Migsam Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival in Arusha

Arrival in Arusha

Meet our airport representative upon arrival and enjoy a private transfer to Arusha. The day is intentionally kept relaxed, allowing time to rest and recover before your safari begins. If your international flight arrives early, you may enjoy the hotel gardens or take a light visit around town, although no included activity depends on an uncertain arrival time.

Your driver will be available to assist with any immediate questions about the local area, weather, and plans for the following day. Before the evening, your safari guide will provide a practical briefing, confirm the daily schedule, and check any personal or dietary requirements.

Enjoy a relaxed dinner and a good night’s rest, ensuring you are refreshed and ready for the exciting wildlife experiences ahead.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Forest Hill Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located near Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Drive to Tarangire National Park for a full day of game viewing, focusing on the wildlife-rich river corridor, elephant country, woodlands, and seasonal wetlands. Your guide will adjust the route according to the season, water availability, recent sightings, and road conditions.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your game drive at an unhurried pace. There will be plenty of time to observe wildlife behavior, tracks, and the relationship between Tarangire’s vegetation and its diverse animal life.

In the late afternoon, exit the park and return to Karatu for a second night at the same lodge. This relaxed arrangement avoids unnecessary packing and provides a convenient base for your Ngorongoro Crater experience the following morning.

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
Wild DogVery Rare
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Kankari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

Drive through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive through its diverse landscapes. Explore the lush groundwater forest, open floodplains, and scenic lakeshore, offering a refreshing contrast to the drier savannah environments of the Northern Circuit.

The changing habitats provide opportunities to see a variety of wildlife and abundant birdlife. Your guide will adapt the route to the areas accessible that day, allowing time to appreciate both the larger animals and the smaller details of the park without rushing from one sighting to another.

Enjoy a picnic lunch before continuing the game drive. Later, leave the park and drive to Karatu, arriving with enough time to relax at your lodge before dinner and prepare for the following day’s adventure.

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
HippoCommon
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Kankari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area early and descend into the spectacular crater for a full day of wildlife viewing. Explore the open crater floor and forest edges in search of the species most active that morning, while your guide adapts the route to current wildlife movements, weather, and road conditions.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at an authorized site before continuing with the final game-drive circuit. There is time to observe wildlife behavior and take photographs without rushing or obstructing other vehicles.

In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and continue to a lodge positioned toward the Serengeti side of the highlands. The evening location is carefully selected to provide a comfortable rest while placing you in a convenient position for the following day’s journey into the Serengeti.

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

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
White RhinoOccasional
LeopardOccasional
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti National Park

Cross the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and enter Serengeti National Park through Naabi Hill. Continue toward the Seronera area with wildlife viewing along the way, making the journey itself part of the safari rather than simply a transfer.

Enjoy a picnic lunch en route before continuing your game drive across the central plains. Your guide will use experience, fresh tracks, and responsible wildlife reports to decide when to wait, reposition, or explore a different habitat, allowing time to observe natural behavior.

Depending on weather, energy, and current wildlife activity, the day can be enjoyed as one continuous picnic circuit or as separate game drives. Arrive at your camp in the late afternoon, settle in, and relax before dinner.

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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Central Serengeti Moyo Camp Hembe
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Central Serengeti National Park

Central Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring Central Serengeti with a flexible schedule shaped around wildlife activity, weather, and your interests. Start early for cooler temperatures and softer light, enjoy a picnic breakfast or lunch on an extended game-drive circuit, or return to camp during the warmest hours for a relaxing break.

The Seronera region supports resident herbivores and predators throughout the year, making it rewarding in every season. Your guide will read tracks, use responsible wildlife reports, and draw on local experience to decide when to wait, reposition, or explore a different habitat.

Choose between a continuous picnic circuit or separate morning and afternoon game drives. The pace is adjusted to your energy and current wildlife activity, with the final return to camp planned before darkness.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Central Serengeti Moyo Camp Hembe
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7

Serengeti to Arusha

Serengeti to Arusha

Enjoy a final morning game drive as you make your way toward Seronera Airstrip, making the most of your last opportunity to experience the Serengeti’s wildlife and landscapes. Your guide will select the route based on current wildlife activity, recent sightings, and your interests.

Continue to Seronera Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Arusha. Upon arrival, meet the Migsam transfer team for your onward connection to Kilimanjaro International Airport, an Arusha hotel, or a suitable flight to Zanzibar.

For international departures, the flight schedule will be planned with a safe connection margin after the bush flight, allowing flexibility for any changes or delays and ensuring a smooth end to your safari.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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