7 Days Wildebeest Mara River Crossing

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Pick Up / Welcome to Tanzania
1 stop
1
Upon your arrival, your Go Expeditions Africa Safari Guide will meet you for a transfer to hotel in Arusha. Relax and enjoy the scenic drive through the Tanzanian landscape. Our knowledgeable driver will be happy to answer any questions you have and share insights about our country. In about an hour, you will arrive at the lodge in Arusha, where you can unwind and prepare for the exciting adventures that await you. Welcome to Tanzania!
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Tarangire National Park
1 stop
2
Tarangire National Park
After a delicious breakfast, set off for a transfer to Tarangire National Park for an exhilarating game drive. Your guide will lead you to prime game viewing spots within the park, renowned for its ancient baobab trees. The game drive will focus around the Tarangire River, the main water source in the park, which attracts a variety of animals including giraffes, hippos, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and lions. In the afternoon, your driver-guide will take you to a perfect spot for a hot picnic lunch. After lunch, continue exploring the park, scanning for various animals and birds, with over 500 species having been spotted in the area. After an exciting day of wildlife viewing, you will be transferred to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater
1 stop
3
Ngorongoro Crater
Equipped with packed lunch you will drive to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, Ngorongoro Crater. Here, you will have the opportunity to search for the Big Five animals. Over a million years ago, Ngorongoro Crater, now the world's largest inactive caldera, was once among Africa's tallest mountains until volcanic forces caused it to dramatically collapse. After lunch, you will embark on afternoon game drive an opportunity to search for buffaloes, zebras, elands, gazelles, elephants, lions, and scavengers like spotted hyenas and jackals. The crater also offers a glorious opportunity to see the endangered and rare black rhinos. After the game drive, you will ascend from the crater and drive to the camp in Serengeti for dinner and and overnight stay.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Full Day Game Drive in Central Serengeti
1 stop
4
Serengeti National Park
In the morning, enjoy breakfast before setting out on a full-day game drive in Central Serengeti National Park, known for its big cats. You will quickly realize that the Serengeti is so vast and captivating that one visit is never enough, which is why many of our guests return time and time again. Your experienced guide will lead you on a quest to spot Central Serengeti's residents, including cheetahs, lions, leopards, hyenas, bat-eared foxes, reedbucks, giraffes, elephants, hippos, rhinos, warthogs, and many more. After game drive you will drive back to the camp for dinner and overnight.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Game en Route to Serengeti North
1 stop
5
Serengeti National Park
After a delicious breakfast, set out from Serengeti Central on an exciting game drive toward Serengeti North. Along the way, marvel at the diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes that define this iconic region. Upon arriving in Serengeti North, enjoy a scenic picnic lunch surrounded by the beauty of the wilderness. In the afternoon, embark on a thrilling game drive along the Mara River, where you can witness the dramatic crossings of wildebeest and zebras during the Great Migration, as well as the predators that follow them. This journey promises unforgettable encounters with nature's most spectacular displays.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Full Day Following the Great Migration / Mara River Crossing
1 stop
6
Serengeti National Park
Start your day with a hearty breakfast before embarking on a full-day game drive along the Mara River. This adventure offers the rare opportunity to witness the dramatic wildebeest crossings, a highlight of the Great Migration. Watch as thousands of wildebeest and zebras brave the swift currents and lurking predators to reach the lush pastures on the other side. This thrilling spectacle, combined with the rich diversity of wildlife in the area, promises an unforgettable safari experience that captures the essence of nature's raw beauty and power.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Fly to Arusha / Depart
1 stop
7
Begin your day with an exhilarating game drive en route to the Kogatende Airstrip, soaking in the last sights of the Serengeti's diverse wildlife. Upon arrival at the airstrip, board your flight to Arusha Airport, where a warm welcome and seamless transfer to the Arusha Coffee Lodge await. Enjoy a delicious lunch in the serene surroundings of the lodge, reflecting on your incredible safari adventure. Later, you will be escorted to the airport for your onward flight, bringing your unforgettable journey to a graceful close.
5 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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