Great Wildebeest Migration Tracking - 9 Days
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- 9 Days 8 Nights
- February - April
- 4x4 Luxury Safari
- Lodge & Camp
Tour Overview
Our unique Great Wildebeest Migration Tracking, tours packages, will take you on an adventure of a lifetime, into the heart of the Tanzanian northern safari circuit. Nowhere else in Africa do we find the sheer numbers of animals, predators, the vast herds of wildebeest and carnivores like Tanzania, Not only have we included 4 out of the 5 northern circuit national parks into our Great Wildebeest Migration tracking tour, but we have also attempted to visit centre Serengeti and Ngorongoro National Park and incorporate area Lake Ndutu well known for Great Wildebeest Migration to make this a truly unique Migration safari adventure.
Every year, the vast herds of wildebeest embark on a long-distance migration that coincide with the annual rain fall patterns and grass growth. Following the short rainy season in November, the herds of wildebeest arrive to the short-grass plains of the Serengeti around November. The short-grass plains are located in the area east and south of the Seronera, around Ndutu and the northern Ngorongoro Conservation area. Herds of wildebeest and zebra can be seen across these plains as they feed on the nutrient rich grasses. The majority of the wildebeest calve around February. They normally stay in the area till April and then start moving west towards to the Western Corridor of the Serengeti National Park.
Please note that it is difficult to predict the exact timing and location of the migration at any time, as this can vary considerably from year to year, depending on factors such as rainfall, water availability, food abundance, predators and the phosphorus content in the grasses.
Safari Highlights
- Wildlife Viewing
- Great Wildebeest Migration tracking
- Private car for game drives in open-top safari vehicles, a window seat guarantee
- On Foot,
- Cultural
- Masai (Boma) Village
- Balloon Safari
Areas visited
- Arusha
- Lake Manyara National Park (Great Rift Valley)
- Serengeti National Park
- Lake Ndutu
- Ngorongoro Crater (Africa’s Eden)
Itinearary
Travel time: 1 hours
Distance: 55 km
On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) you will be Meeting and greeted by company representative from Matukio Safaris and assist you with your luggage and escort you to the car, then drive to Arusha town for overnight stay.
- Accommodation: Planet Lodge
- Meals: Bed Only
Travel time: 2½ hours
Distance: 130 km
Depart Arusha for game drive in Lake Manyara National Park and then followed with Lunch at Lodge, after lunch Afternoon game drive, dinner and overnight at Lodge. Lake Manyara National Park offers varied ecosystems, incredible bird life, and breathtaking views. Lake Manyara’s famous tree-climbing lions are another reason to pay this park a visit.
The only kind of their species in the world, they make the ancient mahogany and elegant acacias their home during the rainy season, and are a well-known but rather rare feature of the northern park. In addition to the lions, the national park is also home to the largest concentration of baboons anywhere in the world -- a fact that makes for interesting game viewing of large families of the primates.
Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Travel time: 6 hours
Distance: 205 km
We head towards the Serengeti National Park with a picnic lunch, game en-route on the way, we drive into the Serengeti itself and the rest of the afternoon is spent game viewing in the vast plains that are broken only by stands of acacia trees and the occasional kopje. In November, December, February, March and April we will normally meet the migration with large herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle.
There are always plenty of resident animals, such as giraffe, buffalo, and elephant, and many large predators such as lion, cheetah, and leopard, Evening drive to the tented Camp for overnight stay.
Accommodation: Shuhudia Adventure Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch and Dinner
We have another full day in this wonderful park, rising early to make the most of our time. Our guides will choose the best spotting locations for the time of year; we can spend time at the Hippo pool watching these majestic animals laze about in the cool water happily living alongside the crocodiles, watch a big pride of lions, be in the middle of the migration, sometimes surrounded by wildebeest, sometimes by zebras, which travel with the wildebeest.
We journey from the wide open plains to the kopjes: these volcanic rocky outcrops provide protection and shelter for a wide variety of animals and from the top we can look out across the vast grasslands of the Serengeti. This diverse and interesting landscape will provide us with the ultimate in game viewing, we will hopefully see all of the plain games; elephants, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, lions and it you are lucky the elusive leopard and cheetah, as well as huge amounts of interesting bird life, from the elegant secretary birds to the flightless ostrich. We return to our Tented Camp for the night.
Accommodation: Shuhudia Adventure Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch and Dinner
Day 5 will offer you an ideal opportunity to do an optional but unforgettable Hot Air Balloon flight, followed by a delightful champagne breakfast (available at a supplementary cost, but can be booked in advance). After breakfast we head to the south-eastern side of the park, visiting the Barafu Kopjes and the Ngare Nanyuki River area, for our morning and afternoon game drives.
Apart from the lion prides you find in the area, the Barafu Kopjes is the place to visit for possible cheetah sightings. The Ngare Nanyuki River area is also well known for being packed with game, evening driving back to our Tented Camp for overnight stay.
Accommodation: Shuhudia Adventure Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch and Dinner
Travel time: 1¾ hours
Distance: 80 km
Today is our last day in the center Serengeti National Park. We will once again visit some kopjes on our way out of the park and will do a morning game drive in the Simba Kopjes area. The kopjes are named after the lions, which frequently use these kopjes to just lie and bath in the sun. You may also see baboon, giraffe and some interesting birds in this area.
From here we will head to Lake Ndutu, which is alkaline, like most of the other Rift lakes, however still drinkable and used by a wide array of local wildlife. We will do an afternoon game drive in the lake area, which offers quite a change from the vast open plains of the Serengeti. The area is usually heavy populated with elephant and birds as well as resident plains game.
At Ndutu area most of the wildebeest calves are born in just a three week period, usually the beginning of February. Calves attract predators and this is an amazing time of year to watch impressive lion kills. It`s also quite spectacular to see almost half a million little wildebeest being born and running alongside their mothers.
Accommodation: Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch and Dinner
Travel time: 2 hours
Distance: 90 km
We depart after breakfast from Lake Ndutu for a morning game drive before we head towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area via the famed Olduvai Gorge , also known as "the cradle of mankind''. The Gorge lies on the site of an ancient lake, covered by thick layers of volcanic ash, which carefully preserved the world's earliest records of mankind and which was unearthed by the dedicated Leakey family.
The museum displays some of these fascinating discoveries and remarkable finds. Optional you also have the possibility of visiting a Masai village.From here we head for the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most densely crowded game areas in the world, which is home to an estimated 30,000 animals.
Accommodation: Rhino Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch and Dinner
Travel time: 4 hours
Distance: 190 km
After an early breakfast we descend 600m into this stunning crater to view wildlife. You will witness an unforgettable spectacle of African wildlife - a world teeming with animals. Supported by a year round water supply and fodder, the park supports a vast variety of animals, which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, giant elephants and a small population of black rhino. Another big draw to this picturesque park is it dense population of predators, which include lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs and the ever elusive leopard, which sometimes requires a trained eye to spot and then evening drive back to Arusha City for overnight stay.
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and Picnic Lunch
Travel time: 1 hour
Distance: 55 km
Today transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your flight back home. Tour ends at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Meals: Breakfast
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Great Wildebeest Migration
In this tour you will be staying in the luxury lodges, semi luxury lodge and seasonal classic safari camps, these camps are set up in prime areas to get the best experience of animal migrations at different times of the year. They are located inside the parks. Seasonal camps are the best way to spend time inside nature, experiencing the wildlife close and personal.
Rates are quoted in U. S. Dollars per person sharing room
1 People |
2 People |
3 People |
4 People and more |
SSR |
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US$ 5916 |
US$ 4491 |
US$ 4016 |
US$ 3778 |
US$ 342 |
Number Of People
Price
1 People
US$ 5916
2 People
US$ 4491
3 People
US$ 4016
4 People and More
US$ 3778
SSR
US$ 342
SSR: Single Supplement Rate for a non-sharing person in a room
Please note all prices are subject to change if Tanzania National Park entry fees or Tanzania Government Tax and / or VAT rates change.
Price includes:
- All accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- All accommodation in Arusha City based on Bed and Breakfast
- Meet and greet services with assistance
- All transfers with assistance
- Transport in a private 4 wheel Drive cars with pop up roof special design for safari
- All booked safaris are window seat guaranteed
- 3 meals a day vegetarian and non vegetarian on safari
- All park entry fees
- Complementary bottled mineral water on safari
- Unlimited game viewing drives per day whilst on safari
- Services of an English-Speaking safari driver/guide throughout your journey
- All government taxes and levies where applicable
- Medical Evacuation (Flying Doctor)
Price Excludes:
- International Airfares and airport taxes
- Tourism entry visa to Tanzania – US$ 50 per person
- Travel insurance (recommend)
- Optional excursions not mentioned in the inclusions
- Personal nature such as telephone calls, Faxes-mails, laundry etc
- All alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks, wines and spirits
- Tips and gratuities to driver guides/lodges/hotel /Tented Camp staff
- Balloon safari is an option it cost US$ 549 per person
- All other extras not mentioned in the included
Accommodation
Nestled in the heart of Arusha, Planet Lodge will captivate you with the natural beauty of the Tanzanian landscape. A unique African villages styled accommodations offer you a peaceful sanctuary where you can unwind and connect with nature.
Lake Manyara Serena Lodge standing high on a bluff overlooking the gleaming waters of Lake Manyara, the Serena has some of the best views around and offers easy access to the national park. Antelope and baboons roam the grounds and, thanks to a local community-run programme, a whole host of activities are possible here, including mountain biking, forest walks, canoeing and even night game drives.
The infinity pool is a focal point, with a pool bar encouraging you to soak up the views for longer. Inside the lodge buildings you’ll find vibrantly colourful frescos that depict the patterns of migratory birds, the swirling motifs of Maasai bomas and local landscapes. For dining, you’ll eat in the dining room, or out on the terrace if you prefer. Breakfast and lunch are buffet-style, with set menu options for dinner. Comfortable rooms are set in traditional, yet quite quirky, two-storey whitewashed rondavels dotted throughout the grounds. Walls are adorned with local artwork and the rooms have sliding doors that open out onto a small stone balcony.
All tents are custom made walk in tents using heavy duty canvas ensure a spacious ‘room’ complete with en-suite bathrooms. Tents are tastefully appointed with twin or double beds, crisp linen, warm blankets or duvets, bedside tables, wardrobes and luggage racks make your tent a true ‘home away from home’.
Lighting is provided by solar power and your bathroom comes complete with a dressing table with fully plumbed washbasin, lavatory and showers – a new, and often surprising, interpretation of ‘camping’. Hot water is available and evening and morning tea or in fact your every need will be arranged.
These Semi-permanent, seasonal camps are strategically plotted across the Serengeti (Lake Ndutu) according to wildlife migration patterns. Each location offers comfort in the heart of the wilderness. With spacious tents, cozy bedding, and ensuite bathrooms, you’ll have to take a look outside to be reminded that you’re deep in the bush. And no need to worry-with eco-friendly features like solar lighting, your stay won’t harm the landscape (The best place for nature lovers).
Regularly voted one of the best hotels in the world, this unique lodge in Tanzania clings to the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, the largest and most perfect volcanic crater on Earth. Long and low, the lodge is built from local river stone and camouflaged with indigenous vines. Designed to blend completely into the landscape, it is entirely invisible from the floor of the Crater 600 metres below.
Known as ‘the eighth wonder of the world’ the Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa’s best-known wildlife arenas. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it offers a unique biosphere, which has remained virtually unchanged since the dawn of time. Deep within the Crater, enclosed by towering walls, some 25,000 large mammals wander the plains, lakes and forests of ‘the land that time forgot’, dominated by enormous bull elephants, rhinos and lions.
Hugging the contours of the jagged Crater rim, this luxury safari lodge takes its inspiration from the so-called ‘Cradle of Mankind’, the prehistoric site of Olduvai Gorge, which lies close by. Linked by arched stone passages and timbered decks, its walls are decorated with stylized prehistoric cave paintings and lit by flaring torches. At the stone heart of the lodge burns a glowing fire, which is kept constantly alight. Decorated with cave paintings, the rooms are strung around the Crater rim. Each has its own rock- enclosed balcony, and all enjoy completely uninterrupted views of the volcanic amphitheatre far below. The location, the service and the luxury accommodation make Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge the ultimate destination for a unique safari experience in Tanzania.
Discover the place where the heavens meet the earth, where the rhythm of nature pounds to the beat of an African drum, and where life is all about a revival of the senses. Situated at the foothills of Mount Meru in the city of Arusha, Tanzania, the Mount Meru Hotel lies on 9 acres of lush landscape, surrounded by some of Africa’s most breath-taking vistas, rich with a diverse array of wildlife, etched against the fertile slopes of this beautiful mountain.
Give your imagination wings as you sit at the mountain’s feet, and listen as it reveals stories it has kept hidden for centuries. Whether travelling for business or pleasure, you are invited to take delight in the breath-taking setting, lend your ears to the beautiful sounds of nature meeting civilisation, and touch the heart of Tanzanian highlife and luxury.
The Mount Meru Hotel, its management and staff members have made every endeavour to ensure that your stay is a rejuvenating and refreshing experience of African hospitality and look forward to meeting you in person. Tanzanian warmth and kindness is renowned all over the world and the opportunity to prove this fact much more than mere legend is an exhilarating opportunity to all at this pinnacle of splendour, and our home, the Mount Meru Hotel.
With temperatures averaging a pleasant 25 degrees Celsius for most of the year, it not only makes the Mount Meru Hotel a tranquil getaway, but a place where you can really put your feet up and find your grounding again.
