6-Day Northern Serengeti Mara River Crossing Tour

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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Depart from Arusha after breakfast and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees, beautiful landscapes and large elephant herds. Enjoy an exciting game drive through the park, where you may encounter lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes and numerous bird species. After a memorable day exploring the wilderness, proceed to your accommodation for dinner and relaxation.

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

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Tembo Tarangire Lodge & Camp

• Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire to Central Serengeti

After breakfast, depart Tarangire and travel towards the world-famous Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy beautiful views of the changing landscapes before entering the Central Serengeti, particularly the Seronera region. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive across the endless plains, searching for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants and other wildlife. Later, arrive at your camp for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the African wilderness.

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

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

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)

Central Serengeti to Mara River Area

After an early breakfast, depart Central Serengeti and travel north towards the spectacular Mara River region. Enjoy an exciting en-route game drive through the diverse Serengeti landscapes, with opportunities to spot predators, elephants, giraffes and migrating herds. As you approach Northern Serengeti, keep an eye out for large concentrations of wildebeest and zebras gathering around the river. Arrive at your tented camp and enjoy dinner while preparing for the following day's Great Migration adventure.

Main Destination:

Mara River

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

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)

Full Day Mara River Crossing

Spend the entire day exploring the Northern Serengeti, focusing on the famous Mara River crossing areas. This region becomes a spectacular wildlife stage during the Great Migration season, when thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather along the riverbanks before attempting to cross crocodile-inhabited waters. Your experienced safari guide will search for the best wildlife viewing opportunities while you enjoy photography, predator sightings and the incredible natural scenery. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Mara River

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Tanzania Bush Camps - Mara River

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

After breakfast, begin your journey south towards Central Serengeti, enjoying an exciting game drive along the way. Explore the beautiful open plains and woodland habitats while looking for resident wildlife and predators. The Central Serengeti is particularly famous for its impressive lion populations, leopards and cheetahs, offering excellent opportunities for wildlife photography. Enjoy the spectacular scenery and wildlife encounters before arriving at your accommodation for dinner and your final night in the Serengeti wilderness.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

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)

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Rise early and depart Central Serengeti for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying wildlife sightings and beautiful scenery along the way. Descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive across its diverse habitats. Look out for elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, hippos and, with luck, the endangered black rhinoceros. Enjoy a picnic lunch before ascending the crater walls and continuing to Arusha, where your safari concludes with a drop-off at your hotel or airport.

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

White RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

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.