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5-Day The Great Migration at the Mara River Crossing

Start From $2489 Per Person

5-Day The Great Migration at the Mara River Crossing

Experience the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration in Tanzania’s Northern Serengeti. Between July and October, over 1.5 million wildebeest, accompanied by zebras and gazelles, move across the plains in search of fresh grazing.

Witness the dramatic Mara River crossings, where herds brave crocodile-inhabited waters while predators roam nearby. Enjoy daily game drives with experienced guides, offering incredible wildlife viewing and photography opportunities.

Stay for four nights in a luxury tented camp or lodge, with delicious meals, breathtaking sunsets, and exceptional hospitality.

Book your 5-Day Great Migration Safari and experience one of Africa’s most unforgettable wildlife spectacles.

Start From $ 2489 Per Person

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Day By Day Activity

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Day 1:

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your adventure begins with a pick-up at 7:30 AM from your lodge. After loading your lunch boxes, you’ll embark on a beautiful journey to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its impressive elephant herds and diverse landscapes, including seasonal swamps and savanna.

As you explore the park, you may witness lions stalking their prey or leopards lounging in the trees above. After an exhilarating day of game drives, you’ll return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Accommodations Option

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Marera Valley Lodge

Meal Plan :

Breakfast and Dinner

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Day 2:

Central Serengeti National Park

After enjoying breakfast, you’ll depart at 7:30 AM for Central Serengeti National Park, a scenic 3-hour drive that promises exciting wildlife sightings along the way. Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy a packed lunch at a suitable spot within the park. The afternoon will be dedicated to further game drive activities as you explore the Serengeti’s remarkable ecosystem.

The Serengeti is renowned for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. Be prepared to encounter resident predators such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions, all playing their vital roles in the circle of life.

Accommodations Option

Tanzania Bush camp (TBC)

Tanzania Bush Camps Central Serengeti

Meal Plan :

All meals included

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Day 3:

Northern Serengeti to spot the Greater Migration

Rise early and enjoy breakfast before departing for Northern Serengeti National Park at 6:30 AM. As we approach the Mara River, where the great migration unfolds, our experienced safari guide will seek out the best vantage point for optimal viewing of this spectacular event.

The great migration is a remarkable spectacle featuring the movement of wildebeest, zebra, and other animals as they cross the crocodile-infested Mara River into Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve. This thrilling crossing occurs primarily between July and early October each year, providing an unforgettable experience as you witness nature’s drama unfold.

Accommodations Option

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Tanzania Bush Camps Ndutu Mobile Camp

Meal Plan :

All meals included

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Day 4:

Northern Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Start your day early with a hearty breakfast before departing at 6:00 AM for an exciting game drive in Northern Serengeti National Park. This area offers exceptional wildlife sightings, so keep your camera ready!

After a morning filled with adventure, we will embark on a scenic drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area at approximately 12:30 PM, allowing for a lunch stop en route. The drive takes about 3 hours, and upon arrival, you’ll settle into your accommodation on the crater rim, ready to rest and prepare for the next day’s exploration.

Accommodations Option

Tortilis Ngorongoro Camp

Tortilis Ngorongoro Camp

Meal Plan :

All meals included

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Day 5:

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

After a hearty breakfast at 6:30 AM, we will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater around 7:00 AM for a full day of exhilarating game drives amidst breathtaking scenery. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, known as the world’s largest uninterrupted caldera, is home to approximately 30,000 large mammals year-round, including lions, elephants, buffalo, and the rare black rhino, as well as diverse bird species such as flamingos and eagles.

Following a day filled with wildlife encounters and stunning views, we will conclude our safari with a transfer back to Arusha at approximately 4:00 PM.

Accommodations Option

No accomodation

Meal Plan :

Breakfast and Lunch

Includes

Park fees

All activities

All accommodation

A professional driver/guide

All transportation

All Taxes/VAT

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals

Drinks

Excludes

International flights

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips

Personal items

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fee

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