In our top best 5-day South Serengeti Migration Private Luxury Safari tour at Ndutu Area from Arusha in Tanzania, we will cover the 2 most popular destinations in Tanzania - Ndutu (2 nights), Central Serengeti (1 nights) and Ngorongoro Crater (1 night).
5 Days South Serengeti Migration Private Luxury Safari from Arusha in Tanzania (2026 - 2027) – Tour Summary
Tour Features for 5 Days South Serengeti Migration Private Luxury Safari from Arusha in Tanzania (2026 - 2027)
Standard of tour
Midrange: This tour uses lodges and tented camps
Tour style
Private: This tour is arranged solely for you and will not be shared with others
Customizable Tour
Feel free to request minor Changes to suit your preferences
Suitable for all travelers
Best for the year : 2026, 2027, 2028, and +
Activities and Transportation: 5 Days South Serengeti Migration Private Luxury Safari from Arusha in Tanzania (2026 - 2027)
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Activities: Game drives,
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Getting around: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle,
- In each car: The maximum number of client's seats are 7 (all are window seats)
5 Days South Serengeti Migration Private Luxury Safari from Arusha in Tanzania (2026 - 2027) - Tour details
Arusha - Southern Serengeti National Park - Ndutu Area
Your migration safari begins early with a pick-up from your hotel in Arusha, heading to the Ndutu region. The 5.5-hour drive covers 260 km, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where the landscape transitions from hilly forests to vast green plains. On arrival at Ndutu, embark on a half-day game drive with a picnic lunch. The sweeping grasslands, merging into the Serengeti, host the annual migration of over 2 million wildebeests, zebras, antelopes, and gazelles. From December to April, witness fertile plains turning into calving grounds, attracting predators. Lake Ndutu and Lake Masek offer rich wildlife viewing even in the dry season. The game drive ends around 5 PM, followed by dinner and a relaxing night at your chosen accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Lake Masek Tented Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Full Day Game Drive Safari at Ndutu Area (Southern Serengeti National Park)
Stunned by the previous days spotting of the migration, today you get another chance to view the beautiful wildlife spectacle. The Ndutu region is a part of the glorious Serengeti National Park as well as the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA). Heading out for a full day game drive after breakfast, today you will be following the migration depending on its location in either NCA or Serengeti. During game drives at the right season between December and April, you will be able to see the fertile plains turn into calving grounds and nursery for the great migration. This season attracts hordes of predators prying on vulnerable young wildebeest. Watching the circle of life take it's course will be an unforgettable experience etched for life. The action-packed game drive will end late in the evening by around 5PM. You will now head towards your choice of accommodation, where a freshly prepared dinner awaits you. Ensure you get some good rest and recharge yourself for another eventful day.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Lake Masek Tented Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Ndutu Area to Central Serengeti National Park
Today, excitement peaks as you venture into the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. After breakfast, journey through endless grasslands stretching to the horizon. The Serengeti, covering 14,763 sq km, is home to the iconic "Big 5" (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion, and leopard) and the graceful impala. Discover the unique "Kopjes" – massive granite boulders amidst vast plains, offering shelter to diverse flora and fauna. Enjoy a picnic lunch during your full-day game drive while marveling at the incredible wildlife and breathtaking scenery. End the adventurous day with a hearty dinner and a restful night at your accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Today, by 9AM in the morning you will head out for a short game drive in the Serengeti after a good breakfast. After completing a half day game drive along with a picnic lunch, we will branch out and head towards the Ngorongoro crater rim. The 75-km drive to Ngorongoro Crater rim will take about 2.5 hrs, with mild game action to see on the way. The crater is one of Africa’s impressive geological attraction and supreme mecca of wilderness. The day comes to an end with a heavy dinner and a good rest in your choice of accommodation. Get a good rest and refuel yourself, for the following day you will descend into the massive crater.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
On the last day of your safari, you will have an early start. Finishing up with a quick breakfast you will make an early descend into the crater floor. The Ngorongoro crater is the world’s largest inactive, intact and unfilled volcanic caldera. It has a massive floor of about 260 sq kms with a depth of over 2000 feet. The 5-hour game drive in the crater floor, will show you a lot of animal action. Keeping the camera ready is definitely recommended. The African elephant, buffalo, Black rhino, Hippos, Hyenas, Cheetahs and Lions are found in plenty. Post the picnic lunch at the beautiful Hippo pool, you will begin a steep ascend to the top exit of the crater. This is the last leg of your safari, with a 4hr drive left to Arusha. You will be dropped off to your preferred location in Arusha by 6PM in the evening. With an incredible experience and loads of memories to cherish, this is the time you bid goodbye to your team.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation
- Meals & Drinks:
What's Included
- Park Entrance fees
- Ngorongoro Crater fees
- All Activities Mentioned
- Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
- Platinum Accommodations
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, & dinner
- Drinks: 1.5 bottle of water per day; tea and coffee
- Airport Pick Up
- Airport Drop off
- Hot Lunch / Lunch Box
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
What's Not Included
- Hot Air Balloon(US$650)
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Travel & Medical insurance
- Visa Cost
- Tip / Gratitude(10)
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry Services
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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