9-Day Mara River Migration + Lake Natron Adventure
Per person sharing
Tour Summary
Step into a 9-day Tanzanian safari that blends iconic wildlife moments with raw, untamed landscapes. From the elephant-filled plains of Tarangire to the striking beauty of Lake Natron, this journey takes you far beyond the ordinary. In the Northern Serengeti, you’ll spend two unforgettable nights following the Great Migration, with the chance to witness dramatic Mara River crossings. Your adventure ends at the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, where an incredible concentration of wildlife awaits in one of Africa’s most remarkable natural settings.
Itinerary Details
You arrive in Arusha, where your journey begins with a warm welcome and a smooth transfer to your luxury lodge. Set in a peaceful environment, the lodge offers a calm space to unwind after your travels.
The day is yours to relax—perhaps enjoying the gardens, the fresh air, or simply the stillness before the adventure begins.
As evening falls, dinner is served in a refined setting, marking the beginning of your safari experience.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury lodge in Arusha
After breakfast, you are transferred to the airstrip for your flight into the Serengeti. As the aircraft lifts off, the landscape unfolds beneath you—fields, rivers, and gradually, the vast open plains of the Serengeti.
Landing on a remote airstrip, you are welcomed by your guide and immediately begin a game drive on your way to camp. Wildlife sightings often begin within minutes, setting the tone for what lies ahead.
Your luxury camp is set in a prime location, offering both comfort and immersion. Spacious tents, elegant interiors, and uninterrupted views create an atmosphere that feels both exclusive and deeply connected to nature.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury camp in Serengeti
The Serengeti unfolds at its own pace, and today you move with it. Game drives are flexible and guided by wildlife movement, allowing for a more natural and rewarding experience.
You may spend time observing a pride of lions, follow a cheetah across the plains, or watch herds of wildebeest grazing in the distance. Every moment feels unscripted and real.
Back at camp, the experience continues with fine dining, attentive service, and the quiet presence of the wild just beyond your tent.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury camp
Another day in the Serengeti allows for deeper exploration. There is space now to revisit areas, follow specific wildlife activity, or simply slow down and take in the landscape.
For those seeking something extraordinary, an optional hot air balloon safari offers a unique perspective—floating silently above the plains at sunrise, followed by a champagne breakfast.
The day continues with more game drives, each one shaped by the rhythm of the land.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury camp
After breakfast, you take a short flight to the Ngorongoro area, where the landscape shifts dramatically. The plains give way to rolling highlands, cooler air, and lush scenery.
Upon arrival, you are transferred to your luxury lodge located on or near the crater rim. The views are expansive and dramatic, offering a completely different atmosphere from the Serengeti.
The afternoon is unhurried—time to relax, enjoy the setting, and prepare for the final day of exploration.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury lodge near Ngorongoro
Your final day begins with a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater. The experience is immediate, with wildlife visible across the crater floor as you explore.
The crater’s unique environment allows for close and consistent sightings, offering a powerful conclusion to your safari. Lions, elephants, buffalo, and a variety of other species move within this natural enclosure.
After a picnic lunch, you ascend the crater and transfer back to Arusha, where your journey comes to an end.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Includes
- Park fees
- All Activities
- All accommodation
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals
- Drinks
Excludes
- International flights
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some Meals
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