Departure from

This tour is available from and to Arusha
Transportation

Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Group Size

Not for solo travelers
Accomodation

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Arrival on

Can start any day
Tour type

Mid-range, private tour
Meals

All meals included
Language

English
Minimum Age

2

Overview

Experience the thrill of nature with the 4-Day Magical Migration Tour. Witness the spectacular Great Migration, enjoy expert-led game drives, and explore Tanzania’s iconic wildlife parks. A perfect adventure for those looking to see the world’s most extraordinary wildlife event.

This wildebeest migration safari, which occurs during the calving season, will ensure that you increase your prospects of experiencing the beautiful wildebeest migration in the Serengeti. During the months of January to March, thousands of wildebeest can be seen grazing in the short grass plains of the southern Serengeti and the Ndutu area. This time of year also offers excellent opportunities for predator sightings, with cheetahs, lions and leopards more active than ever.

Highlights

Can start any day
Private tour
Mid-range tour
Can be customized
Not for solo travelers
Minimum age of 18 years
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

Day 01 :

Tarangire National Park

You will then be picked up by our professional driver-guide for a journey to Tarangire National Park after breakfast at the lodge. It will take approximately three hours to complete this drive. During this period, you will have the chance to observe local people going about their daily businesses dressed in traditional African attire. You may also encounter local markets.

The possibility to make a scenic drive along, and possible to meet here wild animals like giraffas, Thomson’s gras gazelles, zebras, and wildebeests.

As you get into Tarangire, game viewing yields impressive results owing to the park’s settings and vegetation. The park contains spectacular views of dwarf mongoose, buffaloes, and large herds of elephants that move round in families. Oryx sightings are pretty rare. Moreover, it is one of the best destinations for bird watching in Tanzania.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park

The best time to visit: November to July when the animals start coming to the Tarangire River in large numbers.

High Season: June to October People flocks into the park.

Best Weather: June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP: Elephant, Giraffe, Lion, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Hippo, Hyena, Leopard, Cheetah, Wild Dog, White Rhino, Black Rhino

Accommodation: Eileen's Trees Inn

Mid-range lodge – Karatu area (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 02 :

Ngorongoro Crater

Could go for a morning safari before breakfast in the morning or could just have an early morning routine of waking up in the morning and going for a game drive. This will enable you to see animals at their most active moments and also watch a beautiful sunrise over the crater rim.

You will be in the Ngorongoro Crater, which is among the seven natural wonders of the world. With walls that tower 600m (2,000ft) high and a crater floor covering 265km² (102mi²). It is living Noah’s Ark because of the wonderful vastness in both species and numbers of all kinds of wild animals. The crater also hosts almost all types of wildlife that originated from East Africa with the rare black rhino.

This crater has a river, several swampy areas, a soda lake that looks like steam and is inhabited by flamingoes, a forest and vast plains. This explains why the large bull elephants in this region have long tusks since the area is endowed with volcanic soil and grows grass rich in minerals. These are some of the greatest elephants you will ever lay your eyes on! After taking a delicious packed lunch you will move to the Ndutu plains, where your lodge is located.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

The best season to travel: June to October (For wildlife tours)

High season: Anytime from July to March (Expect crowds)

Climate: June to October::there is little or no rainfall at this period

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater: Black Rhino, Lion, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Hyena, Elephant, Hippo, Leopard, Giraffe, White Rhino, Cheetah, Wild Dog

Accommodation: Africa Safari South Serengeti (Safari Comfort)

A medium sized camp situated in the Ndutu area within the southern part of the Serengeti National Park.

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 03 :

Southern Serengeti and the Ndutu Plains

You will start your day by having a good breakfast. Subsequently, you will relish a game drive in the Ndutu area to watch the great migration especially during the calving session. In the afternoon, you will go back to the camp for lunch. This will be followed by a game drive after lunch. Other animals that you could find grazing on the savannah include wildebeest as well as various carnivores in the plains. At dusk you will go back to the lodge for dinner and spend the night.

Main Destination: Southern Serengeti National Park

The best time to visit Kenya: It is from January to February and June to October; however different regions will be best suited at different times.

Peak Season: July to March (The Seronera area is very much busy)

Best Weather: June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP: Elephant, Lion, Cheetah, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Hippo, Hyena, Leopard, Black Rhino, Wild Dog, White Rhino

Accommodation: Africa Safari South Serengeti (Safari Comfort)

A mid-range tented camp located at the edge of the southern part of Serengeti National Park without fences.

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 04 :

Game Drive in the Ndutu Area

After breakfast you have arranged for a four hour game viewing drive from the lodge and you will be on the lookout for hyenas and jackals that are usually active at night feeding on carcasses. Ndutu is also a great place for the wildlife, for over 300 calfs were born in a single day and many predators are ready to hunt as it is the time for them to get fat. You will have a closing of your thrilling safari in the mid afternoon followed by drop off at Arusha…

Main Destination: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour

Extra beds for accommodation can also be arranged at an extra cost.
For an extra charge, an airport transfer service can be arranged for return to the airport.

FAQs

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What activities are offered during Magical Migration Tour?

Costs in the price include the park entry fees, accommodation and meals throughout the Magical Migration 4 days tour. You will be accompanied by a professional English speaking driver guide, using 4×4 safari jeep with pop-up roof for better wildlife viewing and a bottle water for drinking during the trip. Furthermore, it includes the game drives in the Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and the southern sector of the Serengeti including Ndutu area. It also includes transfers to and from Arusha.

What kind of animals are likely to be spotted in the 4-Day Magical Migration Tour?

The Great Migration occurs when thousands of wildebeest and zebras migrate in search of new pastures and fresh water and this can be witnessed in the 4-Day Magical Migration Tour. In Tarangire National Park, it is possible to watch passing herds of elephants, lions, giraffes, and many species of birds. Apart from the big cats, there are also African elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, and Hippos and Kenyan resident flamingos. In Southern Serengeti and Ndutu, there will be calving grounds of wildebeest, cheetah and other predators depending on the season.

What kind of accommodation is offered on the 4-Day Magical Migration Tour?

This tour involves staying in comfortable lodges and tented camps giving one a touch of comfort and at the same time experiencing the real feel of the wild. They are situated inside the park or nearby and give you an opportunity to see the wildlife within your accommodation. This can be in mid-range lodges, basic or more luxurious tented camps with attached bathrooms, excellent meals and ambiance.

What essentials would be required for this 4-day Magical Migration Tour?

The recommended casual and easy-to-wear clothing for the 4-Day Magical Migration Tour for men and women includes light colored clothes and a warm jacket as the climate is cool during early morning and at night. Sneakers for walking, hat, sunglasses and sunblock lotion are some of the things one needs to pack. A good pair of binoculars and having extra batteries with you will let you take some great photos. Some personal effects that should not be forgotten include a bottle of insect repellent, toiletries, and any medicines that may be required during the exercise. A small rucksack would be required for packing necessary items during the game drive.

At what period of the year is the 4 Day Magical Migration Tour most ideal to book for?

The time of the year to book the 4-Day Magical Migration Tour depends on the area of the migration that you would like to experience. The calving season is from January to March and the best places to witness it are Southern Serengeti and Ndutu. The best time for the dramatic river crossings in the Northern sector of Serengeti is in July to early September however this tour features the southern sector. When making bookings, it is advisable to plan and make the bookings few months in advance preferably in the high season to get your preferred lodgings.

Is the 4-Day Magical Migration Tour appropriate for travelling with children and families and for first-time visitors in a safari?

Therefore, the 4-Day Magical Migration Tour would be perfect for visitors with their families and first-timers on a safari experience. This tour provides an excellent balance of scheduled clients with comfortable accommodations, qualified guides, and a remarkable opportunity to observe wildlife up close. Viewing wildlife in their natural habitats from an enclosed vehicle is a safe way to tour the parks and this tour aims at giving as less time on the road and more time to view wildlife. Numerous children will appreciate the actively playing African nights and kind kids existing in many related Tourist’s family members, while first-time enthusiasts will discover the constituted ample unique no-problem.