7 Days Tanzania Great Wildebeest Migration Safari
Great Wildebeest Migration Safari Overview
This 7-Day The Great Serengeti Migration Safari package has been designed specifically to focus on and to increase your chance to see the great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration. We have designed the itinerary to include both the Lobo area (area north of the central Serengeti National Park) and Wagakuria area (remote northern Serengeti National Park) where the majority of the wildebeest migration can normally be found from August to October
Do you want to see the largest herd movement of animals on the planet? The great migration classic Tanzania 8 days safari If you want to see the largest herd movement of animals on the planet and also visit the best national parks in northern Tanzania, this is the perfect itinerary for you. The focus during this trip will be on the western part of the Serengeti, where the Great Migration crosses the Grumeti River from June to October. The herds of wildebeest and zebra must outsmart the huge Nile crocodiles and fast-flowing water before facing predators waiting on the other side
Day by day
Day 1: Arrival - Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro airport, you will be met by your Kiwoito driver guide and transferred to your accommodation in Arusha town. Settle into your accommodation, ready to start your safari proper in the morning. Depending on your arrival time, you may have your pre-safari briefing today; if not, it will take place early tomorrow morning before departing to Tarangire.
Arusha is a city in northern Tanzania and the capital of the Arusha Region, with a population of 416,442 plus 323,198 in the surrounding Arusha District Located below Mount Meru on the eastern edge of the eastern branch of the Great Rift Valley, Arusha has a temperate climate. The city is close to the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park, Olduvai Gorge, Tarangire National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, and Arusha National Park on Mount Meru.
Dinner and Overnight at Tuliahotelandspa.
Day 2: Arusha - Tarangire National Park
After an early breakfast in your comfort lodge. you will drive to Tarangire National Park with a packed lunch for a game drive. This lovely park has the largest concentrations of elephants in the world and the highest number of breeding bird species. Especially during the dry season, Tarangire National Park is packed with wildlife. Big cats like lions, cheetahs and leopards, but also the seldom-seen Kudu, Oryx and Gerenuk. The Tarangire River draws huge herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles, as well as predators who prey upon them.
Dinner and Overnight at Sangaiwe Tented Lodge
More about Tarangire National Park on Wikipedia.
Day 3: Tarangire - Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, you go on a walking tour in the farming town Mto wa Mbu. The village is unique in Tanzania. Your walking guide will take you to rice and banana plantations, a local beer factory, a school and a carving factory. Discover the traditional way of life of the villagers. Continue to Lake Manyara National Park, which is only a few minutes’ drive from Mto wa Mbu. Lake Manyara is known for its huge soda lake filled with pink-hued flamingos, a large population of baboons, incredible birdlife and breathtaking views. You can see giraffes, elephants, hippos, buffaloes, zebras, and flamingos and if you are lucky you spot a tree-climbing lion.
Dinner and Overnight at Octagon Lodge.
Day 4: Serengeti National Park (Northern)
This morning you drive to the famous Serengeti National Park. On the way, you will stop at a Maasai village to get an insight into the lifestyle of these graceful warriors. Upon arrival in the Serengeti, you first have a picnic lunch and then continue with a beautiful game drive. There is a big change you can see the Great Migration of wildebeest crossing the Grumeti River in this area of the Serengeti between May and July. The herds must outsmart the crocodiles and fast-flowing water before facing predators waiting on the other side. An amazing spectacle. Dinner and overnight are at the beautiful tented lodge Kogatende North Serengeti
Dinner and Overnight at Heritage Camps and Lodges.
Day 5: Serengeti National Park (West)
Rise early, so that you can depart your lodge for a full day moving with the herds across the plains exploring the Great Migration. An impressive experience to see all those hoofed mammals, followed by predators, migrate in a clockwise circle every year. If you want to spot the Big Five (lion, elephant, leopard, rhino and buffalo) all in one park, the Serengeti is the place to be.
Dinner and Overnight at Heritage Camps and Lodges
Day 6: Serengeti National Park (Central)
After breakfast, you depart for a game drive in the central part of the Serengeti. This part is famous for the abundance of lions and leopards that can usually be seen quite easily. Game viewing in this central area is spectacular all year round. Enjoy the views of endless plains and stunning wildlife like cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, hippos, ostrich, pangolin and many more.
Dinner and Overnight at Heritage Camps and Lodges
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater - Depature
Today you set off towards the Ngorongoro Crater for your last game drive. It shelters close to 30.000 animals including the Big Five. The crater teems with zebras, buffaloes, lions, wildebeest, baboons, elephants, flamingos, ostriches, hippos, cheetahs and also the rare black rhino. The beautiful colours and dancing clouds make the crater almost surreal. Then After you drive to Arusha, Then will be transferred to Kilimanjaro airport for your departure flight.
END OF YOUR ADVENTURE
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Inclusions
- All airport transfers
- All accommodations
- 4*4 safari Jeep
- Professional safari guide
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Flying doctor for all emergencies
- First aid kit
- Mineral water during the safari
- Park entrance fees
- Taxes
Exclusions
- Visa
- Beverages Drinks
- Visa fee
- Tip for the safari guide
- Travel insurance
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