8-Day Great Migration Safari

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time and energy level, you may choose to join an optional short city tour, offering a first introduction to the local atmosphere, culture, and everyday life of Tanzania.

In the evening, your safari guide will meet with you for a detailed briefing about the upcoming days, including the planned activities and important information for the journey ahead.

If you arrive early enough, you may also have the option of taking a short hike to Kilima Moto, a scenic spot where you can enjoy beautiful views and watch the sun set over the surrounding landscape.

At around 8:00 AM, you will be collected from your hotel and introduced to your professional safari guide before setting off toward Tarangire National Park. The drive takes approximately two hours, with scenic views along the way.

Tarangire is renowned for its impressive landscapes, ancient baobab trees, and remarkable elephant population. During your game drive, you will have opportunities to observe these magnificent animals at close range and, if conditions allow, watch the fascinating interactions within elephant family groups.

Your guide will adjust the route according to recent wildlife sightings, maximizing your chances of encountering different species. The park is home to numerous herbivores, including giraffes, wildebeests, and zebras, while predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards may also be seen, although they are generally more elusive.

Around midday, you will stop at a scenic picnic area near the river to enjoy lunch while taking in the surrounding landscape and wildlife. Keep an eye on your belongings and food, as playful monkeys and baboons are often curious visitors around picnic sites!

After lunch, you will continue exploring Tarangire with an afternoon game drive. Around 5:30 PM, you will leave the park and drive to Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge, where you will enjoy dinner and settle in for a relaxing overnight stay.

After breakfast, you will depart from Karatu and begin the scenic drive toward Serengeti National Park. The journey takes approximately six hours, including stops, and passes through the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Along the way, you will make a short stop at the Ngorongoro viewpoint to admire the magnificent crater from above and take photographs. You will have approximately 20 minutes to enjoy this breathtaking panorama.

For those interested in experiencing local culture, an optional visit to a Maasai village can be arranged. This provides an opportunity to meet members of the Maasai community and learn about their traditional lifestyle, customs, and everyday activities. The visit is not included in the safari price and costs approximately USD 10–20 per person.

Serengeti National Park

Later in the afternoon, you will enter Serengeti National Park and begin your first game drive around the Seronera area, located in the heart of the Serengeti. As you explore the plains, you will have opportunities to observe a variety of wildlife in their natural environment.

The game drive will continue into the late afternoon, giving you the chance to enjoy the spectacular Serengeti sunset while watching wildlife nearby. With some luck, you may even witness an exciting predator encounter or a hunting scene.

As the day comes to an end, you will make your way to Safari Haven Serengeti Camp for dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of the wilderness.

After an early breakfast, you will set off with a packed picnic lunch for a full day of exploration in the northern reaches of Serengeti. The day’s route will be guided by current wildlife movements, taking you toward the northwest and the spectacular Mara River area.

As you travel through the northern Serengeti, you will enjoy an extended game drive with opportunities to observe a wide range of wildlife. During the migration season, the Mara River area can offer the chance to witness large herds of wildebeests and zebras gathering along the river and, with favorable conditions, attempting to cross its waters.

You will continue exploring until late afternoon, making the most of the changing scenery and wildlife activity. In the evening, you will return to Safari Haven Migration Camp for dinner and an overnight stay. The camp’s natural surroundings may also provide opportunities to spot wildlife nearby, adding to the authentic wilderness experience.

After an early breakfast, you will head back toward the Mara River for another day of wildlife exploration in the northern Serengeti. The route will take you through areas where large herds of wildebeests may gather along the riverbanks as they move through their seasonal migration route.

With favorable timing and conditions, you may witness the dramatic build-up to a river crossing, as the animals congregate, move back and forth, and search for a safe point to cross. The timing of these events is entirely dependent on natural wildlife movements, making every sighting unique.

You will enjoy a full day of game viewing with a picnic lunch along the way, before continuing the drive into the afternoon. Later in the evening, you will return to Safari Haven Migration Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

After breakfast, you will leave the northern Serengeti and begin your journey toward the Seronera area in central Serengeti. Along the way, you will enjoy a game drive, taking advantage of opportunities to spot wildlife and appreciate the changing landscapes as you travel southward.

In the late afternoon, you will leave Serengeti National Park and continue toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive takes approximately two hours, with the route leading you toward the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater.

Your destination for the evening will be Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, beautifully situated on the crater rim. From the lodge, you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views across the crater, creating a memorable setting for your evening, dinner, and overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, you will depart at approximately 6:15 AM and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive. The main objective will be to search for the elusive black rhino, one of the more challenging species to spot within the crater. However, the crater floor provides excellent opportunities to observe a wide range of wildlife in its open and scenic surroundings.

You will spend the morning exploring the crater, following areas where wildlife activity is most promising. Around midday, you will stop for lunch before continuing with a final game drive across the crater floor.

Later in the afternoon, you will begin the ascent to the crater rim and return to the lodge. After collecting your luggage, you will continue your journey toward Arusha and transfer to Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa, where you will arrive for relaxation and an overnight stay.

After breakfast, you will depart for Materuni Village, where a scenic nature walk will take you through lush vegetation and beautiful countryside landscapes. The hike to Materuni Waterfalls takes approximately two hours, offering a refreshing opportunity to enjoy the surrounding scenery before reaching the impressive waterfall.

After the hike, you will continue to a nearby local coffee farm for an authentic coffee experience. Here, you will learn about the traditional process of preparing and producing Tanzanian coffee while enjoying lunch in a peaceful rural setting.

Following lunch, you will conclude your cultural and nature experience and transfer to the airport for your onward journey.