Migration Safari
Serengeti Migration Safari (Crossing River Serengeti Migration Safari)
7 Days | 6 Nights
Safari Overview
Embark on a mesmerizing 7-days Serengeti Migration Safari with Next Stop Tanzania, designed to showcase the incredible spectacle of the river crossings during the Great Serengeti Migration. Witness millions of wildebeest and zebras brave the treacherous waters of the Serengeti’s rivers, facing off against Nile crocodiles and other predators in a dramatic display of survival.
Your journey will be guided by our experienced team, ensuring you witness the most awe-inspiring moments of this natural phenomenon. Immerse yourself in the endless plains of the Serengeti, where each day brings new adventures and unforgettable encounters with Africa’s iconic wildlife. Experience the Crossing River Serengeti Migration with Next Stop Tanzania, where every moment is a testament to the raw beauty and unforgiving nature of the wild.
Full Itinerary
Arrival in Tanzania
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our transfer/safari driver. They will provide an introduction to our beautiful country and then escort you to your chosen accommodation in Arusha City. Here, you can relax and rest in preparation for your exciting adventure the next day.
Accommodation: Forest Hill Hotel/ Related Hotel (Full Board)
Central Serengeti Via Maasai Village
Following breakfast, our driver, equipped with lunch picnic boxes, will be ready to kick off your day of adventure as we head to the renowned Serengeti National Park, famously known as “The Endless Plain.” This park boasts a thriving population of resident wildlife, including the iconic “Big Five”: Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, and Buffalo.
As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Serengeti is also home to approximately 200,000 zebras and 300,000 Thomson’s gazelles, which join the wildebeests’ migration in search of fresh grazing. Immerse yourself in the enchanting ambiance as you listen to the exotic sounds of over 6 million hooves pounding the vast Serengeti plains, fulfilling the quintessential African wildlife experience you’ve always imagined. After a fulfilling day of safari adventures, we’ll drive you back to your accommodation for an evening of leisure and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge/Related Lodge (Full Board)
North Serengeti
Experience another day of thrilling morning and afternoon game drives in the North Serengeti along the Mara River. Witness the drama unfold as dust fills the air, lions stealthily stalk their prey, and gigantic crocodiles lurk in the fast-flowing waters, awaiting the herds as they migrate north. The river crossings, where thousands of wildebeest and zebra brave the treacherous waters, are truly one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in Africa.
Accommodation: Kaskaz Mara tented Lodge /Related Lodge (Full Board)
Central Serengeti
Begin your day early with a morning game drive along the Mara River. Witness the extraordinary sight of countless hoofed mammals searching for water and fresh pastures, closely followed by iconic predators.
This journey is fraught with danger, where only the strongest survive. Keep your eyes peeled for hippos, lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, warthogs, and if luck is on your side, the endangered black rhino. In the late afternoon, continue your wildlife viewing as you journey towards central Serengeti.
Accommodation: Kubukubu Tented Lodge/Related Lodge (Full Board)
Ngorongoro Crater
Awaken early for a morning game drive through the central Serengeti. It’s an extraordinary experience witnessing numerous hoofed mammals in pursuit of water and lush grazing lands, closely followed by iconic predators. This journey teems with peril, where only the most resilient thrive.
Keep a keen eye out for hippos, lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, warthogs, and with a stroke of luck, you may even catch a glimpse of the endangered black rhino. Later in the afternoon, continue your wildlife exploration en route to the Ngorongoro Crater.
Accommodation: Rhino Lodge/Related Lodge (Full Board)
Departure
After breakfast, we set out for our tour of the crater. The Ngorongoro Crater boasts a lion population of approximately 120 individuals with well-defined territories, along with 15,000 wildebeest, 9,000 zebras, 400 hyenas, and around 50 black rhinos. Many wildebeest and other herd animals reside here year-round, benefiting from the numerous sources of water, with migratory herds also joining in season.
Buffalos, Thomson’s gazelle, and Eland are also abundant in numbers, while hippos can be found in pools and swampland. The highland birdlife is colourful and plentiful around the waters, and flamingos are often spotted in Lake Magadi, which occupies part of the crater floor. After your tour of the crater, we will drive you to Arusha or directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward travel plans.
Includes
- All airport transfers
- Private safari vehicle 4x 4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof,
- Dedicated services of highly experienced safari-guide
- All park fees
- All game drives at the parks
- Accommodation
- Meals as per itinerary
- Distilled water during the safari
Excludes
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel/Medical Insurance (recommended)
- Optional activities
- Tips and gratuities to the crew and personnel (USD 15 per person per day)
- Personal items and purchases
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