8 Days Ndutu Migration

8 Days Ndutu Migration - Tarangire, Ndutu, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

Tour Overview

Embark on an 8-day journey through Tanzania’s most famous wildlife hotspots, including Tarangire National Park, Ndutu (in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area), Central Serengeti, and the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. This tour aligns with the Great Migration season from late December to March, offering a unique opportunity to witness one of nature’s most thrilling spectacles. Enjoy expertly guided game drives and cozy accommodations for a seamless safari experience.

Your Journey Mapped Out

Day 1 – Arusha to Tarangire

Day 2 – Tarangire to Ndutu, NCA

Day 3 & Day 4 – Ndutu, NCA

Day 5 – Ndutu, NCA to Central Serengeti

Day 6 – Central Serengeti

Day 7 – Central Serengeti to NCA

Day 8 – Ngorongoro Crater Tour (5 Hours) to Arusha

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 – Arusha to Tarangire National Park

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Departure: 8:30 AM from Arusha, with a 2-hour drive (118 km) to Tarangire National Park.
Activities: Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park, famous for its vast elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and varied wildlife including lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
Evening: Check in at your lodge/camp, enjoy dinner, and unwind.

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Day 2 – Tarangire to Ndutu, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

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Morning: Breakfast, followed by a drive towards Ndutu, approximately 3.5 hours (200 km).
Activities: Enjoy a game drive in the Ndutu region, focusing on the Great Migration. Witness wildebeests, zebras, and various predators in action.
Evening: Settle in for dinner and relaxation at your Ndutu accommodation.

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Days 3 & 4 – Full Days in Ndutu, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

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  • Option 1: Begin with a morning drive at 9:00 AM, or
    Option 2: Early start at 6:00 AM for a sunrise game drive.
    Activities: Follow the migration, capturing sights of calving season, young animals, and predator-prey interactions. Return for evening relaxation at your lodge/camp.

    Day 4 Options:
    Similar split for full-day or early morning/afternoon game drives to maximize sightings of the migration and wildlife action.

    Accommodation: Ndutu Safari Lodge
    Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

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Day 5 – Ndutu to Central Serengeti

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Morning: Breakfast and departure to the Central Serengeti.
Activities: Enjoy a game drive through the iconic Serengeti plains and granite kopjes, looking out for the Big Five, particularly lions and leopards.
Evening: Dinner and rest at your Central Serengeti camp/lodge.

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Day 6 – Central Serengeti Full Day

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  • Option 1: 9:00 AM start for a full-day game drive, or
    Option 2: Early morning drive at 6:00 AM with afternoon game drive options.
    Activities: Continue exploring Seronera, the heart of Serengeti wildlife. With a picnic lunch, spot lions, giraffes, elephants, and other wildlife along the river and open plains.
    Evening: Return for dinner and relaxation.

    Accommodation: Seronera Wildlife Lodge
    Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

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Day 7 – Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

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Morning: Early game drive, breakfast, and drive toward Ngorongoro.
Activities: Enjoy a scenic drive with potential wildlife sightings along the way. Arrive in the Ngorongoro area to relax before the next day’s crater descent.
Evening: Dinner at your Ngorongoro lodge.

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Day 8 – Ngorongoro Crater Tour and Return to Arusha

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  • 6:30 AM: Begin an early descent into Ngorongoro Crater.
    Activities: Enjoy a game drive through the crater, spotting black rhinos, elephants, hippos, lions, and more. Have a picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool.
    Afternoon: Ascend from the crater and return to Arusha, concluding by early evening.

    End of Safari.
    Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch included.

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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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