TANZANIA WILDEBEEST MIGRATION SAFARI

Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation, Serengeti National Park

(Central & Northern) and Tarangire National Park.

With our Tanzanian Wildebeest Migration Safari Package, set off on the ultimate adventure. This nine-day trip offers an incredible exploration of the nation's most famous locations. A fresh story of adventure opens with every morning, beckoning you to experience the wild beauty of the outdoors. Every day is full with unforgettable experiences that highlight Tanzania's natural beauties, from stunning views to enthralling wildlife encounters. Come along on a once-in-a-lifetime experience with us and take advantage of the chance to see the unending beauty of nature up close. Don't let this incredible opportunity pass you by!

Duration: 9 Days, 8 Nights

Itinerary

Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport - Arusha

Depending on your arrival time at Kilimanjaro airport, your experienced Hyde Expeditions driver-guide will be awaiting you with a warm and welcoming aura. Sit back and relax as he takes you to your hotel in Arusha, the Geneva of Africa. Your driver guide will brief you on your safari once you arrive at your designated accommodation

Day 2: Arusha - Manyara National Park

We will embark on a two hour journey towards the west as you encounter the vibrant city and locals on the way. Familiarize yourself with our driver guide and feel free to ask any questions you may have about the journey and destination.

Attractions: The lake, hippo pool and rift valley escarpment.

Manyara National Park provides diverse habitats, beautiful views, and ecological variation, as well as an abundance of species and birds. Flamingos, Elephants, Buffalos and Giraffes, Zebras, Warthogs, and Impalas are among the animals found near the huge soda lake. The small Hippo Pool is often a highlight, offering exceptional Hippo sightings as well as breathtaking vistas of the Rift Valley Escarpment. Later in the day, you will go to your pre-arranged lodging inside the national park

Day 3: Manyara National Park - Serengeti National Park

After a scrumptious breakfast, off we go on a five hour journey towards the north and west. Be open to viewing herds of cattle, several stalls and scintillating greenery along the way.

Attractions: Serengeti Plains & Kopje.

And so we arrive, Africa's leading national park, “The Serengeti”. Today will be a half day game drive giving you a chance to soak in and glance at the rocky outcrops often frequented by big cats. Known as the wildlife hub, rest assured to find the highlight of your trip while surrounded by wildlife everywhere. The vast plains encompassed with acacia trees and breathtaking sunsets will have you in touch with nature ready for the next full day of exploring this majestic beauty. At sunset, you will proceed to your designated lodge within the park.

Day 4: Central Serengeti - Northern Serengeti

At the crack of dawn, the morning sun spraying gold over Serengeti, you will embark on a full day journey of discovery within the Serengeti, coined as “the endless plain” by locals. With an unobstructed view on either side, witness the captivating movements of wildebeests and zebras, and if luck is on your end, you might even witness a hunt or a pride of lions resting under a tree.

Attractions: The Whole Lot!

The landscape goes through various changes throughout the year. Migrating herds in May, June, November and December in addition to the residents of the plains. During the rainy season, the topography changes to a captivating scenery of thousands of wildebeest similar to an ant colony when viewed from above. Opt for a balloon safari which can be pre-arranged to experience a once in a lifetime opportunity to view the endless plain in what we call “an excursion in the air” Conclude the day by settling into your cozy lodging within the national park.

Day 5: Northern Serengeti

As you greet a new day in Northern Serengeti, Join your experienced driver-guide on an extensive game drive, keeping a keen eye out for elephants, buffaloes, elands, and gazelles. With luck on your side, you might catch a glimpse of an extraordinary sighting - such as a cheetah hunt or even the hard to spot black rhino, a rare native in this area.

Attractions: The Great migration.

As well as the migrating herds, the Northern Serengeti is an area where you might easily see giraffes, elephants and common eland: with an array of resident species, there’s always something to look forward to! Later in the day, you will go to your pre-arranged lodging inside the national park.

Day 6: Northern Serengeti - Central Serengeti

Before leaving the Northern Serengeti this morning, opt for a safari in the sky; a balloon ride over the vast plains of the region. While the sun rises from the horizon, it allows us further time to wonder at the migratory herds, the dangers and challenges they face each year in their battle for survival

Attractions: Golden Hour.

Later in the day, you will go to your pre-arranged lodging inside the national park

Day 7: Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

Today, we will embark on a three hour journey towards Ngorongoro in the south east. As you move towards the exit, be sure to stay alert as you may come across familiar and unfamiliar sights from the previous day as this will be part of a morning game drive to explore other highlights of the vast Serengeti plains.

Attractions: The Crater Floor & The Big Five.

The route takes you across the Great Rift Valley, through the woodland in the crater. This sunken volcano is the primary attraction of the region and fosters a gorgeous environment. The crater accommodates the most abundant collection of wildlife in Africa and is teeming with elephants, big cats, buffaloes, and even the elusive black rhino. Flamingos are often seen strolling across Lake Magadi. Later in the day, you will go to your pre-arranged lodging inside the national park.

Day 8: Ngorongoro - Tarangire National Park

The Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO world heritage site, will be etched in your memory forever considering the amount of wildlife and stunning views. We will then proceed with our journey of 4 hours towards Tarangire National Park.

Attractions: The Elephant Galore & Upside Down Trees.

Tarangire National Park known as the elephant’s hub which is also home to buffalos, lions, zebras, gazelle and other mammals, many of them often congregate along the river. The park is also famous for large baobab trees; enduring and alien-looking enormous trees that are native to the region. While the larger residents of the parks are often the main characters, let us not forget the array of smaller yet significant breeds. The hyrax in particular is known as the Elephant's little brother spanning over 30 centimeters compared to the 9 footed tusker. Look out for nature's largest flightless bird, the Ostrich as they are in abundance often found hanging out across the grasslands.

Day 9: Tarangire National Park - Kilimanjaro Airport

Wake up to the sound of birds chirping and winds bustling through the trees. An early morning game drive takes you through the already familiar Tarangire National Park. You might want to stop for a quick glance and capture the majestic long necked African Giraffe’s casually chewing on the thorny branches of the Acacia tree.

Attractions: You Decide!

Kick back and relax in your 4x4 vehicle as you head back to the Airport for your departure.

Departure Instructions:

In order for you to depart today, you would have to arrange for a flight which leaves from Kilimanjaro International Airport after 21:00 hours. Otherwise, you can opt to book an extra night’s accommodation and take a flight the following day.

inclusions

Park fees.
All activities (unless labeled as optional).
All accommodation as stated in the itinerary.
A professional driver/guide.
All transportation (unless labeled as optional).
All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section).

exclusions

International flights (from/to home).
Additional accommodation at the end of the tour.
Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day).
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees.
Services not mentioned in the program.
Travel insurance and medical repatriation.
Items of a personal nature.

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