9-Day Big Five and Amazing Migration Safari Experience

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you’ll have the opportunity to relax or explore the town. Later in the evening, your safari guide will meet you for a detailed briefing about your upcoming adventure.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Green Mountain Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart Arusha and head towards Tarangire National Park, a journey of about two hours. The park is renowned for its large herds of elephants, ancient baobab trees, and seasonal swamps teeming with wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive, stopping for a picnic lunch inside the park. In the late afternoon, you’ll be transferred to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge

• Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Tarangire – Mto wa Mbu or Lake Manyara – Karatu

Today begins with an optional cultural visit to the vibrant village of Mto wa Mbu, where you can experience local life, markets, and traditions. Alternatively, you may opt for a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and birdlife. In the afternoon, drive to the lush highlands of Karatu, located on the outer slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater, for your overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge

• Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

After an early breakfast, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to a vast array of animals, including the rare black rhino, and offers some of the best chances to see the Big Five in one place. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot before continuing your wildlife exploration. Later in the afternoon, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Bougainvillea Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro – Central Serengeti

This morning, depart for the Serengeti, driving through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and entering the Serengeti National Park via Naabi Hill Gate. Enjoy a picnic lunch en route and continue with game drives as you head towards the Seronera area, known for its abundance of wildlife, particularly big cats. Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Central Serengeti – Northern Serengeti (Migration)

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Central Serengeti before continuing your journey to the Northern Serengeti, either by scenic drive. The northern region is where the Great Migration herds cross the Mara River, often facing crocodile-infested waters. Arrive in the Kogatende area in the afternoon and enjoy a game drive en route to your camp.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Mara Under Canvas

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Northern Serengeti

Spend the day exploring the Northern Serengeti in search of dramatic river crossings and the migratory herds of wildebeest and zebras. This region offers excellent wildlife viewing year-round, including lions, leopards, elephants, and hippos. A packed lunch allows you to spend maximum time in the bush before returning to your camp for a beautiful sunset and dinner.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Mara Under Canvas

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Northern Serengeti – Arusha

After a leisurely breakfast or an optional early morning game drive, you will begin your journey back to Arusha. Enjoy the scenic drive through the diverse landscapes of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro regions. Arrive in Arusha later in the day and check in to your hotel for rest and relaxation. If time allows, you may explore local markets or enjoy a coffee at one of the city’s cafés.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Green Mountain Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Departure

Depending on your international departure schedule, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey. This marks the end of your unforgettable Great Migration safari in Tanzania.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.