8 Days Wildebeest Migration River Crossing

8 Days

Wildebeest Migration River Crossing

Tour Overview

Starting in July, the river crossing of the wildebeest migration commences, moving in a northward direction and passing through the Lobo and Wagakuria regions as they make their way towards Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve. By September, the wildebeest herds are dispersed across the northern Serengeti National Park and the Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya. Although a significant number of wildebeest stay in the area during this time, weather fluctuations might cause some herds to return from the Mara. In October, the herds begin their southward movement, heading towards the central Serengeti National Park via the Lobo area of the Serengeti National Park.

PLACES TO VISIT: TARANGIRE, SERENGETI, NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA &.LAKE MANYARA

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Program Details

Day 1 | Arusha - Tarangire National Park

From Arusha, we proceed to Tarangire National Park for our game drive. One of the largest national park in Tanzania located in Manyara region, this place is characterized by the large herds of elephants, tree climbing lions, and the fascinating baobab trees also called the Tree of Life for its almost mythical powers that some cultures attach to it. This park is especially known for Tarangire river which flows all year round and the only source of water for wild animals during dry seasons.

Meals: L, D
Accommodation: Acacia Tarangire Luxury Camp

Day 2 | Serengeti National Park (Seronera)

After breakfast, we proceed to the Central part of Serengeti. This park is well-known for its healthy stock of resident wildlife, particularly the “big five”, named for the five most prized trophies taken by hunters: Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffaloes, and Rhinos.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Acacia Seronera Luxury camp

Day 3 | Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, we will set off on a full day game drive in the wilderness following the Great Migration trails. Our experienced driver tour guide will provide you with interesting facts about this highly renowned event, which makes Tanzania the top safari destination in Africa.

Serengeti, a UNESCO world heritage site, is home to around 200,000 zebras, and 300,000 Thomson’s gazelle, which join in the wildebeest’s trek for fresh grazing. Listen to the exotic sounds of over six million hooves pounding the open plains. This is just like you imagined Africa to be!

Meals: L, B, D
Accommodation: Acacia Migration Camp

Day 4 | Serengeti National Park (Kogatende)

We will proceed for a full day game drive viewing the great migration at Mara area. Resident wildlife numbers are exceptionally high in the Wagakuria area. The key feature is the Mara River and there is a great chance to see the herds cross the Mara River to the north on one day and back south a few days later.

Please note that it can be very difficult to witness crossing and is sometimes a matter of luck. A herd can be seen next to river and only decide to cross a couple of days later. This area is a stunning region with kopjes, woodland, riverine vegetation and open plains, similar to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve.

Meals: L, B, D
Accommodation: Acacia Migration Camp

Day 5 | Serengeti National Park (North Mara)

After breakfast, we will drive to Serengeti north viewing the great migration at Mara area. The key feature is the Mara River and it is not uncommon to see the herds cross the Mara River north on one day and then back south a few days later. Please take note that finding a crossing is very challenging and is sometimes a matter of luck.

There are instances where herds can be seen next to the river but then only decides to cross a couple of days later. This area is a stunning region with kopjes, woodland, riverine vegetation and open plains, similar to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve.

Meals: B,L,D
Accommodation: Acacia Migration Camp

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Day 6 | Serengeti National Park– Ngorongoro Conservation Area

In the morning, we will have another game drive in Serengeti National Park. Come afternoon, we proceed to Ngorongoro Conservation Area Olduvai Gorge museum, a famous archaeological location in East Africa. At Laetoli, located 45 km south of Olduvai gorge, you will find hominin footprints preserved in volcanic rock that dates back 3.6 millions years ago and represent some of the earliest signs of mankind in the world.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

Day 7 | Ngorongoro Crater Tour

We start with an early morning game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) is an extensive highland area along the eastern arm of the Rift Valley, with the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater as its focal point. Ngorongoro was established to conserve wildlife and other natural resources. It also safeguards the interests of indigenous people and promotes tourism.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Acacia Farm Lodge

Day 8 | Lake Manyara National Park- Arusha

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara for the morning game drive afternoon we make our way back to Arusha or at the airport for your flight back home.

Meals: B, L
Accommodation: End of tour (no accommodation)

Inclusions

Park fees
All activities (unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation as stated in the itinerary
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)

Exclusions

International flights (from/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Alcohol drinks

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