7 Days Following Africa’s Greatest Migration

Pickup from your hotel at 8am and start a beautiful journey across the Great Rift Valley until Lake Manyara National Park for a full day game drive. Although small in dimension (205 sq. miles), the park has breathtaking scenery and well famous for its lush acacia forest, giant figs and mahogany trees, as well as to a growing population of baboons and blue monkeys. Permanent residents of this park also include giraffes, elephants, impalas and a huge amount of buffaloes. The lake is also home to a large number of hippos. Some unique facts about this park include the tree climbing lions, flamingos in the lake shore, as well as the Ground Hornbill and the Crested Eagle. The landscapes of Lake Manyara are something that can not be described with words, and the game drives along the lake provide stunning photo opportunities of giraffes and buffaloes in the foreground and the lake (and its flamingos) in the background. During this day, some extra tours are possible, including a bike tour or a boat excursion. In the afternoon, transfer to the camp for dinner. Dinner and overnight

Ngorongoro Crater is considered one the wonders of the Natural World. The crater spreads for 102 sq. miles and has 2.000 ft high walls, making it virtually a Noah's ark and inhabiting almost every species of wildlife that is indigenous to East Africa. It's one of the very rare locations in the whole continent where you can witness the black Rhino. The concentration of African wildlife if the greatest in the continent. The crater has a river, several swamps, a soda lake with a great concentration of flamingos, a forest and open plains. It's also famous for its elephants which are the largest in the world and have huge tusks. This is due to the rich mineral content of the volcanic soil and its grasses. Ngorongoro Crater is truly a Wonder of the Natural World. We will start the day very early with a transfer from Manyara region to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and descend into the crater floor for an incredible morning of wildlife in one of the most stunning places on Earth. After the game drive, there will be time for a picnic lunch near the beautiful hippo Lake. After lunch, you will have the opportunity for a fantastic afternoon game drive and then ascend the crater and transfer to your accommodation. Dinner and overnight at campsite or lodge.

After an early breakfast, depart towards the most famous National park in the World, the Serengeti. The driving itself, although long, is spectacular. You will drive up the crater highlands, making a quick stop at the rim for an out of this world view of Ngorongoro Crater. This will be an unforgettable moment for anyone seeing it for the first time. As you progress well into the Serengeti, you will see why the name means, in local language, "endless plains". The park has 6,900 sq. mile (18,000 sq. km) and for most of it, the plains will stretch to the horizon defying your senses and perception of distances. It is the home of the Great Migration and to 2 million wildebeests, hundreds of thousands of zebras and all kinds of antelopes including the abundant impalas and Thomson's gazelles. As for Big Cats and large predators, it's the place of choice to look out for lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, with many television scenes like the famous river crossings having been filmed in this park. Smaller animals like foxes, mongoose, honey badgers, jackals, monkeys, baboons, rock hyrax and african hares, together with more than 500 species of birds, also inhabit this park. Dinner and overnight at campsite or lodge.

Enjoy a full day exploring the vast and wildlife-rich Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. This day is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing you to tailor your safari experience according to your interests and preferences. Together with your experienced guide, you can plan the day’s activities and game-viewing schedule to make the most of your time in the park.

Choose between morning and afternoon game drives with a relaxing break at camp during the heat of the day, or venture out on an extended full-day safari with a picnic lunch in the wilderness. The Serengeti’s endless plains are home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and vast herds of wildebeest. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacular Great Migration as thousands of animals move across the landscape in search of fresh grazing.

Throughout the day, your guide will share insights into the park’s ecosystems, wildlife behavior, and conservation efforts, enhancing your safari experience. As the sun sets over the plains, return to your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Spend the next two days exploring the region of the Serengeti where the Great Migration is most active at the time of your visit. As the movement of millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles follows seasonal rainfall patterns, your safari will be carefully planned to maximize opportunities for unforgettable wildlife encounters. Depending on the season, your adventure may take you to the southern plains of Ndutu, the remote western corridor, or the far northern reaches of the Serengeti near the Kenyan border.

Travel through some of the park’s most secluded and spectacular landscapes, far from the main tourist routes, accompanied by an experienced guide who will track wildlife movements and identify the best game-viewing locations. Along the way, you may witness dramatic river crossings, predator-prey interactions, and the incredible scale of one of the world’s greatest natural spectacles.

For added comfort and a unique perspective, an optional light-aircraft transfer between Serengeti regions can be arranged. This scenic flight offers breathtaking aerial views of the endless plains while significantly reducing travel time. After each exciting day of exploration, return to your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of the African wilderness.

For your final day in the Serengeti, an early start is highly recommended to take advantage of the magical hours just before and after sunrise. Set out on a morning game drive as the wilderness awakens and wildlife becomes most active. The golden light spreading across the endless plains creates spectacular scenery and exceptional opportunities for photography. This peaceful time of day often provides memorable sightings of predators returning from the hunt, grazing herbivores, and a variety of birdlife beginning their day.

After the game drive, return to camp for a leisurely brunch and time to freshen up before your transfer to the airstrip. From here, board your scheduled flight to your onward destination, whether it is Arusha, Zanzibar, or another exciting location. The scenic flight offers one last chance to appreciate the vast beauty of the Serengeti from above.

Guests who prefer a slower pace may choose to skip the early game drive and instead enjoy a relaxing morning at the lodge or camp, soaking in the tranquil atmosphere of the African wilderness before departure. This marks the conclusion of an unforgettable safari filled with extraordinary wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes.