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6 Day Luxury Fly-In to Mara River Crossing Safari
6 Days / 5 Nights · Serengeti · Ngorongoro
From USD 4,700 per person
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About this itinerary
This 6-day luxury fly-in safari takes you straight into the heart of Tanzania’s greatest wildlife spectacles the Serengeti Migration and the Ngorongoro Crater. Skip long road transfers as you fly directly to key wildlife zones, maximizing your time in the wilderness. Spend multiple days tracking the Great Wildebeest Migration across the Serengeti plains and northern river corridors, where dramatic predator action unfolds. Conclude your journey with a breathtaking game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater, home to one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa. Premium lodges, professional guides, seamless transfers, and unforgettable scenery make this the ideal safari for travelers seeking comfort, efficiency, and exceptional wildlife encounters.
Highlights
- Scenic fly-in access to Serengeti no long road drives
- Multi-day Wildebeest Migration tracking
- Game drives across central, northern, or western Serengeti (season-based)
- Possible Mara or Grumeti River crossing sightings
- Luxury lodges and tented camps for a premium safari experience
- Explore Ngorongoro Crater “Africa’s Garden of Eden”
- Professional guides, 4×4 safari vehicle, and full board meals included
- Ideal blend of comfort, adventure, and wildlife photography opportunities
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Itinerary
6 Days / 5 Nights · day to day
Each day is paced for game drives, transfers, and a proper night in camp or lodge.
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Day 1
Fly into Serengeti National Park
Fly from Arusha/Zanzibar to the Serengeti. Upon arrival, meet your safari guide and begin your first game drive across the endless plains. Explore wildlife-rich areas as you head toward your camp.
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Day 2
Full Day Following the Great Migration
Spend the entire day tracking the Great Migration herds, witnessing thousands of wildebeest and zebras on the move. Search for big cats and other wildlife along the riverbanks and plains. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park, then continue your game drive until evening.Dinner and overnight in Serengeti.
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Day 3
Northern Serengeti → Central Serengeti
After breakfast, begin your journey from the Northern Serengeti to the Central Serengeti. Enjoy game drives en route, exploring different habitats known for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and abundant plains game.
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Day 4
Central Serengeti → Ngorongoro Highlands
Start the day with a final morning game drive in the Serengeti. After lunch, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying breathtaking views as you climb into the highlands. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim.Dinner and overnight in Ngorongoro Highlands.
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Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater → Tarangire National Park
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular game drive on the crater floor, home to the Big Five and incredible wildlife diversity. After lunch, leave the crater and continue to Tarangire National Park.
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Day 6
Tarangire → Arusha → Departure
Enjoy a morning game drive in Tarangire, famous for elephants, baobab trees, and rich wildlife. After the safari, drive back to Arusha for drop-off at your hotel or transfer to the airport for your flight.End of tour.
Included / excluded
What's included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- All park entrance fees.
- Accommodation as per itinerary.
- Professional Guide
- Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle
- Bottled water
- free wifi
Not included
- International flights
- Visa and travel insurance.
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips, phone calls, etc.)
- Tips and gratuities
FAQ
Questions about this safari
How much does the 6 Day Luxury Fly-In to Mara River Crossing Safari cost?+
The 6 Day Luxury Fly-In to Mara River Crossing Safari starts from USD 4,700 per person. Request a free quote for your exact dates and group size.
How long is the 6 Day Luxury Fly-In to Mara River Crossing Safari?+
It is 6 Days / 5 Nights and covers Serengeti · Ngorongoro.
Can this safari be tailored?+
Yes. Every itinerary can be adjusted for your dates, pace, accommodation level and budget by our Arusha team.
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