9-Day Mara River Crossing and Northern Serengeti Safari
Experience the ultimate wildlife adventure on this 9-Day Mara River Crossing and Northern Serengeti Safari. Witness the Great Migration across the Serengeti and dramatic Mara River crossings while exploring Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti National Parks for a complete Northern Tanzania safari 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 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, renowned for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and hippos. Explore the park’s scenic habitats on 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. Spot 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, spotting predators and large herbivore herds.
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 Mara River Crossing
Follow the herds to the Mara River for a thrilling day of river crossings (seasonal). Witness wildebeest and zebras navigate crocodile-infested waters, capturing one of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife spectacles.
Day 8: Northern Serengeti Game Drive
Spend another full day exploring the Northern Serengeti, observing wildlife in less-visited areas and tracking the Great Migration, with opportunities for breathtaking photography and memorable encounters with predators.
Day 9: Serengeti – Arusha – Departure
After an early morning game drive, return to Arusha via scenic routes. Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or your hotel for your onward journey, concluding your 9-day Mara River Crossing and Northern Serengeti 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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