Tanzania Great Migration Safari (High End)

Upon landing at Kilimanjaro Airport, our safari guide will greet you for your private transfer to Arusha Coffee Lodge, the first luxurious stop on your captivating Tanzania journey.

Nestled on the serene slopes of Mount Meru, Arusha Coffee Lodge spans 100 acres of verdant surroundings, where flourishing coffee plantations blend seamlessly with impeccably maintained gardens. This elegant retreat provides a peaceful introduction to your safari adventure, offering exquisite accommodations, a charming coffee bar, and a revitalizing spa experience.

After enjoying a delightful breakfast, you will head to Tarangire National Park, renowned as one of Tanzania’s prime destinations for observing elephants. Upon arrival, check into the picturesque Tarangire Elephant Springs lodge and prepare for an afternoon game drive. Take in the stunning landscape of Tarangire, characterized by its undulating hills adorned with towering baobab trees and dense grasses.

Conclude your first game drive with a serene evening at Tarangire Elephant Springs, a charming safari lodge nestled near the banks of the Tarangire River. Unwind in your elegantly appointed room before venturing out for an enchanting night drive, where fascinating nocturnal wildlife such as porcupines, zorillas, and hyenas await to be discovered.

An early start begins your transformative safari in the remote gem of Tarangire National Park. During the Tanzania dry season, the Tarangire River is the only source of water for many animals. Herds of up to 300 elephants congregate here, whilst migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala and eland can also be seen.

You can choose between bumpy game drives and intimate bush walks, both leaving you continually mesmerised by the bounty of Tarangire National Park, as each minute brings new discoveries. Our proffessional local safari guide will answer all your burning questions about the Great Migration Safari.

This morning, you make your way back through Tarangire National Park, enjoying yet another stunning game drive before reaching Lake Manyara. This picturesque stop serves as a delightful pause on your journey northward. Late morning is dedicated to exploring Lake Manyara National Park, a vibrant sanctuary for wildlife and a center of Maasai heritage, made even more special by a sunny lakeside picnic lunch.

Your Tanzania Great Migration safari continues with a spectacular drive toward the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, including a visit to an incredible viewpoint along the way. For the next two nights, you’ll stay at Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw, a luxurious retreat that seamlessly combines extraordinary wildlife encounters with an authentic connection to the surrounding land and its rich cultural history.

The Ngorongoro Crater, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers the ultimate gateway to an unforgettable safari experience in Tanzania. Accompanied by your private guide, you’ll journey to the world‘s largest inactive and intact volcanic caldera, a stunning ecological haven shaped by over 2.5 million years of history.

This segment of your Great Migration Safari brings you face–to–face with an incredible array of wildlife, including migratory wildebeest, zebras, lions, leopards, and hippos. Your luxurious Tanzania adventure is further enhanced by exceptional wildlife encounters and unique access to the Lion’s Paw’s Maasai Boma, providing an authentic immersion into the rich culture of the Maasai people.

This morning, bid farewell to your private guide as you prepare for a scenic flight from Lake Manyara Airstrip, heading north over the breathtaking landscapes of the Serengeti. During the journey, take in the mesmerizing sight of elephants, giraffes, and herds of zebras and wildebeests casting their shadows on the ground below.

Upon landing at Kogatende Airstrip, you‘ll be escorted to your selected Tanzania safari lodge. If visiting between July and October, consider staying at the Serengeti Mara River Camp.

This luxurious retreat is nestled beside the Mara River, offering sweeping views of its stunning surroundings. During this time of year, you’ll have the extraordinary opportunity to witness the Great Migration unfolding right at the lodge’s doorstep!

Your safari in the Serengeti completes your African adventure with an unforgettable experience. Get ready for exceptional wildlife encounters featuring zebras, topis, gazelles, impalas, buffaloes, giraffes, lions, and leopards. This stunning expanse of lush, rolling grasslands and tree-lined water channels marks the northernmost point of the migration route, offering a spectacular conclusion to your Tanzania Great Migration Safari.

Immerse yourself in the rustic elegance of Serengeti Mara River Camp, where every thrilling wildlife encounter is followed by moments of relaxation. Savor dinners beneath the starry sky, exchanging safari tales with fellow travelers or enjoying quiet moments with loved ones. End your day marveling at nature’s beauty from your private veranda.

Today marks the farewell to the Northern Serengeti and the iconic Mara River as you embark on your journey home, starting with an air transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Your unforgettable Tanzania Great Migration Safari has reached its conclusion, leaving you with a wealth of transformative experiences and remarkable memories. Looking out from the airplane window, you can’t help but feel your love for safaris ignite even further, sparking thoughts about where in East Africa your next adventure might take you.