Journeys/Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro

7-Day Budget Migration Safari

Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro

7 Days / 6 Nights

4.9(18)

Moderate

Presented by Tanzania Budget Safari

Overview

About this journey

This 7-day migration safari is designed for travellers who want maximum time in the Serengeti to follow the Great Wildebeest Migration. With four nights in the Serengeti, your guide has the flexibility to track the herds wherever they are — from the southern calving grounds to the dramatic northern river crossings. The safari also includes Tarangire's elephant herds and the Ngorongoro Crater's concentrated Big Five wildlife. Budget camping and an expert migration guide make this the best value extended migration experience available.

Four nights in the Serengeti — maximum migration timeFlexible itinerary follows the herds wherever they areRiver crossing opportunities (Jun-Oct)Calving season spectacle (Jan-Mar)Tarangire elephant herdsNgorongoro Crater Big Five finale

Your Itinerary

Day by day

Depart Arusha and drive to Tarangire for a day of game drives among elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Camp near the park.

Accommodation

Budget camping — Tarangire area campsite

Meals

Lunch (packed), Dinner

Experiences

Transfer to TarangireFull-day game driveElephant and baobab landscapes

Morning game drive in Tarangire, then transfer to the Serengeti via the Ngorongoro Highlands. Enter the park and begin tracking the migration herds with an afternoon game drive.

Accommodation

Budget camping — Serengeti public campsite

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch (packed), Dinner

Experiences

Morning Tarangire driveHighland transferAfternoon migration tracking

Full day dedicated to tracking the Great Migration. Your guide will drive to the area where herds are concentrated. Watch hundreds of thousands of wildebeest and zebra moving across the plains, with predators in close pursuit.

Accommodation

Budget camping — Serengeti public campsite

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch (packed), Dinner

Experiences

Dawn migration driveHerd trackingPredator sightingsPlains exploration

Continue following the migration herds. During the dry season (Jun-Oct), push north towards the Mara River for crossing attempts. During calving season (Jan-Mar), explore the southern Ndutu area. Full-day game drives with packed lunch in the bush.

Accommodation

Budget camping — Serengeti public campsite

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch (packed), Dinner

Experiences

Full-day migration trackingRiver crossing watch (seasonal)Big cat encounters

Explore the Seronera Valley — the Serengeti's wildlife hub. Morning drive for leopard sightings in the sausage trees and hippo pods in the river. Afternoon drive to the kopjes for lion prides. Last night in the Serengeti.

Accommodation

Budget camping — Serengeti public campsite

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch (packed), Dinner

Experiences

Seronera Valley driveLeopard trackingKopje explorationSunset drive

Morning game drive in the Serengeti for final sightings. Depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Camp on the crater rim with dinner and stunning caldera views.

Accommodation

Budget camping — Simba Campsite, Ngorongoro

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch (packed), Dinner

Experiences

Morning Serengeti driveTransfer to NgorongoroCrater rim sunset

Dawn descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning Big Five game drive. Search for black rhino, lion, elephant, buffalo, and leopard. Flamingos at Lake Magadi and hippo pods in the marshes. Ascend from the crater and return to Arusha by late afternoon.

Accommodation

End of tour — Arusha drop-off

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch (packed)

Experiences

Crater descentBig Five game driveFlamingo viewingReturn to Arusha

What to Expect

Included & excluded

Included

Arusha round-trip transfers
All park fees and crater service fee
Expert migration guide (English-speaking)
4x4 safari vehicle
Full-board meals
Camping accommodation
Drinking water

Not Included

International flights
Tanzania visa
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Beverages
Sleeping bag rental
Optional balloon safari ($599)
Personal expenses

Pricing

Investment

Group Size	Travelers	Price per Person
Solo Traveller	1-1 pax	$2,028
2 People	2-2 pax	$1,560
4-6 People	4-6 pax	$1,326

Your Guide

Meet your operator

Gosheni Safaris

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Arusha, Tanzania

Award-winning safari operator based in Arusha with 15+ years of experience leading unforgettable wildlife expeditions across Tanzania.

Brand

Common Questions

Frequently Asked

What is included in the 7-Day Budget Migration Safari?

The tour includes accommodation, meals as specified in the itinerary, professional guide services, park fees, and all transfers during the 7-day journey. See the "Included & Excluded" section above for full details.

How do I book the 7-Day Budget Migration Safari?

Use the booking widget on this page to select your dates and group size, then submit a booking inquiry. Gosheni Safaris will confirm availability within 24 hours. Payment is processed securely through PesaPal.

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation is available up to 30 days before departure for a full refund. Cancellations 15-29 days before receive a 50% refund. Less than 15 days: no refund. Some operators may have specific policies that differ.

How difficult is this tour?

This tour is rated as moderate. A reasonable level of fitness is recommended, but no special training is required.

Is Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro safe for tourists?

Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro is a popular and well-established safari destination. Your guide from Gosheni Safaris will be with you throughout the journey, and all activities follow established safety protocols. We recommend travel insurance for all trips.

From

$1,560

per person

Travel Date

Adults

Children

$1,560 x 2 people$3,120

2 People pricing applied

No payment is taken at this step. We confirm availability with the operator first.

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