About the safari

The great wildebeest migration safari in Tanzania will enable you to interact and watch the annual migration of grazers or animals across northern Tanzania and Kenya which will catch your eyes, this is a spectacular adventure. It is believed that over one million wildebeests, zebras, and other animals move via Serengeti and Masai Mara national parks in search of greener pastures following a well-calculated pattern. Visitors have described this as one of the greatest wonders of the world. Visitors for the 8 Days Of The Great Wildebeests Migration Safari in Tanzania will have to see this migration all year round especially around the Serengeti national park and this is rarely in Masai Mara National Park in Kenya.

Best time for the Africa Great Migration Safari

Visitors interested in the awesome 8 Days of the Africa Great Migration Safari need to understand the movement pattern and travel best when this experience is happening otherwise it might be a disappointing experience if you fail to spot these migratory grazers because of your poor timing.  In July, August September, and October, it’s when the wildebeest occupy the northern plains of Serengeti National Park, and as such people can see them crossing the Masai Mara River. The fact that the crossing is so adventurous, is considered by many as the best time to for having 8 Days Of The Great Wildebeests Migration Safari. Also, from December to match, it is regarded as the time for wildebeest calving and they around found mostly in the southern side of Serengeti in Ndutu majorly in the Ngorongoro Conservation area, and because of this season of calving coupled with river crossing is deemed as the best season to see the herds of wildebeest congregate in the southern plains and in February you rest assured of seeing herds of wildebeest as they move to the southern direction for calving.

Therefore, our 8 Days of The Africa Great Migration Adventure Safari will lead you to the northern, southern, and western sides of Serengeti National Park based on the position of the great migration at the time and offers the best chance of seeing death-defying creatures and the killer vying creatures. Book our Awesome 8 Days of the Africa Great Migration adventure Safari for the best experience of this safari.

All about the Awesome 8 Days of the Africa Great Migration Adventure Safari.

8 days migration adventure is an outstanding 7 nights 8 days Tanzania safari. It is a remarkable Tanzania wildlife expedition to explore Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater – the top destinations in the Northern tourist circuit. The main highlights of this enchanting Tanzania migration experience include observing millions of wildebeest, game drives to see the big five, bird sightings, and more.

Day 1: Arrival at Arusha

Meet your Tanzania safari leader at Kilimanjaro International Airport for a warm welcome to Tanzania. He will brief you shortly about your 8 days migration adventure in Tanzania and after, drive to pre-booked hotel in Arusha.

Overnight stay

Luxury: Four Points by Sheraton Arusha
Mid-range: Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
Budget: Arusha Tourist Inn
Meal plan: Half board

Day 2: Arusha-Tarangire National Park

After an early breakfast, drive to your first destination -Tarangire National Park, 2 hours drive. The 2850sq. km Tarangire National park is home to large herds of elephants, zebras, buffaloes, gazelles, elands, impalas, wildebeest, 350 bird species and features distinct vegetation especially bush savanna, giant baobab trees, etc. A lengthy game drive will be done today and a huge concentration of elephants will at your exposure plus other wildlife, and birds.

Overnight stay

Luxury: Tarangire Sopa Lodge/Tarangire Treetops Lodge
Midrange: Tarangire Safari Lodge
Budget: Planet lodge/Country Lodge

Day 3: Tarangire-Lake Manyara National Park

Hefty breakfast early after, set off for Lake Manyara National Park an exceptional spot where tree-climbing lions live. Drive while enjoying the jaw-dropping rift valley escarpment and at Lake Manyara, lots of wildlife will be spotted. The park shelters amazing species of animals including hartebeest, giraffes, gazelles, hyenas, tree-climbing lions, over 350 bird species, buffaloes, hippos, etc. A guided game drive will be done through Lake Manyara National Park bush savanna and after, get to your pre-booked for relaxation, dinner, and overnight sleep.

Overnight stay

Luxury: Lake Manyara Tree Hotel
Midrange: Kirurumu Tented Lodge
Budget: Olmasera Tented Camp

Day 4: Lake Manyara-Ngorongoro Crater

Enjoy a hot cup of tea/coffee, after drive to Ngorongoro Crater. A guided game drive will be done at the Crater with higher chances to see lots of big five games, antelopes, birds, and in addition, the breathtaking view of the crater. After, drive to the pre-booked lodge for an overnight sleep at Ngorongoro Crater.

Overnight stay

Luxury: Neptune Ngorongoro Lodge
Midrange: Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge
Budget: Plantation Lodge

Day 5: Ngorongoro-Serengeti

Get breakfast, after drive to Central Serengeti National Park for an unforgettable guided game drive to see the big five and watch more than 1.5 million wildebeest plus thousands of zebras, and elands as they migrate in search of pasture. This is perfect for those of you visiting between June and October or have a remarkable wildebeest birthing experience around December to February.

Overnight stay

Budget: Usanja Camp/Shuhudia Tented Camp
Midrange: Serengeti Sopa Lodge
Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge/Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Day 6: Kagatende, Northern Serengeti National Park

Transfer to the Northern section of Serengeti for an incredible game drive. Here, you should expect the great migration -the wildebeest river crossing at Kagatende usually begins in August-October.

Overnight stay

Budget: Usanja Camp/Shuhudia Tented Camp
Midrange: Serengeti Sopa Lodge
Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge/Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Day 7: Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Enjoy breakfast and after, you have a lengthy guided game drive in Serengeti to explore its wildlife. Today, you will have enough time to watch the wildebeest migration at the Mara Riverside.

Overnight stay

Budget: Usanja Camp/Shuhudia Tented Camp
Midrange: Serengeti Sopa Lodge
Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge/Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Day 8: Departure

Enjoy breakfast, after drive back to Arusha -do some shopping and then drop off at Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure.

End of safari