8-Day Luxury Wildebeest Migration Safari – Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you’ll be warmly received by your professional safari guide and transferred to your luxurious hotel in Arusha—a vibrant town nestled at the foot of Mount Meru. On a clear day, you may even glimpse the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. Whether you choose to unwind at the exquisite Gran Melia Arusha or explore the colourful local markets and museums, this first evening allows you to settle in, recharge, and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Accommodation: Gran Melia Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner + Drinking water

Day 2: Tarangire National Park – The Realm of Giants

After a lavish breakfast, journey south to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most underrated gems. Famous for its colossal baobab trees and massive elephant populations, Tarangire offers a peaceful, less-crowded safari atmosphere. Embark on a private game drive through varied terrain—from acacia woodlands to grassy savannahs—where you may encounter giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and even elusive leopards. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch amid the wild, followed by a drive to the highlands of Karatu for a tranquil evening at your elegant lodge.

Accommodation: Endoro Lodge, Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner + Drinking water

Day 3: Journey to the Central Serengeti – Enter the Wild

Depart Karatu after breakfast and drive through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands, stopping at Naabi Hill Gate to enter the majestic Serengeti National Park. The central region, known as Seronera, is teeming with wildlife year-round. Here, wide open plains stretch endlessly beneath dramatic skies—an iconic safari backdrop. Enjoy an afternoon game drive en route to your luxury tented camp, where you’ll dine under starlit skies and listen to the nightly chorus of the African bush.

Accommodation: Ang’ata Serengeti Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner + Drinking water

Days 4–5: Northern Serengeti – Witness the Wildebeest Crossing

Over the next two days, journey deep into the Northern Serengeti, where the action peaks between July and October. Explore the Lobo, Bologonja, and Mara River regions, prime locations to witness the Mara River crossings—a heart-pounding scene where wildebeests leap into crocodile-filled waters in a desperate bid for survival. Your private guide will position you for the best views while respecting the environment. The region is also rich in predators, including lion prides and cheetahs scanning the horizon. Return each evening to your luxury Ang’ata Migration Camp, offering incredible intimacy with nature and personalised service.

Accommodation: Ang’ata Migration Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner + Drinking water

Day 6: Return to Central Serengeti – Wildlife Encounters

Enjoy a morning game drive through the Northern Serengeti, then travel back toward the Central Serengeti, spotting giraffes, hartebeests, and playful hyenas along the way. This transition allows for varied ecosystems and new wildlife encounters. After a scenic picnic lunch and more game viewing en route, settle into your lodge and share stories of the migration around the campfire with fellow travellers.

Accommodation: Ang’ata Serengeti Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner + Drinking water

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater – Eden of East Africa

After breakfast, leave the Serengeti behind and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the best places on Earth to see the Big Five—lion, elephant, rhino, leopard, and buffalo—all within a collapsed volcanic caldera. The crater’s unique ecosystem supports thousands of animals in a remarkably small area. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a hippo-filled lake before heading back to Karatu for your final overnight stay.

Accommodation: Endoro Lodge, Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner + Drinking water

Day 8: Farewell Tanzania – Local Encounters & Departure

On your final day, savour a leisurely breakfast before visiting a nearby Maasai village or exploring Karatu’s artisan markets (depending on your flight schedule). These cultural moments offer insight into Tanzanian traditions and a chance to pick up handmade souvenirs. Later, your guide will transfer you to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport, ensuring a timely arrival for your onward journey—taking with you a heart full of memories from this once-in-a-lifetime luxury wildebeest migration safari.

Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch + Drinking water.

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