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8 Days Tanzania Migration Safari

Tour overview

This 8 days safari will offer you the best that Africa/East Africa has to offer. Imagine being on a safari that takes you close to the magnificent Serengeti National Park, home to millions of species of wildlife and mega scenery. The Ngorongoro Crater, the largest intact volcanic caldera in the world, a place where wildlife coexists with humans, Tarangire National Park, known for its birdlife and elephant population, and not to forget Lake Manyara National Park, whose highlight is the climbing lions.

Tour Type

Duration

8 days

Tour Location

Airport Pickup

  • Kilimanjaro Int. Airport (KIA)
Tour Highlights
Places You'll Visit
  • Lake  Manyara National Park
  • Serengeti National Park
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Tarangire National Park

Tour Day By day Itinerary

Kisambi Tours' representative will welcome you at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and accompany you to your accommodations for the night. Our guides are well connected with the country, so you'll be in good hands from the minute you arrive until you leave.
Today you will visit Lake Manyara National Park for a day game drive. Stretching along the base of the Rift Valley escarpment it is home to giant big trees, acacia woodlands, mahogany trees & grassy flood plains. The contrasts of this area are simply breathtaking with its open plains, huge escarpment, Soda Lake, dense woodlands & distant volcanic peaks coming together in an area best described by Ernest Hemingway as “the loveliest I had seen in Africa”. Animals such as buffalo, wildebeest, giraffes, mongoose, dik dik, zebra herds congregate on the grassy plains while the acacia woodland is home to the legendary tree-climbing lions, tusked elephants, and pink-hued flamingos. In the afternoon you will drive to Eileen's Trees Inn for overnight. Meals Plan: Lunch and Dinner
After another African wake up and an amazing bush breakfast, you will head to the Serengeti National Park for about 6 hours. This day is dedicated to an evening game drive as you drive to your accommodation of this day for check in. Serengeti National Park covers 1.5 million hectares of savannah, the annual migration of two million wildebeest plus hundreds of thousands of gazelles and zebras - followed by their predators on their annual migration in search of pasture and water - is one of the most impressive natural spectacles in the world. The park's biodiversity is very high with at least four globally threatened or endangered species: black rhino, elephant, wild dog and cheetah. Accommodation: Tukaone Tented Camp Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
We are completely flexible with your preferences and will tailor this day to your liking. On each day of the safari, your guide will discuss the best times for you, including game drives and wake-up time. For example, you could do a morning game drive that day, return to camp for lunch and relaxation, and finish with an afternoon game drive, or you could do a full day game drive with a picnic lunch. . Accommodation: Tukaone Tented Camp Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, depart for the Northern Serengeti for a full day game drive to observe the great migration. The river crossings in Kogatende start in August when the big herd settles in the area. Between August and October, game viewing is at its best as river crossings are pretty much guaranteed every day. There is no distinct movement as the herds tend to cross the river back and forth to follow the rains and subsequent fresh grass. Accommodation: Mara Savannah Tented Camp Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, embark on a full day game drive to observe the great migration in the Mara area. The number of resident wildlife is exceptionally high in the Wagakuria area. The main feature is the Mara River. There is of course no guarantee to observe the crossing; it is purely a matter of luck. But here at the Mara River there are great chances to see the herds crossing the Mara River to the north in one day and again to the south a few days later. A herd may be seen next to the river and decide to cross a few days later. This area is a stunning region of kopjes, forests, riverine vegetation and open plains, similar to the Massai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya. After an extensive game drive, return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight. Accommodation: Mara Savannah Tented Camp Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
This day is also dedicated to transfers, but as you will be driving from the North Serengeti to the South Serengeti, you can naturally expect many encounters with a variety of wildlife. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its great importance. The sanctuary is a paradise for wildlife as it is home to a variety of animals including wildebeest, zebra, rhino, buffalo, lion, elephant, leopard, cheetah, caracal, African wild dog, gazelle, wild cat and more than 500 species of birds. Accommodation: Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
This day will be another highlight of the entire safari, as we will drive to the Ngorongoro Crater. It was established in 1959 as a multiple land use area where wildlife coexists with semi-nomadic Maasai pastoralists who practice traditional pastoralism. It includes the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, the largest caldera in the world. Just in case you are a nature, landscape or wildlife lover and you visit Tanzania and do not reach Ngorongoro Crater, consider your safari incomplete, because no place in this world is as beautiful as Ngorongoro. Accommodation: Fanaka Lodge Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast you will drive to Tarangire National Park, enjoy game drive all day inside the park, expect to see a lot of animals inside the park. Famous for its large elephant population, it is also home to zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, waterbuck, baboons, and dwarf mongoose, impala, buffalo, antelope and fringe-eared Oryx. Predators include lion, cheetah and leopard. The swamps are shared by flocks of birds; green wood hoopoes, lovebirds, tallish herons, white bellied go-away birds and giant kingfishers. On drier ground you will find the kori bustard & the heaviest of the flying birds; the ostrich. After a full day game drive you will drive back to Arusha/Aiport. Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Includes

  • Airport Pickup and Drop – Off
  • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Unlimited mileage game drive
  • Professional, English-speaking guide
  • Meals according to the itinerary
  • Mineral water on all days
  • All mentioned activities
  • All park entrance fees
  • All government taxes
  • Overnight accommodation according to the itinerary

Excludes

  • Flights
  • Alcohol and soft drinks
  • Tips for crew
  • Optional activities
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Laundry Services
  • Personal spending money for souvenirs

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THE MOSTLY FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How to Book Safari in Tanzania?

You can book your safari with utmost ease with Kisambi Tours. What we suggest you initially do is plan the various Things to Do in Tanzania and the locations you wish to visit in the country. Give us a call and we will assist you in preparing the best-customized itinerary for Tanzania as per your needs. You need to make a 30% payment to save your bookings and make the complete payment before 120 days of your safari date. After this, you need to book your international flight tickets at least 6-9 months before your safari schedule dates. After this, you need to start applying for your Tanzania Visa on the Tanzania Embassy websites or visit their offices in your country. This is followed by buying your travel insurance and takes the necessary vaccinations before your travel.

What is the best time to visit Tanzania?

We truly believe that you can have a fantastic Tanzania safari at any time of year! Many of our guests book with us throughout the "long rains" of April and May, as well as the "short rains" of November. We make every effort to provide them with the greatest possible experience, even during the rainy season. The brief wet seasons are ideal for arranging a Tanzania Safari for bird watchers. The migratory birds can be seen during a rainstorm. However, the dry season is the best time to visit Tanzania.

Why Should You Visit Tanzania, And What Are Its Top Attractions?

Tanzania is a prime safari destination, boasting abundant wildlife and diverse landscapes. Popular attractions include:

Northern Circuit: Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

Southern Circuit: Nyerere National Park and Ruaha National Park

Western Circuit: Katavi National Park

Additionally, Tanzania is home to Africa's tallest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, which is primarily accessed from Tanzania despite being near the Kenya border.

How Much Does A Tanzania Safari Cost?

The cost of a Tanzania Safari is influenced by various factors like activities chosen, accommodation type, trip duration, season, and group size. Consider budgeting starting from $500 per person daily as a general guide. Prices can also fluctuate based on the season: you might save during the rainy season but expect higher costs during prime wildebeest migration times. Camping safaris are often more affordable than luxury lodge safaris. Places like the Serengeti offer larger hotels that might be more budget-friendly.

Is Tanzania Worth Visiting?

Tanzania is a country where you can time travel and get lost in the transcendental form of nature and wildlife that the country has to offer. There is a huge diversity of Tanzania Population and Tanzania Religion with the more dominating being Islam and its culture. What you will be surprised with is the amazing Tanzania Safari Facts and insights about the Tanzania Time of the past when the country witness colonial rule and anarchy. You must have come across numerous Tanzania Safari Videos that give you a clear insight into how the country is and its beauty. It is worth visiting Tanzania and understanding its glorious traditions and culture. All you need is a visa and a backpack. 

Is Tanzania Safe For Safaris?

Tanzania is relatively safe but not without risks. Tourists may encounter touts and petty thefts. Safeguard your valuables, avoid isolated areas, and use only reputable transport. Always carry your passport and monetary essentials with you.

When Is The Best Time To See Wildebeest Migration?

The best times to witness Tanzania's wildebeest migration are June-July in the Serengeti and January-February for calving near Lake Ndutu in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Where Will I Stay During The Tanzania Safari?

Based on your package choice, accommodation ranges from lodges to tented camps during a Tanzania safari.

Words from Our happy Clients

We have received feedback from our clients, and Kisambi Tours is rated 5/5 by them. Customers grant us this honor because we are constantly committed to doing whatever it takes to ensure that their safari is completely satisfactory.

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