Tanzania and the Great East African Migration

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Witness one of the world’s most awe-inspiring events as you follow the hoof prints of zebra, wildebeest and other ungulates on their migration from the Serengeti to Masai Mara Reserve.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I’m comfortable with some walking throughout the day
    • I expect to get on and off of a coach, and I’m ready to stroll through cities and to stand for a few hours when we’re learning in museums

What's this trip about?

    Witness one of the world’s most awe-inspiring events as you follow the hoof prints of zebra, wildebeest and other ungulates on their migration from the Serengeti to Masai Mara Reserve.

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Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityKilimanjaro/Arusha
End CityKilimanjaro/Arusha

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Train & Rail Journeys
  • High Adventure

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Hiking
  • Nature
  • Trains & Rail

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 In Transit to Program In Flight

Day 2 Arrive Kilimanjaro,Transfer to Arusha, Check-in Kilimanjaro/Arusha

From the international airport to the hotel is about 30 miles; approximately 1-1.5 hours. Hotel check-in begins at 3:00 p.m. This is an international travel day; no meals or program activities are scheduled on this day. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers.

At leisure to relax and get a good night’s rest for the day ahead. Prepare luggage for check out tomorrow.

Day 3 Orientation, Shanga Beads, Tarangire National Park Tarangire National Park

Please be aware that program activities and scheduled times could change due to local circumstances. In the event of changes, we will alert you as quickly as possible. Thank you for your understanding. From Arusha to Tarangire National Park is about 100 miles; approxi...

Day 4 Tarangire National Park Game Drives Tarangire National Park

Early morning game drive in the national park, focus on elephants of Tarangire and baobab trees.

Before breakfast, we'll embark on a game drive in the national park. Our focus today will be on the elephants of Tarangire and the seemingly inverted baobab trees th...

Day 5 Lake Manyara, Village Visit, Cultural Interaction Lake Manyara

From Tarangire to Mto wa Mbu is about 66 miles; approximately 2 hours. From Mto wa Mbu to Lake Manyara is about 5.5 miles. Although not required, previous participants have enjoyed taking coloring pencils/pens and other basic supplies to donate to the local school. Sl...

Day 6 Central Serengeti, Maasai Village, Game Drive Central Serengeti

From Lake Manyara to C. Serengeti Camp is about 124 miles, usually just over 4 hours.

Check out and load vehicles. Early morning, we’ll visit a Maasai village to experience the simple and uncluttered lifestyle of the Maasai. From there, we’ll travel to the Centr...

Day 7 Central Serengeti Game Drives, Searching for Big Cats Central Serengeti

On our game drive this morning, we’ll search for big cats — lion and cheetah — and learn whether lions follow the migration. After what we hope will be an exciting morning, we’ll return to camp.

On this afternoon’s game drive, we’ll search for the unsung little ...

Day 8 Game Drives, Monitoring & Protecting Wildlife South Serengeti

From C. Serengeti to S. Serengeti is about 50 miles, approximately 2 hours.

After checking out, we’ll head south to Ndutu, with a game drive en route, followed by a visit to the Serengeti Park Headquarters. A presentation by a park representative will address th...

Day 9 Game Drives, Wildebeest Calving, Zebra Migration South Serengeti

During this morning's game drive we will be on the lookout to witness the birthing of wildebeests. In the southern Serengeti, the young wildebeests grow quickly and gain strength for the long trek ahead. Lion, cheetah, and hyena revel in the easy pickings as they also...

Day 10 Olduvai Gorge Site, Ngorongoro Conservation Area Ngorongoro

From S. Serengeti to Olduvai Gorge is about 34 miles, approximately 1.5 hours. From Olduvai Gorge to Ngorongoro is about 33 miles, approximately 1.5 hours.

We’ll transfer to the Ngorongoro Crater via Olduvai Gorge, the renowned “Cradle of Mankind” archaeological...

Day 11 Game Drives in the Ngorongoro Crater, Coffee Farm Karatu

From Ngorongoro to Karatu is about 13 miles. Leisurely paced walk on paved and unpaved paths.

After check out, we’ll climb into 4x4 vehicles for our descent into the crater and a full morning game drive amid one of the most extraordinary concentrations of wildli...

Day 12 Transfer to Arusha, Day Room in Arusha, Program Concludes Kilimanjaro/Arusha

From Karatu to Arusha is about 90 miles, approximately 2.5 hours. Hotel day rooms in Arusha have a 6:00 p.m. check out. Please note that your program does not include overnight hotel reservations for this evening. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers....

Day 13 Return Flight to North America In Flight

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,999
Price per day$385
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 10
  • Number of Lunch: 10
  • Number of Dinner: 10
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