Bavuma Wild Quest

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Wilson Airport Via Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Wilson Airport Via Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, you’ll depart from your complimentary hotel in Nairobi and take a scheduled air transfer from Wilson Airport to Arusha Airport. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed by the Bavuma Wild Quest team and begin your safari journey toward Tarangire National Park—renowned for its vast elephant herds, lions, leopards, buffaloes, zebras, and rich birdlife.

On arrival in Tarangire, enjoy an immersive game drive through the park’s varied landscapes, including open savannas, riverine forests, and seasonal swamps. Your guide will provide insightful commentary on wildlife behavior and the unique ecosystem.

A picnic lunch will be served within the park, allowing you to relax amid nature. In the afternoon, continue exploring, spotting more wildlife and admiring iconic baobab trees and the Tarangire River. As the day ends, transfer to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Manyara's Secret Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Tarangire to Central Serengeti

Tarangire to Central Serengeti

After breakfast, you’ll begin your journey to the legendary Serengeti National Park, where vast open plains stretch to the horizon and wildlife thrives in abundance. Upon arrival, enjoy an exciting game drive, spotting elephants, lions, leopards, zebras, and a variety of birds. Later, check in at Serengeti Explorer by Elewana for dinner and an overnight stay, blending comfort with the magic of the African wilderness.

Throughout your safari, enjoy complimentary drinking water, fresh juices, non-alcoholic drinks, snacks, and light bites, keeping you refreshed as you explore. As evening approaches, relax with sundowners featuring coffee, wine, and light treats while the Serengeti sun sets over the endless plains.

Famous for the great migration, millions of wildebeest, zebras, and other animals traverse the landscape, offering unforgettable wildlife encounters, breathtaking scenery, and a truly remarkable safari experience with the personalized guidance of your Bavuma Wild Quest team.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
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
Accommodation:
Serengeti Explorer by Elewana
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Tracking the Great Migration Across Northern Serengeti National Park

Tracking the Great Migration Across Northern Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you’ll travel to the Northern Serengeti, the prime destination to witness the dramatic spectacle of the great migration. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive across the iconic Serengeti plains, spotting predators, elephants, and grazing herds against breathtaking landscapes, before settling in for dinner and an overnight stay. You have complimentary drinking water, fresh juices, snacks, and light bites to keep you refreshed as you explore.

The Northern Serengeti is where the action truly peaks. From July to early October, thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather at the Mara River, braving fast-flowing currents and dodging huge Nile crocodiles as they make their perilous crossing toward Kenya’s Masai Mara. Witnessing this raw display of survival, energy, and nature’s rhythm is unforgettable, placing you at the heart of one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife events, where every moment is alive with tension, excitement, and the pulse of the wild.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Northern Serengeti Moyo Migration Camp Mara
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Chasing the Great Migration in Northern Serengeti

Chasing the Great Migration in Northern Serengeti

Get ready for a thrilling full day of wildlife adventure in the Northern Serengeti, where the heart of the great migration comes alive. Your day can start with an optional early-morning hot-air balloon safari, drifting over the endless plains at sunrise for a breathtaking aerial view of the wildebeest herds and the Serengeti landscape. After touching down, enjoy a delicious breakfast before heading out on a full-day game drive, exploring the plains, spotting predators, and following the movement of the massive herds.

You will focus your journey around the Mara River, the ultimate hotspot where wildebeest and zebra make their dramatic crossings. Your experienced driver-guide will ensure you reach the best vantage points to witness this spectacular natural phenomenon up close. Lunch is enjoyed amidst the stunning Serengeti scenery, while snacks, drinks, and refreshments are provided throughout the day to keep you energized.

Witness the great migration and create unforgettable memories.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Northern Serengeti Moyo Migration Camp Mara
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Serengeti Safari From North to Central Plains

Serengeti Safari From North to Central Plains

Breakfast at Northern Serengeti Moyo Migration Camp Mara kicks off the day, followed by a scenic transfer through the Northern Serengeti. Along the way, enjoy a morning game drive, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest as you make your way toward the Central Serengeti. Pause for a picnic lunch amid the sweeping plains.

Continue your guided game drive through the Central Serengeti, where rolling grasslands and acacia-studded horizons offer some of the park’s most spectacular wildlife encounters.

With Bavuma Wild Quest’s expert guides, you’ll experience unmatched tracking and insight, witnessing unforgettable wildlife moments and the drama of the migration. Later, relax with a complimentary sundowner, enjoying coffee and snacks while soaking in the iconic Serengeti sunset.

By late evening, arrive at Serengeti Explorer by Elewana for your overnight stay, resting under the stars in the heart of the wild.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Serengeti Explorer by Elewana
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater back to Arusha or the Airport

Ngorongoro Crater back to Arusha or the Airport

Begin your day with a hearty breakfast and packed lunches before heading to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most spectacular natural wonders. Formed by a massive volcanic eruption millions of years ago, this breathtaking crater is home to an extraordinary array of wildlife, including lions, buffalo, zebras, wildebeests, and the rare black rhino.

Spend the day exploring its diverse landscapes and visit Lake Magadi, known for its flamingos and hippos, while enjoying immersive game viewing throughout the crater.

At the end of your adventure, your driver-guide will transfer you to your hotel in Arusha to prepare for your international departure the next morning, or you may choose a direct transfer to the airport on the same day, bringing your unforgettable safari journey to a seamless and memorable close.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
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

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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

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