Great Serengeti Migration Trail
8 days
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Private Guided
This safari lets you witness the Great Wildebeest Migration. Over 2 million Wildebeest, Zebra and Gazelles move through the Serengeti and Masai Mara ecosystems in search of green pastures and safe calving ground. Their pattern of movement is highly weather dependent and dynamic, yet with advance planning and a little bit of luck you can witness this natura...
From$4,000
Overview
Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule
Highlights
- Serengeti National Park (Wildebeest Migration + Big Five)
- Ngorongoro Crater (the largest unbroken caldera in the world)
- Tarangire National Park- Home of Elephants and Cats
- Lake Manyara National Park- Best for Tree climbing lions
What's this trip about?
This safari lets you witness the Great Wildebeest Migration. Over 2 million Wildebeest, Zebra and Gazelles move through the Serengeti and Masai Mara ecosystems in search of green pastures and safe calving ground. Their pattern of movement is highly weather dependent and dynamic, yet with advance planning and a little bit of luck you can witness this natural wildlife wonder. This safari covers other National Parks too, where you can witness resident game. The tour is available throughout the year, but opting for it in the right season will leave you awestruck. To provide you with an unforgettable experience, this safari can be done only as a private safari. The choice of accommodation available is to luxury grade tented camps and lodges.
Details
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 12 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityArusha
End CityArusha
Travel Themes
Destinations
Activities
Min Group Size
Max Group Size
Trip includes
- Accommodation as stipulated in the Itinerary
- Sightseeing as specified in itinerary
- Transport on safari in a 4WD vehicle with an open roof
- All parks entrance fees
- Service of English Speaking driver guide
- Mineral water 1.5lt per person per day
- Flights from Serengeti to Arusha/ Kilimanjaro Airport
- Salary for the Professional English Drive Guide
- Government taxes and levies
Popular Trips
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive to Tanzania- Kilimanjaro International Airport
Meet on arrival and transfer to Arusha overnight.
Accommodation: Planet Lodge-BB- https://planet-lodges.com/arusha-planet-lodge/
Accommodation: Planet Lodge-BB- https://planet-lodges.com/arusha-planet-lodge/
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
0830 Hrs. After your breakfast; depart from Arusha to Tarangire National Park for a game drive.
1300 Hrs. Stop at the Picnic Site for Picnic Lunch, 1400 Hrs. Continue for the evening game drive.
Dinner and overnight at Simba Lodge/Similar
1300 Hrs. Stop at the Picnic Site for Picnic Lunch, 1400 Hrs. Continue for the evening game drive.
Dinner and overnight at Simba Lodge/Similar
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park
Starting from your lodge – After breakfast transfer to Lake Manyara National Park for game viewing, lunch at your picnic site 1400 Hrs. Drive straight to Ngorongoro for relaxation and enjoy a breathtaking sunset.
Dinner and overnight at your Lodge/Similar
Dinner and overnight at your Lodge/Similar
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti
0730 Hrs. After breakfast, drive and descend into the crater floor with your lunch box for game viewing. The famous Ngorongoro Crate is rich of wildlife, each species have their own territories. 1300 Hrs. Stop at the Picnic Site for Picnic Lunch, which will be ser...
Day 5: Central Serengeti – Northern Serengeti National Park
0630 Hrs. Early morning game drives in the in the Park 0930 Hrs. Return to lodge for breakfast. 1030 Hrs. After your breakfast; depart with picnic lunch to northern Serengeti 1300 Hrs. Break for lunch which will be served at the picnic area. 1400 Hrs. Afternoon game...
Day 6: Northern Serengeti National Park (Tracing the direction of the Wildebeests)
0630 Hrs. Early morning game drives in the in the Park 0930 Hrs. Return to lodge for breakfast and relax at Leisure. 1300 Hrs. Lunch will be served at your Lodge. 1400 Hrs. Afternoon game drives in northern Serengeti Kogatende/Bologonja area following the great migr...
Day 7: Northern Serengeti National Park (Tracing the direction of the Wildebeests)
0630 Hrs. Early morning game drives in the in the Park 0930 Hrs. Return to lodge for breakfast and relax at Leisure. 1300 Hrs. Lunch will be served at your Lodge. 1400 Hrs. Afternoon game drives in northern Serengeti Kogatende/Bologonja area following the great migr...
Day 8: Full day in Northern Serengeti: Mara River area
0630 Hrs. Early morning game drives in the in the Park 0930 Hrs. Return to lodge for breakfast and relax at Leisure. 1300 Hrs. Lunch will be served at your Lodge. 1400 Hrs. Afternoon game drives in northern Serengeti Kogatende/Bologonja area following the great migr...
Day 9: Northern Serengeti to Kilimanjaro Airport
0630 Hrs. Early morning game drives in the in the Park 0930 Hrs. Return to lodge for breakfast and relax at Leisure. 1200 Hrs. Lunch will be served at your Lodge. 1300 Hrs. Transfer to Kogatende Airstrip for your flight to Kilimanjaro Airport to connect with your de...
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Last Updated: 1/22/2025
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Logistics
What's excluded
- International and domestic flights and departure taxes
- Easter and Christmas Holidays Surcharge
- Hot and cold drinks
- Optional flying doctors insurance (we can arrange upon request)
- Tips to the driver/guide
- And all not mentioned in the itinerary above
- Tourist visas
- Personal travel/medical insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Any items of personal nature (laundry service, telephone/internet bills, souvenirs)
Accommodation
on Lodges and Luxury Tented Camps
Transportation & Flights
Transportation:As much of the journey involves exciting, and sometimes long days on the trail of wildlife, the quality of the ground vehicle is of the utmost importance. Each comfortable Seven-passenger safari Land Cruiser is limited to 7 guests, thus affording everyone a window seat and access to the roof hatch. In case of internal air travel we also utilize the best airlines, those that employ the use of twin-engine aircraft for travels over the more distant terrain, taking in panoramic views of the African terrain.Safari Drivers :The Safari Drivers is an agent of our Company - Arusha or of our Partners in Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya or Zanzibar. He will be your guide, companion and teacher, giving briefings, answering questions, and providing insights that will help make your journey even more memorable. Each one is a seasoned professional, speaking several languages including local dialects, with an in depth knowledge of the cultural and natural environments you will see along your way.,
Guides
We can arrange French Guide, German Guide and Spanish Guide on Request.
Cancellation policy
Any cancellation of a reservation must be in writing, either by e-mail or fax, and shall only be effective upon its receipt and acknowledgment.
The following cancellation fees will be made for cancellations:
The following cancellation fees will be made for cancellations:
- More than 45 days prior to trip commencement 30% of tour price.
- 45 to 30 days prior to trip commencement 50% of tour price.
- 30 days prior to trip commencement or no show 100% of the total tour price
Travel Insurance
Travelers should have medical insurance, as they will be responsible for all medical expenses they may incur. Trip cancellation insurance is strongly advised. The cost of your safari is an investment which you will want to protect.
Visa requirements
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Health & Safety
Health:Vaccination against cholera and malaria is recommended. Yellow fever vaccination is required for ALL persons from yellow fever endemic countries/regions. Please bring proof of your vaccination in the form of a stamped health card/certificate from your health center in your country of origin. It is advisable to bring anti-malaria pills, better still, to start taking the pills two weeks before arrival, during your stay, and after departure.Medical Facilities:Arusha, Dar es Salaam,have excellent medical facilities. Most camps and lodges have a doctor on call who is experienced common travel related ailments.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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