6-Day Serengeti Great Migration and Lake Manyara Safari
This 6-Day Serengeti Great Migration and Lake Manyara Safari is a six-day road safari from Arusha combining Lake Manyara with four nights in the Serengeti and migration-focused game drives. Our team arranges the transport, accommodation, private driver-guide, meals, park access and day-to-day logistics described in the itinerary. The price of this 6-Day Serengeti Great Migration and Lake Manyara Safari starts from USD 5,021 per person. Day 2 transits the Ngorongoro Conservation Area without a crater game drive; the migration route inside Serengeti is adjusted to seasonal herd movement. The final package price and confirmed inclusions are provided in your written quotation.
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Package Price:
USD 5,021 / Person
Duration:
6 Days / 5 Nights
6-Day Serengeti Great Migration and Lake Manyara Safari at a Glance
6-Day Serengeti Great Migration and Lake Manyara Safari is designed for travelers who want a clearly structured 6 days safari focused on Lake Manyara National Park and Serengeti National Park. We arrange the transport, private driver-guide, accommodation, park access, meals and daily safari logistics described in your written quotation. The route prioritizes realistic travel time and flexible wildlife viewing rather than guaranteed sightings or fixed animal locations.
- Start: Arusha
- End: Arusha
- Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Travel style: Private guided safari
- Main destinations: Lake Manyara National Park and Serengeti National Park
- Transport approach: private 4x4 road safari
- Hot air balloon safari: optional unless specifically included in your quotation
How Much Does the 6-Day Serengeti Great Migration and Lake Manyara Safari Cost?
The price of this 6-Day Serengeti Great Migration and Lake Manyara Safari starts from USD 5,021 per person. The final price can change with your travel date, group size, accommodation choice, supplier availability, park or conservation charges, pickup and drop-off details, and any optional services. We provide the final package price and confirmed inclusions in your written quotation before you book.
What's Included in Your Package
- Private safari vehicle and professional driver-guide for the confirmed road/game-drive sectors
- Accommodation at the package level shown in your written quotation
- Park and conservation access required by the confirmed itinerary
- Meals during the safari as stated in the final itinerary
- Drinking water in the safari vehicle
- Pickup, drop-off and safari logistics shown in the written quotation
What's Not Included
- International flights and Tanzania visa costs
- Travel insurance and personal medical expenses
- Tips and personal purchases
- Optional activities or upgrades not listed in the written quotation
- Alcoholic or premium beverages unless specifically included
- Accommodation or transfers before/after the package unless confirmed in writing
Once the price and inclusions are clear, the next step is to review how the itinerary operates day by day.
6-Day Serengeti Great Migration and Lake Manyara Safari Itinerary
The itinerary below shows the planned flow of the trip. Exact pickup times, park-entry timing, flight times and game-drive routes can change with local conditions, and we confirm the operational schedule before departure.
Day 1: Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Drive from Arusha to Lake Manyara for a game drive, picnic or lodge lunch as confirmed, and an overnight stay in the Manyara area.
Day 2: Lake Manyara to Serengeti via Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Travel toward the Serengeti through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This itinerary uses the area as transit rather than a crater activity day, then continues into Serengeti for game viewing and overnight.
Day 3: Serengeti Migration Game Drives
Spend the day in the Serengeti sector that best fits current wildlife movement, with picnic lunch arrangements when useful.
Day 4: Serengeti Migration Game Drives
Continue wildlife viewing across central or another productive sector, avoiding unnecessary distance when the herds are concentrated elsewhere.
Day 5: Serengeti Migration Game Drives
Use the final full day for flexible game viewing based on current conditions. Specific river crossings are never guaranteed.
Day 6: Morning Game Drive and Return to Arusha
After breakfast and final game viewing, leave the Serengeti for the road journey back to Arusha and your confirmed drop-off point.
Best Time for the 6-Day Serengeti Great Migration and Lake Manyara Safari
The best travel period depends on which part of the Great Migration you want to follow, because the herds move through different Serengeti sectors during the year. Rather than promising one fixed location, we match the route and accommodation area to seasonal conditions available for your dates. Dry-season travel often gives firmer roads and concentrated wildlife around water, while greener months bring lush scenery, newborn animals in some areas and occasional rain.
| Seasonal pattern | What it can offer | What to consider |
|---|---|---|
| Drier periods | Firmer roads in many areas, open views and concentrated activity near reliable water | Busier peak dates can reduce accommodation choice; book earlier |
| Greener periods | Lush scenery, dramatic skies, birdlife and seasonal newborns in some areas | Rain can change road conditions and daily routing |
After choosing dates, the next question is what wildlife and landscapes those dates may produce.
Wildlife You May See
Depending on the season and route, you may encounter wildebeest and zebra herds together with resident wildlife such as lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas and many antelope and bird species. The migration is not a scheduled show: herd positions, predator activity and river crossings change with rainfall, grazing and other natural conditions. Lake Manyara adds groundwater forest, woodland, lake-edge habitats and a different mix of birds and mammals.
We plan the game drives around current conditions while respecting park rules and animal space.
Safari Safety and Participation Requirements
Your driver-guide manages daily safari safety, park rules, vehicle positioning and route decisions. Stay seated when instructed, keep hands and belongings inside the vehicle around wildlife, and follow guide directions at every stop. Road conditions, dust, heat, rain and long driving hours vary by season, so tell us before booking about mobility needs, serious health concerns or other requirements that could affect participation. For any balloon flight, the balloon operator controls the final weather decision and participation rules; launch time is before sunrise and landings can be firm or uneven.
Share any mobility, dietary or medical requirements with us before booking so we can confirm what can be arranged safely.
What to Pack for the 6-Day Serengeti Great Migration and Lake Manyara Safari
Pack for temperature changes, dust and long periods outdoors rather than for formal dress. Early mornings can feel cool even when afternoons are warm, and sun exposure is strong on open game drives.
- Light neutral-coloured shirts and trousers
- Warm layer or light jacket for early mornings
- Comfortable closed shoes
- Sun hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Reusable personal water bottle
- Binoculars and camera with spare batteries or power bank
- Personal medication and a small day bag
With the practical preparation covered, accommodation becomes the next part of the comfort decision.
Where You Stay During the Safari
This package uses mid-range accommodation matched to the route and confirmed availability. We select the overnight area to support the next day’s game-viewing plan and reduce unnecessary backtracking. Exact lodge or camp names, room category, meal plan and any seasonal supplement are confirmed in the written quotation before payment.
- Night 1: Lake Manyara mid-range lodge or camp
- Night 2: Serengeti mid-range camp or lodge
- Night 3: Serengeti mid-range camp or lodge
- Night 4: Serengeti mid-range camp or lodge
- Night 5: Serengeti mid-range camp or lodge
Who This Safari Package Suits
This package suits travelers who want a private guided safari with practical mid-range accommodation and enough time for the destinations shown in the itinerary. It is a better fit when wildlife viewing and route coverage matter more than premium lodge amenities. Choose the road format when you are comfortable with longer transfer days and want the journey between parks to remain part of the safari experience.
If this matches your travel style, the FAQs below answer the final practical questions before you request a quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the 6-Day Serengeti Great Migration and Lake Manyara Safari cost?
The price of our 6-Day Serengeti Great Migration and Lake Manyara Safari starts from USD 5,021 per person. Your final quotation depends on travel dates, group size, accommodation, confirmed transport and any optional services.
How much driving should I expect?
Road-safari days can include several hours of driving between Arusha, Moshi or the parks. We plan early departures, comfort stops and game viewing around the transfer, but exact travel times vary with road, gate and wildlife conditions.
Will I definitely see the Great Migration or a river crossing?
No specific herd position or river crossing can be guaranteed. We plan the Serengeti sector around seasonal patterns and current information, but the herds move naturally in response to rainfall and grazing.
Can I add a Serengeti hot air balloon safari?
Yes, when supplier space and operating conditions allow. The balloon flight is optional unless it appears in your written quotation, and it should be requested early because capacity is limited.
Can this safari be customized?
Yes. We can adjust pickup and drop-off points, accommodation level, private routing, extra nights and compatible add-ons, subject to park logistics and supplier availability. Changes are confirmed in a revised written quotation.