7 Days Zanzibar Budget Serengeti Migration Safari Adventure

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Tour Overview

Overview & Summary


Experience a 7 Days Zanzibar Budget Migration Safari with BMC TOURS & SAFARIS, combining affordable fly in access to Central Serengeti with the Great Wildebeest Migration and Ngorongoro Crater exploration. This budget friendly safari is designed for travelers who want real African wilderness, Big Five encounters, and predator action without compromising key wildlife experiences. Witness massive herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across Serengeti plains while lions, cheetahs, and hyenas follow closely, then continue to Ngorongoro Crater for one of Africa’s most concentrated wildlife viewing experiences.

Day by Day Itinerary

Full Itinerary


Day 1 Fly Zanzibar to Central Serengeti Safari Experience

Scenic fly-in, Seronera airstrip arrival & plains game drive

Serengeti landing strip with wildlife nearby

Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your scenic flight to Seronera Airstrip in Central Serengeti. Enjoy aerial views of Tanzania’s coastline, lakes, and savannah landscapes before arriving in one of Africa’s most important wildlife ecosystems. Upon arrival, meet your safari guide and begin exploring open plains and kopje areas where elephants, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, lions, and cheetahs are commonly seen. Lunch is enjoyed during lunchtime at camp followed by relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay in Serengeti wilderness.

Dinner and overnight at Baobab Central Serengeti Camp
Accommodation
Baobab Central Serengeti Camp
Baobab Camp main lounge tent
Baobab Camp bedroom tent setup
Baobab Camp evening bonfire
Baobab Central Serengeti Camp preview
Day 2–4 Great Migration Safari Experience

Migration tracking, predator tracking & endless plains drives

Thousands of migrating wildebeests in Serengeti

Spend these days exploring Central Serengeti while following the Great Wildebeest Migration across endless grasslands, river systems, and open savannah plains. Thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move together across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing while predators including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas closely follow, creating continuous wildlife action.

Game drives explore different migration zones, kopjes, and river valleys where wildlife activity remains high throughout the day. Central Serengeti also offers excellent sightings of elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and resident wildlife species, making it one of Africa’s best safari photography destinations. Lunch is enjoyed during lunchtime in scenic safari locations before continuing afternoon game drives and returning to camp.

Dinner and overnight at Baobab Central Serengeti Camp
Day 5 Balloon Safari Option, Game Drive & Ngorongoro Highlands Transfer

Optional sunrise flight, Seronera morning drive & highland transit

Transit drive across Serengeti plains to volcanic highlands

Begin the day with an optional early morning hot air balloon safari over Central Serengeti, offering sunrise views of migration herds, predators, rivers, and endless plains. Or after breakfast, continue with a morning game drive across Serengeti’s wildlife rich ecosystems where lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo are frequently seen. After lunch during lunchtime at camp, proceed with a scenic drive toward Ngorongoro Highlands, passing through wildlife corridors and volcanic landscapes.

Dinner and overnight at Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Accommodation
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge cottage room
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge dining area
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge lush gardens
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge preview
Day 6 Ngorongoro Crater Big Five Safari Experience & Karatu Overnight

Caldera floor descent, Lake Magadi flamingos & Big Five search

Ngorongoro crater floor wildlife zebra herds

After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day safari in one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This natural volcanic caldera forms a self contained ecosystem supporting elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos, flamingos, hyenas, and the endangered black rhino across grasslands, swamps, forests, and Lake Magadi. Ngorongoro is widely known as one of the best places in Africa for reliable Big Five sightings within a dramatic scenic setting surrounded by steep crater walls and highland landscapes. Lunch is enjoyed during lunchtime inside the crater before ascending to Karatu.

Dinner and overnight at Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Day 7 Karatu to Arusha Airport & Return to Zanzibar

Farmland transit, flight to Zanzibar & safari conclusion

Scenic road back to Arusha town

After breakfast, travel from Karatu to Arusha Airport through scenic highlands and rural landscapes of northern Tanzania. Upon arrival, take your return flight to Zanzibar, enjoying final aerial views of mountains, lakes, and safari regions. Arrival in Zanzibar marks the end of your Serengeti Migration Safari adventure with BMC TOURS & SAFARIS.

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Included / Excluded

Inclusions & Exclusions


Included

  • All park entry fees Serengeti and Ngorongoro
  • Domestic flights Zanzibar ↔ Serengeti and Arusha ↔ Zanzibar
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Professional safari guide
  • Budget accommodation as per itinerary
  • All meals as indicated
  • Game drives in Serengeti and Ngorongoro
  • Bottled drinking water during safari
  • Government taxes and conservation fees
  • Airport transfers

Excluded

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional balloon safari
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for guide and staff
  • Optional activities not mentioned in itinerary
Add-Ons

Optional Activities


Maasai village cultural visit add-on during safari
Maasai Village Visit
Optional add-on
Hot air balloon safari add-on over Serengeti plains
Balloon Safari
Optional add-on
Walking safari add-on
Walking Safari
Optional add-on
From
$4,208.50
Per Person
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
ComfortBudget / Mid-Range
Group SizePrivate Safari
VehiclePrivate 4x4 Land Cruiser
TransferIncluded (Airport/Hotel)
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Quoted prices in USD per person based on private safari group size.
SEASON / VALIDITY 1 PAX 2 PAX 3 PAX 4 PAX 5 PAX 6 PAX 7 PAX
High Season $5,865.00 $4,208.50 $3,777.67 $3,562.25 $3,433.00 $3,346.83 $3,285.29
Shoulder Season $5,645.00 $4,033.50 $3,602.67 $3,387.25 $3,258.00 $3,171.83 $3,110.29
Low Season $5,365.00 $3,843.50 $3,412.67 $3,197.25 $3,068.00 $2,981.83 $2,920.29
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Frequently Asked Questions


This package includes domestic flights from Zanzibar to Seronera Airstrip (Central Serengeti) on Day 1, and from Arusha back to Zanzibar on Day 7. All airport transfers in Zanzibar, Serengeti, and Arusha are fully arranged and included.
Accommodation includes Baobab Central Serengeti Camp (Days 1 to 4) nestled in the central plains, and Bougainvillea Safari Lodge in Karatu (Days 5 and 6) in the volcanic highlands.
No, the hot air balloon flight is an optional add-on activity on Day 5. If you wish to experience it, please let us know so we can pre-arrange it for you.
Central Serengeti (Seronera) is famous for its high density of predators, including resident prides of lions, leopards, and cheetahs. You will also see elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and massive herds of migrating wildebeest and zebras.
Yes! Since this fly-in package eliminates the long hours of overland driving from Arusha to the Serengeti, it is highly recommended for families, couples, and seniors seeking a direct and budget-friendly safari experience.