5 DAYS SERENGETI WILDBEEST MIGRATION SAFARI
Some of the migration then head due north of Seronera, but most are usually further west. Around June the wildebeest migration is often halted on the south side of the Grumeti River, which has some channels which block or slow their migration north. The wildebeest then congregate there, in the Western Corridor, often building up to a high density before crossing the river. The river here is normally a series of pools and channels, but it’s not continuous – and so whilst they always represent an annual feast for the Grumeti River’s large crocodiles, these aren’t usually quite as spectacular as the crossings of the Mara River, further north.The wildebeest migration continues moving northwards during July and August, often spreading out across a broad front: some heading through Grumeti Reserve and Ikorongo, others north through the heart of the Serengeti National Park.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Arrival in Arusha
- Serengeti National Park (Ndutu Area)
- Serengeti National Park (Ndutu Area) – Serengeti National Park (Seronera)
- Serengeti National Park (Seronera)– Ngorongoro Crater
- Ngorongoro Crater- departure
FACTS
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN ARUSHA
You will be picked up from Kilimanjaro International Airport. you will be taken to your Hotel for dinner and overnight
Lunch; Dinner
DAY 2: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (NDUTU AREA)
After breakfast, we will set off for Ndutu area situated in the Ngorongoro conservation area, which is part of the southern Serengeti eco-system. Lake Ndutu like most other rift lakes is alkaline however the water is still drinkable and consumed by a wide array of local wildlife.
We will spend the afternoon with a game drive in the Ndutu area. The majority of the wildebeest migration can normally be found on the short-grass plains from December to April. The area is usually heavily populated with elephant, birds and resident game. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
DAY 3: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (NDUTU AREA) – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (SERONERA)
After breakfast, you will enjoy a full day game drive in the Ndutu area exploring a great range of various habitats such as swamps, woodland, soda lakes and the world famous Serengeti short grass plains. You will witness herds of wildebeest and zebras especially during a short time-frame from around February and lasting for about 3 weeks where majority of the wildebeest calve.
The sea of grass provides little cover and the young makes an easy prey for a variety of predators. Wildebeest calves can run minutes after they were born and within 3 days, they are normally strong enough to keep up with the herd. In the afternoon, we will set off for Serengeti National Park. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
DAY 4: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (NDUTU AREA) – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (SERONERA)
After breakfast, you will enjoy a full day game drive in the Ndutu area exploring a great range of various habitats such as swamps, woodland, soda lakes and the world famous Serengeti short grass plains. You will witness herds of wildebeest and zebras especially during a short time-frame from around February and lasting for about 3 weeks where majority of the wildebeest calve.
The sea of grass provides little cover and the young makes an easy prey for a variety of predators. Wildebeest calves can run minutes after they were born and within 3 days, they are normally strong enough to keep up with the herd. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
DAY 5: NGORONGORO CRATER- DEPARTURE
We will have an early breakfast and afterwards drive to the famous Ngorongoro Conservation area. From here, we will descend down to 600 meters into the crater to view an array of wildlife.
With its year round water supply and fodder, the Ngorongoro National Park supports a vast variety of animals, which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants among others.
What makes this attraction especially famous is the dense population of predators such as lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs and the ever-elusive leopard, which requires a trained eye to be spotted. We will also visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the south-west corner and one of the main features of the crater. A large number of flamingos, hippos and other water birds can usually be seen in this lake. In the late afternoon we depart to Arusha/Kilimanjaro air port for your departure flight.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
- Unlimitedmineral water during the entire safari
- Highlyexperienced English-speaking guide(s); porters & cook
- Mountain crew (cook & porters)
- Transportfrom/to park gate & airport transfer
- Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats, chairs, tables etc.)
- Meals according to the itinerary
- All mentioned activities
- All national park fees
- Sleeping bag
- Flights
- Optional activities
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Visa fees
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- + OVERVIEW
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HIGHLIGHTS
Day 1-5 | Tanzania- Arrival in Arusha
- Serengeti National Park (Ndutu Area)
- Serengeti National Park (Ndutu Area) – Serengeti National Park (Seronera)
- Serengeti National Park (Seronera)– Ngorongoro Crater
- Ngorongoro Crater- departure
FACTS
TOUR DURATION: 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTSGROUP SIZA: 1 person and aboveDESTINATION: Tanzania Northern ParkSPECIAL CATEGORY: Game drive, Great Migration and CraterSEASON: All year around - + ITINERARY
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DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN ARUSHA
You will be picked up from Kilimanjaro International Airport. you will be taken to your Hotel for dinner and overnight
Lunch; Dinner
DAY 2: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (NDUTU AREA)
After breakfast, we will set off for Ndutu area situated in the Ngorongoro conservation area, which is part of the southern Serengeti eco-system. Lake Ndutu like most other rift lakes is alkaline however the water is still drinkable and consumed by a wide array of local wildlife.
We will spend the afternoon with a game drive in the Ndutu area. The majority of the wildebeest migration can normally be found on the short-grass plains from December to April. The area is usually heavily populated with elephant, birds and resident game. Dinner and overnight at hotel.Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
DAY 3: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (NDUTU AREA) – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (SERONERA)
After breakfast, you will enjoy a full day game drive in the Ndutu area exploring a great range of various habitats such as swamps, woodland, soda lakes and the world famous Serengeti short grass plains. You will witness herds of wildebeest and zebras especially during a short time-frame from around February and lasting for about 3 weeks where majority of the wildebeest calve.
The sea of grass provides little cover and the young makes an easy prey for a variety of predators. Wildebeest calves can run minutes after they were born and within 3 days, they are normally strong enough to keep up with the herd. In the afternoon, we will set off for Serengeti National Park. Dinner and overnight at hotel.Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
DAY 4: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (NDUTU AREA) – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (SERONERA)
After breakfast, you will enjoy a full day game drive in the Ndutu area exploring a great range of various habitats such as swamps, woodland, soda lakes and the world famous Serengeti short grass plains. You will witness herds of wildebeest and zebras especially during a short time-frame from around February and lasting for about 3 weeks where majority of the wildebeest calve.
The sea of grass provides little cover and the young makes an easy prey for a variety of predators. Wildebeest calves can run minutes after they were born and within 3 days, they are normally strong enough to keep up with the herd. Dinner and overnight at hotel.Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
DAY 5: NGORONGORO CRATER- DEPARTURE
We will have an early breakfast and afterwards drive to the famous Ngorongoro Conservation area. From here, we will descend down to 600 meters into the crater to view an array of wildlife.
With its year round water supply and fodder, the Ngorongoro National Park supports a vast variety of animals, which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants among others.
What makes this attraction especially famous is the dense population of predators such as lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs and the ever-elusive leopard, which requires a trained eye to be spotted. We will also visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the south-west corner and one of the main features of the crater. A large number of flamingos, hippos and other water birds can usually be seen in this lake. In the late afternoon we depart to Arusha/Kilimanjaro air port for your departure flight.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Items included:- Unlimitedmineral water during the entire safari
- Highlyexperienced English-speaking guide(s); porters & cook
- Mountain crew (cook & porters)
- Transportfrom/to park gate & airport transfer
- Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats, chairs, tables etc.)
- Meals according to the itinerary
- All mentioned activities
- All national park fees
Items excluded:- Sleeping bag
- Flights
- Optional activities
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Visa fees
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- + MAP
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