Overview & Summary
Venture into the remote western reaches of the Serengeti, where the Grumeti River carves through ancient landscapes and the annual Great Migration meets its greatest challenge. This exclusive safari is designed for those seeking solitude and drama away from the crowds. Fly directly into the Western Corridor, home to massive crocodiles, large lion prides, and during June and July, the thundering herds of wildebeest crossing crocodile infested waters. Explore the Grumeti River's hippo filled pools, track predators across open plains, then journey to Central Serengeti's Seronera Valley for year-round wildlife concentrations. With light aircraft flights maximizing your time in the wild and expert BMC TOURS & SAFARIS guides, this is a safari for discerning travelers who want to witness nature at its most raw and powerful.
Full Itinerary
KIA Airport Transfer, Mount Meru views & Private Safari Briefing
Your safari begins with a warm welcome from your BMC TOURS & SAFARIS driver at Kilimanjaro International Airport. You are transferred to your comfortable hotel in Arusha, where you settle in and take in views of Mount Meru.
The afternoon is yours to relax, perhaps exploring the vibrant local markets or simply unwinding by the pool. In the evening, your safari guide meets you for a private briefing, reviewing the adventure ahead and sharing insights into the remote Western Corridor you will soon explore. A delicious dinner awaits, setting the tone for the exclusive journey to come.
Dinner and overnight at Mount Meru Hotel
Scenic Light Aircraft Flight, Giant Nile Crocodiles & Hippo Pool Game Drives
After breakfast, you are transferred to Arusha Airport for your scheduled flight to the Grumeti Airstrip in the Western Corridor of the Serengeti. As you soar above the Ngorongoro Highlands and descend onto the vast plains, the landscape shifts to the riverine forests and rolling hills of the remote west. Upon landing, your private safari guide welcomes you and escorts you into the wilderness.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive along the Grumeti River, famous for its massive Nile crocodiles—some measuring over five meters—and resident pods of hippos wallowing in the shallows. The river's banks attract elephants, giraffes, and buffalo, while lions laze in the shade. Arrive at your comfortable camp as the sun sets, with dinner and overnight in the heart of the Western Corridor.
Dinner and overnight at Moyo Tented Camp
Grumeti River Wildebeest Crossing Tracking (June-July) & Solitary Wilderness Drives
Wake before dawn for an early morning game drive as the Western Corridor awakens in golden light. This region is defined by the Grumeti River, which acts as a natural barrier for the Great Migration. During June and July, thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather along its banks, braving crocodile infested waters in one of nature's most dramatic spectacles.
Even outside migration season, the Western Corridor offers exceptional resident game—large lion prides rule the plains, elephants roam the woodlands, and giraffes browse acacia trees. Your expert guide leads you along the river, tracking predators and observing the constant drama of survival. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot, then continue exploring through the afternoon. Return to your camp as the sun sets, sharing stories of the day's wonders over dinner.
Dinner and overnight at Moyo Tented CampCross-Serengeti Wildlife Tracking, Acacia Savannahs & Granite Kopjes
After a final morning game drive along the Grumeti River, enjoy a leisurely breakfast before beginning your journey toward Central Serengeti. The drive takes you through changing landscapes—from riverine forests to open savannahs dotted with acacia trees and ancient granite kopjes.
Your guide keeps a watchful eye for wildlife along the way, as the area between the Western Corridor and Seronera Valley is rich with elephants, giraffes, and resident predators. Stop for a picnic lunch at a scenic spot, then continue your exploration. Arrive at your comfortable camp in the Seronera Valley in the late afternoon, where you are welcomed with views of the endless plains. Settle in, then enjoy a delicious dinner as the sun sets over this iconic landscape.
Dinner and overnight at Moyo Tented CampSunrise Seronera Valley Game Drive, Big Cats Tracking & Granite Kopjes Safaris
Wake before dawn for an early morning game drive as the Serengeti awakens in golden light—prime time for predator sightings. The Seronera Valley, one of Africa's most predator rich regions, offers lions stalking zebras, cheetahs scanning from termite mounds, and leopards draped in acacia branches.
Spend the day exploring the valley's diverse habitats, from open grasslands to ancient granite kopjes where leopards laze and hyraxes scurry among the rocks. Your expert guide navigates the Seronera River, whose permanent water sources attract resident wildlife year round. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the sounds of the bush, then continue your exploration through acacia woodlands. Return to camp as the sun sets, sharing stories of the day's wonders over dinner.
Dinner and overnight at Moyo Tented CampSunrise Seronera Plains Wildlife, Light Aircraft Flight & Departure Transfer
After a final morning game drive through the Seronera Valley, savor the last moments of the Serengeti's stunning landscapes—perhaps one last glimpse of lions resting in the grass or elephants crossing the plains.
Return to camp for breakfast, then transfer to Seronera Airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Arusha. Upon landing, your BMC TOURS & SAFARIS driver meets you for transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. As your Western Corridor safari concludes, reflect on the raw drama of the Grumeti River, the solitude of the remote wilderness, and the timeless beauty of the Serengeti.
END OF OUR SERVICESInclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Private transfers from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha hotel
- Domestic flights: Arusha to Grumeti Airstrip, Seronera Airstrip to Arusha
- Comfortable accommodations
- All meals: 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
- Daily game drives with expert BMC guide
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- All park entry fees and conservation levies
- Bottled drinking water throughout
- All government taxes
Excluded
- International flights
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tanzania visa fees
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, spa)
- Tips for guide and lodge staff
- Accommodation in Arusha before or after safari
Optional Activities
