Tanzania Wildebeest Migration
River Crossing / Fly in Safari
TRIP DURATION
4 Days
BEST TIME TO GO
year-round destination
TRIP TYPE
Wildlife Safari / Culture
DESTINATIONS
Serengeti
Tanzania Wildebeest Migration
Have the most amazing trip of your life, where you will experience the wildebeest migration first hand. This 4 day journey takes you to the daily active spots where the wildebeest migration is active in Mara River/ Grumeti River in Serengeti National Park from June to October.
Explore the wide open plains of Tanzania and experience an amazing adventure: the Wildebeest Migration. Spend four days right in the middle of the excitement as millions of wildebeests, zebras, and other animals move across the Serengeti, looking for better grazing spots.
YOUR SAFARI INCLUDES
- 3 days exploring Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
- 2 nights’ accommodations in a tented camp/lodges
- Full board meals
- Free Airport pickup and drop off
- A professional tour guide-driver
- All parks entrances fees and concessions fees
- Transportation with 4×4 safari vehicles with an opened roof
- Guaranteed window seat for photographing
- Mineral water
- Other dietary requirements on request
TanzaniaWildebeest Migration INCLUDES
- 4 days great migration flying in safari
- 3 nights’ accommodations in a tented camp/lodges
- Free Airport pickup and drop off
- A professional tour guide-driver
- All parks entrances fees and concession ns fees
- Transportation with 4×4 safari vehicles with an opened roof
- Guaranteed window seat for photographing
- Mineral water
- Other dietary requirements on request
TanzaniaWildebeest Migration EXCLUDES
- Guide gratitude / tips recommended US$ 20/ person/ day
- Items of a personal nature
- Additional Accommodation before and after the safari
- Domestic and international flights
- Alcohol & soft drinks
- Government imposed increases of taxes or park fees
- Travel insurance and visas
SAFARI OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
- Balloon ride US $550 per person
TanzaniaWildebeest Migration Itinerary
Day By Day
Day 1: Arusha to northern Serengeti/ Western Serengeti
Scheduled flight from Arusha Airport to Kogatende / Grumeti airstrip, upon arrival you will be met with our safari guide staff and transfer to your camp.
Arrive for check in and lunch. Afternoon game drive until sunset, enjoy your first day with the migration with your meals.
Accommodations
Luxury: Lemala Kuria Hill / Mara Mara Tented Lodge
Midrange: Gnu Migration Camp / Mara Heritage Tented Camp
Day 2: Mara / Grumeti River and the migration
Spend the whole day in Serengeti National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives. Wait in anticipation for the energy to build up and finally the herds to cross. Meals and overnight.
Accommodations
Luxury: Lemala Kuria Hill / Mara Mara Tented Lodge
Midrange: Gnu Migration Camp / Mara Heritage Tented Camp
Day 3: The migration and some time to explore the plains
Spend the whole day in Serengeti National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives. Explore the plains for cheetah, lion and leopard whilst waiting for the herds to cross, enjoy the beauty of Kuria Hills and the migration. Meals and overnight.
Accommodations:
Luxury: Lemala Kuria Hill / Mara Mara Tented Lodge
Midrange: Gnu Migration Camp / Mara Heritage Tented Camp
Day 4: End of Dream African Safari;
After breakfast, check out and enjoy your last game drive to Kogatende airstrip or Grumeti Airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Arusha. Upon arrival In Arusha we transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight back home.
Accommodations
No Accommodations (End of safari)
Mara River
The Mara River Great Migration is truly amazing! Each year, millions of animals like wildebeest and zebras travel across the Mara River. They do this to find better places to eat. It all happens in Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve and Tanzania's Serengeti National Park. This shows how strong nature is and how tough animals can be
Flowing through the heart of East Africa's famous savannas, the Mara River is super important for both animals and local people. It starts in the Mau Escarpment in Kenya and then goes southwest into Tanzania before ending up in Lake Victoria. It's home to lots of different plants and animals and plays a big part in the Great Migration, where tons of animals move around for food and stuff.
The Mara River is a big deal because:
Home to Lots of Wildlife: It's like a lifeline for animals in the Maasai Mara and Serengeti areas. From tall giraffes to sneaky crocodiles, everyone depends on the river to live.
Part of the Great Migration: Every year, millions of wildebeest and zebras cross the river during the Great Migration. They face dangers from predators, but it's all part of nature's plan.
Experience the Amazing Grumeti River Great Migration
In the heart of Africa's wild lands, there's a sight that's truly breathtaking - the Grumeti River Great Migration. This incredible event happens when millions of wildebeests, zebras, and other plant-eaters make a risky journey across East Africa's vast plains, all to find better food. Let's explore this amazing happening and see how important the Grumeti River is for these majestic animals.
The Grumeti River: Helping Wildlife Survive:
Flowing through Tanzania's famous Serengeti National Park, the Grumeti River is like a lifeline for many animals. It gives them water and food, making a perfect home for lots of different plants and creatures. But during the Great Migration, it becomes even more special, being the main stage for one of nature's greatest shows.
The Great Migration Begins:
Each year, when the dry season starts in the Serengeti, huge groups of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles gather to search for food and water. When things get tough, they feel a strong urge to move, starting a big journey across the land. It's not easy - they face rough terrain and big challenges along the way.
The Grumeti River's Challenge:
When the migration is at its busiest, the Grumeti River becomes a big obstacle the animals have to overcome. It's more than 120 kilometers long and full of dangers like crocodiles and fast currents. Crossing it is a real test of survival, separating the brave from the cautious as they aim for safety on the other side.
Dramatic Moments:
Watching the animals cross the Grumeti River is like watching a thrilling drama unfold. Thousands of them gather on the riverbanks, hesitating before taking the plunge. You can hear the sound of hooves and the calls of predators, all creating a tense atmosphere. But in a whirl of movement, the herds push forward, mixing together in a wild dance of life and death.
The Circle of Life:
Despite all the chaos, there's something beautiful and resilient about the scene. In the struggle to survive, life continues - babies are born, and some animals don't make it. As the last ones reach safety, the river calms down again, showing us this timeless cycle of nature that repeats year after year.