3-Day Fly in & out Migration Crossing from Zanzibar

Safari Overview

Witness one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on Earth — the Great Wildebeest Migration River Crossing.

This exclusive 3-day fly-in fly-out safari from Zanzibar takes you directly to the Northern Serengeti, where thousands of wildebeests and zebras cross the dramatic Mara River while predators lie in wait.

Designed for travelers with limited time, this package maximizes wildlife viewing while offering a luxurious and seamless safari experience.

Best time: July – October (Mara River Crossing Season)


 Detailed Itinerary


 Day 1: Zanzibar – Fly to Northern Serengeti

Morning

  • Early transfer from your Zanzibar hotel to the airport

  • Scheduled light aircraft flight to Kogatende Airstrip (Northern Serengeti)

  • Scenic aerial views of Serengeti plains

Arrival

  • Meet your professional safari guide

  • Immediate game drive en route to camp

Migration Experience

  • Search for wildebeest herds near Mara River

  • Possible river crossing action

  • Predator sightings (lions, crocodiles, cheetahs)

Evening

  • Transfer to luxury migration tented camp

  • Sunset views over the savannah

  • Dinner & overnight

🏕️ Luxury Migration Camp Options (subject to availability)

  • Mara Mara Tented Lodge

  • Serengeti River Camp

  • Nyota Luxury Migration Camp

  • Baobab Mara Luxury Camp

  • Similar Northern Serengeti category


 Day 2: Full-Day Migration Safari

Early Morning

  • Sunrise game drive near Mara River

  • Track wildebeest herds gathering for crossing

Full-Day Game Drive

  • Follow migration movements

  • Visit multiple river crossing points

  • Observe crocodiles waiting in the river

  • Watch predators stalking prey

Wildlife Highlights

  • Thousands of wildebeests

  • Zebras & gazelles

  • Nile crocodiles

  • Lions & cheetahs

  • Hyenas & vultures

  • Elephants & giraffes

Optional Experience

  • Hot air balloon safari (additional cost)

Evening

  • Return to camp

  • Campfire drinks

  • Dinner under the stars

  • Overnight at luxury camp


Day 3: Morning Game Drive – Fly Back to Zanzibar

Morning

  • Early breakfast

  • Short game drive (time permitting)

  • Transfer to Kogatende Airstrip

Flight

  • Scheduled flight back to Zanzibar

  • Transfer to your beach hotel

Continue your beach holiday after an unforgettable migration adventure.


 Migration Safari Highlights

✔️ Direct Fly-In to Northern Serengeti
✔️ Witness Mara River Crossing (Seasonal)
✔️ Two Nights in Migration Area
✔️ Private 4×4 Safari Vehicle
✔️ Professional Migration Specialist Guide
✔️ Luxury Tented Camp Experience
✔️ Seamless Zanzibar Connection


 Package Includes

  • Return domestic flights (Zanzibar – Northern Serengeti – Zanzibar)

  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

  • Professional English-speaking guide

  • All park & conservation fees

  • 2 Nights luxury migration camp accommodation (Full Board)

  • All meals during safari

  • Drinking water

  • Zanzibar airport transfers


 Not Included

  • International flights

  • Travel insurance

  • Visa fees

  • Balloon safari (optional)

  • Premium alcoholic beverages

  • Tips for guide & lodge staff

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