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Our Best 5 Days Serengeti Great Migration and Ngorongoro Crater Safari Tour for 2027-2028, is a great choice for travelers who want to see Tanzania's famous wildlife. Organized by Tanzania Safari Radar, this safari takes you through Central Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater, with guided game drives and chances to see the Great Wildebeest Migration. We plan the journey according to your travel dates, the expected location of the herds, and suitable places to stay. You'll travel in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof, giving you a good view of wildlife during the game drives. This 5 days safari trip combines wildlife viewing, beautiful landscapes, and comfortable overnight stays accommodation.
The best Serengeti area for seeing the Great Wildebeest Migration depends on the month you travel. From January to March, the southern Serengeti and Ndutu area are important places to see wildebeest giving birth, with many young calves attracting predators such as lions and cheetahs. Around April and May, the herds often move through the central and western parts of the Serengeti ecosystem. During June and July, some herds may be found near the Grumeti River in Western Serengeti as they move north. From July to October, Northern Serengeti, specifically the Kogatende area, is a popular place to look for large herds and possible Mara River crossings.
Central Serengeti, especially the Seronera Valley, is a good area for wildlife viewing throughout the year. Rivers and water sources attract many animals, making this area a good place to look for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife. During your game drives, your Tanzania Safari Radar guide will help you search for animals, explain their behavior, and choose suitable places for wildlife viewing. You may see lions resting in the grass, leopards in trees, or groups of elephants moving across the plains. The central Serengeti also offers chance to see resident wildlife even when the main migration herds are in another part of the serengeti national park.
Your safari also includes a visit to Ngorongoro Crater, one of Tanzania's best-known wildlife areas. After driving down to the crater floor, you'll explore open grasslands, wetlands, and woodland where many animals live. During the game drive, you may see lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, and other wildlife. The crater is also one of the places where you may have a chance to see the Big Five and black rhino. Your guide will help you look for the Big Five. After the game drive and lunch, you'll leave the crater and continue your journey toward Arusha.
Tanzania Safari Radar offers different safari packages to fit your travel budget level. The Gold Packages provides an affordable package safari experience, while the Platinum Package offers mid-range accommodation and added comfort. The Diamond Package is designed for travelers who prefer upper mid-range or luxury level. Depending on your selected package, you can discuss accommodation, meals, transport, and other arrangements with our team before confirming. We also help you plan the Serengeti journey according to your travel month. Contact Tanzania Safari Radar to check availability for 2027-2028, compare package options, and plan your 5 days safari.
Safari costs depend on the number of travellers in your private safari tour, the accommodation category, park fees, transport and any optional activities. Tanzania Safari Radar can help arrange luxury tented camps, affordable lodge or mid-range and luxury accommodation, with higher-category options available on request. A hot-air balloon safari in the Serengeti may also be added at an extra cost, subject to availability and suitable weather conditions. Before booking, confirm which meals, accommodation, park fees, transfers and activities are included in your safari tour throughout the journey.
Best Time for 5 Days Serengeti Great Migration and Ngorongoro Crater Safari Tour (2027-2028)
January to March (The Calving Season): These months are a great time to visit the southern Serengeti and Ndutu plains, where many wildebeest gather to give birth. February is usually the peak of the calving season, attracting lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other predators looking for food. You may see newborn calves and exciting wildlife activity across the open plains.
April to May (The Green Season): During these months, the rains turn the Serengeti green landscape and create beautiful scenery for photography and birdwatching. The Great Migration herds usually begin moving northwest through the Serengeti's Western Corridor. Rain may affect road conditions, but our 4x4 safari vehicles are suitable for game drives in these changing conditions.
June to October (The Dry Season): This is a popular time for a Tanzania safari because wildlife is often easier to spot as the grass becomes shorter and animals gather near rivers and water sources. Central Serengeti is known for lions, leopards, cheetahs, and other wildlife. From around July to October, large wildebeest herds may move through Northern Serengeti, where river crossings can sometimes be seen near the Mara River.
November to December (The Short Rains Season): Short rains bring fresh grass and green landscapes to the Serengeti National Park. During this time, many wildebeest and zebras begin moving south toward the Ndutu plains and southern Serengeti. This season can be a good choice for travelers who want to enjoy beautiful scenery and wildlife with fewer visitors in some areas. The exact movement of the herds depends on rainfall and grazing conditions.
