Trip Overview
Embark on the nine days trip with Vumbua Safari which will guide you to an unforgettable adventure through Tanzania, witnessing the iconic wildebeest migration alongside zebras, gazelles, and predators in the Serengeti. Your journey also includes exploring the rich biodiversity of Lake Manyara National Park and the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, offering a comprehensive experience of Tanzania’s incredible wildlife, landscapes, culture and tradition.
Trip highlight
- Public camping accommodation
- Migration mobile tented camps
- Opportunity to witness the great wildebeest migration
- Visit to top wildlife destinations in Tanzania
- Cultural village visit
- Experience local lunch in a traditional style
Full Itinerary
Welcome to Arusha! Your adventure begins now. Set down your bags, take a deep breath, and refresh yourself with a cold drink. This evening, you’ll meet your safari guide for a brief overview of the exciting experiences ahead. Enjoy every moment, and get ready for an unforgettable journey.
Today, after your breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your hotel at 7:30 AM. You’ll embark on a scenic drive southwest of Arusha city towards the vibrant Mto wa Mbu village, nestled on the edge of Lake Manyara National Park.
Upon arrival at the village, local guides will take you on a tour to experience Tanzanian culture and traditions. You’ll visit local farms, businesses, social spots like pubs, youth painting groups, and a Makonde wood carving factory. The tour concludes with a delicious traditional lunch at a family home. After lunch, you’ll proceed to a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park.
Lake Manyara spans 325 square kilometers and features diverse landscapes like woodlands, grasslands, and swamps. It’s famous for tree-climbing lions, pink flamingos, and large baboon populations. With over 400 bird species, it’s a birdwatcher’s paradise. Enjoy game drives, spotting wildlife such as giraffes, elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, zebras, and antelopes.
Accommodation: Foot on Africa campsite
Meals: Lunch | Dinner
Today, rise up early, around 6:00 AM, for breakfast. After packing your bags, you’ll drive directly to the Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting game drive. As you descend into the crater, marvel at the stunning scenery and diverse wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive and endangered black rhinos that inhabit the crater floor. In the late afternoon, you’ll exit the crater and head to Simba campsite for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Simba campsite
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
After breakfast, leave Ngorongoro Simba-campsite towards the Serengeti National Park for an afternoon game drive. The Serengeti is famous for the great wildebeest migration and is also home to big cats’ populations like lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Enjoy the diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes as you make your way to Seronera Campsite. Dinner and overnight stay at the Seronera public campsite.
Accommodation: Dik-dik campsite
Meals: Breakfast| Lunch |Dinner
Start your day with a hearty breakfast, followed by a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Witness the breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife, including the big cats such as cheetahs, lions, and leopards. The Serengeti is also known for its great wildebeest migration, one of the most spectacular wildlife events on the planet.
After the game drive, return to the campsite for lunch and some relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy another game drive to explore different parts of the park. Dinner and overnight stay at Seronera Campsite.
Accommodation: Dik-dik campsite
Meals: Breakfast | lunch | Dinner
It’s another beautiful morning in the Serengeti after a night filled with the soothing sounds of nature. Today, we will depart Central Serengeti for North Serengeti-Kogatende, where you can witness the spectacular wildebeest migration crossing the Mara River into the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy an evening drive along the Mara River, awaiting the breathtaking moment when large groups of wildebeest make their crossing—truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Accommodation: Acacia migration camps
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Today, you’ll spend a full day alongside mara river to witness the awe-inspiring wildebeest migration crossing the Mara River and enjoy opportunities to observe and photograph diverse wildlife. Savor a picnic lunch amidst the stunning scenery and capture unforgettable memories throughout the day.
Accommodation: Acacia migration camp
Meals: Breakfast | lunch | Dinner
Enjoy another full day. With ample time experience the thrilling wildebeest migration at the Mara River and observe the region’s diverse wildlife. Have a picnic lunch in the stunning surroundings and capture unforgettable moments throughout your adventure.
Accommodation: Acacia migration camp
Meals: Breakfast | lunch | Dinner
Today is your grand finale. Rise up early morning, enjoy a cup of coffee overlooking the endless landscapes of the Serengeti and Masai Mara. Load your bags and other belongings your safari jeep for one last chance to witness a memorable river crossing before boarding your flight to Arusha or Zanzibar at 11:30 AM.
Accommodation: Outpost lodge/ Zanzibar hotel
Meals: Breakfast | lunch
To make your trip planning easier, we’ve prepared a simple list of what’s included in your tour package and what’s not. This way, you’ll have a clear idea of what to expect, and you can make any additional arrangements ahead of time for a smooth and enjoyable journey!
Included
- Transportation in a 4x4 Land Cruiser
- Mineral water
- Packed lunch
- Professional tour guide
- All Taxes/VAT
Excluded
- International flights
- Personal requests outside the trip plan
- Tipping
- Optional activities or those outside the tour plan
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Personal items
Tour Map
This comprehensive map is designed to guide you through an exciting journey filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences.