Follow Wildeebest Migration

Arusha | Lake Manyara | Tarangire

DAY 2 TARANGIRE NP  (June to October)  or LAKE MANYARA NP  (December         to March)  Tarangire NP (June to October)  After breakfast we will continue to Tarangire National Park. The Park is an endless pageant of wildlife with undoubtedly the richest Elephant population in Africa with surprisingly large herds. It has an extensive collection of exotic birds, antelopes, lions, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes and the supposedly tree climbing pythons which can be seen around the swamps. But the most important feature of this Park, the game in the necklace, is the Tarangire River. This is a well established view point, where game can be viewed ambling to and from the River throughout the day. Thousands of animals migrate from Maasai steppe to the Tarangire River, looking for water. Baobab trees, also called  'upside down trees', are among the World's biggest trees and can be seen thriving all along the river-banks and all over the park too. This African National Park is also home to three rare species of animals, the Greater Kudu, the Fringe-eared Oryx as well as a few Ashy Starlings. After the thrills and excitement it will be time to relax in the open savannas waiting for dinner at lodges / campsites as per type of accommodation options requested.    Lake Manyara NP (December-March)  Depart from Arusha at 9 am. We will drive for about two hours, passing through the agricultural and fresh product market town of Mto Wa Mbu, which is situated next to the entrance of the Lake Manyara National Park. The town is a souvenir hunters’ paradise. We will enter Lake Manyara National Park.Expect to see unspoiled paradise with ground water forest, laced with underground springs and teeming with wildlife such as elephants, hippos, giraffes, buffaloes, the largest baboon troops in Africa and some of the antelopes. It is full of outstanding birding places with more than 400 species on display and butterflies. This park is famous for the tree climbing lions, luckily seen resting on acacia trees. From your vehicle, you will have a marvellous view of the Rift Valley escarpment, sparkling in the sun. Lake Manyara is a salt lake with thousands of flamingos. You can also see pelicans, storks, kingfishers and many other birds.  It is also a famous jungle, where early Tanzanian movies were filmed Dinner & overnight on the top of the Great Rift Valley offering an eagle eye view on the whole of Lake Manyara, according to the type of accommodation options requested.  

Serengeti

DAY 4 SERENGETI At 06.00h we will start the sunrise game drive. You will be accompanied by the melodic singing of the birds while searching for leopards and other nocturnal animals, you will also spot hunters waiting for their prey in ambush and contrastingly calm hippos, returning to their watery homes with their family.We will return to the campsite or lodge, where we will enjoy a late breakfast at 9.00am. We will continue our game drive at 10.30am and stay in the wilderness for the rest of the day. Our safari drive will continue according to the date of your travel and we will follow the animals on their trail, where you will be able to witness the annual migration. For travellers between: APRIL-JUNE We will drive to the south-eastern side of the park, visiting the Barafu Kopjes and the Ngare Nanyuki River area in the morning. Apart from the lion prides you find in the area, the Barafu Kopje is the place to visit for possible cheetah sightings. The Ngare Nanyuki River area is also well known for being packed with large herds of game and prides of lions.In the afternoon we will proceed around the Maasai Kopjes, which usually attract a great number of lions and some formidably large cobras. Kopjes are weathered granite outcrops, scattered around the plains, most of which are miniature ecosystems, providing shade and drinking water in pools left in the rock after the rains. This makes the kopjes particularly good for spotting wildlife during dry seasons - including lions, which like to lie and wait for thirsty animals!  OCTOBER -DECEMBER From October to December, the migration is around Lobo area in the western Serengeti, known for its high concentration of lions and prides of over 30 individual lions are not uncommon. It is an excellent area to spot and take pictures of klipspringers, elephants and giraffes. Ngare Naironya springs in the upper part of the Grumeti river and serves as a watering area for the animals.    JULY-OCTOBER  It will be our pleasure to take you through the Western corridor between July and October, when the wildebeest migration crosses the Grumeti river in the Kirawira area. This river ensures a large animal population in the western corridor. Here, thousands of wildebeest and zebras plunge fearlessly into the crocodile ridden waters. Plenty animals can be observed, including cheetahs, lions, hyenas and leopards. The Handajenga and Mbalageti River areas also attract a high population of Topi living in Africa. They are also a refuge for the rare African Hunting Dogs and the Patas monkey.We will also visit the Simba kopjes named after the lions frequently using the kopjes for sunbathing. You will also have an opportunity to see baboons, giraffes and several interesting bird species.  DECEMBER-APRIL We will drive around the alkaline Lake Ndutu, used by a wide array of local wildlife, particularly between the months of December and April. The area is heavily populated with elephants and birds as well as resident plain game. This is also the area where the migration begins and where animals choose their spots for calving.After experiencing luxury with some breathtaking panoramic views of the open plains, we will enjoy our picnic lunch. Dinner and an overnight stay will be provided at the lodge/campsite according to the standard and the type of accommodation requested from our options.

Arusha | Kilimanjaro | Nairobi

DAY 6 NGORONGORO CRATER-ARUSHA TOWN  After breakfast, we will proceed to Ngorongoro crater for a half-day game drive, which is the 8th natural wonder of the world and the unique, world famous caldera with the most abundant wildlife. We will descend into the Ngorongoro crater floor. From the comfort of your open-top vehicle, descending down the crater, you will enjoy amazing panoramic view and if you are lucky, you will see the Big five. The caldera is exhibiting more than 120 species of mammals. We will also visit saline lakes such as lake Magadi, which is a magnet for flamingos and other water birds. We will see pools full of hippos, the endangered East Africa’s last black rhinos including birds such as secretary bird, white stork arriving from Europe during the wet season, kori bustards, crowned cranes and ostriches. It is for sure a landscape of sheer beauty. Another big draw card to this picturesque park is its dense population of predators, which include lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs and the ever-elusive leopard, which sometimes requires a trained eye to spot. After the thrills and excitement of the day, you will have a picnic lunch in the park.  Thereafter, we will drive back to Arusha and you will be taken to your hotel, which ends our tour package service. Included in the rate: Transfers to and from Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport,  Nairobi Airport(Note that for transfer from Nairobi Airport we use Impala Shuttle Service with departures daily at 0800 and 1400) 2 days overnight in Arusha -Hotel/Lodge safari to Tanzania's northern circuit as per sample itinerary Hotel/lodge/camp accommodation for the duration of the  safari Animal tours according to your itinerary preferences Private 4 wheel drive vehicle with a roof hatch Professional English speaking safari and tour guide / driver All  Park entrance fees All meals on the safari Water and hot drink (coffee and tea) during safari camping equipment if applicable (tents, mattresses, sleeping bags, pillows, table and chairs), All game viewing activities specified Price quoted per person sharing in US dollars Flying Doctors rescue insurance for the time of any tour with Shadows of Africa   Excluded International flights Airport taxes Entry visas Travel insurance Tips and gratuities Laundry Gratuities and all items of a personal nature, medical and personal insurance, accommodation  and meals before/after the tour, tips for the crew. Sightseeing, excursions and optional activities other than those specified Please note all prices are subject to change if Tanzania National Park entry fees change!