With this 10 days river crossing safari that takes you to Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and lake manyara national parks, there are predators to be mindful of, including crocodiles in the river and lions and other large cats waiting to kill the weaker members of the herd on the opposite side. With taking part in the greatest herd migration of animals in the world, the sheer numbers of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelles are wonders in themselves.
It’s thrilling to see the daring river crossings, but you have to be patient to see this sight. From the Serengeti in Tanzania to the Masai Mara in Kenya, wildebeest might take hours up to whole days to traverse the Mara and Sand River. The herd is impatiently waiting for one of its members to physically take the lead.
Departure/return location
Arusha, Tanzania
Departure Time
Please arrive by 8:30 AM for a departure at 9:30 AM
Return Time
Approximately 8:30 PM
Included
AMREF Flying Doctor Insurance (This service is only available before its dark and can only transfer you to the nearest airstrip to hospital during Emergency)
Unlimited bottled drinking water during game viewing
Unlimited game mileage
Park entry fees and Crater fees (24hrs single entry)
Professional English-Speaking Driver guide
– A Friendly, Experienced and Passionate Driver Guide expert at a wide variety of skills: Flora and Fauna, Tanzania’s cultural and natural history
4X4 Custom built – Toyota Land cruiser
– Pop-up Roof, Opening Sliding windows, Seat Belts, Heavy duty wheels, and Extra Fuel tanks
– Refrigerator for cooling drinks, one pair of binoculars per couple, Eco friendly Trash Bag,
– Wi-Fi on board during safari, Charging Outlets type Plug G for charging Cameras and smart phones
Not Included
International flights (from/to home)
Additional accommodation before and after the safari
Tips (Tipping guidance US$20 per person per day
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees,etc)
The government imposed an increase in taxes and/or park fees
Alcohol drinks
Travel insurance and medical repatriation
Beverage in the accommodation you will be staying
WHY TOUR TO SERENGETI AND NGORONGORO CRATER WITH PREPAM
Kilimanjaro International Airport-Arusha City
Distance: 55km/1hrs drive
On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport you will be met and great by our transfer/safari driver who will introduce to you about our beautiful country and then escort you to Arusha City in your chosen accommodation for evening rest to get ready for your next day adventure.
Mid-Range: Silver Palm Hotel on Full Board
Semi-Luxury: Kibo Palace Hotel on Full Board
Day 2
Arusha City - Tarangire National Park
Distance: 120km/2hrs drive
After breakfast, collect our picnic lunch boxes then we take a short pleasant morning drive to Tarangire National Park, Arrive at the gate our driver will do all the government procedures then proceed inside the park for a full day game drive in the park located slightly off the main safari route. Tarangire National Park is a lovely quiet park in Northern Tanzania most famous for its elephant migration, and birding safari with a quiet atmosphere. Later in the evening we drive to the lodge/hotel for evening leisure and overnight.
Accommodation: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Mid-Range: Lodge or Burudika Manyara Lodge on Full Board
Semi-Luxury: Lake Manyara Serena Lodge/Escarpment Luxury Lodge on Full Board
Day 3
Tarangire - Lake Manyara National Park
Distance: 75km/1.30hrs drive
After breakfast we take a short pleasant morning drive to Lake Manyara, Manyara provides the perfect introduction to Tanzania’s birdlife. More than 400 species have been recorded, and even a first-time visitor to Africa might reasonably expect to observe 100 of these in one day. Inland of the floodplain, a narrow belt of acacia woodland is the favored haunt of Manyara’s legendary tree-climbing lions and impressively tusked elephants. In the evening drive to the hotel/lodge for evening rest.
Accommodation: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Mid-Range: Burudika Tented Lodge on Full Board
Semi-Luxury: Lake Manyara Serena Lodge on Full Board
Day 4
Lake Manyara - Serengeti National Park (central - Seronera)
Distance: 205km/4.50hrs drive
After breakfast your driver will be ready to start your trip to our famous park Serengeti National Park ‘The Endless Plain” This Park is well-known for its healthy stock of resident wildlife, particularly the “Big Five”: Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, and Buffalo.
Serengeti, a UNESCO world heritage site, is home to around 200,000 zebras, and 300,000 Thomson’s gazelles that join the wildebeests’ trek for fresh grazing. Listen to the exotic sounds of over 6 million hooves pounding the open plains of Serengeti just like how you imagined African wildlife to be. After a long day of Safari you will drive to your accommodation for evening leisure and overnight.
Accommodation: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Mid-Range: Embalakai Authentic Camp on Full Board (located inside the park)
Semi-Luxury: Serengeti Serena Lodge on Full Board (located inside the park)
Day 5
Serengeti National Park (central-north)
Distance: 155km/5hrs drive
After breakfast we depart to north Serengeti for wildebeest migration, Resident wildlife numbers are exceptionally high in the Wagakuria area, with prides of lion up to 30 strong, however, from July to October the area turns into a wildlife paradise. The key feature is the Mara River and it is not uncommon to see the herds cross the Mara River north on one day and then back south a few days later. Please take note – to actually finding a crossing is very difficult and is sometimes a matter of luck.
Accommodation: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Mid-Range: Acacia Migration Camp on Full Board (located inside the park)
Semi-Luxury: Kaskaz Mara Camp on Full Board (located inside the park
Day 6-7
Serengeti National Park (north-full day)
After breakfast, enjoy a full day game drive in the Wagakuria area. Resident wildlife numbers are exceptionally high in this area of the park, with prides of lion up to 30 strong, however, from August to October the area turns into a wildlife paradise. The key feature is the Mara River and it is not uncommon to see the herds cross the Mara River north on one day and then back south a few days later. Please take note –Finding a crossing is very difficult and is sometimes a matter of luck. A herd can be seen next to river and only decide to cross or not cross until a couple of days later. This area is a stunning region with kopjes, woodland, riverine vegetation and open plains, similar to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve.
Accommodation: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Mid-Range: Acacia Migration Camp on Full Board (located inside the park)
Semi-Luxury: Kaskaz Mara Camp on Full Board (located inside the park
Day 8
Serengeti National Park (north-central)
Distance: 155km/5hrs drive
After breakfast, we will have a full day game drive in Central Serengeti. Apart from the large mammals, Serengeti is also home to gaudy agama lizards; Rock hyraxes scuffle around the surfaces of the park’s isolated granite koppies. Wide varieties of dung beetle were found, and around 500 bird species have been recoded ranging from the outsized ostrich and bizarre secretary bird of the open grassland, to the black eagles that soar effortlessly above the Lobo Hills. Later in the evening drive to the camp for evening leisure and overnight.
Accommodation: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Mid-Range: Embalakai Authentic Camp on Full Board (located inside the park)
Semi-Luxury: Serengeti Serena Lodge on Full Board (located inside the park)
Day 9
Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater
Distance: 145km/3.30hrs drive
After breakfast, we take a short pleasant drive to Ngorongoro Conservation area, we will have an early morning game drive to Ngorongoro inside the Crater. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) is an extensive highland area along the eastern arm of the Rift Valley, with the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater as its focal point. Ngorongoro was established to conserve wildlife and other natural resources. It also safeguards the interests of indigenous people and promotes tourism. In the evening drive to the lodge for evening leisure and overnight.
Mid-Range: Eileen’s Tree Lodge on Full Board (located outside the park)
Semi-Luxury: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge on Full Board (located at the Crater rim)
Day 10
Karatu/Ngorongoro Conservation Area - Kilimanjaro International Airport
Distance: 245km/4hrs drive
After breakfast, we head back to Arusha and pass by a shopping market on the way. After which, we will facilitate your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.
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