This Serengeti itinerary will immerse you in nature's greatest drama. The great migration cycle starts in January to March, and more than a million wildebeest will congregate and calve. The abundance of defenseless young attracts tens of thousands of predators and no other time or place in Africa can reveal as many hunting scenes. This 10-day great migration safari showcases the wild at its most raw and vehement and takes you off road among the thrills and emotion of a complete predatory cycle.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Ngorongoro Crater – Gazing Into A Surreal World
So much of Tanzania doesn't appear real. The country blurs definitions of fiction, its natural spectacles unlike anything seen elsewhere in Africa. Ngorongoro is an exquisite example, a staggering volcanic caldera that's evolved into a haven for a huge diversity of big mammals. After landing at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will transfer onto a light aircraft for a short flight into the Ngorongoro Conversation Area. The caldera spills out beneath the wingtips, and the panoramas can be astonishing as you come into land. Your lodge is one of a small handful that is perched on the crater rim, offering compelling views from your private verandah. In part, it's how you would imagine a volcanic caldera: rugged, dramatic, expansive. But then a massive elephant bull wanders past the lodge, and you realize this is a caldera like no other. So rest and relax, you'll be following the elephants onto the caldera floor tomorrow.
What's Included:
Day 2
Ngorongoro Crater – Big Five Safari in the Ngorongoro World Heritage Site
Day 3
Ndutu (Serengeti) – First Impressions of Great Migration Hunting Scenes
Day 4 - 5
Ndutu (Serengeti) – Going Off Trail Amongst the Great Migration Calving Season
Day 6 - 7
Serengeti – Following the Herds North
Day 8
Karatu – Cradle of Human Civilization and a Maasai Boma
Day 9
Karatu – Relaxing and Reenergizing After the Adventure
Day 10
Karatu – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the drama of the Serengeti's calving season as tens of thousands of predators congregate among more than a million wildebeest
- Drive off road and enjoy incredible proximity to raw hunting scenes, an astonishing array of big cats attracted towards the young wildebeest prey
- Follow the trail north and through the Serengeti to marvel at the park's extraordinary scale, along with all the mammals that don't follow the great migration cycle
- Start your safari in the Ngorongoro Crater, a surreal world that quickly introduces you to almost all the great animals of Africa
- Discover the ancient history of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro area with a visit to the Masai boma, plus one of the world's oldest and most significant human evolutionary sites – Olduvai Gorge
- Complete the itinerary with two nights on a fabulous working farm just outside Ngorongoro as wildlife roam and the tranquil atmosphere complements your rugged Serengeti adventure
Starting Price
$7,300 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.92 stars based on 457 reviews.
The travel company was outstanding. We received Exceptional service and attention to detail. Zicasso's tour company absolutely delivered on everything they promised. We could not have asked for a more knowledgeable, courteous, and professional guide than ours. He was simply extraordinary. The travel company and our trip coordinator had the entire trip meticulously organized.
Reviewed By Wayne K.
Zicasso’s trip coordinator was very easy to work with. I asked for several modifications to the itinerary, which she handled expediently and everything went on without a hitch. The tour operator was excellent. They met with us "in the field" to answer any questions and I had a direct line to them in Tanzania for any issues. It was nice to deal with someone in the U.S. while in the planning stage. Not necessary, but definitely a luxury.
Reviewed By Belinda B.
The trip was the best we have ever had. Africa is a very special place. Zicasso's travel expert did a fantastic job of organizing the itinerary. The only disappointment was that we were not scheduled to see the mass migration across the river.
Reviewed By Andrew K.
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Our trip was 20 days, with multiple locations, flights, and activities. Our agent arranged things so well, we hardly had to do anything. Guides and contacts always arrived on time and led us through each location efficiently and safely.
The gorilla trek in Rwanda was amazing. On safari, we saw the Big Five by the end of day two and saw many, many unique animal encounters. We did a walking safari one day, which was also a highlight. Our agent recommended the Lewa Conservancy as a stop and this was wonderful for seeing many black and white rhinos.
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Reviewed By Michael D.
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