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7 Days Great Migration River Crossing (July-Oct)

  • 7 Days
  • Northern Parks

This is a very special tour that concentrates in the Serengeti, to follow the Great Migration. You will spend at least 3 nights in the park, one in the Central Area (the largest concentration of big cats) and two where the Migration will be taking place depending on the time of the year. We have designed this particular tour so that you get to finish the safari in the world Heritage site of the Ngorongoro Crater where you will get the opportunity to witness the Big 5.

Full Itinerary

Upon your arrival into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), and after clearing customs and immigration, you will be met by your Joica Tours And Safaris representative who will transfer you to your chosen accommodation in Arusha.Overnight will be at your accommodation awaiting for your safari on the following day..

Accommodation Levels: On (Bed & Breakfast)

  • Mid-Range: Arusha Planet Lodge
  • Luxury: The AFrican Tulip Hotel
  • Premium: Gran Melia Arusha

After an early breakfast, we depart for Tarangire National Park. The Park is named after the Tarangire River which runs through it. This ‘river of warthogs’ is the only source of water for wildlife in the region during the dry season. In places, the vegetation is quite dense, including elephant grass, acacia woodlands. The Park is well known for its elephant families, which can often be seen congregating by the river. You may also see giraffe, bushbuck and hartebeest. These animals are closely followed by a range of predators, including lions and leopards. There are more breeding species of birds found in Tarangire National Park than anywhere else on the planet. Tarangire is the best place to see these gentle giants in their natural habitat – from the adorable calves all the way up to the intimidating bulls After Lunch and an extensive game drive, we head to the Ngorongoro highlands arriving late afternoon for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation Levels: On Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

  • Mid-Range: Eileens Trees Inn
  • Luxury: Marera Valley Lodge
  • Premium: The Manor- Ngorongoro

Early morning after breakfast, we depart to Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti is truly spectacular. It is famous for its vast open grasslands which allow for excellent sightings of wildlife. The Serengeti is Tanzania’s oldest National Park and it is also one of the oldest ecosystems on earth. Its climate and vegetation have remained largely untouched for millions of years. Whilst the Serengeti boasts abundant wildlife, it is perhaps best known for the annual Great Migration. Vast numbers of wildebeest; accompanied by large numbers of zebra and antelope move in an annual pattern, constantly seeking fresh grazing. The precise timing of the Migration is entirely dependent upon the rainfall patterns each year.

After Lunch and an extensive game drive, we head for our Tented partner lodges for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation Levels: On Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

  • Mid-Range: Serengeti Heritage Camp
  • Luxury: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
  • Premium: Gran Melia Serengeti

After breakfast we head towards the far northern reaches of the Serengeti National Park, also known as the Wagakuria. We will do a game drive en-route from the Lobo area to the Wagakuria area. As we head north, good sightings of giraffe, plain game, herds of buffalo and elephants can often be seen. Whilst the Serengeti boasts abundant wildlife, it is perhaps best known for the annual Great Migration. Vast numbers of wildebeest; accompanied by large numbers of zebra and antelope move in an annual pattern, constantly seeking fresh grazing. The precise timing of the Migration is entirely dependent upon the rainfall patterns each year. During End of July to October the Migration can be found in the Northern Serengeti where they are crossing the Mara River following the greener pastures of Maasai Mara where the provide the Mara river resident Nile crocodiles with annual fist.

Accommodation Levels: On Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

  • Mid-Range: Intimate Camp Kogatende
  • Luxury: Serengeti River Camp
  • Premium: Kuria Hills Tented Camp

Early morning after breakfast, we continue with our en-route drive inside the Serengeti National Park before we depart to Ngorongoro crater. When you first see Ngorongoro Crater, it looks like a forgotten world. Concealed by the steep volcanic walls is a pristine wilderness including sweeping savannah, pockets of acacia woodland and glistening lakes and swamps.

Arriving at our accommodation in the late evening, we will have our dinner and overnight stay at one of our carefully selected lodge.

Accommodation Levels: On Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

  • Mid-Range: Rhino Lodge
  • Luxury: Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp
  • Premium: The Highlands Ngorongoro

After early breakfast, you will descend down the crater which is almost 600m deep.

The Crater was created when a large volcano exploded and collapsed in on itself two to three million years ago. It is famous for both its geological delights and for being a natural reserve which is home to some of the densest large mammal populations in the whole of the African continent. The drive down the into the Crater is an adventure in itself and when you reach the Crater floor, you quickly find yourself amongst large numbers of wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, and more than 500 bird species. The Crater provides you with the best chance of seeing the endangered black rhino, which can sometimes be spotted in the open grasslands.

After lunch and an extensive drive, we head straight to Arusha/ kilimanjaro International Airport which marks the end of your safari adventure with Joica Tours and Safaris.

Included and Excluded

  • All Nights Accommodation
  • Full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner) while on safari
  • A very high quality safari land cruiser with pop-up roof, fridge and charging socket
  • A highly experienced safari guide
  • Unlimited mineral water during the entire safari
  • All park fees for all the national parks
  • Unlimited game drives
  • 18% VAT ( Vallue Added Tax )
  • AMREF (Flying Doctors Insurance)
  • All transfers
  • 24/7 phone support during the entire trip from our office in Arusha
  • International flights
  • Tips
  • Visa fees
  • Alcoholic Drinks at your accommodation
  • Any other things not mentioned above

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  • Mr. Taylor Houston,
    15 February, 2024
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    We have return back from our safari and Kilimanjaro climb adventure Joica Tours did not dissapoint us as we had received great hospitality from day we landed Tanzania until we depart from this beautiful Country.

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    • Admin,
      19 Febraury, 2024

      Thanks for your review.

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  • Srileka Panday,
    05 January, 2024
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    Thank you for your amazing service for our journey to Tanzania. We will probably be back soon. see you Joica Tours Team.

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