Northern Serengeti Migration Safari
Mara River crossings from the finest Kogatende & Lamai camps
Overview
Six days built entirely around the greatest scene in the Great Migration — the Mara River crossings in the far north of the Serengeti. You fly straight to the Kogatende airstrip and stay ringside in the finest tented camps of the Kogatende and Lamai sectors, positioning every game drive to intercept the herds as they mass on the riverbank and plunge into crocodile-filled waters between July and October.
This is the northern sector at its most focused: a private guide throughout, camps that sit within minutes of the active crossing points, and a quieter, less-crowded alternative to the central and southern plains. Crossings are the most dramatic wildlife spectacle in Africa — and, honestly, the most unpredictable, which is exactly why staying this close for several days matters.
Who It's For
Travellers who want the river crossings specifically rather than a general Serengeti tour — couples, photographers and migration chasers who will trade a broader itinerary for several unhurried days in the heart of the crossing country.
Package Highlights
Mara River Crossings
Ringside for the herds and the crocodiles, July to October
Kogatende & Lamai Camps
The northern sector's finest tented suites
Big Cats
Large lion prides and leopards along the river
Fly-In Access
Straight to Kogatende — no long overland drives
Private Guide
Your own vehicle and guide throughout
Fewer Crowds
The quieter alternative to the central plains
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Meet your private guide at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer to a garden lodge. Rest, brief on the days ahead, and dine under the trees.
🏨 Accommodation: Legendary Lodge, Arusha
🍽️ Meals: Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner
Your Route
Tap a marker to see each stop on your journey.
Featured Lodges & Accommodation
Sayari Camp
📍 Kogatende, Northern Serengeti
Asilia's flagship northern camp, combining refined tented suites with expert guiding and dedicated two-bedroom family tents, minutes from the Mara River crossing points.
From $1,400 per person per night
Lamai Serengeti
📍 Kogatende escarpment, Northern Serengeti
Nomad's intimate camp built into the rocks of the Kogatende escarpment, with panoramic Mara River views, open-fronted rooms and ringside access to the crossings.
From $1,450 per person per night
Singita Mara River Tented Camp
📍 Lamai, Northern Serengeti
Singita's most exclusive tented camp, set directly on the Mara River with just a handful of suites, private decks over the water and front-row positioning for the crossings.
From $2,200 per person per night
Pricing & Options
All prices per person sharing. Customize any tier to your preferences.
Signature
(~$1,040/night)
Hand-picked northern-sector camps, shared game drives, all meals and park fees
Get QuotePrivate
(~$1,680/night)
Suite upgrades, a private vehicle and guide throughout, premium beverages
Get QuoteExclusive
(~$2,520/night)
The finest river-front suites, exclusive-use vehicle, private dining and bespoke extras
Get QuoteWhat's Included & Excluded
✓ Included
- ✓ 5 nights northern-sector tented-camp accommodation
- ✓ All meals and selected beverages
- ✓ Game drives positioned daily for the crossings
- ✓ Park and concession fees
- ✓ Light-aircraft flights Arusha–Kogatende–Arusha
- ✓ Airstrip and airport transfers
- ✓ Private guide and 4x4 (Private & Exclusive tiers)
✗ Excluded
- ✗ International and domestic flights unless stated
- ✗ Travel insurance
- ✗ Visa fees
- ✗ Premium wines and champagne
- ✗ Gratuities
- ✗ Personal expenses
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Best Time to Travel
July to October is the Mara River crossing window in the northern Serengeti, with August and September the most consistent for crossing activity.
Why Choose This Package
Ringside Crossings
Every day is worked around the active river crossing points, not a broad tour that only passes through.
Fly-In Convenience
Straight to the Kogatende airstrip — no long, rough overland drives from the central plains.
The Finest Northern Camps
You stay ringside at Sayari, Lamai and Singita Mara River — the best addresses in the crossing country.
Frequently Asked Questions
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From $5,200 per person | 6 Days / 5 Nights
⚡ Limited availability for peak season 2026 — book early to secure your dates
