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5 Day Migration Adventure From Ancient Baobabs to the Mara River

By Herbivore African Expeditions
Free cancellation available
Price is ¥489,488 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 5d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

This thrilling 5-day Migration Adventure takes you from the iconic ancient baobab trees of Tarangire to the dramatic crossings of the Mara River in the Northern Serengeti. Along the way, witness breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife encounters, and a season permitting the awe-inspiring Great Migration as wildebeest and zebra brave crocodile-infested waters. This tour is unique as it provides you with a chance to experience one of nature’s greatest events up close. It is ideal for travelers who wishes to travel as solo, couples, families, students, researchers and many others who wishes to experience the nature in its own raw beauty.

Activity location
  • Tarangire National Park
    • Babati Rural, Babati Rural, Tanzania
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Tarangire National Park
    • Babati Rural, Babati Rural, Tanzania

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5 Day Migration Adventure From Ancient Baobabs to the Mara River in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 5 days5d
    5d
  • Opening hours: Sun 7:00am-5:30pm
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
¥489,488 x 1 Adult¥489,488

Total
Price is ¥489,488
Until Sat, Dec 27
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transportation
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Airport/Departure Tax
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fuel surcharge

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park.
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Tloma Lodge Karatu
Tarangire National Park
  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
Your safari adventure begins with a scenic drive from Arusha, descending into the baobab-studded landscape of Tarangire National Park. This park is famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient, towering trees. As you enter the gate, the wildlife viewing begins immediately. Spend the day exploring the Tarangire River ecosystem, a vital water source that attracts thousands of animals during the dry season. Look for lions lounging in the branches of trees, impressive buffalo herds, and the elusive leopard. After a full day of game drives, you'll ascend into the highlands to the charming coffee plantation area of Karatu. You will check into the beautiful Tloma Lodge, known for its stunning views and tranquil atmosphere. Enjoy a delicious dinner and a restful night, listening to the sounds of the countryside, ready for your journey to the Serengeti tomorrow.
Day 2: Karatu to Northern Serengeti (Kogatende/Mara River).
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
Mara River
  • 7h
  • Admission ticket included
After an early breakfast, you'll journey onwards, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with breathtaking views from the crater's rim. You'll then enter the vast, endless plains of the Serengeti National Park. The drive north is an adventure in itself, with game viewing all the way as you transition from the central plains to the rugged, river-cut landscapes of the north. Your destination is the Kogatende area, the hub of the Mara River crossings. You will arrive at your authentic and comfortable mobile camp, Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp, perfectly situated to maximize your time with the migration. After lunch, embark on your first afternoon game drive in the region. Immediately, you'll feel the tension in the air—vast herds of wildebeest and zebra gather on the banks, and the air is filled with their constant grunts. Return to camp for a sundowner and a hearty dinner under the spectacular African night sky.
Day 3: Full Day Game Drive-Mara River.
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
Mara River
  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
Today is dedicated entirely to the main event. After a quick coffee and snack, you'll head out at dawn when the light is soft and wildlife is active. Your expert guide will communicate with other drivers to locate herds on the move. You'll spend the day patrolling the banks of the Mara River, waiting for that iconic moment. The anticipation is electric as thousands of animals gather, hesitate, and finally take the perilous plunge into the crocodile-infested waters. Witness the chaos, courage, and raw survival instinct of the crossing—a true natural spectacle unlike any other. The action doesn't stop at the river; keep an eye out for predators like lions and hyenas waiting to ambush exhausted animals that make it across. Enjoy a packed lunch at a scenic spot right in the heart of the action. Return to camp in the evening, exhilarated and filled with incredible memories.
Day 4: Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti (Seronera).
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Into Wild Africa Tented Camp
Seronera
  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
Enjoy one last morning game drive in the Northern Serengeti, searching for any action you might have missed. After a leisurely brunch at camp, begin your journey south towards the Central Serengeti (Seronera). This drive offers a chance to see the changing landscape of the park and more fantastic game viewing en route. The Central Serengeti is renowned for its year-round wildlife concentrations and dramatic granite kopjes. You'll arrive at Into Wild Africa Tented Camp, your intimate base for exploring this rich region. An afternoon game drive in the Seronera River Valley might reveal leopards resting in sausage trees, cheetahs scanning the plains for prey, and large prides of lions. Enjoy the vibrant energy of the central plains before returning to your camp for a final night in the wild.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha.
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: No Accommodation
Ngorongoro Crater
  • 7m
  • Admission ticket included
After an early breakfast, you bid farewell to the Serengeti and drive towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Your final destination is the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. You'll descend the steep walls into this 260 km² Eden, which is home to an astonishing density of wildlife, including the rare black rhino. Enjoy a spectacular final game drive on the crater floor, often called "Africa's Garden of Eden." The crater offers a high chance of seeing the Big Five in a single, breathtaking setting. After your exploration, you will ascend the crater rim and begin your journey back to Arusha, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your departure, filled with a lifetime of memories.

Location

Activity location
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    Tarangire National Park
    • Babati Rural, Babati Rural, Tanzania
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Tarangire National Park
    • Babati Rural, Babati Rural, Tanzania

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