Migration Roundtrip July to October 9 Days

After breakfast, depart Arusha and journey towards Tarangire National Park, a spectacular wilderness renowned for its ancient baobab trees, sweeping savannahs and impressive elephant herds. Enjoy an exciting game drive through the park, following the Tarangire River, where wildlife gathers, particularly during the dry season. Look out for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes and an abundance of birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon exploration through its diverse landscapes. As the day draws to a close, head to Marera Valley Lodge, set near the beautiful Tarangire wilderness. Settle into your tented accommodation, enjoy dinner and relax beneath the African sky after a rewarding day of wildlife encounters.

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Tarangire Game Drives

After breakfast, depart Tarangire and travel towards the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The journey offers beautiful views of the highlands before opening into the vast plains of the Serengeti. Enjoy wildlife viewing along the way as you enter the park, with opportunities to encounter giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and predators. Continue towards the Central Serengeti, a wildlife-rich region known for its resident lion populations, leopards and other big cats. Arrive at Safari Haven Serengeti, where the surrounding wilderness provides a wonderful introduction to the Serengeti experience. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay, preparing for the journey north towards the Great Migration.

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Transfer Game Drives

After an early breakfast, set out towards the Northern Serengeti, following the seasonal migration route through the park. This is a rewarding journey through changing landscapes, from the central plains and rocky kopjes to the open grasslands and rolling hills of the north. Along the way, enjoy game drives in search of resident wildlife and migrating herds as they move towards the Mara River region. Your guide will monitor recent herd movements and select the most promising route towards Kogatende and the northern river valleys. Arrive at Sarafi Heaven Migration Camp in the Northern Serengeti, ideally located for exploring the Mara River area. Enjoy dinner and settle into the wilderness, surrounded by the anticipation of the remarkable migration experience ahead.

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Serengeti Game Drives

Spend the day exploring the Northern Serengeti, with a special focus on the Mara River crossing areas. Thousands of wildebeest and zebras may gather along the riverbanks, creating a remarkable spectacle as the herds move in search of fresh grazing. Visit different sections of the river with your experienced guide, observing the behaviour of the animals and watching for signs of possible crossing activity. If the herds begin to cross, you may witness an extraordinary scene as wildebeest plunge into the water and navigate the currents, with crocodiles often waiting nearby. Enjoy a picnic lunch during your full-day game drive. Return to your seasonal camp in the late afternoon. Enjoy dinner and another night in the Northern Serengeti, allowing you to remain close to the migration region and make the most of your time in this extraordinary wilderness.

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Northern Serengeti Game Drives

Today offers another opportunity to follow the Great Migration and explore the remarkable landscapes of the Northern Serengeti. After breakfast, head towards the Mara River or other areas where the herds have recently been spotted. Your guide will adapt the day's game-drive route according to wildlife movements, river conditions and recent sightings. The herds may gather along the banks, cross at different points or move through the surrounding plains. Beyond the migration, look out for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and other wildlife that make this region their home. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon exploration. Later, return to camp for your final evening in the Northern Serengeti. As the sun sets over the landscape, enjoy dinner and reflect on the extraordinary wildlife encounters and the unforgettable experience of following the Great Migration.

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Northern Serengeti Game Drives

After breakfast, begin your journey south through the Serengeti, enjoying game viewing along the way. Travel through the vast central plains, where resident wildlife and seasonal herds create wonderful opportunities for photography and wildlife encounters. Depending on recent migration movements, your guide may explore selected areas along the route before continuing towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As the landscape changes, the open savannah gives way to cooler highland scenery and spectacular views of the surrounding volcanic terrain. Arrive in Ngorongoro Highlands and settle into Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp, a peaceful retreat surrounded by beautiful countryside. Enjoy dinner and a relaxing evening before your exploration of the Ngorongoro Crater the following day.

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Transfer Game Drives

After an early breakfast, travel to the Ngorongoro Crater and descend approximately 600 metres to its remarkable floor. Enclosed by towering volcanic walls, this extraordinary natural sanctuary supports an exceptional concentration of wildlife. Enjoy a memorable game drive across open grasslands, acacia woodlands, lakes and wetlands in search of the Big Five: lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and the endangered black rhino. You may also encounter large herds of wildebeest and zebras, hippos, hyenas and an impressive variety of birdlife. Pause for a picnic lunch at a designated site before continuing your exploration of the crater. Your nine-day Great Migration safari concludes with unforgettable memories of Tarangire's elephants, the vast Serengeti plains, the dramatic Mara River region and the extraordinary wildlife of the Ngorongoro Crater.

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Ngorongoro Crater Game Drives