8 DAYS SERENGETI WILDBEEST MIGRATION SAFARI
The Great Wildebeest Calving Migration Safari has been designed specifically to focus on following the Great Serengeti Wildebeest migration during calving from December to April. The areas to be covered lake Ndutu area, as well as the Southern and Central areas of SerengetiNational Park where the majority of the wildebeest are usually found. A visit to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater is part of this safar as well. The three groups of migrant grazers have different grass-eating habits: as one group eats the top of the tallest grass, the next group will eat away some of the medium-height grass, until finally it is almost completely eaten, and the herds move on. This means each group sticks to their own kind with only a small overlap in their distributions. The grasses of the plains have the highest protein content in the whole of the Serengeti, as well as being high in calcium.
It is unclear how the wildebeest know which way to go, but it is generally believed that their journey is dictated primarily by their response to the weather; they follow the rains and the growth of new grass. While there is no scientific proof of it, some experts believe that the animals react to lightning and thunderstorms in the distance. It has even been suggested that wildebeest can locate rain more than 50km away.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Arusha – Tarangire National Park
- Tarangire National Park to Serengeti National Park (Seronera)
- Serengeti National Park
- Serengeti National Park (Kogatende)
- Serengeti National Park (North Mara)
- Serengeti National Park– Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Manyara National Park- Arusha
FACTS
DAY 1: ARUSHA – TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Our driver will picked you up from airport 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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Lunch; Dinner
DAY 2: TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK TO SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (SERONERA)
After breakfast, we drive 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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
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. 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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
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. 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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
DAY 7: NGORONGORO CRATER
We start with an early morning game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area 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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
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
- 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 1-8 | Tanzania- Arusha – Tarangire National Park
- Tarangire National Park to Serengeti National Park (Seronera)
- Serengeti National Park
- Serengeti National Park (Kogatende)
- Serengeti National Park (North Mara)
- Serengeti National Park– Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Manyara National Park- Arusha
FACTS
TOUR DURATION: 8 Days/7 nightsGROUP SIZE: 1 person and aboveDESTINATION: Tanzania Northern ParkSPECIAL CATEGORY: Game drive, Great Migration, and CraterSEASON : December to April - + ITINERARY
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DAY 1: ARUSHA – TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Our driver will picked you up from airport 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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Lunch; Dinner
DAY 2: TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK TO SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (SERONERA)
After breakfast, we drive 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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
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. 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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
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. 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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
DAY 7: NGORONGORO CRATER
We start with an early morning game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area 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. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
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
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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