8-Day Great Ndutu Migration Safari

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Arusha

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, an African Overland representative will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your lodge in Arusha.
Spend the rest of the day relaxing, enjoying the peaceful surroundings, and preparing for the exciting safari ahead. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore the lodge gardens or simply unwind after your journey.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Activities:

• Game drive (normal 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire NP - Karatu

After breakfast, your African Overland professional safari guide will pick you up and begin your adventure to Tarangire National Park. Known as the "Land of Giants," Tarangire is famous for its enormous elephant families, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Children and adults alike will enjoy spotting giraffes gracefully walking across the plains, zebras grazing together, playful monkeys, buffalo, and numerous bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park while surrounded by breathtaking landscapes before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later in the day, travel to the charming town of Karatu for a relaxing evening.

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:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Karatu to Serengeti NP

After breakfast, drive through the beautiful Ngorongoro Conservation Area with spectacular viewpoints overlooking the famous Ngorongoro Crater. Continue toward the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, where every turn offers opportunities to spot incredible wildlife. You can enjoy watching herds of zebras, impalas, buffaloes, elephants, and perhaps even lions resting under acacia trees or cheetahs scanning the open grasslands. The vast scenery and abundance of animals make this one of Africa's most unforgettable safari destinations.

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

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Embalakai Serengeti Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day in Serengeti NP

Wake up to the sounds of nature and spend a full day exploring the iconic Serengeti. You can enjoy exciting game drives while learning about the park's remarkable ecosystem from your knowledgeable guide. Every safari is unique, with opportunities to encounter elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, hyenas, and the famous big cats. Return to camp during the warmest part of the day for lunch and relaxation before heading back out for an afternoon game drive. As the sun sets across the plains, gather around dinner and share stories of the day's incredible sightings.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Embalakai Serengeti Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Central serengeti - Southern Serengeti (ndutu)

After breakfast, journey south through the Serengeti toward the Ndutu region, one of the best places to witness the Great Migration between December and April. Along the way, enjoy wildlife viewing and stunning landscapes as thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move across the plains searching for fresh grazing. Lake Ndutu provides an important water source and attracts countless animals, making it a fantastic location for family-friendly game viewing and photography. Spend the evening in a comfortable seasonal tented camp surrounded by nature.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Ndutu Heritage Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full game drive in Ndutu

Today is dedicated to exploring the incredible Ndutu ecosystem. Drive through open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and wetlands while searching for migrating herds and the predators that follow them. During the calving season (typically February), families have the rare opportunity to witness thousands of newborn wildebeest taking their first steps a truly unforgettable wildlife spectacle. The abundance of animals makes every moment exciting, whether you're watching playful zebra foals or observing lions resting after a hunt. After a rewarding day, return to camp for dinner and a peaceful evening under the African sky.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Ndutu Heritage Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ndutu - Ngorongoro Crater - Karatu

After breakfast, travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area toward the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. Descending into the crater feels like entering a hidden world filled with wildlife. Home to one of Africa's highest concentrations of animals, the crater offers excellent chances to see elephants, lions, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by spectacular scenery before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, drive to Karatu for a relaxing overnight stay.

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:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Eileen's Trees Inn

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Manyara NP - Arusha

On your final safari day, visit the beautiful Lake Manyara National Park, a compact but incredibly diverse destination nestled beneath the Great Rift Valley Escarpment. Explore lush groundwater forests filled with playful baboons, elephants, colorful birds, and the park's famous tree-climbing lions. The seasonal lake attracts thousands of flamingos and many other water birds, creating spectacular scenery for the whole family to enjoy. After a picnic lunch and your final game drive, your African Overland guide will transfer you to Arusha, Kilimanjaro International Airport, or Arusha Airport according to your travel plans. As your safari comes to an end, you'll leave Tanzania with unforgettable family memories, incredible photographs, and experiences that will be cherished for years to come.

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

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.