During this period, the herd continues its movement north towards the Maasai Mara National Park in Kenya. Tracking the herd’s movements becomes a day to day prospect as they meander slowly but inexorably towards the next big obstacle in their path: the Mara River.
TThe Mara River poses another deadly barrier for the herd, who must brave swollen waters and opportunistic predators if they are to find relative safety on the far side of the river. This is the right spot to stop and witness the death-defying crossing, and the surrounding landscapes are every bit as memorable as the life and death struggle taking place at the Kogatende crossing.
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A prompt departure at 6:30 AM.
Approximately 4:00 to 6:30 PM.
Private Safari/Mid range/Tented camp/Camping (budget). Kindly confirm this with our safari specialist
Comfortable clothing
English Speaking Driver/Guide
Safari vehicle with pop up roof
Transportation In 4×4 Vehicle
3 Meals a day
Entrance fees
Government charges
Gratuities
Tips
Drinks
Any personal items of nature
This safari can either be a fly-in safari as outlined below, or a fly-out, in which case the itinerary would be reversed, and you would fly from Lobo to Arusha.
After breakfast, you'll be transferred to Arusha Airport for your flight to the Kogatende area of the Northern Serengeti. Upon arrival you will be met by your Africano Paraiso driver.
You'll spend your day driving through this distinct and beautiful region of the park in search of the Wildebeest Migration and the Big Five.
In the afternoon after lunch, you will proceed with a game drive until sunset, and later head to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Camping/Hotel/Tented camp
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
On the next day, your game drive will concentrate in the Kogatende area, searching around the kopjes for carnivores and the large migration groups that prepare to cross the Mara River into Kenya.
Home to large numbers of hippos and Nile crocodiles, the Mara river is the last major obstacle standing between the wildebeest migration and the relative safety of the Maasai Mara. If you’re a little lucky, you might witness the death-defying crossing itself, where wildebeests and zebras brave the river’s currents and crocodiles in an attempt to reach safety on the opposite side of the river.
Dinner and overnight in the heart of the Serengeti National Park based on the standard and the type of accommodation requested from our options.
Camping/Hotel/Tented camp
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast, you will start driving through the plains of Togoro and the Mbuzi Mawe Kopjes toward crossing the Banadi, which is in the Seronera region (central Serengeti). While on the way, you will spot animals ranging from small dik-diks to large elephants.
Seronera is famous for big cats. Kopjes and acacia trees provide an excellent opportunity to spot prides of lions, glossy cheetahs out on the hunt, and leopards staying stealthy on trees to scan the area, always ready to attack when duty calls.
Hippo pools declare its presence in the region, which provide excellent opportunities for game viewing.
After an excellent game viewing, you will drive to your hotel based on the type of accommodation requested from our options for dinner and overnight.
Camping/Hotel/Tented camp
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
You start your day early by getting up before dawn to begin on a sunrise game drive. See the sun enlighten the savannah as predators such as leopards and lions hunt for their morning meal.
In the afternoon you will start to drive to Ngorongoro (optional stopover at olduvai), with different routes you are guaranteed to spot thousands and thousands of animals in herds, such as wildebeests and zebras walking side by side.
Dinner and overnight on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater or in nearby Karatu town, based on the standard and type of accommodation requested froum our options.
Camping/Hotel/Tented camp
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
Ngorongoro is considered to be the Eighth Wonder of the World. When you get your first glimpse of this vast, verdant caldera from the panoramic viewpoint, you'll soon understand why it has earned such a lofty reputation.
Ngorongoro is home to over 120 mammal species including the fabled Big Five, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is one of the most sought after safari destinations in the world. It's a particularly good place to see the endangered black rhinoceros enjoying a lonely meal out on the grass plains, as well as a place to see large numbers of hippopotamus enjoying the cool water.
From the comfort of your pop-up roof vehicle, you'll be able to observe and photograph some of Africa's most recognizable animals. The crater is home to a large number of predators including lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, and hyenas, as well as a large population of wildebeest, zebras, antelope, cape buffalo, and more. It is truly one of Africa's premier safari destinations.
Later in the afternoon you will drive back to Arusha
Breakfast and Lunch
When selecting your accommodation for your itinerary, it's important to bear in mind that the type of accommodation you choose can have a substantial impact on the overall cost of your trip. It will also determine whether your itinerary falls into the budget, medium, or luxury category. We recommend that you consult with our safari expert to identify the accommodation options that best align with your budget and requirements.
Full Board: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
4x4 Landcruiser with Pop-up roof