A Tanzania safari is a dream come true for many travelers, offering unparalleled wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes.…
Migration in August to September
5
Days
4
Nights
Trip Overview
Overview
Prepare for an extraordinary 6-day Tanzanian safari designed to put you at the heart of the world-famous Great Migration, particularly the thrilling Mara River crossings. Your adventure begins in Arusha, quickly moving to the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater before heading into the vast plains of the Serengeti. Spend unforgettable days tracking the colossal herds of wildebeest and zebra, witnessing incredible predator-prey interactions, and experiencing the untouched beauty of the Northern Serengeti. This journey culminates with a scenic flight directly from the heart of the park, ensuring maximum wildlife viewing time.
Trip Highlights
Trip Highlights
- Ngorongoro Crater Descent: Explore the unique "Garden of Eden" within this UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasting a permanent population of over 30,000 animals, including the rare Black Rhino. Excellent chances to spot the "Big Five."
- Olduvai Gorge Visit: Step back in time at this crucial archaeological site, contributing to the theory of human origin in Africa.
- Great Migration Spectacle: Immerse yourself in the incredible phenomenon of the Great Wildebeest and Zebra Migration.
- Mara River Crossing Thrills: Witness the iconic and dramatic Mara River crossings, a highlight seen on nature documentaries.
- Northern Serengeti Exploration: Discover the wild and less-visited northern reaches of the Serengeti, known for its pristine landscapes and abundant wildlife.
- Luxurious Migrations Camp Stay: Enjoy comfortable overnight stays at the well-located Migrations Camp, perfectly positioned for migration viewing.
- Scenic Bush Flight: Conclude your safari with a convenient and picturesque flight directly from Kogatende airstrip, maximizing your safari experience.
- Expert Guidance: Benefit from a professional and experienced English-speaking safari guide throughout your journey.
Trip Itinerary
Arrival in Tanzania, our staff will pick you up at Kilimanjaro international Airport and transfer to Arusha where you will have overnight at African Tulip hotel in Arusha. On your arrival at the hotel you will be given briefing about your Safari with your Driver guide or Office representative.
Day 2 :
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast you will descent into the crater for a wonderful game drive (with picnic lunch) within Ngorongoro Crater on world Heritage site holding a permanent population of more than 30,000 animals. As only very few of those migrate in and out of crater with its 2000 ft, high walls, you can expect to see lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, rhinos, antelopes, many birds and other species. The crater is also home of the rare black rhino almost extinct in Tanzania. With a bit of luck you will see the “Big Five” during the game drive and later will drive to your lodge
After breakfast you start you way to Serengeti National Park. A picnic Lunch will be provided. On your way you wall stop at the Olduvai Gorge where the anthropologists Lois and Mary Leakey made many significant discoveries, contributing to the theory that human life originate in Africa.
After stopping for your picnic lunch on a kopje (rock outcropping) in Serengeti you will continue further into the park and go on a game drive.
You will leave early in the morning after breakfast for a full day game viewing. You will spend the day following the great migration of the wildebeests and Zebras. This is where you will witness the wildebeest’s migration crossing River Mara as seen on TV in the Discovery Channel. The majestic landscape of the northern Serengeti is one of the best kept secrets of African safaris. Far from the tourists track, the area offers undisturbed exploration of the fantastic Serengeti. Endless rolling plains and reverie woodlands are home to Lion, Leopards, Cheetahs, Elephants, large herds of antelopes and many other animals. The stunning Mara River filled with Hippos and Crocodiles, cuts through this land and hosts of the greatest spectacles nature has to offer. In the evening you will return to your overnight at Migrations camp
You will have breakfast at the lodge before we embark on an early morning game drive in the park. The migration, consisting of around 2 million animals, is on the move all year round. Depending on the season you may see these impressive phenomena.
Naturally it is also attract a mass of predators and you may be able to see a band of lioness gather for hunt. You will return to a lodge for a lunch to gather strength for the afternoon game drive overnight at Migrations camp
Today you will have a morning game drive until after noon you will have your lunch at the picnic and later fly out to Kilimanjaro airport or Zanzibar.
Trip Includes
Trip excludes
Tanzania Safari Parks Map
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the overall itinerary for this safari?
This 8-day safari takes you through some of Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations. You'll start with arrival in Arusha, followed by game drives in Tarangire National Park, extensive exploration of the Serengeti National Park, and a thrilling descent into the Ngorongoro Crater. The safari concludes with your transfer back to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Which national parks and conservation areas are included in this trip?
This trip includes visits to:
- Tarangire National Park: Known for its large elephant population and majestic baobab trees.
- Serengeti National Park: Famous for the Great Migration and diverse predators.
- Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area: A UNESCO World Heritage Site with a permanent animal population, including the rare black rhino
What's the accommodation like?
You will be staying at:
- African Tulip Hotel in Arusha (Day 1 and Day 7).
- Serengeti Serena Lodge in Serengeti National Park (Day 3, 4, 5).
What animals are expected to be seen on this safari?
You'll have excellent opportunities to see the "Big Five" (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Black Rhino, Buffalo). Additionally, you can expect to spot:
- Tarangire: Large elephant herds, lion, leopard, cheetah, zebra, wildebeest, hippos, various antelopes (including fringe-eared oryx and gerenuk).
- Serengeti: The Great Migration (wildebeest, zebra) will likely be a major highlight given the time of year, along with numerous predators (lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena), African buffalo, giraffe, various gazelles, and a wide array of birds.
- Ngorongoro Crater: A high density of animals including lions, elephants, giraffes (rim), zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, rhinos (black rhino), and many antelope species.
Will I learn about the history of the region?
Yes, on your way to Serengeti National Park, you will stop at Olduvai Gorge, a significant archaeological site where important discoveries related to human origins were made by anthropologists Lois and Mary Leakey.
What should I expect on arrival in Tanzania?
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our staff will meet you and transfer you to the African Tulip Hotel in Arusha. At the hotel, you will receive a briefing about your safari from your driver-guide or an office representative.
How will my departure be handled?
On your final day (Day 8), you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport, arriving approximately two hours before your final flight departure.
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