Experience the remarkable wildlife of Tanzania on an eight-day safari featuring the Serengeti, its sweeping plains and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Explore with a private guide and discover the seasonal movements of wildebeest, zebras and the predators that follow them.
The 8-Day Great Migration Safari by Smiling African Travel is designed for travellers who want time to explore Tanzania's iconic wildlife landscapes, with a special focus on the Serengeti.
Depending on the season, the Great Migration may bring vast herds of wildebeest and zebras across the plains, along with opportunities to observe the predators that share this remarkable ecosystem. Wildlife movements are natural and cannot be guaranteed.
Enjoy guided game drives, changing landscapes and the opportunity to experience the Ngorongoro Crater before returning to Arusha. The exact route can be tailored to your travel dates and the seasonal location of the herds.
This is a sample eight-day program. The most suitable Serengeti region and the order of travel depend on the migration's seasonal movements, your dates, accommodation availability and road conditions.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your Smiling African Travel representative. Transfer to your hotel in Arusha, settle in and enjoy time to relax after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may have an opportunity to explore the town or prepare for your upcoming safari.
After breakfast, travel to Tarangire National Park for a game drive among open grasslands, woodland and iconic baobab trees. Look for elephants, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife around the park's habitats and seasonal water sources. Continue to your selected accommodation after the day's exploration.
Travel through the changing landscapes of northern Tanzania towards Serengeti National Park. Depending on your route and timing, enjoy scenic stops and wildlife viewing along the way. Arrive in the Serengeti and head out for a game drive as time permits before settling into your selected lodge or tented camp.
Spend the day exploring Serengeti habitats with your guide. Search for wildebeest, zebras, elephants, giraffes and predators as you travel across the plains. Your guide will choose the day's game-drive areas based on recent sightings, conditions and the seasonal location of wildlife.
Dedicate the day to searching for the Great Migration in the most suitable region for your travel dates. Witnessing large herds on the move can be an unforgettable experience, while resident wildlife offers rewarding viewing throughout the year. Migration routes and herd locations change with rainfall and grazing conditions, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Enjoy another full day of wildlife viewing in the Serengeti. Depending on conditions, explore a different part of the park, follow up on recent sightings or spend longer observing animals in a promising area. The extended stay gives you more time to appreciate the Serengeti's diverse habitats and wildlife.
An optional hot-air balloon safari may be available at additional cost, subject to location, availability and weather.
Enjoy a final Serengeti game drive as your schedule allows, then travel towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Take in the changing scenery as the open plains give way to highland landscapes. Arrive at your selected lodge in the Ngorongoro or Karatu area and prepare for the crater visit.
Start early for a descent into Ngorongoro Crater, a remarkable wildlife destination with grassland, wetlands and woodland habitats. Look for buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and predators during your game drive. After the crater visit, return towards Arusha or transfer to the airport according to your onward travel arrangements and flight schedule.
The Great Migration moves throughout the Serengeti ecosystem and into the neighbouring Maasai Mara in Kenya at different times of year. The most suitable itinerary and accommodation location depend on your dates and the herd movements. Tell us when you plan to travel so we can recommend an appropriate route.
Final inclusions depend on the selected package and accommodation. Your written quotation will confirm the services and fees included.
Spend eight unforgettable days exploring Tanzania's remarkable wildlife landscapes. Contact Smiling African Travel to plan a private safari tailored to your dates, interests and travel style.
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