10 Days Wildebeest River Crossing Tour

5.0 (1 reviews) Arusha, Tanzania
Duration10 days
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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

With this 10 days river crossing safari that takes you to Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara national parks, there are predators to be mindful of, including crocodiles in the river and lions and other large cats waiting to kill the weaker members of the herd on the opposite side. With taking part in the greatest herd migration of animals in the world, the sheer numbers of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelles are wonders in themselves.

It’s thrilling to see the daring river crossings, but you have to be patient to see this sight. From the Serengeti in Tanzania to the Masai Mara in Kenya, wildebeest might take hours up to whole days to traverse the Mara and Sand River. The herd is impatiently waiting for one of its members to physically take the lead.

What's included

  • Unlimited game mileage
  • Professional English-Speaking Driver guide
  • Park entry fees and Crater fees (24hrs single entry)
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Unlimited bottled drinking water during game viewing
  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Tips (Tipping guidance US$20 per person per day
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees,etc)
  • Alcohol drinks
  • Travel insurance and medical repatriation

What to expect

Day 1: Kilimanjaro International Airport - Arusha City
  1. Arusha
    8h
    Distance: 55km/1hrs drive
    On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport you will be and great by our transfer driver who will introduce to you about our beautiful country and then escort you to Arusha City in your chosen accommodation for evening rest to get ready for your next day adventure.
Day 2: Arusha City – Tarangire National Park (Manyara region)
  1. Tarangire National Park
    9h
    Distance: 120km/2hrs drive
    After breakfast we take a short pleasant morning drive to Tarangire National Park, Arrive at the gate our driver will do all the government procedures then proceed to Tarangire for a full day game drive in the park located slightly off the main safari route. Tarangire National Park is a lovely quiet park in Northern Tanzania most famous for its elephant migration, and birding safari with a quiet atmosphere.

    Accommodation: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Day 3: Tarangire - Lake Manyara National Park
  1. Lake Manyara National Park
    9h
    After breakfast we take a short pleasant morning drive to Lake Manyara, Manyara provides the perfect introduction to Tanzania’s birdlife. More than 400 species have been recorded, and even a first-time visitor to Africa might reasonably expect to observe 100 of these in one day. Inland of the floodplain, a narrow belt of acacia woodland is the favored haunt of Manyara’s legendary tree-climbing lions and impressively tusked elephants. In the evening drive to the hotel/lodge for evening rest.

    Accommodation: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
Day 4: Lake Manyara - Serengeti National Park (central - Seronera)
  1. Serengeti National Park
    9h
    Distance: 205km/4.50hrs drive
    After breakfast your driver will be ready to start your trip to our famous park Serengeti National Park ‘The Endless Plain” This Park is well-known for its healthy stock of resident wildlife, particularly the “Big Five”: Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, and Buffalo.

    Serengeti, a UNESCO world heritage site, is home to around 200,000 zebras, and 300,000 Thomson’s gazelles that join the wildebeests’ trek for fresh grazing. Listen to the exotic sounds of over 6 million hooves pounding the open plains of Serengeti just like how you imagined African wildlife to be. After a long day of Safari you will drive to your accommodation for evening leisure and overnight.

    Accommodation: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Day 5: Serengeti National Park (central-north)
  1. 9h · Admission ticket included
    Distance: 155km/5hrs drive
    After breakfast we depart to north Serengeti for wildebeest migration, Resident wildlife numbers are exceptionally high in the Wagakuria area, with prides of lion up to 30 strong, however, from July to October the area turns into a wildlife paradise. The key feature is the Mara River and it is not uncommon to see the herds cross the Mara River north on one day and then back south a few days later. Please take note – to actually finding a crossing is very difficult and is sometimes a matter of luck.

    Accommodation: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Day 6: Serengeti National Park (north-full day)
  1. Serengeti National Park
    9h
    After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in the Wagakuria area. Resident wildlife numbers are exceptionally high in this area of the park, with pride of lions up to 30 strong, however, from August to October the area turns into a wildlife paradise. The key feature is the Mara River and it is not uncommon to see the herds cross the Mara River north on one day and then back south a few days later. Please take note –Finding a crossing is very difficult and is sometimes a matter of luck. A herd can be seen next to river and only decide to cross or not cross until a couple of days later. This area is a stunning region with kopjes, woodland, riverine vegetation, and open plains, similar to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve.
Day 7: Serengeti National Park (north-central)
  1. Serengeti National Park
    9h
    Distance: 155km/5hrs drive
    After breakfast, we will have a full-day game drive in Central Serengeti. Apart from the large mammals, Serengeti is also home to gaudy agama lizards; Rock hyraxes scuffle around the surfaces of the park’s isolated granite koppies. Wide varieties of dung beetle were found, and around 500 bird species have been recorded ranging from the outsized ostrich and bizarre secretary bird of the open grassland to the black eagles that soar effortlessly above the Lobo Hills. Later in the evening drive to the camp for evening leisure and overnight.

    Accommodation: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
Day 8: Serengeti National Park (north-central)
  1. Serengeti National Park
    9h
    Distance: 155km/5hrs drive
    After breakfast, we will have a full day game drive in Central Serengeti. Apart from the large mammals, Serengeti is also home to gaudy agama lizards; Rock hyraxes scuffle around the surfaces of the park’s isolated granite koppies. Wide varieties of dung beetle were found, and around 500 bird species have been recoded ranging from the outsized ostrich and bizarre secretary bird of the open grassland, to the black eagles that soar effortlessly above the Lobo Hills. Later in the evening drive to the camp for evening leisure and overnight.

    Accommodation: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Day 9: Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater
  1. Serengeti National Park
    9h
    Distance: 145km/3.30hrs drive
    After breakfast, we take a short pleasant drive to Ngorongoro Conservation area, we will have an early morning game drive to Ngorongoro inside the Crater. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) is an extensive highland area along the eastern arm of the Rift Valley, with the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater as its focal point. Ngorongoro was established to conserve wildlife and other natural resources. It also safeguards the interests of indigenous people and promotes tourism. In the evening drive to the lodge for evening leisure and overnight.
Day 10: Karatu/Ngorongoro Conservation Area - Kilimanjaro International Airport
  1. Ngorongoro Conservation Area
    9h
    Distance: 245km/4hrs drive
    After breakfast, we head back to Arusha and pass by a shopping market on the way. After which, we will facilitate your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will pick you up at your accommodation of choice in Arusha or Moshi town.

End point

We will pick you up at your accommodation of choice in Arusha or Moshi town.

Pickup details

We meet up all travelers at their pick up location. So please share with us your Hotel or a pick up location for us to pick you up.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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