a-lifetime experience, you may opt for an early-morning hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti (additional cost of approximately USD 500 per person). Floating silently above the plains as the sun rises offers breathtaking views of wildlife and landscapes from a unique perspective.

After a picnic lunch in the bush, you’ll continue your adventure until late afternoon. As the day winds down, return to your mid-range tented camp or lodge in Ndutu, where a freshly prepared dinner and the sounds of the wild await.

After breakfast, your safari continues with a scenic drive from the Ndutu region in the South Serengeti to the world-renowned Central Serengeti, an area celebrated for its sweeping savannahs and year-round wildlife abundance. Along the way, marvel at the vast plains that stretch endlessly toward the horizon—one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes.

During your game drive, you’ll explore the heart of the Serengeti, home to the legendary Big Five—elephant, lion, buffalo, leopard, and rhino—alongside giraffes, impalas, zebras, and countless other species. The region is also famous for its striking Serengeti kopjes, ancient granite outcrops that provide shade for lions and excellent vantage points for leopards. These rocky formations are a photographer’s dream and a highlight of the park’s ecosystem.

Midday, enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild before continuing your adventure across the central plains, tracking wildlife and soaking up the dramatic scenery. As the sun sets, you’ll settle into your mid-range tented camp or lodge in the Central Serengeti, where a freshly prepared dinner and a restful night in the heart of the wilderness await.

After breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive in the heart of the Central Serengeti, one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. This region offers incredible year-round wildlife viewing and is especially famous for being along the path of the Great Wildebeest Migration.

As you explore the vast plains, your experienced safari guide will share fascinating insights into this natural wonder—an epic journey where over 1.5 million wildebeests are joined by hundreds of thousands of zebras and Thomson’s gazelles in search of fresh grazing. The thunder of millions of hooves across the open savannah is a sound and sight you’ll never forget. Alongside the migration, the Serengeti is also home to lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and countless bird species, making every moment of your safari thrilling.

👉 For a unique perspective, you may choose to begin your day with an optional Serengeti hot air balloon safari (approx. USD 500 per person). Floating silently above the plains at sunrise offers breathtaking views of the wildlife and golden landscapes—an unforgettable highlight of any safari.

After a picnic lunch in the bush, continue exploring until late afternoon before returning to your mid-range tented camp or lodge in Central Serengeti. Enjoy a freshly prepared dinner and spend the evening surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti National Park, capturing those last unforgettable moments with the park’s diverse wildlife. Lions basking on kopjes, elephants roaming the plains, and herds of wildebeests and zebras grazing under the endless skies make this farewell drive truly special.

Around midday, you’ll stop for a picnic lunch in the bush before beginning your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders. The scenic 75-kilometer drive (approximately 2.5 hours) takes you across breathtaking landscapes, with the chance to spot more wildlife along the way.

By late afternoon, you’ll arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater rim, where sweeping views of the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera await. Known as a “natural Eden,” the crater shelters an incredible density of wildlife, including the Big Five, and is considered one of the most famous safari destinations in Africa.

Your day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay at a mid-range lodge or tented camp near the crater, where you’ll rest and prepare for tomorrow’s descent into this iconic wilderness.

Your final safari day begins early with a hearty breakfast before descending into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Covering 260 square kilometers and plunging over 600 meters deep, the crater is often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World” due to its dramatic landscapes and extraordinary concentration of wildlife.

During your 5-hour game drive on the crater floor, you’ll encounter an abundance of animals, including elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeests, and the elusive black rhino. The crater is also one of the best places in Tanzania to spot lions and cheetahs in action. Around midday, enjoy a picnic lunch beside the Hippo Pool, surrounded by stunning scenery and the sounds of the wild.

In the afternoon, ascend the crater walls and begin your scenic drive back to Arusha, arriving by early evening (approximately 6:00 PM). Here, your incredible 7-Day South Serengeti Migration Safari concludes, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes, and the timeless rhythm of the Great Migration.