11 Days Great Migration River Crossing Safari
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day safari through Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit, featuring Tarangire, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater. With several days in the Northern Serengeti, this itinerary offers an excellent opportunity to witness the spectacular Great Migration and the dramatic Mara River crossings.
Inclusions
- Accommodation throughout the safari as specified in the itinerary.
- All meals during the safari (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner).
- Transportation in a private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing and photography.
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide.
- All scheduled game drives as outlined in the itinerary.
- Park entrance and conservation fees for all national parks and conservation areas visited.
- Ngorongoro Crater descent fee.
- Unlimited bottled drinking water during game drives.
- Government taxes and VAT applicable at the time of booking.
Exclusions
- International flights
- Tanzania visa fees.
- Tips and gratuities for the driver-guide, lodge staff.
- Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and premium beverages unless included by the accommodation.
- Personal expenses, including laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs, and items of a personal nature.
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any increase in park fees, taxes, or government levies imposed after the booking has been confirmed.
Details
11 Days Great Migration River Crossing Safari
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by Usari Safaris and Tours Transfer driver and depart to your hotel in Arusha. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax and prepare for your safari adventure. Dinner and over night at
Mount Meru Hotel Arusha (BB)
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📍 Arusha
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After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive through one of Tanzania's most scenic parks, famous for its large elephant herds, giant baobab trees, and abundant wildlife, in the evening you will drive to Kararu for dinner and overnight at
Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge (BLD)
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📍 Karatu, Arusha
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Travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and continue into Serengeti National Park. Enjoy game viewing en route as you make your way to Central Serengeti and leter to your lodge for dinner and overnight at
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge (BLD)
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📍 Serengeti National Park
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After breakfast, you check out and depart for an en route game drive, continue north toward the Mara River region. Wildlife sightings increase as you follow the migration route into the Northern Serengeti. Overnight in Northern Serengeti. Dinner and overnight at
Mara Mara Tented Lodge (BLD)
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📍 Northern Serengeti
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Spend the day exploring the Mara River area, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather during the migration season. With patience and a bit of luck, you may witness the dramatic river crossings while predators wait nearby. Dinner and overnight at
Mara Mara Tented Lodge (BLD)
Enjoy another full day of game drives around the Mara River and surrounding plains. Your guide will track wildlife movements to maximize your chances of witnessing migration activity and predator interactions. Dinner and overnight at
Mara Mara Tented Lodge (BLD)
Continue exploring different sections of the Northern Serengeti. Besides the migration, the region offers excellent resident wildlife including lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and hyenas. Dinner and overnight at
Mara Mara Tented Lodge (BLD)
Drive back toward Central Serengeti with game drives along the way. This region is renowned for its year round abundance of wildlife, particularly large cats and resident herbivores. Dinner anad over overnight at
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge (BLD)
After breakfast, travel to Ngorongoro Crater and descend to the crater floor for a full-day game drive. Home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, the crater offers an excellent chance to spot the endangered black rhino alongside lions, elephants, buffalo, and hippos. Dinner anad overnight at
Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge (BLD)
Visit Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive. The park is known for its groundwater forests, flamingos, tree climbing lions, and diverse birdlife, after you will drive back to Arusha in the afternoon for your final overnight stay at
Mount Meru Hotel Arusha (BB)
After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight, bringing your unforgettable Great Migration safari to a close.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Planning your Tanzania safari? Here are answers to the questions we receive most often. If you need further assistance, our travel specialists are always happy to help.
Absolutely. Every Usari Safaris itinerary is tailor-made and can be customized to match your travel dates, interests, accommodation preferences, budget, and pace of travel. Whether you're planning a honeymoon, family holiday, luxury safari, or adventure expedition, we'll create an itinerary that perfectly suits your needs.
Most safari packages include accommodation, private transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle, professional English-speaking safari guide, park entrance fees (where specified), meals as indicated in the itinerary, and scheduled activities. Please refer to the specific itinerary for complete inclusions.
No. International and domestic flights are only included if specifically mentioned in the itinerary or quotation. We can assist you with flight recommendations and bookings upon request.
Tanzania is a year-round safari destination. The best time depends on your interests, whether it's witnessing the Great Migration, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, enjoying a beach holiday in Zanzibar, or experiencing exceptional wildlife viewing during the dry season.
Yes. Combining a wildlife safari with a relaxing Zanzibar beach holiday is one of our most popular experiences. We can tailor a seamless itinerary that includes Tanzania's national parks and the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar.
Most visitors require a visa to enter Tanzania. Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. Our travel consultants will guide you through the visa application process before your departure.
We recommend packing lightweight clothing, a light jacket for cool mornings and evenings, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, camera equipment, binoculars, insect repellent, and any personal medications.
We use specially designed 4×4 safari vehicles equipped with pop-up roofs for wildlife viewing, comfortable seating, charging ports, and driven by experienced professional safari guides to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey.
Yes. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellation, baggage, and evacuation to ensure peace of mind throughout your journey.
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