Follow The Great Migration - Dec To April Season (8 Days / 7 Nights)
Arrival In Arusha
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by our representative. You will be transferred to your hotel in the vibrant city of Arusha. After check-in, your guide will provide a comprehensive briefing about your upcoming safari adventure. Relax and settle in for the evening.
- Meal Plan: Dinner
- Overnight Accommodation: GOLD CREST HOTEL
Day 1 Arusha To Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, we depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds and iconic, ancient baobab trees. The Tarangire River is a magnet for wildlife, and we will spend the day on a game drive exploring its diverse landscapes. Keep an eye out for lions, leopards, giraffes, and a remarkable variety of birdlife. In the late afternoon, we will proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight Accommodation: OSUPUKO LODGE
Day 2 To The Ngorongoro Highlands Via Lake Manyara
This morning, you have the option for a final game drive in Tarangire or a visit to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and flamingo-filled soda lake. Afterwards, we drive up into the lush Ngorongoro highlands, arriving in the town of Karatu. You'll check into your lodge, which offers stunning views of the surrounding coffee plantations.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight Accommodation: Enyati Lodge
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is situated 180 km west of Arusha in Tanzania's Crater Highlands. Within this area lies the Ngorongoro Crater, a massive volcanic caldera that is considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact, inactive, an... more
Day 3 Ngorongoro Crater To The Ndutu Plains
An early start takes us to the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will descend 600 meters to the crater floor for an incredible game drive. This self-contained ecosystem boasts one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo). After our crater exploration, we ascend and drive to the heart of the Great Migration: the Ndutu area of the Southern Serengeti.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight Accommodation: Ndutu-Heritage Camp
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is situated 180 km west of Arusha in Tanzania's Crater Highlands. Within this area lies the Ngorongoro Crater, a massive volcanic caldera that is considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact, inactive, an... more
Day 4 Full Day In Ndutu – Follow The Great Migration
Today is dedicated entirely to the Ndutu plains. This area is the primary calving ground for the wildebeest. You will be surrounded by vast herds, witnessing the miracle of birth and the dramatic interactions with predators like cheetahs, lions, and hyenas that are drawn to the abundance of vulnerable newborns. Your game drives will be flexible to maximize viewing opportunities.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight Accommodation: Ndutu-Heritage Camp
Covering an area of 14763 sq km, Serengeti National Park is the largest national park in Tanzania. The park is located about 320 km north-west of Arusha, lying in a high plateau between the Ngorongoro highlands and the Kenyan-Tanzanian border, and extending almost to Lake Victoria to the west.
Aptly named ‘endless plains’ by the... more
Day 5 Exploring The Southern Serengeti
Enjoy another full day exploring the endless plains of the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu Conservation Area. The migration is not static, and your guide will use their expertise to track the herds' movements. Depending on the wildlife activity, you may explore the nearby kopjes (rocky outcrops) where lions often rest, or the open plains where cheetahs hunt.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight Accommodation: Ndutu-Heritage Camp
Covering an area of 14763 sq km, Serengeti National Park is the largest national park in Tanzania. The park is located about 320 km north-west of Arusha, lying in a high plateau between the Ngorongoro highlands and the Kenyan-Tanzanian border, and extending almost to Lake Victoria to the west.
Aptly named ‘endless plains’ by the... more
Day 6 Final Game Drive And Return To Karatu
After breakfast, enjoy one last morning game drive in the Serengeti, soaking in the final sights and sounds of the migration. Following a camp lunch, we will begin our scenic drive back towards the Ngorongoro highlands, arriving back at your lodge in Karatu in the late afternoon for a relaxing evening.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight Accommodation: Enyati Lodge
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is situated 180 km west of Arusha in Tanzania's Crater Highlands. Within this area lies the Ngorongoro Crater, a massive volcanic caldera that is considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact, inactive, an... more
Departure From Arusha
After a leisurely breakfast, we will drive back to Arusha. Enjoy a farewell lunch at a local restaurant before we transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your flight home, filled with memories of an extraordinary Tanzanian adventure.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Nestled in northeastern Tanzania, Arusha is a vibrant city set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Meru, with the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro just 82.6 km away. As the safari capital of Tanzania, Arusha is the perfect launchpad for unforgettable adventures—whether you're gearing up to conquer Kilimanjaro or embarking on a thrilli... more
