6 DAYS - FLY-IN MIGRATION SAFARI - NORTH AND CENTRAL SERENGETI, NGORONGORO CRATER, AND TARANGIRE NP
About this Tour
During this safari, you will discover and explore the three most famous national parks in Tanzania and the Migration the best destination for a safari. Central and North Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire. The best six days safari with spending most of the time in the main national parks. Our professional guide will drive you in a 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof.
(We can add/customize anything based on your requirements as well)
ROUTE MAP
DURATION
6 Days / 5 Nights
DESTINATIONS
North Serengeti
Central Serengeti
Ngorongoro Crater
Tarangire NP
Tanzania
Start
Arusha
Day 2
North Serengeti
Day 3
Central Serengeti
Day 4
Central Serengeti
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater
Day 6
Tarangire NP
Day 1
North Serengeti
End
Arusha
GET QUOTE FOR THIS TOUR
Success! We will contact you soon.
Day 1 |
Fly from Arusha to North Serengeti (Kogatende)
Pick up from Arusha Hotel at 07:30 AM and drive to Arusha Airport for the flight to Kogatende (North Serengeti). The flight will reach around 11:00 AM, and the guide will be waiting for you to pick you up at the airstrip with a packed lunch for the safari game drives. You will witness resident wildlife such as zebras, topi, gazelle, buffaloes, leopards, and lions. Spend some time at the Mara River where the picnic lunch will be served and game drives till evening and head to the choice of accommodation for a satisfying hot dinner and overnight rest.
Meals: Lunch (Packed) and Dinner
Day 2 |
Full-Day in North Serengeti
Full-Day Safari Game drive in Northern Serengeti (Kogatende/Mara Region) to witness the Great Migration. Over two million wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles move through the Serengeti ecosystems, searching for green pasture. A spectacular view to catch thousands of wildebeest crossing the Great Mara River is unmatched if lucky a kill can be expected when the river crossing happens. The game drive here with picnic lunch and back to accommodation for dinner and overnight stay. Optional Activities on this day will be Hot Air Balloon Ride to witness the migration from the air at an extra cost.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Packed), and Dinner
Day 3 |
North Serengeti to Central Serengeti
Early Morning Breakfast and head to Central Serengeti with short morning game drives and picnic lunch to find the never-ending wildlife consisting of the great herds of buffalo, lions, elephant, giraffe, thousands of eland, Topi, Kongoni, impala, and Grant's gazelle, and many more in Central Serengeti, head for a delicious hot dinner and overnight at the choice of accommodation. The drive from North Serengeti to Central Serengeti will be around 4-5 hours.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Packed), and Dinner
Day 4 |
Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro/Karatu
Wake up early morning, have a good breakfast, check out from the accommodation, and we will depart for Moring game drives. The morning game drives in Serengeti, spotting many animals, including BIG 5 and other wildlife. Then you will be heading towards Ngorongoro and staying overnight in Karatu/on Ngorongoro crater (depends on your preference of accommodation). Dinner and overnight rest for exploring the crater tomorrow. Optional Activities on this day will be Masai Village Visit or Ngorongoro Crater Rim Walk with an armed ranger at additional cost.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Packed), and Dinner
Day 5 |
Ngorongoro Crater Tour (6 hours permit) to Tarangire
Have early morning breakfast, and we will leave for the game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater. The Ngorongoro Crater is also sometimes referred to as the "Eden's Garden" due to its delicate and exquisite sights. The Ngorongoro crater is the best place to see and experience the wildlife of East Africa. We start our descent for 6 hours of game viewing and enjoying packed picnic lunch with the views of Lake Magadi. The lake is at the Crater's center and is usually filled with high waters attracting the pink flamingos and other water birds. The Crater is also famous for the sighting of Black Rhinos due to its thick vegetation. After completing the thrilling Safari, drive to Tarangire for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Packed), and Dinner
Day 6 |
Tarangire NP to Arusha Drop
After breakfast, you will be departing for game drives in Tarangire National Park with a packed lunch. Tarangire National Park consists of various landscapes, including granitic ridges, river valleys, and swaps. The Park also has numerous game viewing areas to see the wildlife up close. It gives you a feel of authentic African culture in the countryside of Tanzania. In the dry season, the Tarangire River is a magnet for migratory animals such as Elephants, Wildebeests, Zebra, common-land, Hartebeest, Gazelle, Buffalo, and many other animals. The Lions are pretty easy to spot at this time. Completing the thrilling ride, we will head back to Arusha and drop around 17:30.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch (Packed)
ACCOMMODATIONS
We have divided them into 6 Classes based on different aspects
$$
$$$
$$$$
$$$$$
$$$$$$
$
Day 1
HERITAGE MARA CAMP
OR
SIMILAR
North Serengeti
Similar
Day 2
HERITAGE MARA CAMP
OR
SIMILAR
North Serengeti
Similar
Day 3
DOMEL WILDERNESS CAMP
OR
NARUDI TENTED CAMP
Central Serengeti
Central Serengeti
Day 4
EILEEN'S TREES INN
OR
SIMILAR
Outside in Karatu
Similar
Day 5
EILEEN'S TREES INN
OR
SIMILAR
Outside in Karatu
Similar
The camps/lodges in this category are the most budget-friendly. It’s affordable but will still provide all the basic amenities you need, such as a bedding set, clean linens, private toilet, shower, etc. Most class 1 accommodation is located in Karatu Town outside the national park, but some will be located inside the Serengeti. We will help you choose the camp/lodges based on location to get maximum game drives.
Includes:
Pickup and Drop from Hotel/Airport in Arusha.
Flight from Arusha (ARK) to Kogatende (KOG).
Game drives in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof.
Accommodations, as mentioned.
2 Liter Water per person every day while in Safari.
All Meals as mentioned in the itinerary link.
Services of English speaking Professional Guide/Driver.
All national park entrance fees.
All game drives and activities as mentioned.
Statutory taxes.
Excludes:
VISA charges.
International Flights.
Additional Airport Transfers (Kilimanjaro/Arusha).
Gratitude (Tipping for safari guide).
Personal Insurance.
Alcoholic & Soft drinks.
Balloon Safari.
Masai Village Visit.
Accommodation for pre and post-safari.
SAFARI ADDONS
You can add these to your Safari to make it as a complete package
HOW TO GET HERE
This tour starts and ends in Arusha
Our team of highly experienced travel experts can offer advice and make recommendations on international flights however clients have to book their own flights
Closest International Airport is Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO), which is 50KM from Arusha. You can also fly to Arusha Domestic Airport (ARK) via Dar es Salaam Airport (DAR) or Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ).
A transfer from and back to the airport can be included with an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
HIGHLIGHTS
TOUR FEATURES
Budget to Luxury Range Tours
This tour uses budget to luxury lodges and tented camps
Can start any day
If availability is permitted, this tour can start on any day
No minimum age
Recommend age is 2 years and above
Can be customized
You can request for minor changes in the accomodations nd destinations of this tour
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others
Suitable for all group size
This tour can be recommended for all group sizes. ( Solo traveler to Big groups)
ACTIVITIES AND TRANSPORTATION
Activities
Game drives
Getting around
Transportation
