14 Days Great Migration Safari & Beach Experience

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$3,200

Tour Overview

This 14-day adventure blends northern Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes and wildlife with a cultural and coastal finale in Zanzibar. Begin in Arusha, exploring lush forests and volcanic views in Arusha National Park, then venture to Tarangire and Lake Manyara for immersive game drives. Discover the stark beauty of Lake Natron and its flamingo-lined shores before heading into the legendary Serengeti, split between the north (for river crossings and migration herds) and central plains. After exploring the Ngorongoro Crater, fly to Zanzibar, unwinding in historic Stone Town and the white-sand beaches of Nungwi.

Day by day

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet your safari guide and transfer to your lodge in Arusha for dinner and rest.

Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Arusha National Park

Enjoy a full-day visit to Arusha National Park. Take a scenic game drive and a walking safari accompanied by an armed ranger. Expect giraffes, monkeys, buffalo, and views of Mount Meru.

Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Drive to Tarangire, known for its baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a game drive along the Tarangire River. Optional Maasai boma visit en route.

Accommodation: Tarangire Simba Lodge / Sangaiwe Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park

Short drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Explore its diverse ecosystems: forest, lake, and escarpment. Look out for tree-climbing lions, hippos, and flamingos. Optional cycling or village tour in Mto wa Mbu.

Accommodation: Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Manyara – Lake Natron

Travel off-the-beaten-path to Lake Natron, passing dramatic escarpments and remote Maasai villages. Sunset walk to the lake to see thousands of lesser flamingos.

Accommodation: Lake Natron Camp / Africa Safari Natron
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Waterfall Hike & Cultural Visit

Hike to the Ngare Sero Waterfalls, cooling off in natural pools. Later, visit a Maasai boma to learn about their traditions, livestock culture, and crafts.

Accommodation: Lake Natron Camp / Africa Safari Natron
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Natron – Northern Serengeti (Kogatende)

Journey through the northern corridor into Kogatende, arriving in time for a game drive. Look for wildebeest crossings at the Mara River and big predators.

Accommodation: Mara Under Canvas / Heritage Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Full Day – Northern Serengeti

Spend the day following the Great Migration, or tracking lions, cheetahs, and elephants. Flexibility in game drive timing for best sightings.

Accommodation: Mara Under Canvas / Heritage Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9: Northern – Central Serengeti

Drive south into Central Serengeti, with game viewing en route. Explore Seronera Valley, famous for resident big cats, especially leopards and lions.

Accommodation: Kati Kati Tented Camp / Serengeti Heritage Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10: Full Day in Central Serengeti

Continue wildlife exploration with morning and afternoon game drives. Optional hot air balloon safari for a bird’s-eye view of the plains.

Accommodation: Kati Kati Tented Camp / Serengeti Heritage Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 11: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive as you exit the Serengeti. Arrive in the Ngorongoro Highlands in the afternoon.

Accommodation:Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 12: Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Fly to Zanzibar (Stone Town)

Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day safari in the world’s largest intact caldera. After lunch, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar. Arrive and transfer to Stone Town.

Accommodation: Tembo House Hotel / Dhow Palace
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 13: Stone Town – Nungwi Beach

Explore Stone Town with a guided historical walking tour, then transfer to Nungwi on the northern coast, known for its white sand and clear waters.

Accommodation: Nungwi Dreams by Mantis / Z Hotel Zanzibar
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 14: Zanzibar – Beach & Departure

Enjoy a morning swim or stroll along the beach. Optional snorkelling, diving, or visit to a spice farm. Transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for departure.

Meals: Breakfast