8-Day Mid-Range Serengeti Migration Safari Adventure

• 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, your professional guide from Empaalai African Adventure will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your lodge in Arusha. Enjoy a relaxing evening surrounded by the stunning landscapes of northern Tanzania as you prepare for your unforgettable safari adventure. Dinner and overnight stay at Africa Safari Arusha Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a gem nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley. The park is known for its lush forests, flamingo-filled lake, and famous tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch before heading to your lodge for dinner and rest.

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

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Eileen's Trees Inn

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Manyara to Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, continue your journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park. Enjoy scenic views as you pass through the Ngorongoro highlands, with optional stops at a Maasai village or Olduvai Gorge. Arrive in Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive before heading to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Central 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

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day Game Drive in Central Serengeti

Spend the entire day exploring Central Serengeti, home to large prides of lions, leopards resting in acacia trees, and herds of wildebeest and buffalo grazing across the plains. This area offers excellent wildlife viewing year-round. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and return to your lodge at sunset.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti (Central) to Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, continue your journey north, following the Great Migration herds (seasonally between July and October). Enjoy game drives along the way, spotting crocodiles and hippos in the Mara River. Arrive in the Northern Serengeti for dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Heritage Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before heading toward Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, spot wildlife and enjoy the scenic beauty of the region. Arrive at your lodge in the highlands, surrounded by lush vegetation and panoramic views.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands

Accommodation:

Eileen's Trees Inn

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Crater Tour

After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in one location. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch by the hippo pool. In the late afternoon, ascend to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

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

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Eileen's Trees Inn

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro to Tarangire National Park – Arusha

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, home to Tanzania’s largest elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Enjoy your final game drive before heading back to Arusha, where your memorable 8-day Serengeti Migration Safari with Empaalai African Adventure comes to an end.

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

Show more

HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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