8-Day Mara River Crossing Safari for Photographers
Capture the Great Migration in all its glory on this 8-Day Mara River Crossing Safari for Photographers. Follow wildebeest and zebra herds across the Mara River and explore Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park for breathtaking wildlife photography opportunities
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 adventure begins.
Day 2: Arusha-Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy an afternoon game drive with opportunities to photograph lions, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests along the Tarangire River.
Day 3: Tarangire-Lake Manyara National Park
Travel to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and hippos. Capture stunning wildlife and scenic landscapes 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, photographing herds of herbivores and predators.
Day 6: Serengeti-Northern Serengeti
Head to the Northern Serengeti, prime territory for the Great Migration. Capture herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the plains and observe predators in action, perfect for wildlife photography.
Day 7: Full-Day Mara River Crossing
Follow the herds to the Mara River for a thrilling day of river crossings (seasonal). Photograph wildebeest and zebras navigating crocodile-infested waters, one of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife spectacles.
Day 8: Serengeti-Arusha-Departure
After an early morning game drive in Serengeti, drive back through the Ngorongoro Highlands to Arusha. Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or your hotel for your onward flight, concluding your 8-day Mara River Crossing Safari for Photographers.
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 and photography
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Government taxes and levies
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
Bookings & Inquiries:
- Email: info@mandaritravel.com
- Call/WhatsApp: +255 750 900 811
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