Serengeti Migration

THE GREAT MIGRATION – STARTING FROM $160 PER PERSON-PER DAY

The Great Migration is the one of the most breathtaking natural events you’ll ever get to experience. With more than 1.5 million Wildebeest and hundreds of thousands of Zebra all racing for their lives, the intense border crossing is charged with non-stop excitement and action. Watch on as dangerous predators as they stalk their prey and wait for the perfect moment to pounce. 

On days 3-7 of the Serengeti Migration tour you have the option to add a ‘once in a lifetime experience’ Balloon Flight over the incredible Serengeti National Park. With a traditional Champagne toast after landing, and an ‘Out of Africa’ style breakfast, freshly prepared and served to make your time in the African bush ever more special.

OPTIONS:

Serengeti Migration Safari (8 Days) – Luxury
Serengeti Migration Safari (8 Days) – Lodge/Tented Camp
Serengeti Migration Safari (8 Days) – Camping

Note:
Each option includes the same itinerary; differing only in the type of accommodation offered.

Safari Itinerary

DAY 1: Moshi/Arusha – Lake Manyara

Depart Moshi / Arusha for a Lake Manyara National Park game drive. This lush ‘little park’ situated on the footsteps of the Great Rift Valley provides a home to a wide range of different animals including elephants, buffalos, giraffes, hippos as well as more than 400 species of birds. It is most famous for its tree-climbing lions, resting on Acacia branches six to seven meters above the ground.

Overnight accommodation available: Lodge/Hotel/Luxury Tented Camp/or Basic Camping.

DAY 2: Lake Manyara – Olduvai Gorge – Serengeti

After breakfast head off to the world famous Serengeti National Park, with an optional stop at ‘the cradle of mankind’, as Olduvai Gorge is commonly referred as. From here enter the celebrated Serengeti, which is the size equivalent to Ireland, and home to four million different animals as well as the nature’s finest spectacle, the Great Wildebeest Migration.

Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Luxury Tented Camp/or Basic Camping.

DAY 3: Serengeti

As one section of the herds of Wildebeest, Zebras and antelopes drift towards western Serengeti, seeking for the permanent waters of the Grumeti River, the others will continue further north towards Lake Victoria. All the migration routes are closely pursued by predators such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas and vultures, waiting patiently for the right moment to strike and enjoy a fresh meal.

Overnight: Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Luxury Tented Camp/or Basic Camping.

DAY 4: Serengeti

From the West, you will transfer to the North of the Serengeti National Park, where the other herds of Wildebeest, Zebras and antelopes ‘race for life’ is underway. Watch on from key vantage points as the swarms of frantic animals search for clear waters to cross from the northern rivers including the Mara River that flows into Kenya.

Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp in Northern Serengeti

DAY 5: Serengeti

Enjoy another day in the Northern part of Serengeti National Park observing the Great Migration. Watch in awe as animals risk it all to cross raging rivers with strong currents whilst trying to avoid hungry Nile Crocodiles lying in wait. All to reach the green pastures of the Maasai Mara.

Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp in Northern Serengeti

DAY 6: Serengeti

When grazing in Mara is exhausted, the migrators turn back to central Serengeti to breed, but the danger isn’t yet over as hungry predators will follow.

Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp in Central Serengeti

DAY 7: Serengeti – Maasai Boma – Ngorongoro

Enjoy a sunrise game drive in the southern, endless plains of the Serengeti. After lunch there will be the option of stopping by a colourful Maasai tribal home. These pastoral nomads have vigorously resisted change and still follow the same lifestyle they have lived for centuries! Offering a true insight into tribal life that stretches back through time.

Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Luxury Tented Camp/or Basic Camping.

DAY 8: Ngorongoro Crater – Moshi/Arusha

After breakfast descend into the Ngorongoro Crater to witness it’s beauty and abundance of wildlife. Here you will have huge opportunities to spot the Big Five wildlife in their natural surroundings. Enjoy a Picnic lunch. In the afternoon return to Moshi / Arusha town.

End of tour

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SAFARI INCLUDES:

  • Transfers in both directions between the International Airport and Moshi / Arusha
  • Extended 4 x 4 luxury safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
  • Professional safari English Speaking guide
  • Professional safari cook
  • Entrance fees to all national parks.
  • Accommodation at basic camping during the safari full board
  • Camping fees at all national park.
  • Ngorongoro Crater fees
  • 18% VAT to our entrance fees.
  • Government taxes, VAT and service charges relating to accommodation and included meals.

SAFARI EXCLUDES:

  • Tanzania Visa
  • Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
  • Optional Tours (balloon rides USD. 690 per person), should be booked in advance
  • Tips and gratuities to your safari guide and cook