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10 day Wildebeest Migration Safari
The highlight of the wildebeest migration spectacle is in tracking the ungulates give birth to their young ones in thousands. The thrill of this spectacle is the non-stop predator action that follows at Lake Ndutu. Take your best shots at Lake Ndutu before embarking on further exploration at Serengeti National Park to the Tarangire National Park.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be received by our friendly staff and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Accommodation at Aura Safaris and Mission Tours has been handpicked to ensure that our guests get the best experience and a taste of Tanzania’s culture and hospitality after a long flight.
*Depending on your time of arrival, you may partake in an optional Excursion
Accommodation: Arusha - dinner and 1 night
Day 2: Lake Ndutu
After early morning breakfast, you will meet up with your Safari Director and guide. Depart Arusha at approximately 0700 Hrs. heading for the Ngorongoro Conservation area. The Ndutu Conservation area is the best place to experience the annual wildebeest migration calving season. Once the rains start (usually late November), the huge herds make their way down from the Mara River to graze the short grass plains of the Serengeti. Arrive at the Lodge in time for lunch. At 1600 Hrs. Venture out to photograph the wildebeest herds that have migrated into the area for calving.
Accommodation: Lake Ndutu - 1 Night and all meals
Day 3: Serengeti
After early breakfast, depart for the central Serengeti (Seronera) at leisure on a game drive. Arrive at the camp in time for lunch and an afternoon at leisure. Venture out at 1600 Hrs in search of plains game and big cats of the Serengeti. Return to the Camp for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: - Serengeti 4 Nights and all meals
Day 4-6 : Serengeti
You will spend complete days in the Serengeti exploring the park in search of game. Game drives are dependent on the wildlife migration patterns with a scheduled meetup to discuss the next day’s game drive in the evening. Although The annual wildebeest migration adds to the beauty of the healthy stock of resident wildlife, particularly the big five-named for the five most prized trophies taken by game hunters. Natural habitats include savannah grasslands dotted with acacia trees, magnificent rock outcroppings called kopjes, swamps, dense bush as well as streams and rivers. They provide different opportunities for tracking different animal’s species.
Day 7: Ngorongoro
Depart the Serengeti after breakfast heading for the Ngorongoro Conservation area. Arrive at our lodge in time for lunch and an afternoon rest. The rest of the day is spent at leisure to relax and review images from your previous safari.
Accommodation: - Ngorongoro 2 Nights and all meals
Day 8: Ngorongoro
Start the day with an early breakfast before heading for the Ngorongoro crater. Descend the steep crater to start your early morning game drive at the floor of the wildlife-rich crater. The Ngorongoro Crater is an “eighth wonder of the natural world,” with over 20,000 animals thriving in its near perfect conditions. It is part of the larger Ngorongoro Conservation Area which covers more than 8,300 square kilometers. Your picnic lunch is at the carter before continuing with your afternoon game drive.
Day 9: Tarangire
Start the day with your scheduled departure for the Tarangire National park. Drive through the baobab vegetation on the breathtaking water bodies introducing herds of elephant, gnus, zebra, wildebeest and the colourful bird life. Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch and an afternoon rest. The late afternoon is on a game viewing safari to usher in the sunset.
Accommodation: - Tarangire 1 Night and all meals
Day 10: Arusha
Early morning is on a game drive before returning to your lodge for breakfast. Depart for Arusha with scenic sighting enroute arriving in time for lunch. Transfer to the Kilimanjaro International Airport for your return flight. Please Note: Accommodation will be determined by the location of the migrating herds. The choice of camp might change from time to time to keep you closest to where the herds are located
Accommodation: Arusha Not provided
Note: Depending on your flight, accommodation after the Safari can be arranged at an extra cost.
Highlights
- Arusha
- Tarangire
- Lake Manyara
- Serengeti
- Ngorongoro
- Arusha
Package Inclusions:
- 11 nights accommodation including breakfast
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1 night in Nairobi
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2 nights Masai Mara
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2 nights Amboseli
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1 night Tsavo West
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1 night Tsavo East
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3 nights Diani beach
- Accommodation varies from Luxury, Mid-range and budget.
-Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Includes wildlife permits and game rangers fees.
- Tour guide and all Transportation including meet and greet services,airport transfers to Nairobi.
Package exclusions:
- International Flights: We can assist with your flights to match your itinerary.
*If you have already booked your flight, please provide us your flight details or send us copies of e-tickets when you book/enquire.
-Travel expenses (unless covered by Aura Safaris).
-Activities or tours: Except as mentioned in the Package inclusions.
- Alcoholic drinks unless provided as part of an activity.
-Admission fees: Except as mentioned in the Package inclusions.
-Personal expenses
-Travel insurance
*Please read our Term and conditions.