Experience the animals up close
Arusha – Arusha National Park – Tarangire National Park – Lake Manyara National Park – Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti National Park
Duration: |
12 days |
Travel Period: |
whole year |
Location: |
Northern Tanzania |
Minimum age: |
no restrictions |
Group: |
none (private safari) |
Experience Tanzania up close
Locals will accompany you on your journey!
This trip follows the world’s most famous animal migration of millions of wildebeest, zebras and antelopes from the south to the north of the Serengeti and back again (UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site). With the help of the monthly migration overview, you can see when you want to book your trip and where the millions of animals are at that moment. You will experience an unforgettable trip, for example visiting the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater (UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site), getting to know nature and Tanzanian culture and spotting many wild animals.
The birthplace of the animals takes place in the period from January to March in the south of the Serengeti. Almost 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras and antelopes are in the southern Serengeti – the Ndutu area – during this period, along with many other animals such as lions, cheetahs and leopards. Births of 8,000 animals per day take place in January and February, after which the migration starts in March going northwards. Off-road safaris are permitted in the Ndutu area.
In the period from April to June, animal migration has moved further north, and millions of animals migrate towards the centre and west of the Serengeti.
From July to September the migration continues northward, with millions of wildebeest, zebras and other animals having to cross a large river, the worldwide-famous “river crossing”. If you would like to book your trip during this period, then after a certain point the order of the trip will be different than in the period from January to July. This is stated below in the travel programme.
In the period from October to December the migratory herd moves back south.
Please contact us for further information.
Detailed travel schedule December – March
Day 1
Day 2:
Additional activities:
(Prices on request! Please note that some activities require an additional overnight stay.)
- A city tour of Arusha (approx. 2 hours)
- A hike to the Napuru waterfall: Hike through a beautiful rainforest at the foot of Mount Meru to a stunning waterfall. You will discover monkeys, extraordinary birds, chameleons and many butterflies (approx. 2 hours)
- By canoe on Lake Duluti or Lake Momella, Arusha National Park (2.5 hours): On the water in a canoe there are many extraordinary birds to discover, such as kingfishers, ospreys, hundreds of cattle egrets, the snake bird, flamingos and many more.
- Hiking tours up to Mount Meru (one day or 3-4 days with porters)
- Arusha Coffee Plantage Tour (half day): You will visit a small coffee plantation of a local farmer. You will be shown the process of making a fair-trade coffee. All topped off with a local lunch and of course a delicious cup of coffee
- Mount Meru Waterfall Walk (3-4 hours)
Please specify any additional activities you would like when requesting a quote!
Day 3
Day 4:
Day 5:
Day 6:
Day 7:
Serena Lodge Serengeti is very involved in wildlife conservation, education and local community projects. They work with organizations such as Soap of Hope, the Serengeti National Park authorities, the Sea Turtle Conservation Project and many more.
Day 8:
Day 9:
Day 10:
Day 11:
Day 12:
This morning you will drive back to Arusha (approximately 3-4 hours). Either extend your holiday with a few days on Zanzibar or fly back home.
Additional activities
Day 2:
- A city tour of Arusha with a visit to the Maasai Market and the Cultural Heritage Centre (half day)
- The Napuru waterfall trail: Hike through a beautiful rainforest at the foot of Mount Meru to a stunning waterfall. You will discover monkeys, extraordinary birds, chameleons, and many butterflies (approx. 2 hours)
- By canoe on Lake Duluti or Lake Momella, Arusha National Park (2.5 hours): On the water in a canoe there are many extraordinary birds to discover, such as kingfishers, ospreys, hundreds of cattle egrets, the snake bird, flamingos and many more
- Hiking tours up to Mount Meru (day tour or 3-4 days with porters)
- Arusha Coffee Plantation Tour (half day): You will visit a small coffee plantation owned by a local farmer. You will be shown the entire process of fair-trade coffee production. You will also receive a local meal and of course a delicious cup of coffee
- Mount Meru waterfall hike (3-4 hours)
Day 3:
- Safari hike with a ranger (1.5 to 2 hours)
- Visit to the Tanzanian Elephant Foundation Research Center with a lecture on elephant conservation
- Night safari
Day 4:
These tours can be done by bike, on foot or by tuk tuk.
- Visit to the rice fields near Mto wa Mbu
- Bike ride to Lake Manyara. Along the way you may see wildlife or meet local fishermen at the lake
- Mto wa Mbu Village Tour: This tour shows you how the 120 different tribes live together. You will visit the Chagga Chagga tribes, where you can taste banana beer, and the Makonde tribe from Mozambique will show you how they process wood
Day 5:
- On the way to the Ndutu area we can stop at a Maasai village. You can sit together outside with the Maasai, talk to them and see how they live
- Visit the Hadzabe – one of the last nomadic people on earth. You can spend the whole day with the Hadzabe, hunt with them and join their daily activities! An extra day has to be planned for this incredible experience because – instead of entering the Ngorongoro Conservation Area – you first drive towards Lake Eyasi, where the Hadzabe usually stay
Day 6:
- Hot air balloon flight
- Night safari
- Hike with a ranger in the Ndutu area
Day 8:
- Hot air balloon flight
- Night safari
Day 11:
- Hike into the Empakaai Crater (an additional day is required)
Please specify any additional activities you would like when requesting a quote!
Safari special options:
Combine your trip with walking safaris, golf adventures, riding safaris, romantic honeymoon experiences or the company of a professional photographer. Your safari, perfectly tailored to you!
Prices
7 days per person starting from EUR 4.500
Please note that the prices shown are indicative and are valid only for a 7-day period in low season. Prices may be influenced by additional requests, activities, alternative accommodation or travel period. For an exact, non-binding quote, simply contact us.
What is included in the price?
- Pickup from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) and transfer to accommodation
- All nights in the hotels / lodges / tented camps
- Full board, excl. beverages
- Game drives through the national parks
- Private open roof 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser specifically designed for safari game drives
- Private guide in your local language for the duration of your safari
- Parking fees for all national parks listed
- Drinking water, coffee, tea and snacks in our safari vehicle
What is not included in the price?
- Intercontinental flights (bookings of intercontinental flights are possible on request)
- Additional activities (price on request)
- Visa fees (USD 50 per person)
- Drinks in the hotels, lodges and tented camps
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Insurance (e.g. travel insurance and trip cancellation insurance)
- Any vaccinations and AMREF Flying Doctors
- Flight to Zanzibar, overnight stays and activities in Zanzibar (prices on request)
Please specify any additional activities or changes you would like when requesting a quote!
Detailed travel programme June – October
Day 1:
Day 2:
Additional activities:
(Prices on request! Please note that some activities require an additional overnight stay.)
- A city tour of Arusha (approx. 2 hours)
- A hike to the Napuru waterfall: Hike through a beautiful rainforest at the foot of Mount Meru to a stunning waterfall. You will discover monkeys, extraordinary birds, chameleons and many butterflies (approx. 2 hours)
- By canoe on Lake Duluti or Lake Momella, Arusha National Park (2.5 hours): On the water in a canoe there are many extraordinary birds to discover, such as kingfishers, ospreys, hundreds of cattle egrets, the snake bird, flamingos and many more.
- Hiking tours up to Mount Meru (one day or 3-4 days with porters)
- Arusha Coffee Plantage Tour (half day): You will visit a small coffee plantation of a local farmer. You will be shown the process of making a fair-trade coffee. All topped off with a local lunch and of course a delicious cup of coffee
- Mount Meru Waterfall Walk (3-4 hours)
Please specify any additional activities you would like when requesting a quote!
Day 3:
Day 4:
Day 5:
Day 6:
Day 7:
Serena Lodge Serengeti is very involved in wildlife conservation, education and local community projects. They work with organizations such as Soap of Hope, the Serengeti National Park authorities, the Sea Turtle Conservation Project and many more.
Day 8:
Day 9:
Day 10:
Day 11:
Day 12:
This morning you will drive back to Arusha (approximately 3-4 hours). Either extend your holiday with a few days on Zanzibar or fly back home.
Additional activities
Day 2:
- A city tour of Arusha with a visit to the Maasai Market and the Cultural Heritage Centre (half day)
- The Napuru waterfall trail: Hike through a beautiful rainforest at the foot of Mount Meru to a stunning waterfall. You will discover monkeys, extraordinary birds, chameleons, and many butterflies (approx. 2 hours)
- By canoe on Lake Duluti or Lake Momella, Arusha National Park (2.5 hours): On the water in a canoe there are many extraordinary birds to discover, such as kingfishers, ospreys, hundreds of cattle egrets, the snake bird, flamingos and many more
- Hiking tours up to Mount Meru (day tour or 3-4 days with porters)
- Arusha Coffee Plantation Tour (half day): You will visit a small coffee plantation owned by a local farmer. You will be shown the entire process of fair-trade coffee production. You will also receive a local meal and of course a delicious cup of coffee
- Mount Meru waterfall hike (3-4 hours)
Day 3:
- Safari hike with a ranger (1.5 to 2 hours)
- Visit to the Tanzanian Elephant Foundation Research Center with a lecture on elephant conservation
- Night safari
Day 4:
These tours can be done by bike, on foot or by tuk tuk.
- Visit to the rice fields near Mto wa Mbu
- Bike ride to Lake Manyara. Along the way you may see wildlife or meet local fishermen at the lake
- Mto wa Mbu Village Tour: This tour shows you how the 120 different tribes live together. You will visit the Chagga Chagga tribes, where you can taste banana beer, and the Makonde tribe from Mozambique will show you how they process wood
Day 11:
- Hike to the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano
Please specify any additional activities you would like when requesting a quote!
Safari special options:
Combine your trip with walking safaris, golf adventures, riding safaris, romantic honeymoon experiences or the company of a professional photographer. Your safari, perfectly tailored to you!
Prices
7 days per person starting from EUR 4.500
Please note that the prices shown are indicative and are valid only for a 7-day period in low season. Prices may be influenced by additional requests, activities, alternative accommodation or travel period. For an exact, non-binding quote, simply contact us.
What is included in the price?
- Pickup from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) and transfer to accommodation
- All nights in the hotels / lodges / tented camps
- Full board, excl. beverages
- Game drives through the national parks
- Private open roof 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser specifically designed for safari game drives
- Private guide in your local language for the duration of your safari
- Parking fees for all national parks listed
- Drinking water, coffee, tea and snacks in our safari vehicle
What is not included in the price?
- Intercontinental flights (bookings of intercontinental flights are possible on request)
- Additional activities (price on request)
- Visa fees (USD 50 per person)
- Drinks in the hotels, lodges and tented camps
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Insurance (e.g. travel insurance and trip cancellation insurance)
- Any vaccinations and AMREF Flying Doctors
- Flight to Zanzibar, overnight stays and activities in Zanzibar (prices on request)
Please specify any additional activities or changes you would like when requesting a quote!
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