9 Day Tanzania Safari Vacation – Wildebeest Migration Experience
This 9-day safari is specially designed to give you the best chance of witnessing the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti National Park. Depending on the season, the itinerary strategically focuses on the most active migration areas, including Central and Northern Serengeti.
Explore Tanzania’s top parks, including Tarangire National Park and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, while enjoying unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Safari Highlights
- High chance to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration
- Optional viewing of Mara River crossings (seasonal)
- Extended stay in Serengeti National Park
- Game drives in Tarangire National Park
- Visit Ngorongoro Crater
- The Big Five
- Incredible landscapes and photography opportunities
Itinerary
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport. Transfer to your hotel in Arusha.
Safari briefing and relaxation.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Arusha
Drive to Tarangire National Park.
Enjoy a full-day game drive with elephants, lions, and baobab landscapes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge/Camp
Drive via Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti National Park (Central Serengeti).
Game viewing en route.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tented camp
Full-day game drive focused on tracking the migration herds.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp
Continue exploring the Serengeti.
Seasonal movement strategy:
- Dec–Mar: Southern Serengeti (calving season)
- Jun–Oct: Northern Serengeti (river crossings)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp
Another full day following the migration and predators.
Optional hot air balloon safari
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp
Morning game drive, then transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge near crater rim
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
Enjoy dense wildlife populations including lions, rhinos, and hippos.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge
Drive back to Arusha for drop-off at hotel or airport.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch