8-Day Northern Serengeti River Crossing Safari
Witness the Great Migration in the Northern Serengeti on this 8-Day River Crossing Safari. Explore Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park while tracking wildebeest and zebra herds as they navigate the Mara River, and enjoy thrilling predator sightings in Northern Tanzania.
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, renowned for its elephant herds and iconic 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, famous 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 massive herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the plains, and spot lions, leopards, and cheetahs in action.
Day 7: Full-Day Mara River Crossing
Follow the herds to the Mara River for a thrilling river crossing (seasonal). Witness wildebeest and zebras navigate crocodile-infested waters, offering breathtaking wildlife photography opportunities.
Day 8: Serengeti – Ngorongoro – Arusha – Departure
After an early morning game drive in Northern Serengeti, drive back through the Ngorongoro Highlands. Optional short visit to the crater rim before returning to Arusha for your onward flight or hotel transfer, concluding your 8-Day Northern Serengeti River Crossing Safari.
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
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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