Tanzania
Jun-Nov: 8-Day Mid-Range Great Migration & Secrets of the Serengeti
2024:
$8,598 Group Departures
4 person minimum
$8,998 Go On Your Own
2 person minimum
Domestic flights required ~$1,498 p/p
Prices based on exchange rate as of Dec 2023
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Tanzania
Jun-Nov: 8-Day Mid-Range Great Migration & Secrets of the Serengeti
Destinations
- Kilimanjaro
- Tarangire National Park
- Silale Swamps
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Mara River
Highlights
- Unparalleled viewing of the fabled river crossings.
- Tarangire National Park, uncrowded and famous for its elephant migration and outstanding game.
Itinerary at a Glance
- DAY 1 Kilimanjaro
- DAY 2-3 Tarangire National Park
- DAY 4-7 Northern Serengeti National Park - Mara River Crossings
- DAY 8 Serengeti National Park / KIA, Home
Jun-Nov: 8-Day Mid-Range Great Migration & Secrets of the Serengeti
Detailed Itinerary
Your exact itinerary will vary slightly by month based on location of the great migration
JUN - NOV: Migration on the Northern Serengeti, Mara River Crossings
Day 1 Arrival Kilimanjaro
Upon arrival at KIA you will be picked up by a private driver who will meet you outside the airport doors with a sign with your name on it. Transfer to Ngare Sero Mountain lodge, an exceptionally lovely family-run lodge with a great atmosphere and very kind staff.
Overnight: Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge Full board, Double rooms
Day 2 & 3 Tarangire National Park
After breakfast you will be picked up by your private guide in your private vehicle and transfer to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large herds of Elephants and ancient Baobab trees. Options for walking safaris, night game drives and fly camping using a mobile camp, for a more intimate and authentic experience of the bush and wildlife.
Overnight: Chaka Kichuguu Camp Full Board (all meals and drinks included)
Day 4-7 Serengeti National Park – Mara River Crossings
Explore the Central Serengeti, famous for its population of big cats including lions and cheetah and an area where great migration passes through twice a year. After a morning game drive, transfer to Kuro airstrip for an 11.10am flight to Kogatende airstrip, arriving around 12.45pm. The coming 4 days you will explore this amazing area right by the Mara River with a resident guide of Chaka Camp in an open safari vehicle. You’ll have the chance to see the famous river crossings, with thousands of wildebeest and zebra braving the crocodile-infested waters, and so much more, including rhino, leopard, and cheetah. Overnight at Chaka Camp, which has spectacular views and amazing cuisine.
Overnight at Chaka Camp Double Tent
Day 8
Serengeti National Park / KIA, Home
Enjoy another almost full day in the Serengeti. After lunch in camp you will be brought to the Kogatende airstrip for an 18.15pm flight to KIA to connect to KLM flight home.
Tanzania Lodging
-KILIMANJARO
Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge
Set in lush gardens amid forest and crystal-clear waters on the slopes of Mount Meru, Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge is a wonderful place to relax and simmer in the immense beauty of East Africa. Just 30 minutes from Kilimanjaro International Airport and Arusha town center, Ngare Sero is the ideal location to spend the day amid nature, watching the changing colors of the Kilimanjaro glaciers while sipping drinks on the verandah.
Originally built in 1905, the main house of the lodge still retains many of its original features and ornamental design with long colonial verandas stretching across the front of the house; the perfect spot to sit and watch the lake, monkeys, forest, and enjoy the grandeur of Mount Kilimanjaro. Furnished with stone benches and leather cushions, the lodge provides modern comforts amid antiques commemorating Tanzania’s German colonial past.
- TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Chaka Kichuguu Camp
"Kichuguu" meaning "termite mound" in Swahili, is named in dedication to the many iconic mounds found in and around Tarangire National Park. The camp's design possesses a termite mound theme with organic features and structures found throughout the camp. Offering 9 tents with central power, writing desks, ensuite bathroom with double wash basins, running water, and safari-style bucket shower; Kighuguu blends the rustic experience of traditional safaris with the comfort of home.
- NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Chaka Camp (Mobile)
As a mobile camp moving seasonally to follow the great migration of wildlife across the Serengeti, “Chaka”, derived from the word “kichaka” meaning “Bush” in Swahili, sets up camp near Lake Ndutu from December – March and near the Mara River from June - November, allowing its guests unparalleled access to some of the greatest wildlife spectacles on Earth. By operating off-the-grid, Chaka offers an authentic, intimate bush experience in the heart of the Serengeti wilderness; carefully balancing traditional bush camping with the comforts of home, providing: writing bureaus, chairs, toilets, shower, laundry service, power sockets, and solar lighting.
Tanzania FAQ
Tanzania Facts for Visitors
Location
Located on the east coast of Africa, Tanzania is the biggest country of Eastern Africa, bordering Kenya and Uganda to the north; Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west; and Zambia, Malawi, and Mozambique to the south.
Size
At 947,303 square kilometres (365,756 sq mi),[6] Tanzania is the 13th largest country in Africa and the 31st largest in the world, ranked between the larger Egypt and smaller Nigeria.
Language
The official language is Swahili, which is generally spoken throughout the country, although there are various other local languages in the region. English is the second official language and the country’s commercial language. Arabic is widely spoken in the coastal areas, particularly in Zanzibar.
Religion
The main religions are Christianity and Islam, the latter especially in the coast region.
Currency
The currency unit is the Tanzanian Shilling.
Entry Requirements
To enter Tanzania, your passport must be valid for at least six months. Visas are required by almost all nationalities and can be obtained well in advance of departure. The cost of a visa is generally $50, depending on your nationality. (Tourist Visa Fees for American citizens $100). Tourist visas are usually issued for a 3 month period. For those who do not have a visa before arriving in Tanzania it is possible to obtain a tourist visa for a single entry at any one of the four main ports of entry into Tanzania: Dar Es Salaam International Airport, Zanzibar International Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport and Namanga border crossing (Tanzania/Kenya border point). To determine whether you require a visa to enter Tanzania, contact the Tanzanian Embassy in your country.
This Trip's Exclusive Wildlife Features:
- The Ultimate Great Migration experience, designed by award-winning wildlife experts & safari guides.
- Choose from centrally located mid-range camps or private, uncrowded, upscale camps.
- Combine the Great Migration with secret Serengeti hot-spots like Kakessio, Matiti, and Endulen.
- Option for walking, mobile, and balloon safaris plus night drives for nocturnal animals.
- The Ultimate Great Migration experience, designed by award-winning wildlife experts & safari guides.
- Choose from centrally located mid-range camps or private, uncrowded, upscale camps.
- Combine the Great Migration with secret Serengeti hot-spots like Kakessio, Matiti, and Endulen.
- Option for walking, mobile, and balloon safaris plus night drives for nocturnal animals.