8 Day Mid-Range Serengeti Wildebeests Migration Tour
Witness the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration, including dramatic...
6 Day Wildebeest Great Migration – Mara River Crossing
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Overview
- Duration:6 days 5 nights
- Travelers:2 - 14 guests
- Tour Type:Private tour
Experience an unforgettable 6-day Tanzania safari with Across Tanzania Expeditions, designed to showcase the dramatic Great Wildebeest Migration river crossings in Serengeti National Park. Witness vast herds of wildebeest and zebra as they brave crocodile-filled rivers, navigate powerful currents, and evade predators in one of nature’s most thrilling spectacles. This carefully crafted safari offers exceptional wildlife viewing, expert-guided game drives, and the chance to experience one of Africa’s most iconic natural events up close.
Tour Highlights
- Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration river crossings in the Serengeti
- Excellent chances to see predators like lions, crocodiles, and cheetahs
- Explore diverse areas of Serengeti National Park
- Expert-guided game drives for the best wildlife viewing experience
- Comfortable mid-range lodges and tented camps
- Scenic picnic lunches in the wild
- Ideal for wildlife lovers, photographers, and adventure seekers
Includes/Excludes
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- Accommodation during safari on Full Board basis
- All park entry fees and government conservation fees
- Ngorongoro Crater service fee
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- All game drives as per itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Picnic lunches during game drives
- Government taxes and VAT
- Accommodation in Arusha (before and after safari)
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Optional activities
- Alcoholic and soft drinks at lodges
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, tips, etc.)
- Tips and gratuities for driver guide and lodge staff
- Government imposed increase of taxes
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 30 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arusha → Tarangire National Park
Begin your safari with a drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and iconic ancient baobab trees. Enjoy game drives through the park’s diverse landscapes, where you may encounter lions, zebras, giraffes, and a variety of other wildlife. Keep your camera ready as you explore deeper into the park, capturing unforgettable moments and authentic wildlife interactions in their natural habitat.
Accommodation: Eileen's Trees Inn
Meals: Lunch | Dinner
Day 2: Karatu → Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 3: Drive to Northern Serengeti (Kogatende)
Spend a full day exploring the iconic Serengeti National Park on exciting game drives. The park is home to abundant wildlife, including impalas, buffaloes, crocodiles, and hippos, while predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards roam the plains. Its breathtaking landscapes and rich biodiversity make for an unforgettable safari experience.
You can choose to enjoy an early morning and late afternoon game drive, returning to your tented camp for lunch, or opt for a full-day game drive with a scenic picnic lunch in the park, immersing yourself fully in the Serengeti’s natural beauty.
Accommodation: Heritage Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 4: Northern Serengeti National Park → Mara River
After an early breakfast, journey to the northern part of Serengeti National Park toward the famous Mara River, where the Great Migration unfolds. Your experienced guide will position you at the best viewing نقاط to witness this incredible natural event.
The Great Migration is the largest movement of wildlife on Earth, as vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and other animals cross the Mara River into Kenya’s Masai Mara in search of fresh grazing. The peak time to experience dramatic river crossings is typically from July to early October.
Accommodation: Heritage Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 5: Kogatende → Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
After breakfast, depart for the remarkable Ngorongoro Crater, carrying packed lunch boxes for an exciting game drive. Descend into this world-renowned caldera, the largest unbroken volcanic crater on Earth and one of Africa’s most spectacular natural wonders.
Home to over 30,000 animals, the crater offers exceptional wildlife viewing, including buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and the endangered black rhino, along with a rich variety of birdlife. After your safari, continue to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari adventure.
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch
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Where is Tanzania located?
Tanzania is located in East Africa and is one of the most popular safari destinations in the world. It borders Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Zambia, Malawi, and Mozambique and is home to world-famous wildlife areas such as Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater.
What is the best time to go on a safari in Tanzania?
Tanzania is a year-round safari destination.
June to October: Dry season and best time for wildlife viewing.
December to March: Excellent for calving season in the southern Serengeti National Park.
April to May: Green season with fewer tourists and lush landscapes.
Wildlife can be seen throughout the year in parks like Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara National Park.
June to October: Dry season and best time for wildlife viewing.
December to March: Excellent for calving season in the southern Serengeti National Park.
April to May: Green season with fewer tourists and lush landscapes.
Wildlife can be seen throughout the year in parks like Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara National Park.
What animals can I see on a Tanzania safari?
Tanzania offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa. Visitors commonly see:
- Lion
- Elephant
- Buffalo
- Leopard
- Rhino
These animals are known as the Big Five, and they can often be spotted in Ngorongoro Crater.
You may also see giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species.
- Lion
- Elephant
- Buffalo
- Leopard
- Rhino
These animals are known as the Big Five, and they can often be spotted in Ngorongoro Crater.
You may also see giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species.
What is the Great Migration?
The Great Wildebeest Migration is one of the most spectacular wildlife events in the world. Each year, over two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move across the plains of Serengeti National Park and into Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve in search of fresh grazing.
How long should a Tanzania safari be?
Most visitors choose safaris lasting 4 to 7 days. This allows enough time to explore several national parks such as:
- Tarangire National Park
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Manyara National Park
Shorter safaris of 2–3 days are also possible for travelers with limited time.
- Tarangire National Park
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Manyara National Park
Shorter safaris of 2–3 days are also possible for travelers with limited time.
Do I need a visa to visit Tanzania?
Most travelers require a tourist visa to enter Tanzania. Visas can usually be obtained online through the e-visa system or on arrival at major airports such as Kilimanjaro International Airport.
What vaccinations are recommended for Tanzania?
Travelers are often advised to consult a medical professional before traveling. Common recommendations include:
- Yellow fever (required if coming from a yellow fever risk country)
- Hepatitis A and B
- Typhoid
- Malaria prevention medication
- Yellow fever (required if coming from a yellow fever risk country)
- Hepatitis A and B
- Typhoid
- Malaria prevention medication
What should I pack for a safari?
Recommended items include:
- Lightweight clothing in neutral colors
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Binoculars
- Camera with extra batteries
- Insect repellent
Temperatures can vary, so a light jacket for early morning game drives is also recommended.
- Lightweight clothing in neutral colors
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Binoculars
- Camera with extra batteries
- Insect repellent
Temperatures can vary, so a light jacket for early morning game drives is also recommended.
Are safaris safe in Tanzania?
Yes, safaris in Tanzania are generally very safe when organized with a professional tour operator and experienced safari guides. Visitors should always follow their guide’s instructions and park regulations when viewing wildlife.
What type of vehicles are used on safari?
Most safaris use 4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicles with pop-up roofs. These vehicles allow excellent wildlife viewing and photography during game drives in parks like Serengeti National Park and Tarangire National Park.
Where do visitors stay during a safari?
Accommodation options range from:
- Budget camps
- Mid-range lodges
- Luxury tented camps
Many are located inside or near national parks such as Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- Budget camps
- Mid-range lodges
- Luxury tented camps
Many are located inside or near national parks such as Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Can I combine a safari with other activities?
Yes, many travelers combine their safari with:
- Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
- A beach holiday in Zanzibar
- Cultural visits to local villages
- Walking safaris or hot air balloon safaris
- Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
- A beach holiday in Zanzibar
- Cultural visits to local villages
- Walking safaris or hot air balloon safaris
from$ 2,970 /person
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 30 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tanzania located?
Tanzania is located in East Africa and is one of the most popular safari destinations in the world. It borders Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Zambia, Malawi, and Mozambique and is home to world-famous wildlife areas such as Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater.
What is the best time to go on a safari in Tanzania?
Tanzania is a year-round safari destination.
June to October: Dry season and best time for wildlife viewing.
December to March: Excellent for calving season in the southern Serengeti National Park.
April to May: Green season with fewer tourists and lush landscapes.
Wildlife can be seen throughout the year in parks like Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara National Park.
June to October: Dry season and best time for wildlife viewing.
December to March: Excellent for calving season in the southern Serengeti National Park.
April to May: Green season with fewer tourists and lush landscapes.
Wildlife can be seen throughout the year in parks like Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara National Park.
What animals can I see on a Tanzania safari?
Tanzania offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa. Visitors commonly see:
- Lion
- Elephant
- Buffalo
- Leopard
- Rhino
These animals are known as the Big Five, and they can often be spotted in Ngorongoro Crater.
You may also see giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species.
- Lion
- Elephant
- Buffalo
- Leopard
- Rhino
These animals are known as the Big Five, and they can often be spotted in Ngorongoro Crater.
You may also see giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species.
What is the Great Migration?
The Great Wildebeest Migration is one of the most spectacular wildlife events in the world. Each year, over two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move across the plains of Serengeti National Park and into Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve in search of fresh grazing.
How long should a Tanzania safari be?
Most visitors choose safaris lasting 4 to 7 days. This allows enough time to explore several national parks such as:
- Tarangire National Park
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Manyara National Park
Shorter safaris of 2–3 days are also possible for travelers with limited time.
- Tarangire National Park
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Manyara National Park
Shorter safaris of 2–3 days are also possible for travelers with limited time.
Do I need a visa to visit Tanzania?
Most travelers require a tourist visa to enter Tanzania. Visas can usually be obtained online through the e-visa system or on arrival at major airports such as Kilimanjaro International Airport.
What vaccinations are recommended for Tanzania?
Travelers are often advised to consult a medical professional before traveling. Common recommendations include:
- Yellow fever (required if coming from a yellow fever risk country)
- Hepatitis A and B
- Typhoid
- Malaria prevention medication
- Yellow fever (required if coming from a yellow fever risk country)
- Hepatitis A and B
- Typhoid
- Malaria prevention medication
What should I pack for a safari?
Recommended items include:
- Lightweight clothing in neutral colors
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Binoculars
- Camera with extra batteries
- Insect repellent
Temperatures can vary, so a light jacket for early morning game drives is also recommended.
- Lightweight clothing in neutral colors
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Binoculars
- Camera with extra batteries
- Insect repellent
Temperatures can vary, so a light jacket for early morning game drives is also recommended.
Are safaris safe in Tanzania?
Yes, safaris in Tanzania are generally very safe when organized with a professional tour operator and experienced safari guides. Visitors should always follow their guide’s instructions and park regulations when viewing wildlife.
What type of vehicles are used on safari?
Most safaris use 4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicles with pop-up roofs. These vehicles allow excellent wildlife viewing and photography during game drives in parks like Serengeti National Park and Tarangire National Park.
Where do visitors stay during a safari?
Accommodation options range from:
- Budget camps
- Mid-range lodges
- Luxury tented camps
Many are located inside or near national parks such as Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- Budget camps
- Mid-range lodges
- Luxury tented camps
Many are located inside or near national parks such as Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Can I combine a safari with other activities?
Yes, many travelers combine their safari with:
- Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
- A beach holiday in Zanzibar
- Cultural visits to local villages
- Walking safaris or hot air balloon safaris
- Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
- A beach holiday in Zanzibar
- Cultural visits to local villages
- Walking safaris or hot air balloon safaris
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