8 Days North Serengeti Migration
Tour Overview
This 8-day Tanzania migration safari takes you through the country’s top wildlife destinations—Tarangire National Park, Central and North Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Starting and ending in Arusha, this tour includes one night in Tarangire, two nights each in Central and North Serengeti, and one night at Ngorongoro. Guided by experienced driver guides, you’ll encounter diverse wildlife, witness the Great Migration (best viewed from July to October in North Serengeti), and explore Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes.
Your Journey Mapped Out
Day 1 – Arusha to Tarangire
Day 2 – Tarangire to Central Serengeti
Day 3 – Central Serengeti to North Serengeti
Day 4 & Day 5 – North Serengeti
Day 6 – North Serengeti to Central Serengeti
Day 7 – Central Serengeti to NCA
Day 8 – Ngorongoro Crater Tour (5 hours) to Arusha
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Arusha to Tarangire
Depart from your Arusha hotel at 8:30 AM for Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch, spotting large herds of elephants, lions, leopards, and more against a backdrop of majestic baobab trees. After an exciting day, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Day 2 – Tarangire to Central Serengeti
After breakfast, drive toward Central Serengeti, passing through endless plains teeming with wildlife. Spend the afternoon on a game drive, observing wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, and lounging lions. Wrap up the day with a delicious dinner and overnight stay in Central Serengeti.
Day 3 – Central Serengeti to North Serengeti
Choose between an early morning game drive or a relaxed breakfast before heading north with packed lunch. Traverse the Serengeti, encountering diverse wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Reach the Kogatende region by afternoon, exploring the Mara River for potential migration sightings. Return to your accommodation for dinner and rest.
Day 4 & Day 5 – Full Days in North Serengeti
Spend two days exploring North Serengeti, tracking the migration and observing thrilling river crossings where wildebeests brave the Mara River, evading crocodiles and other predators. Enjoy picnic lunches amidst dramatic landscapes and return to your lodge each evening for a hearty dinner and rest.
Day 6 – North Serengeti to Central Serengeti
After breakfast or an early game drive, return south toward Central Serengeti. Along the way, explore the Seronera Valley, known for its resident lion prides, leopards, and diverse wildlife around the Seronera River. End the day with dinner and a restful night in Central Serengeti.
Day 7 – Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Begin the day with a morning game drive in Central Serengeti before heading to Ngorongoro. Explore the vibrant landscape of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving at your lodge for a memorable evening in one of Tanzania’s most iconic regions.
Day 8 – Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Arusha
An early start lets you descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a five-hour game drive. Witness a high concentration of wildlife, including elephants, black rhinos, lions, and more in this UNESCO World Heritage site. After a picnic lunch at the scenic Hippo Pool, return to Arusha by late afternoon, concluding your safari adventure with unforgettable memories.
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Tour Inclusions
Price will Include
- All Park fees
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodations as stated in the itinerary
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Price Will not Include
- International flights (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation
- Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Services not mentioned in the program
- Travel insurance and medical repatriation
- Items of a personal nature
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