
Experience the thrill of the Great Migration on this 10-day Tanzania safari. Witness dramatic Mara River crossings, explore Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire, and spot the Big Five in iconic landscapes.
Follow the path of Africa’s greatest wildlife spectacle on this 10-day safari timed to the Mara River crossing (July to October). Spend four unforgettable nights in the Serengeti, with time in the northern region where wildebeest and zebra brave crocodile-infested waters in search of greener pastures. Along the way, you’ll explore Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, and enjoy close encounters with elephants, lions, giraffes, rhinos, and more. An ideal choice for travelers wanting an extended and immersive wildlife journey through Tanzania’s top safari destinations.
“Whether it’s your first safari or a short stop in Tanzania, this journey delivers unforgettable memories in just a few days.”
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, you’ll be met by your guide and transferred to your lodge in Arusha. Settle in, relax, and get ready for your safari adventure.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge (Mid-range)
Meals: None (Dinner at own expense)
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its large herds of elephants and ancient baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive, spotting giraffes, lions, leopards, and over 500 bird species. Picnic lunch in the park before continuing to your lodge in Karatu.
Accommodation: Eileen’s Tree Inn (Mid-range)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey through the lush Ngorongoro highlands, pausing to view the crater from above, before descending into the vast plains of the Serengeti. Enjoy a game drive en route to your camp in the Seronera region, rich in resident wildlife.
Accommodation: Embalakai Serengeti Camp (Luxury Tented Camp)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you travel north through the Serengeti, game-driving en route to the Mara River region. From August to October, this area hosts the famed river crossings as wildebeest and zebra charge across waters patrolled by crocodiles.
Accommodation: Mara Heritage Camp (Mid-range)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day exploring the northern Serengeti near the Mara River. With some luck, witness thousands of wildebeest crossing the river, while predators such as crocodiles, lions, and hyenas lie in wait. An unforgettable wildlife experience.
Accommodation: Mara Heritage Camp (Mid-range)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, journey back to the Seronera region with game viewing along the way. Explore new corners of the park and enjoy sightings of lions, cheetahs, elephants, and the ever-changing Serengeti landscapes.
Accommodation: Embalakai Serengeti Camp (Luxury Tented Camp)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Crater area. Arrive at your crater rim lodge in time for dinner and a spectacular sunset over the highlands.
Accommodation: Rhino Lodge (Mid-range)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to a dense concentration of wildlife including the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a hippo pool before returning to Karatu.
Accommodation: Eileen’s Tree Inn (Mid-range)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, head to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, elephants, and flamingo-filled lake. Enjoy a scenic game drive and picnic lunch before driving back to Arusha.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge (Mid-range)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Depending on your flight schedule, you’ll be transferred to Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey. Safe travels!
Meals: Breakfast