Tanzania Migration Safaris & Mara River Safaris

Duration

9 Days

Activities

Game Drive, Great Migration

Per Adult

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Overview

The Tanzania Migration Safaris lead the wildebeest on their journey northward, guiding them through the park and towards the Kenyan border. This remarkable migration occurs from late July through August and into September. During this time, the migration faces one of its most awe-inspiring and perilous challenges.

In the Serengeti, the wildebeest confront the obstacles posed by the Mbalangeti and Grumeti rivers, while in Kenya, they face the notorious Mara River. For much of the year, these waterways have a calm demeanor, often dwindling to mere trickles. However, when the rains arrive, they transform into turbulent torrents, creating formidable barriers that hinder the wildebeest’s progress.

Itinerary in detail

Every Mikumi Holiday Safaris trip is tailored to your personal preferences and interests. Below you’ll find a sample itinerary to inspire your own custom-designed journey.

1. Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport - Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will meet your Tanzania guide. He will take you to your hotel, and the rest of the day is at your leisure. You can relax and enjoy the African atmosphere. You are a personal and experienced guide who not only knows a lot about the Tanzanian culture but can also tell you a lot about the beautiful national parks and sights of the country. So do not be afraid to ask him questions; he will be happy to answer them all.

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2. Arusha - Lk. Manyara National Park

The first national park you visit is one of the smaller but most scenic ones. You can see elephants and huge troops of baboons in the forest, and if you are lucky, even tree-climbing lions. A variety of wildlife can be found around the huge soda lake, like buffalos, warthogs, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, and flamingos. The shallow Hippo Pool offers excellent opportunities for hippo sightings, and you will have a spectacular view of the Rift Valley Escarpment.

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3. Lk. Manyara - Central Serengeti

Today, you continue your safari in Serengeti National Park, renowned for its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife. The highlight is the annual wildebeest migration, where over a million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles thunder across the plains. With your private guide, you’ll search for herds and also spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, and more. Prepare to be amazed by the natural beauty of Africa’s most famous park.

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4 - 6. Northern Serengeti

Today, you continue your safari in Serengeti National Park, famous for its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife. The highlight is the annual wildebeest migration, where over a million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles cross the plains. With your private guide, you’ll search for these herds and encounter other wildlife like lions, cheetahs, and leopards, all while being awed by Africa’s natural beauty.

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7. Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, you will have a half-day game drive at the Mara River area, Later in the afternoon, you will depart for central Serengeti. We head to the Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park, featuring the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species. We enjoy a game drive en route.
We arrive in time for dinner and enjoy ourselves.

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8. Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After an early breakfast, You will depart for Ngorongoro. You will descend over 600 meters into the crater to view wildlife. You will see a variety of animals, which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, giant African elephants, lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the ever-elusive leopard.

We will visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner, which is one of the main features of the crater. A large number of flamingos, hippos, and other water birds can usually be seen here.

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9. Ngorongoro - Arusha / Kilimanjaro International Airport

Today will be at your leisure to relax or explore, depending on your flight. Your driver will transfer you to Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport for your departure flight.
It is, however, customary to tip your safari driver or guide at the end of the safari tour. The amount is dependent on your evaluation of the quality of the service rendered. An average of $10 per guest per day, or 5–10% of your safari-only cost, is suggested. The amount is, however, at your discretion; you are welcome to provide additional compensation to any staff who have provided special services. A bar gratuity of $1 is acceptable.
You may tip in USD or Euro at the end of your safari or tour, preferably in an envelope.

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Your safari ends here.

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9 Days Tanzania Migration Safaris & Mara River Safaris

Duration

9 Days

Per Adult

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My first safari was an experience i will remember for a long time. We saw so many animals and our guide Shine was very kind, i learned a lot about the animals and tansania. I can recommend this to everyone!

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