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5 Days Great Wildbeest Migration Safari

You'll start in either Tarangire National Park or Lake Manyara National Park before spending three days in the Serengeti National Park following the movements of the Wildebeest Migration. You'll then finish your drive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. There's no better way to see the great Wildebeest Migration in action and see the amazing parks that have made Tanzania so famous.


Please Note:

A transfer from the airport (or hotel) can be arranged for an extra cost.

Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.


Day 1: Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park Or Tarangire National Park

On this day, you can choose to go to Tarangire National Park or Lake Manyara National Park. Depending on the time of year, each of these parks offers a different safari experience. Your guide can advise you as to which is best to visit during your safari.
If Tarangire National Park, You'll depart from Arusha after breakfast for the approximately two hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Along the way you'll pass bustling Masai villages and the vast, open plains that have become synonymous with images of Africa.
If Lake Manyara National Park, You'll depart from Arusha after breakfast for the drive to Lake Manyara National Park. The journey takes approximately two hours, but we'll pass through the market town of Mto Wa Mbu along the way. This agricultural and fresh produce market is a melting pot of local cultures and a souvenir hunter's paradise.

Accommodation: Ol Mesera Tented Camp (a budget tented camp located outside Lake Manyara National apr

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 2: Tarangire/ Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park

We'll take an early breakfast, as we've got a big day of exploration and adventure ahead of us!
We'll begin the day with the scenic drive towards the Serengeti. Along the way we'll pass through the mist-shrouded rainforests of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area where you might be lucky enough to glimpse cape buffalo, baboons, or even elephants and leopards in the dense undergrowth.
After a delicious lunch at the Serengeti National Park picnic area, it’s time to explore the Serengeti itself. Witness Africa’s iconic savannah landscape and be amazed by the sheer number of animals that roam these grassy plains.
Dinner and overnight in the heart of the Serengeti National Park according to the standard and the type of accommodation requested from our options.

Accommodation: Thorn Tree Camp (mid- range tented bush camp located inside central Serengeti

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 3: Serengeti National Park

You'll wake before dawn to take part in a sunrise game drive. As the sun sets fire to the savannah, you'll have the best opportunity to see predators in action as they take advantage of the low light and cooler temperatures to look for an early meal. It's an ideal time to see lions, leopards, and cheetahs in action as well as the early morning movements of the wildebeest, zebra, and other herbivores.
Alternatively, you may wish to take to the skies with a sunrise hot air balloon safari and champagne breakfast. Speak with your safari expert about adding this once in a lifetime experience to your safari.
After your unforgettable morning, you'll return to your lodge for a late breakfast and to freshen up before hitting the road again with a picnic lunch. Your driver will select the best possible route based upon the time of year and the kind of animals you'd like to see, catering your day so that your opportunities to see the Serengeti's diverse wildlife are maximized.

Accommodation: Thorn Tree Camp (mid- range tented bush camp located inside central Serengeti

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 4: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, we get right on the road back towards the Ngorongoro Crater National Park.
Our drive takes us back through the Serengeti via a different route, offering plenty of opportunities to spot the animals that eluded you on day two. As far as the eye can see, you’ll spot thousands upon thousands of animals in herds; wildebeests and zebras migrating together, tall and graceful giraffes, jumping antelopes and gazelles, the powerful African elephant and the most respected group of animals: the predators.
You will have the chance to spot lean cheetahs and shy leopards, foraging hyenas, and last but not least, the king himself; the lion.
Dinner and overnight on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater or in nearby Karatu Town according to the standard and the type of accommodation requested from our options.

Accommodation: Eileen’s Tree Inn (Mid-Range Lodge Located in or near Karatu)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)


Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

After breakfast, you'll depart for Ngorongoro Crater; considered by some to be the Eighth Wonder of the World. When you get your first glimpse of this vast, verdant caldera from the panoramic viewpoint, you'll soon understand why it has earned such a lofty reputation.
Home to over 120 species of mammal including the fabled Big Five, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is one of the most sought after safari destinations in the world. It's a particularly good place to see the endangered black rhinoceros enjoying a lonely meal out on the grass plains, as well as a place to see large numbers of hippopotamus enjoying the cool water.
The crater is home to a large number of predators including lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, and hyenas, as well as a large population of wildebeest, zebras, antelope, cape buffalo, and more. It is truly one of Africa's premier safari destinations.
After the thrills and excitement of the day, you will then be transferred to the airport for your out-bound flight home.

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of Safari)

Meals: Breakfast Only (Lunch & Dinner Not included)

NOTE - Accommodation mentioned in this itinerary are suggestions only, and this itinerary can easily be tailor-made to suit your specific requirements, standard of accommodation and budget.

END OF TOUR


Additional accommodation can be arranged at an extra cost.

A transfer back to the airport (or hotel) can be arranged at an extra cost.


PROPOSED RATES (per person)

 

Solo (single room)

2 people (1 room)

3 people (2 rooms)

4 people (2 rooms)

5 people (3 rooms)

6 people (3 rooms)

1 Jan to 31st Dec 2019

n/a

$2,555

$2,450

$2,150

$2,095

$2,050

 

The Above Package Includes:

>>Park fees(For non-residents)

>>All activities(Unless labeled as optional)

>>All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)

>>A professional driver/guide

>>All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)

>>All Taxes/VAT

>>Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)

>>Drinking water(On all days)


The Above Package Excludes:

>>International flights(From/to home)

>>Roundtrip airport transfer

>>Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

>>Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

>>Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

>>Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

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