7-DAY BUDGET CAMPING SERENGETI WILDEBEEST MIGRATION SAFARI
Embark on an extraordinary 7-day budget camping migration safari through Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations. Your journey commences with thrilling game drives in Tarangire National Park, where baobab trees dot the landscape, and diverse wildlife abounds. Traverse the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and marvel at the crater's grandeur before reaching the Serengeti, where you'll witness the awe-inspiring wildebeest migration. Days are dedicated to tracking this natural spectacle, with lions on the prowl and vultures circling. Your adventure continues to the northern Serengeti, where river crossings and large herds define the landscape. The final leg takes you to Ngorongoro Crater, a wildlife haven, for more game drives. Each day, you'll savor delicious meals and rest at well-appointed campsites, making this budget-friendly expedition a truly unforgettable African safari.
Activities
DAY 00: ARRIVAL DAY
As you step foot onto Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, a warm Tanzanian welcome awaits you. Your safari adventure begins with our dedicated driver-guide and a safari vehicle ready for your arrival. After assisting you with your luggage, we'll present you with refreshing bottled mineral water. Prepare for a scenic 45–50-minute road transfer to your carefully selected lodge or hotel in Arusha, where you can unwind, savor a delightful dinner, and spend a peaceful night. Before leaving you to your relaxation, your knowledgeable driver-guide will provide you with an engaging briefing about the exciting safari experiences ahead. Rest assured, your stay includes dinner and breakfast.
DAY 01: EMBARK TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK FOR GAME DRIVES AND GAME VIEWINGS
As the sun illuminates the African landscape, you'll relish a hearty breakfast at your lodge. Your expert guide will then swing into action, collecting your luggage and safari-packed lunches ready for your adventure. Embark on a 2.5-hour journey to Tarangire National Park, a sprawling 2,850-square-kilometer sanctuary adorned with Combretum woodland, Acacia woodland, and iconic baobab trees. Here, you'll encounter magnificent herds of African elephants, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, gazelles, hartebeests, and playful warthogs that can be seen grazing beneath acacia trees or congregating along the serene riverbanks. Keep your camera ready, as regal lions, wily hyenas, formidable buffaloes, and a colorful array of avian species might cross your path during exhilarating game drives. Lunch will be served at a scenic spot within the park, followed by more game drives en route to Panorama Campsite for dinner and overnight. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
DAY 02: TRANSIT TO CENTRAL SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK VIA NGORONGORO AREA
At 8:00 AM, after a hearty breakfast, your adventure unfolds as you embark on a captivating journey to Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Traverse lush forest trails, then emerge at the breathtaking crater viewpoint, offering an enchanting glimpse of the crater's splendor. Here, amidst this stunning landscape, you'll encounter a diverse array of wildlife and vibrant birdlife. You have the option to pause for a cultural immersion at a Maasai boma or visit Olduvai Gorge, where Dr. Leakey and Mary Leakey made pioneering discoveries about early human history. Lunch awaits at Naabi Gate, followed by an exhilarating en route game drive leading you to Nyani Campsite, where a delightful dinner and peaceful night's rest await. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
DAY 03: EN ROUTE GAME DRIVES CENTRAL TO NORTH SERENGETI
Savor a sumptuous breakfast amid this untamed beauty. Then, set forth on an enthralling journey, tracing the epic migration of wildebeest in the park's northern reaches. Today offers yet another splendid opportunity to bask in the awe-inspiring vistas of the landscape and witness a profusion of wildlife and avian wonders. Your midday reprieve unfolds with lunch served at a picturesque picnic spot, followed by continued exploration through game drives as you make your way to Lobo Campsite for dinner and overnight. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
DAY 04-05: WILDEBEEST MIGRATION GAME DRIVES IN THE NORTHERN SERENGETI
These days are dedicated entirely to thrilling game drives with a singular mission: to witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of the world's greatest wildebeest migration in full swing. This annual phenomenon sees vast herds of wildebeests, accompanied by zebras and an array of herbivores, including both large and small species, journeying harmoniously across the Serengeti's central, western, and northern regions, eventually extending into Kenya's Masai Mara game reserve. Be prepared to navigate amidst these immense herds, and if fortune favors, catch a glimpse of their daring river crossings, where formidable crocodiles lie in wait for the vulnerable and unwary. Along the way, it's common to encounter prides of lions congregating around fresh kills or stealthily setting up ambushes, while hyenas and vultures scavenge at the remains of buffalo hunts. After an exhilarating day, retire to Lobo Campsite for a well-deserved dinner and a restful night's sleep. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
DAY 06: EN ROUTE GAME DRIVES NORTH TO NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Begin your day with the first light, savoring a morning coffee before embarking on an early game drive, catching the wilderness at its most vibrant. Upon returning to campsite, indulge in a hearty full breakfast, taking a moment to recharge. Set off with packed lunches for another thrilling wildlife adventure en route to Ngorongoro Conservation area. Pause at a picturesque picnic site to enjoy your midday meal, then resume your exploration of this unparalleled safari haven with its remarkable offerings. Dinner, and overnight at Ngorongoro Simba Campsite. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
DAY 07: NGORONGORO CRATER TOUR TO ARUSHA
In the morning following a hearty breakfast, your journey continues as you descend into the crater's floor for a day filled with wonderful game drives. Ngorongoro crater is a vast, pristine volcanic caldera, spanning over 102 square miles, encircled by towering 2,000-foot-high walls. Within this natural haven reside rare and endangered black rhinoceros, black-backed jackals, hippos, regal secretary birds, graceful ostriches, formidable buffaloes, wildebeests, ibis’ stocks, starlings, majestic lions, gentle elephants, kori bustards, elegant crane birds, cunning hyenas, fleet-footed gazelles, playful baboons, sturdy warthogs, stately elands, leopards, vultures, sand grouse, and a myriad of other captivating creatures. After an exhilarating day of game drives and a delightful lunch, you'll ascend the crater walls and drive back to Arusha for dinner, and overnight at the hotel. Breakfast, and Dinner Included.
DAY 00: AIRPORT DEPARTURE DAY
Today offers a leisurely pace, tailored to your flight schedule. When the time aligns with your departure plans, our team will collect you from your hotel and provide a comfortable drive to the airport for your onward flight.
SAFARI PRICE INCLUDES
- Return airport transfers in private car
- Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4WD Land Cruiser with photographic roof
- All parks entry, and concession fees as per itinerary
- Services of a professional English-speaking safari guide
- 3 ltrs of Mineral drinking water per person per day
- Picnic lunches where applicable
- Camping gears including; sleeping tent, sleeping bags, chairs, table, lights, and pillows
- Private chef for preparing your daily delicious meals
- Coffee and tea
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Arusha on Half board bases
- 24/7 Office Assistance
SAFARI PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Flight tickets
- Items of Personal nature.
- Gratuities for safari guide
- Travel insurance
- Visa fee (50 US$ /100 US$ for Americans & Irish Passport Holders- to be paid upon arrival)
- drinks and beverages in hotel, and camp
- Any other not specified in the program.