This top-rated 6 days Great Migration Serengeti safari in 2026, 2027 & 2028 is a complete Tanzania wildlife experience. It takes you to Tarangire National Park for elephants and baobab trees, to the endless plains of Serengeti for the world-famous Great Migration, and finally to the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder and Big Five sanctuary. Over six unforgettable days, you will track millions of wildebeest and zebra, watch thrilling Mara River crossings, and explore iconic landscapes with expert guides.
Your top-rated 6 days Great Migration Serengeti safari in 2026, 2027 & 2028 begins with a drive from Arusha or Moshi to Tarangire National Park. Known as the home of elephants, Tarangire offers incredible game viewing with herds of elephants walking among giant baobab trees. Lions, giraffes, wildebeest, and more than 400 species of birds make the park a perfect introduction to Tanzania. After an afternoon game drive, enjoy dinner and overnight at a lodge or tented camp near Tarangire.
After breakfast, travel through the scenic Rift Valley toward the Serengeti National Park, the heart of your Great Migration Serengeti safari. Along the way, pass through Maasai villages before entering the endless plains of the Serengeti. Enjoy en-route game drives, spotting giraffes, elephants, and predators in the Seronera area. The Central Serengeti is famous for big cats such as lions and leopards. Overnight in a lodge or camp in Central Serengeti.
On day three of your 6 days Great Migration Serengeti safari in 2026, 2027 & 2028, journey north through rolling plains to the Mara River region. This is where the dramatic river crossings of the Great Migration take place between July and October. Along the way, enjoy game drives in different habitats, spotting gazelles, topis, elephants, and more. Arrive in the Northern Serengeti for an evening drive and overnight stay near the Mara River.
This day is fully dedicated to the Great Migration Serengeti safari. Witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras gathering at the riverbanks, preparing to cross while crocodiles wait in the waters. The spectacle of survival unfolds before your eyes as predators like lions and hyenas take advantage of the chaos. With your expert guide, spend the whole day exploring the Kogatende and Lamai areas. Overnight again in Northern Serengeti.
Enjoy a sunrise game drive in Northern Serengeti, then drive back south through the plains, spotting wildlife along the way. After lunch, continue to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where the crater rim offers breathtaking views. This is a highlight of your 6 days Great Migration Serengeti safari in 2026, 2027 & 2028, as you prepare to descend into the famous crater the next day. Overnight at a lodge or camp near the rim.
On your final day, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This natural amphitheater is home to more than 25,000 animals, including the Big Five. Spot black rhinos grazing, lions resting, elephants walking across the grasslands, and flamingos decorating the soda lake. After a half-day safari and picnic lunch by the hippo pool, drive back to Arusha or Moshi, marking the end of your top-rated 6 days Great Migration Serengeti safari in 2026, 2027 & 2028.
Best time for a 6 days great migration Serengeti safari is from June to October (dry season), when wildlife viewing is at its peak. For the Great Migration in Serengeti, the best months are June–July (river crossings at Grumeti) and August–September (Mara River crossings).
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