7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing worth booking?
7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing is a 168-hour experience in Arusha, Tanzania, from $4,428 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 168 hours
- From
- $4,428 per person
The Outty verdict
It ranks #7 of the 7 similar experiences we compared in Arusha, with an Outty Ranking of 65. At $4,428 it sits above the typical similar option ($1,031), so book it for what is included rather than price. Best for couples and travelers who want a full-day outing.
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Our 7-day Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing safari takes you into the northern Serengeti National Park and offers the best chance of seeing death-defying leaps and heart-wrenching near misses as you spend multiple nights and days in the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The high drama of a river crossing at the Mara River is arguably the highlight of the Wildebeest Migration, a stunning life-and-death display as hundreds of thousands of wildebeest brave the treacherous currents and lurking crocodiles in a last ditch attempt to reach the safety of the Maasai Mara in Kenya.
What you get
- Professional-English Speaking guide
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop up roof
- Parking fees
About this experience
Our 7-day Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing safari takes you into the northern Serengeti National Park and offers the best chance of seeing death-defying leaps and heart-wrenching near misses as you spend multiple nights and days in the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The high drama of a river crossing at the Mara River is arguably the highlight of the Wildebeest Migration, a stunning life-and-death display as hundreds of thousands of wildebeest brave the treacherous currents and lurking crocodiles in a last ditch attempt to reach the safety of the Maasai Mara in Kenya.
What's included
Included
- Professional-English Speaking guide
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop up roof
- Parking fees
Not included
- Travel and Medical Insurance
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- International & Domestic Flights
- Alcohol
- Olduvai Gorge Museum fee
- Tips
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Arusha
For those customers who don't require pick up transfer can just wait at company's office area.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
For those customers who don't require pick up transfer can just wait at company's office area.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Aardvark Expeditions Limited
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A journey of a lifetime!
7 unforgettable days... The tour was very well organized. We really had the opportunity to get very close to the animals. Our guide Joshua was very competent. He gave us a lot of information about the animals but also the nature. The accommodation was perfect as well as the food. Once again, a big thank you Philemon for having responded so well to our request.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
A Wonderful Safari
The Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Aardvark Expeditions ensured this with a robust itinerary to experience, relaxation in authentic and hospitable accommodation and guidance from a highly professional and experienced safari guide. The Aardvark Expedition service was personalised and delivered beyond our expectations.
via Tripadvisor
Spectacular Safari Tour
The Safari was excellent. We had a private tour with a very knowledgeable guide who knew where the big game were located and had extensive historical knowledge including information on flora and fauna and on the extent of Ngorongoro Crater and details about the crater and extensive tour of Tarangire National Park with great in-depth details about plants and animals. Our tour guides name was DONATUS NGOWI and he was a great personal guide with tons of information and a great sense of humor.
Response from the operator: Dear wahaney, Great to hear from you, It was a great honor to us for you giving us the opportunity to serve you. For us @Aardvark Expeditions, the comfort and satisfaction of our clients will always remain our number ONE priority as we strive to provide value for money to all our esteemed customers. We invite you to visit Tanzania again in the foreseeable future to enjoy this vast endowment of great natural attractions that have transformed this country into a quality tourism destination of choice around the African continent and the East African region in particular. M/s Aardvark Expeditions will always be at your beck and call to serve you diligently and satisfactorily.
via Tripadvisor
Definitely do!
Was very nice and good! Had a great time and super good and nice people from Aardvark Expeditions Limited!
Response from the operator: Dear MartijnV237 Good to know you enjoyed every bit of your safari experience in Tanzania. Aardvark Expeditions will always be at your service next time you plan to visit our country and for sure you will never regret booking a safari with us. Best wishes.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
An unforgettable 3-day safari in Tanzania
Our first trip to Tanzania. I really wanted to visit the safari, see the animals in their natural habitat, not in the zoo! The safari tour was booked at the last minute after receiving advance information from SafariBookings.com. Several companies responded quickly, one of them Aardvark Expeditions. Philemon Joel (Philemon) immediately contacted us via WatsApp, we discussed tour details and accommodation options. Philemon went to our meeting without taking a payment in advance, as there was no time to make a payment through the bank, nor was there any experience with such payments. Upon arrival in the city of Arusha, Philemon and driver Urio picked us up at the airport and took us to our hotel! By the way, Philemon arranged a transfer from the airport to the hotel and back absolutely free of charge. We spent the next three days in company with Urio, following our tour schedule. The first day at Tarangire National Park was striking with stunning views of the African savannah, with majestic baobabs. We watched herds of zebras and antelope Gnu walk to and from the watering hole in a measured manner, ignoring passing tourist cars. At noon, a group of elephants were observed hiding from the sun in the shade of trees. Another group of young elephants was searching for water along a dried-up riverbed. Baboons strolled along the road with their extended family, and surprised ostriches looked warily into our faces.) At noon Urio thoughtfully arranged for us to have lunch in the special area. We reinforced ourselves and continued to explore the grounds of this beautiful park. Urio told us about animals, their habits, embellishing his story with old legends. In the evening, we stayed overnight at Eileen’s Trees Inn. On the second day, our journey was to Ngorongoro Crater. The territory of the crater is represented by the habitats of various animals. Here we were able to see a lion pride resting by the creek at noon. Very striking are hyenas and warblers, which in the wild look even more bizarre than on TV) The vast territory of the crater, through which thousands of different animals move throughout the day. It's breathtaking to see that. Unfortunately, our vehicle was not equipped with a walkie-talkie and we had to circle the vast area hoping to see the rhino and the giraffes. At the same time, some vehicles were equipped with walkie-talkies and were able to travel more quickly to the animals. At noon there was lunch again, and unfortunately it was no different from the previous day: sad dry chicken, fruit and dessert. It was very frustrating not to have a thermos with hot tea or coffee (The issue of nutrition is worth considering for the future, because all day on dry rations not everyone can stand. On the final day we visited Lake Manyara. Here we finally have the good fortune to see giraffes and huge herds of elephants walking to a watering hole. Surprisingly, this small park struck the most, as it was possible to observe animals in close proximity to the car. The roof of our car was leaning up and direct visual contact could be made with animals passing by. It was still the same sad lunch for lunch... Overall, the tour was very enjoyable, apart from a few remarks on the organization. Aardvark Expeditions has the potential for growth and quality improvement, but in a highly competitive environment the service and price provided look very attractive. Don't be afraid to go to Tanzania, friends! And we are already planning another trip at the end of the rainy season to visit Serengeti...)/ mr. Ivan & mama Ivan
Response from the operator: Dear ivant931 We are pleased to get your feed back from your 3 day safari experience. Your direct observations are also well received and appreciated for they will enable us to improve the quality of our service provision process where we fell short last time around. We regret any inconveniences so caused to you while on safari. None the less Aardvark Expeditions would like to thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to organize your safari and warmly invites you to visit Tanzania again in the near future.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 168 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 16+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Arusha.
How does 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing compare to similar tours in Arusha?
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It ranks #7 of the 7 similar experiences we compared in Arusha, with an Outty Ranking of 65. At $4,428 it sits above the typical similar option ($1,031), so book it for what is included rather than price. Best for couples and travelers who want a full-day outing.
Who is 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing best for?
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It suits couples and travelers who want a full-day outing best, based on its 168-hour length, minimum age of 16 and free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Is 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing good value?
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It is a premium pick. It starts at $4,428, above the $1,031 typical for similar experiences in Arusha.
How much does 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing cost?
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Prices start at $4,428 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Arusha usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing take?
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Plan for about 168 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Arusha is not rushed.
Is 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Arusha, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 16. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 168-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Arusha can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Arusha and add a light layer if any part of the 168-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Arusha within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Arusha?
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On Outty we rank every Arusha experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Arusha Guided City Tour &Hotel Pickup (History, Culture &Market, 5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai, Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Arusha?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Arusha?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing?
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Included: Professional-English Speaking guide; Lunch; Dinner; Breakfast; and 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop up roof. Not included: Travel and Medical Insurance; Air-conditioned vehicle; International & Domestic Flights; and Alcohol. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 246 listed pickup locations in and around Arusha. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Arusha. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about 7 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing?
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Across 7 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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