10-Day Great Migration Safari (July to October)
The 10-Day Great Migration Safari (July to October) offers travelers the ultimate opportunity to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration at its peak, including the dramatic Mara River crossings in northern Serengeti. This safari combines extended wildlife tracking, predator-prey encounters, and exploration of Tanzania’s most iconic national parks, providing an immersive experience for adventure seekers, wildlife enthusiasts, and photographers.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your Mandari Travel representative. Transfer to your lodge in Arusha for dinner and overnight stay. Prepare for your safari adventure.
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and majestic baobab trees. Enjoy a game drive spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and various bird species. Overnight stay at a lodge near the park.
Day 3: Tarangire – Ndutu (Southern Serengeti)
Travel to the Ndutu region in the southern Serengeti, home to the calving grounds of the migrating wildebeests. Afternoon game drive to witness predator-prey interactions among newborn wildebeests and surrounding predators. Overnight stay at a lodge or tented camp in Ndutu.
Day 4: Full Day in Ndutu
Spend a full day photographing and observing the calving herds, lions, cheetahs, and hyenas in action. Picnic lunch in the park and evening return to your camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5: Ndutu – Central Serengeti
Drive north to central Serengeti, tracking migrating herds and predators along the way. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in prime wildlife areas. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or camp.
Day 6: Full Day in Central Serengeti
Spend the day exploring central Serengeti plains, following the migration and photographing wildlife. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7: Central Serengeti – Northern Serengeti
Drive to northern Serengeti, where wildebeests and zebras prepare for the Mara River crossings. Afternoon game drive to capture dramatic wildlife interactions. Overnight stay at a lodge or camp near the northern Serengeti.
Day 8: Northern Serengeti – Mara River Crossings
Witness the iconic Mara River crossings, where wildebeests and zebras face crocodiles and strong currents. Full day tracking the migrating herds and observing predator-prey action. Overnight stay at a lodge or camp.
Day 9: Northern Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day safari among elephants, black rhinos, buffaloes, and flamingos. Overnight stay at a lodge on the crater rim.
Day 10: Ngorongoro – Arusha – Departure
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha, stopping for scenic views or souvenir shopping along the way. Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. Your 10-Day Great Migration Safari (July to October) concludes with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes.
Trip Includes
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Accommodation in lodges and luxury tented camps
- All meals as outlined in the itinerary
- Park and conservation fees
- Bottled drinking water during game drives
Trip Excludes
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips for guides and lodge staff
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Book Your 10-Day Great Migration Safari (July to October)
Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration at its peak with Mandari Travel, including dramatic Mara River crossings.
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