Serengeti Great Migration 5 Days Mara River crossing

Day 1: Day 1 : Arusha - Ngorongoro Crater

1. Ngorongoro Conservation Area
   9h
   driver will pick you up from your Hotel in Arusha, with picnic lunch en route to a full day Ngorongoro Crater tour. You will be taken 2000ft down the crater by a 4wheel drive vehicle, explore the crater before ascending and drive to your Lodge set on a crater rim. The Ngorongoro Crater is often called ‘Africa’s Eden’ and the ‘8th Natural Wonder of the World,’ a visit to the crater is a main drawcard for tourists coming to Tanzania and a definite world-class attraction.
   
   The Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) is home of Ngorongoro Crater. It was formed some 2.5 million years ago from a volcanic mountain sinking due to inactivity, and was initially thought to be higher than Tanzania’s famous Kilimanjaro. The crater has evolved into a unique and integral part of Tanzania’s eco-system. The crater is actually a caldera, measures 22.5 km’s across and the rim walls stand 600m high. Views from within and from the rim are breathtaking. In the evening, back to the lodge for dinner .

Day 2: Day 2 :Ngorongoro - Serengeti National Park (Central Serengeti)

1. Serengeti National Park
   9h
   Rise early to the symphony of the African bush and enjoy a hearty breakfast before setting out on a full-day game drive across the Serengeti plains. Your expert guide will navigate through the vast grasslands, woodlands, and kopjes, in search of the migrating herds and the predators that follow in their wake. Keep your camera ready as you encounter an incredible array of wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, and more. In the evening, return to your accommodation for a delicious dinner and a chance to relax under the starlit sky.

Day 3: Day 3 :Serengeti National Park (North Mara)

1. Serengeti National Park
   9h
   After breakfast at the Camp, depart with your picnic lunch for a game drive and to view the great migration.
   
   Serengeti national Park -Resident wildlife numbers are exceptionally high in the Wagakuria area, with prides of lion 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 - to actually find a crossing is very difficult and is sometimes a matter of luck.

Day 4: Day 4 :Serengeti National Park (North Mara)

1. Serengeti National Park
   9h
   After breakfast, enjoy a full day of game dive at the Mara River viewing the great migration river crossing. In the evening, back to the camp for the evening bonfire, dinner and overnight.
   
   River crossings at Kogatende start to occur every day in August as the mega herd settles into the area. From August to October, game viewing up here is superb with river crossings pretty much guaranteed every day. There is no distinct movement as the herds tend to cross back and forth over the river, following the rains and subsequent fresh grasses. It is not uncommon to see different herds crossing in different directions on the same day.

Day 5: Day 5 :Serengeti National Park - Departure

1. Arusha
   Pass by
   As your Serengeti Great Migration Safari comes to an end, savor a final game drive through the park, bidding farewell to the wildlife and landscapes that have captured your heart. After breakfast, you'll be transferred back to the Kogatende Airstrip or your flight to Arusha. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro airport for your home flight.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness