Tanzania · Safari

8-Day Tanzania Wildebeest Migration Safari with Mara River game drives

8 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace
Ngorongoro Crater
National Park
Calving Season

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Encounter Tarangire's diverse wildlife, including herds of elephants and wildebeests
  • 02 Marvel at Lake Manyara's pink-hued flamingos and abundant waterbirds
  • 03 Witness the Serengeti's iconic annual wildebeest migration spectacle
  • 04 Explore Ngorongoro Conservation Area's unique landscapes and rich wildlife
  • 05 Descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for a remarkable safari

Embark on an 8-day Wildebeest Migration Safari in Tanzania, from Tarangire's elephant herds and Lake Manyara's pink-hued flamingos to the vast plains of the Serengeti. Follow the iconic annual wildebeest migration, including game drives in central and northern Serengeti near the Mara River. Continue through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a stop at Olduvai Gorge, before descending into the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day crater-floor safari. Experience the wild wonders of Tanzania across some of its most celebrated landscapes.

Embark on an 8-day Wildebeest Migration Safari in Tanzania, from Tarangire's elephant herds and Lake Manyara's pink-hued flamingos to the vast plains of the Serengeti.

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 Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Tarangire National Park Game Drive

  • 8:00 AM: Your safari starts from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi and continues to Tarangire National Park.
  • Enjoy a game drive in the park, known for its diverse wildlife, including elephants, wildebeests, zebras, and baobab trees.
  • Picnic lunch at the Tarangire picnic site.
  • Drive to the Karatu area for dinner and an overnight stay at Kudu Lodge or similar. (FB)
2
Day 02

Lake Manyara National Park Safari

  • Depart for Lake Manyara National Park with a picnic lunch. The park is known for its ground-water forest, Marang Forest, hot springs, and soda lake inhabited by flamingos and waterbirds.
  • Picnic lunch at the Manyara picnic site.
  • Drive to the Karatu area for dinner and an overnight stay at Kudu Lodge or similar. (FB)
3
Day 03

Journey to Central Serengeti

  • Depart for Serengeti National Park with a picnic lunch. Make a brief stop at a Maasai Boma. Serengeti is the oldest national park and a World Heritage Site, known for its annual migration and diverse wildlife.
  • Continue with a game drive in central Serengeti.

Dinner and overnight at Shuhudia Adventure Tented Camp or similar. (FB)

4
Day 04

Northern Serengeti Adventure

  • Enjoy an early morning balloon ride or an early morning game drive.
  • Return to the camp for breakfast.
  • Drive towards the northern part of Serengeti with an afternoon game drive.

Dinner and overnight at Serengeti African View Tented Camp or similar. (FB)

5
Day 05

Mara River Wildebeest Crossing Safari

  • Morning game drive near the Mara River to witness the wildebeest crossing.
  • Lunch at camp or lodge, or enjoy a picnic lunch.
  • An afternoon game drive to witness more wildebeest crossings.

Dinner and overnight at Serengeti African View Tented Camp or similar. (FB)

6
Day 06

Return to Central Serengeti

  • Depart for central Serengeti with a game drive en route.
  • Picnic lunch at a designated site.

Dinner and overnight at Shuhudia Adventure Tented Camp or similar. (FB)

7
Day 07

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

  • Enjoy an early morning game drive in Serengeti.
  • Return to camp for breakfast and depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Make a brief stop at Olduvai Gorge.
  • Picnic lunch on the way.

Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Tortilis Tented Camp or similar. (FB)

8
Day 08

Ngorongoro Crater Floor Safari

  • Descend into the crater for a half-day crater-floor tour. Ngorongoro Crater is a stunning natural wonder and home to various animals.
  • Picnic lunch on the crater floor.
  • Drive to Arusha for an overnight stay or drop-off at Kilimanjaro Airport.
Mara River wildebeest crossings, Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater floor, Lake Manyara National Park flamingos

Where this trip takes you

Mara River wildebeest crossings, Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater floor, Lake Manyara National Park flamingos

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 7 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation, meals, and soft drinks
  • Game drives in a 4x4 WD with a pop-up roof
  • Park entry fees, camping fees, and concession fees
  • All ground transfers
  • Medical evacuation cover
  • Government taxes and hotel/lodge levies

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic flights
  • Optional activities
  • Pre- and post-safari accommodation
  • Tips
  • Items of a personal nature

What to bring

  • Here is the recommended packing for your trip to Tanzania:
    • Long sleeve shirts
    • Water bottle
    • Hat and sunglasses
    • Binoculars
    • Casual clothing for travel and town wear (lightweight, easily washable)
    • Electrical adapter plug and converter
    • Insect repellant
    • Luggage tags and locks
    • Passport/money belt or pouch
    • Personal first aid kit/medications (lightweight)
    • Personal wipes and hand sanitizer gel
    • Sandals
    • Socks
    • Sun hat
    • T-shirts (cotton and synthetic)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha or Moshi, Tanzania
Tour start
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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Single Room $3,204.00 — $4,028.00
Double Sharing $3,204.00 — $4,028.00

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