Tanzania · Safari

8-Day Serengeti Migration Safari with Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire

8 Days Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Witness dramatic Mara River crossings during the Great Migration in northern Serengeti
  • 02 Explore Tarangire National Park with large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees
  • 03 Discover diverse wildlife across the Serengeti plains and Seronera Valley
  • 04 Experience Ngorongoro Crater, home to dense populations of predators and plains wildlife

Experience Tanzania's ultimate wildlife adventure on an eight-day safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the dramatic Great Migration and possible Mara River crossings in northern Serengeti, where vast herds face nature's toughest challenges. Explore Tarangire's elephant-filled landscapes and ancient baobab trees before descending into the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy expertly guided game drives, breathtaking scenery, and comfortable lodge and tented camp stays throughout this unforgettable journey across some of Africa's most iconic wildlife destinations.

Experience Tanzania's ultimate wildlife adventure on an eight-day safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Tanzania and Transfer to Arusha

  • Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
  • Meet and greet with a friendly safari guide from Travencia Safaris.
  • Private transfer to Planet Lodge in Arusha, located at the foot of Mount Meru.
  • Relax and unwind in a peaceful garden-style lodge after your journey.

Accommodation: Planet Lodge
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

2
Day 02

Tarangire National Park Game Drive

  • Breakfast at Planet Lodge before departure.
  • Pick up and drive to Tarangire National Park in the Manyara region.
  • Enjoy a full-day game drive in one of Tanzania's largest national parks.
  • Explore landscapes with large elephant herds, baobab trees, and wildlife around the Tarangire River.
  • Evening transfer to Marera Valley Lodge in Karatu.

Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

3
Day 03

Journey to Serengeti via Ngorongoro

  • Early breakfast at the hotel before departure.
  • Drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards Serengeti National Park.
  • Enjoy scenic landscapes stretching across vast open plains during the journey.
  • Afternoon game drive in the central Serengeti (Seronera circuit), a rich wildlife habitat supported by the Seronera River.
  • Spot large herds of wildebeest and zebras, along with giraffes, antelopes, elephants, and predators such as lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas.

Overnight stay at Embalakai Tented Camp.

Accommodation: Embalakai Tented Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

4
Day 04

Great Migration Safari in Northern Serengeti

  • Breakfast at the camp before departure.
  • Enjoy a full-day game drive following the Great Migration trails in northern Serengeti.
  • Learn about the migration from an experienced safari driver guide.
  • Explore Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Observe large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and Thomson's gazelles moving across the plains.
  • Experience the dramatic sounds and movement of millions of hooves across the savannah.

Overnight stay at Serengeti Kontiki Kogatende Camp.

Accommodation: Serengeti Kontiki Kogatende Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

5
Day 05

Mara River Region and Wagakuria Exploration

  • Enjoy a full-day game drive in the northern Serengeti, focusing on the Mara River region.
  • Explore the Wagakuria area, known for its high resident wildlife populations.
  • Observe the Great Migration movement across riverine and open plains landscapes.
  • Have the chance to witness dramatic Mara River crossings, depending on wildlife movement and timing.
  • Experience diverse scenery including kopjes, woodland, riverbanks, and vast savannah plains.

Overnight stay at Serengeti Kontiki Kogatende Camp.

Accommodation: Serengeti Kontiki Kogatende Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

6
Day 06

Mara Region Game Drive and Return to Seronera

  • Breakfast at the camp before departure.
  • Drive towards northern Serengeti to continue exploring the Great Migration in the Mara region.
  • Enjoy a full-day game drive around the Mara River area.
  • Observe migration herds moving between northern and southern Serengeti depending on grazing and timing.
  • Understand that river crossings are unpredictable and depend on wildlife behaviour and luck.
  • Explore diverse landscapes including kopjes, woodland, riverine vegetation, and open plains.

Overnight stay at Embalakai Tented Camp.

Accommodation: Embalakai Tented Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

7
Day 07

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

  • Early breakfast at the camp before departure.
  • Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Descend 600 metres into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive.
  • Observe diverse wildlife including wildebeest, zebras, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippos, and elephants.
  • Spot predators such as lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and leopards.
  • Visit Lake Magadi, known for flamingos, hippos, and other waterbirds.
  • Return to Arusha for an overnight stay at Planet Lodge.

Accommodation: Planet Lodge
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

8
Day 08

Departure from Kilimanjaro International Airport

  • Enjoy a final breakfast at Planet Lodge.
  • Check out from the lodge and complete departure formalities.
  • Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.
  • End of your safari journey with memorable experiences and photographs.
Mara River crossings, Seronera Valley plains, Tarangire National Park baobab trees

Where this trip takes you

Mara River crossings, Seronera Valley plains, Tarangire National Park baobab trees

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd 6 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport transfers to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport
  • Full-board accommodation throughout the safari
  • Daily packed lunch and unlimited drinking water
  • Professional safari guide
  • Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • All park and conservation fees

What's Not Included

  • Optional activities (e.g. hot air balloon safari - $550 per person)
  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks at lodges and camps
  • Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, phone calls, etc.)
  • Tips and gratuities for the guide and lodge staff
  • International and domestic flights
  • Personal travel insurance

What to bring

  • Lightweight neutral clothing such as 5 to 7 shirts and 2 to 3 trousers
  • Warm layer including fleece or jacket
  • Light rain jacket
  • Underwear and sleepwear
  • Avoid black, as it attracts tsetse flies, and avoid white due to dust
  • Prefer khaki, green, beige, and brown tones
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sandals
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Binoculars
  • Camera with spare batteries
  • Power bank
  • Small day pack
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months
  • Tanzania visa (online or on arrival)
  • Travel insurance documents
  • Vaccination certificate (especially yellow fever if applicable)
  • Copies of important documents (digital and physical)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kilimanjaro International Airport, Kilimanjaro Airport Road, Tanzania
Tour start
Kilimanjaro Airport Rd, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Kilimanjaro Airport Rd.

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