10-Day Serengeti River Crossing Safari and Cultural Tour
Combine the Great Migration with cultural experiences on this 10-Day Serengeti River Crossing Safari and Cultural Tour. Witness wildebeest and zebra herds crossing the Serengeti rivers, explore Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park, and interact with local Maasai and other communities for a full Tanzanian experience.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your Mandari Travel guide. Transfer to your hotel in Arusha for a briefing and overnight rest before the safari begins.
Day 2: Arusha -Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephant herds and baobab trees. Enjoy an afternoon game drive spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests along the Tarangire River.
Day 3: Tarangire -Lake Manyara National Park
Travel to Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and hippos. Explore the park’s habitats during a game drive before proceeding to the Ngorongoro area for overnight.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Exploration
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Photograph the Big Five and other wildlife while enjoying panoramic views of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 5: Ngorongoro-Serengeti National Park
Drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti National Park. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the Serengeti plains, observing herds of herbivores and predators.
Day 6: Serengeti -Northern Serengeti
Head to the Northern Serengeti, prime territory for the Great Migration. Witness large herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the plains and observe predators in action.
Day 7: Full-Day River Crossin
Follow the herds to the Serengeti rivers for a thrilling river crossing (seasonal). Witness wildebeest and zebras navigate crocodile-infested waters, capturing one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife spectacles.
Day 8: Serengeti Cultural Visit
Spend a day visiting local Maasai villages and other nearby communities. Learn about traditional lifestyles, take photographs, and interact with the locals for an authentic cultural experience.
Day 9: Serengeti-Ngorongoro Highlands
Depart Serengeti and drive back through the Ngorongoro Highlands. Enjoy scenic views and optional short stops before overnighting near Ngorongoro or en route to Arusha.
Day 10: Ngorongoro-Arusha – Departure
After breakfast, return to Arusha, enjoying scenic views along the way. Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or your hotel for your onward flight, concluding your 10-day Serengeti River Crossing Safari and Cultural Tour.
Safari Includes
- Park entrance and conservation fees
- Ngorongoro Crater service fees
- Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
- 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Government taxes and levies
- Maasai village visit and cultural interaction
Safari Excludes
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania Visa fees
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal travel insurance
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Optional activities not mentioned in itinerary
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