Excellent opportunities to spot the “Big Five”

8-Day Great Migration & Crater Safari

This carefully designed safari combines spectacular wildlife viewing, breathtaking landscapes, and immersive wilderness experiences across Tanzania’s world-famous Northern Safari Circuit.

Experience the ultimate African safari adventure on this unforgettable 8-day journey through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations: Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, and Lake Manyara National Park. This carefully designed safari combines spectacular wildlife viewing, breathtaking landscapes, and immersive wilderness experiences across Tanzania’s world-famous Northern Safari Circuit.

From the giant elephant herds and ancient baobab trees of Tarangire to the wildlife-rich floor of the Ngorongoro Crater, the endless plains of Serengeti filled with predators and migration herds, and the lush Rift Valley forests of Lake Manyara, every day offers remarkable scenery and unforgettable encounters with Africa’s incredible wildlife. Spending two days exploring the Ngorongoro area allows for a more relaxed pace and deeper exploration of this extraordinary volcanic ecosystem.

With professional safari guides, comfortable 4×4 safari vehicles, handpicked lodge or tented camp accommodations, delicious meals, and excellent organization from Kilimanjaro Raven Company, this safari delivers the perfect combination of comfort, adventure, wildlife encounters, and authentic African safari experiences.

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ARRIVAL DAY

Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by the Kilimanjaro Raven Company team and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, relax and prepare for your safari adventure.

In the evening, enjoy a safari briefing from your guide who will explain the itinerary and answer any questions before the safari begins.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Hotel in Arusha
DAY 1

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart Arusha and drive toward Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. Tarangire is famous for its giant baobab trees, large elephant populations, and beautiful savannah landscapes.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park while surrounded by spectacular wilderness scenery before continuing your afternoon game drive through open plains, river valleys, and acacia woodlands. Later, drive to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Lodge / Camp
DAY 2

Tarangire – Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast, depart Tarangire and drive toward the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, enjoy scenic landscapes, Maasai villages, and breathtaking views across the Great Rift Valley region.

Arrive in the Ngorongoro area for a relaxed afternoon with optional nature walks, cultural visits, or simply enjoying the cool highland atmosphere. Spend the evening relaxing at your lodge preparing for the crater safari.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Lodge / Camp
DAY 3

Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari

After an early breakfast, descend approximately 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. The crater floor supports lions, elephants, buffaloes, and the endangered black rhinoceros.

Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool surrounded by breathtaking volcanic scenery before exploring forests, lakes, and swamps within the crater. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Lodge / Camp
DAY 4

Ngorongoro Highlands – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The scenic drive passes through beautiful highland landscapes and Maasai countryside before entering the Serengeti ecosystem.

Begin your first exciting game drive across the endless plains known for abundant wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch en route while continuing your game drive toward your lodge or tented camp.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Lodge / Camp
DAY 5

Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring different regions of the Serengeti. Depending on the season, your guide will take you to the best locations for predator sightings and migration activity.

Witness spectacular wildlife interactions including lions hunting across the plains and cheetahs scanning the savannah. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon wildlife exploration.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Lodge / Camp
DAY 6

Serengeti National Park Safari

Continue exploring the endless plains of Serengeti with another exciting full-day game drive. This additional day provides more opportunities to search for wildlife and witness migration herds seasonally.

Your guide will focus on locating predators and river crossings in remote sections of the park. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before returning to your accommodation in the evening.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Lodge / Camp
DAY 7

Serengeti – Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti before departing toward Lake Manyara National Park. Upon arrival, begin an afternoon game drive through lush groundwater forests and lakeshore habitats.

Search for elephants, giraffes, and the famous tree-climbing lions. Lake Manyara is also renowned for its exceptional birdlife. Later in the afternoon, drive to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Lodge / Camp
DAY 8

Lake Manyara – Return to Arusha

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning with a short game drive or lodge leisure time before beginning the return journey to Arusha. Along the drive, enjoy scenic views of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.

Arrive in Arusha in the afternoon where your safari adventure with Kilimanjaro Raven Company concludes. No accommodation is provided for this final night.

— Accommodation: No Accommodation
DEPARTURE DAY

Farewell from Tanzania

Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward departure. Travelers wishing to continue with Mount Kilimanjaro trekking or Zanzibar beach holidays can arrange seamless extensions with Kilimanjaro Raven Company.

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Trek Includes

  • Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Park entrance fees and government taxes
  • Ngorongoro Crater service fees
  • Accommodation during safari
  • All meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Drinking water during safari
  • Game drives in all parks
  • Airport transfers
  • Fuel and safari logistics
  • First aid kit and emergency support

Trek Excludes

  • International and domestic flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Tips for safari guide and lodge staff
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Additional accommodation before or after safari

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Tour Price From

$ 4,770

Per person, based on double occupancy

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