8-Day Track the Magic of the Great Migration – Mid-Range Safari

Touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where your driver will warmly greet you and transfer you to Arusha. Nestled at the foot of Mt. Meru, Summit Safari Lodge offers a serene start to your adventure, complete with a rooftop restaurant and Olympic-sized swimming pool.

After breakfast, begin your safari with a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Explore the varied habitats where lions, leopards, giraffes, and zebras roam, especially near the life-sustaining Tarangire River. In the afternoon, continue to Karatu and check into the peaceful Farm of Dreams Lodge.

Pass through the lush Ngorongoro Highlands and descend into the legendary Serengeti National Park. As the plains unfold endlessly before you, watch for herds of wildebeest, zebra, giraffes, and big cats. By afternoon, arrive at Seronera Valley, a hotspot for predators, and settle into your luxury tent at Signature Serengeti.

Enjoy a full-day game drive heading north, tracking the Great Migration. From July to September, witness the iconic Mara River crossings, where thousands of wildebeest face crocodile-infested waters. From January to March, the southern plains host the calving season, attracting predators. At day’s end, unwind at Safari Haven Migration Camp.

Start with a final early game drive in Northern Serengeti, searching for elusive species like leopards and rhinos. After breakfast, begin the journey south through the Serengeti, enjoying sweeping landscapes en route to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Spend the evening at Marera Mountain View Lodge, nestled in the lush highlands.

Rise early to descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called Africa’s Eden. This UNESCO site is teeming with wildlife, including black rhinos, large bull elephants, hippos, and lion prides. After a picnic lunch by a hippo pool, ascend the crater and return to Karatu. In the afternoon, enjoy a cultural walking tour in Mto wa Mbu, visiting local farms and sampling traditional Tanzanian food.

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, flamingo-filled lake, and rich birdlife. Explore the forest, open plains, and lake shore before returning to Arusha. Relax at Summit Safari Lodge for your final night under the Tanzanian sky.

Enjoy a final breakfast and lunch at the lodge before your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home. As your adventure ends, you’ll leave with unforgettable memories of the Great Migration, stunning landscapes, and rich Tanzanian culture.