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Description
Embark on an exhilarating journey from Arusha to Central Serengeti National Park, Tanzania's oldest and most renowned wildlife sanctuary. Then, witness the breathtaking Great Migration and enjoy exhilarating game drives amidst the exotic landscape. Next, explore the park's abundant wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and more, with highlights like the Mara River crossings. Finally, conclude your adventure with a final game viewing session before returning to Arusha.
Highlights
- See the mesmerizing Great Migration across open plains
- Encounter diverse wildlife on exhilarating game drives
- Track herds of buffalo and other species
- Experience thrilling Mara River crossings
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Day 1: Arusha to Central Serengeti National Park expand_more
- After breakfast, you will be picked up from Arusha and driven to Central Serengeti.
- After arriving proceed with a game drive in the wilderness tracking the Great Migration trails.
- Serengeti National Park is Tanzania’s oldest and most popular national park.
- A UNESCO World Heritage site and recently proclaimed the 7th wonder of the world, Serengeti is famed for its annual migration where some six million hooves pound the open plains.
- Serengeti offers an exotic game-viewing experience in the whole of Africa giving you an up-close look at the animals you’ve only seen in National Geographic: great herds of buffalo, smaller groups of elephant and giraffe, and thousands of elands, topi, kongoni, impala, and Grant’s gazelle.
- We will later continue to Osinoni Lodge and campsite for dinner and overnight.
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Day 2: Central Serengeti expand_more
- Spend two full days in Serengeti National Park mostly exploring the wildlife.
- Serengeti National Park’s resident wildlife numbers are exceptionally high in the Wagakuria area, with a pride of lions up to 30 strong, however, from July to October the area turns into a wildlife paradise.
- 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 – finding a crossing is very difficult and is sometimes a matter of luck.
- We will later continue to Osinoni Lodge and campsite for dinner and overnight.
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Day 3: Central Serengeti to Arusha expand_more
- After an early breakfast, check out of the lodge with a packed picnic lunch and depart for a last game viewing on your way out of Serengeti.
- In the late afternoon drive to Kilimanjaro or Arusha airport in time for your onward flight.
- Alternatively, continue to your booked hotel for overnight.
What's Included
- All park entry fees
- Government taxes
- Unlimited game drives
- English-speaking driver guide
- Private Transport 4*4
- Pick up and drop off at the airport
- Picnic Lunch or hot Lunch
- Meals on Full board
- Unlimited drinking water
- Refreshments during safari in Safari vehicle
- all Accommodation
What's Excluded
- International flights (From/to home) and domestic Flight
- Medical/luggage Insurance
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, Visa
- Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Any extra orders at meals are not included. Set menu meals are part of the package
What to bring
- Camera and memory cards
- Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
- Sturdy boots or sandals
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- T-shirts or polo shirts (2-5, depending on how often you want to change)
- Sleeve shirts (lightweight)
- Shorts
- Long trousers
- Socks
- Sleepwear
- Travel towel
- Thermal underwear, gloves, and a warm hat (during May-Sept)
- Raincoat and rain trousers (During rainy season Mar-May and Oct-Dec)
- Binoculars
- Sunscreen
- Wet wipes
- Insect Repellent
- Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
- Malaria tablets
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc
- Power adapter to fit the UK-style electrical socket
Know before you go
- Creating personal connections is our priority. We are travel advocates during the entire travel process!
- We counsel our clients on the best suppliers, pricing, and destinations. Best of all, we are there in case of emergency.
Meeting Point
Arusha, Tanzania
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| The group size and price | |
| 1 To 2 | USD 8405 Per Group |
| 3 To 4 | USD 13776 Per Group |
| 5 To 6 | USD 19750 Per Group |
This is a group tour | |
Starting From
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USD 8405 / group