This safari begins with pick-up from JRO to Arusha, then explores Tarangire wildlife and Lake Manyara’s unique scenery. Journey on to Central Serengeti for big game viewing, then head north to witness the Great Migration river crossing. Return to Central Serengeti before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular finale.
9-Day Great Migration Safari Crossing Mara River
*price p.p. incl. wildlife guide, safari-jeep,hotel and
park entrance fees, excli international flights (based per person)
9-DAY GREAT MIGRATION SAFARI CROSSING MARA RIVER.
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ITENERARY.
Day 1: Kilimanjaro International Airport-Arusha
Day 2: Arusha- Tarangire National Park
Day 3: Game Drive Manyara National Park.
Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park to Central Serengeti National Park
Day 5: Drive to Northern Serengeti to track migration (River Crossing)
Day 6: Full Game Drive tracking river crossing in Mara river
Day 7: Drive to Central Serengeti National Park.
Day 8: Game drive then drive to Ngorongoro conservation Area
Day 9: Game Drive Ngorongoro crater then drive to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
DAY 1: KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT-ARUSHA.
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International, check in then go through the security check point and officials at the counter will check the required documents to verify your identity. You will go to the exit door where you will find a Epic Escape safaris driver guide with a signboard written your name on it. He will greet you and take your luggage to our transfer vehicle and transferred you to Arusha city. On arrival at the hotel our driver guide will assist you with check in process then the hotel porter will take your luggage to your room. You will freshen up after a long flight and later on you will go down the restaurant for dinner and after dinner you can choose to relax at the facilities area take photos and later on go to your room.
DAY 2: ARUSHA TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast you will drive to the Tarangire National Park for a full day game drive. Tarangire lies in Northern circuit,120km from Arusha and it will take 2hours drive to reach here. This is a sixth largest park in Tanzania but even with lack in size the park has a lot offer you more that you can ever imagine. It gives visitors an excellent birth watching opportunities throughout of the year and authentic life time experience. Tarangire is underrated for those who like to explore. You will drive through the savannah to study and learn about small creatures and spot many animals. As afternoon begins to end you will make you way towards your tented lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight.
DAY 3: GAME DRIVE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for game drive. After breakfast, safari briefing then your driver guide will pick you up and drive to Lake Manyara for full day game drive. Lake Manyara is now more of a forest park compare to the years back but it has not lost its appeal and it still offers a unique experience to visitors. Even though it has the least number of mammals in all Northern circuit parks, Lake Manyara makes up for it in its unique wilderness which entails of scenic landscapes such as such as Rift valley, dense woodlands and stunning mountain side.
Lake Manyara National Park centers around its eponymous alkaline lake, a key habitat for hundreds of bird species. In month of November and April, thousands of greater and lesser pink flamingos gather on its shore, along with pick-backed pelicans yellow-billed storks, grey herons and pods of hippos
DAY 4: LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK TO CENTRAL SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK.
Breakfast, you will be picked up by Epic Escape Safaris driver guide and chef and drive you to Serengeti National Park. The park is extremely large and wild game park ever. It is every traveler desire to see, a nearly 15000 sq km, this park is truly “the endless plains” as it is known by nomadic Maasai who are found here. You mind will be boggling by the quantity and wildlife inside Serengeti. It is a home of big five “Lion, Leopard, bush elephant, African buffalo and Black Rhino”. If is also famous with annual migration and beautiful landscapes. This park is a treat to visit not just for animals but also for its vast and varied species. After the game viewing you will drive to the lodge which is located inside the park for relaxation, dinner and overnight.
DAY 5: DRIVE TO NORTHERN SERENGETI TO TRACK MIGRATION (RIVER CROSSING)
After breakfast, you will head to Serengeti for a full day of game viewing, beginning your exploration of its vast landscapes. Your guide will choose a scenic picnic spot or set up a bush lunch in the wild. The Serengeti, nearly 15,000 sq km, is famed as “the endless plains” by the nomadic Maasai and is home to the Big Five—lion, leopard, bush elephant, African buffalo, and black rhino. From Central Serengeti, you will travel about 150 km north to track the Great Migration, aiming to witness the dramatic river crossing. Later in the afternoon, you will proceed to your accommodation for relaxation, dinner, and overnight.
DAY 6:FULL GAME DRIVE TRACKING RIVER CROSSING IN MARA RIVER.
After breakfast, you will set out for a full-day game drive in the Northern Serengeti, the heart of the Great Migration. The day will be dedicated to tracking the herds along the Mara River, where thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles gather in anticipation of the dramatic river crossing. Your guide will find the best vantage points to witness this breathtaking spectacle and share fascinating insights about the animals’ behavior. Scenic bush meals will be enjoyed in the wild, surrounded by the sounds and sights of Africa. As the sun begins to set, you will return to your tented lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight.
DAY 7:DRIVE TO CENTRAL SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast, depart from the Northern Serengeti for the scenic 150 km journey to the Central Serengeti, passing through some of the most wildlife-rich areas on earth. The drive itself is a safari, with chances to spot elephants, lions, leopards, and wildebeest still moving across the plains. The landscape shifts from the lush, river-fed north to the open grasslands and rocky kopjes of the central region. Along the way, enjoy photo stops and wildlife encounters. By afternoon, arrive in the Central Serengeti, famous for its year-round game viewing and high concentration of big cats. Your guide will set up a picnic-style bush lunch in the wild before continuing with an afternoon game drive. As the sun sets, head to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti.
DAY 8: GAME DRIVE THEN DRIVE TO NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
After breakfast, enjoy your final game drive in the Central Serengeti, soaking in the last sights of its rich wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Later, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a chance to visit a traditional Maasai boma and experience their vibrant culture. Continue your journey through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands, taking in sweeping views of rolling hills and volcanic landscapes. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim or within the conservation area for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay, ready for the next day’s crater exploration.
DAY 9: GAME DRIVE TO NGORONGORO CRATEN THEN DRIVE TO KIA.
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and driven to the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Upon arrival, descend to the crater floor to explore this natural wonder, often called “Africa’s Garden of Eden.” Home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, you may spot lions, leopards, black rhinos, hyenas, zebras, waterbucks, baboons, and more. Around midday, your guide will set up a picnic lunch in a scenic spot before continuing game viewing for another 3–4 hours. Later in the afternoon, ascend from the crater and transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight.
MAKE YOUR NEXT ESCAPE ONE TO REMEMBER.
At Epicecapes, you can customize your trip. Our sample itineraries are adjustable to your preferences. Our specialists work together with you to create your dream journey!
PRICES
1 People
From $ 6,215/ Person
Luxury Package
2 People
From $ 4,767/ Person
Luxury Package
3 People
From $4,231/ Person
Luxury Package
4 People
From $ 4,267/ Person
Luxury Package
5 People
From $4,272 /Person
Luxury Package
6 People
From $ 4,104/ Person
Luxury Package
INCLUDED.
- Park Fees ( For non-residents)
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (unless listed as upgrades)
- A professional driver/guide.
- All transportation (unless labelled as optional)
- All Taxes/ VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer.
- Meals and Drinks( as specified in the day by day itenerary)
EXCLUDED.
- International Flights (from/ to home)
- Additional accommodation before and end of tour.
- Tips (tipping guideline US$15 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc)
OPTIONAL SAFARI ACTIVITIES.
- Balloon Safari ($500 per person).
- Masai Village Visit ($50 per vehicle).
- Night game Tarangire or Lake Manyara drive ($120 per person).
- Ngorongoro crater Rim walk ($30 per person).
- Visit the Olduvai Gorge and museum.
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