8-Day Tanzania Migration Footsteps – Midrange

After arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your friendly guide from Bush 2 City welcomes you to Tanzania. They'll whisk you off to your hotel for relaxation. The next day, enjoy a private safari with your guide. You'll have your safari jeep and the freedom to stop and watch wildlife whenever possible!

After breakfast, head west to Tarangire with a packed lunch for a game drive. Tarangire National Park is famous for its large herds of elephants and the abundance of towering baobab trees. These trees can live for centuries and serve as a vital water source for elephants during the dry season, thanks to their unique ability to store water. Additionally, the Tarangire River is the primary water source during the dry months, attracting large gatherings of wildlife, including groups of up to 250 elephants. In the late afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

After breakfast, embark on a day-long excursion to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds and towering baobab trees. These trees serve as a crucial water source for elephants, particularly during the dry season. Witness diverse wildlife congregating around the Tarangire River, including sizable elephant gatherings. Head back to the lodge for dinner in the afternoon and spend the night.

After breakfast, drive to Serengeti via the scenic Ngorongoro route and arrive in time for an afternoon game drive. Serengeti National Park is renowned for its spectacular wildlife, especially during the Great Migration. Witness the awe-inspiring herds of animals and the numerous predators that call this place home, including over four thousand lions, 225 cheetahs, a thousand leopards, 3500 hyenas, and hundreds of wild dogs! Your guide will help you spot these magnificent creatures and many other beautiful animals. Later, return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Wake up in the heart of the Serengeti, where exciting adventures await. With your knowledgeable driver guide leading the way, set off on a full day of exploration. At every corner, encounter mesmerizing wildlife scenes, each more captivating than the last. As the sun dips below the horizon, return to Acacia Central Tented Camp and gather around the campfire to swap stories and admire the starry African sky that envelops the wilderness.

Begin your day with a decision: soar above the Serengeti on a breathtaking hot air balloon ride or embark on a thrilling full day of game drives. Opt for the balloon and marvel at the Serengeti's splendor from above, capped off with a champagne breakfast. Alternatively, stay grounded for a day filled with wildlife encounters guided by the expertise of your driver-guide. As the sun sets over the Serengeti, painting the landscape in a golden hue, your day comes to a close.

After breakfast, head to another iconic destination in Tanzania for a game drive. The renowned Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa's seven natural wonders, formed two million years ago by a massive volcanic eruption. Its fertile landscape hosts the highest concentration of animals in Africa. Once inside the crater, you'll be surrounded by thousands of animals like lions, zebras, buffalos, and black rhinos, with breathtaking views everywhere you turn. Afterward, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Depending on your flight schedule, you can spend some extra time relaxing at the lodge before our driver brings you to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your journey home. Having second thoughts? You can also extend your vacation by adding a few days on one of Tanzania's stunning islands, like Zanzibar, Pemba, or Mafia!