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8 Days Follow The Herds, Serengeti Trail And Crater Rim | Africa safari
Migration Safaris · 8 Days · Tanzania

8 Days Follow The Herds,Serengeti Trail And Crater Rim

Tarangire, five nights tracking the Serengeti herds and a night on the Ngorongoro crater rim.

Duration8 Days7 Nights
WhereSerengeti+ 2 more
From$4,900per person sharing
Best TimeJul – OctAlso Nov – Apr
PaceModerateEarly starts
The Journey

Why You Will Love This One

The Serengeti migration is a moving feast, and we move with it. Five nights in camps positioned where the herds are, plus the elephants of Tarangire and a night above the crater.

Your guide reads the grass and the rain like a stock market and tells you where the herds will be before they know it themselves.

Everything is a starting point. Add a night where you fall in love, swap a camp or bolt on a beach, and we will shape it around you.

  • Migration Herd Watch with your private guide
  • Elephant Herds in Tarangire
  • Lions On The Kopjes at Serengeti
  • 7 nights across 3 stops
Your Route

Three Stops, Seven Nights

Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, in a sensible order with as little backtracking as the map allows.

ADay 1 · Day 8ArushaMeet and greet
Scenic drive
1Day 1TarangireBush Camps1 night
Scenic drive
2Days 2 – 6SerengetiMobile Camps5 nights
Scenic drive
3Day 7Ngorongoro CraterTented Camps1 night
Transfer
BDay 8ArushaFly home
Highlights

What You Will Remember

Elephant Herds
Elephant HerdsDry-season gatherings along the river.
Golden Grasslands
Golden GrasslandsZebras and wildebeest across open country.
Big Cats
Big CatsLeopards and lions hide in the baobabs.
Game Drives
Game DrivesWide open plains, endless horizons and wildlife in every direction.
Lions On The Kopjes
Lions On The KopjesGranite outcrops are a favourite lookout for the cats.
The Great Migration
The Great MigrationWildebeest and zebra on the move across golden plains.
Day By Day

Your 8 Days, In Detail

A typical flow for this safari. Timings shift with the herds, the weather and your wishes, and your guide has the final say on where the action is.

Welcome To TanzaniaDay1
Tarangire

Welcome To Tanzania

MorningLand in Arusha, where your guide meets you with a warm welcome. Set off by road to Tarangire. Getting there: Drive from Arusha.

AfternoonSignature moment: Migration Herd Watch: Position yourself with your guide on the plains or at a crossing point, and watch the herds gather and move.

Overnight
Bush Camps, Tarangire
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
Scenic drive
Activities
Welcome and arrival
On To SerengetiDay2
Serengeti

On To Serengeti

MorningAfter breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive from Tarangire to Serengeti, with time to take in the landscape on the way.

AfternoonGame Drives: Wide open plains, endless horizons and wildlife in every direction.

Overnight
Mobile Camps, Serengeti
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
Scenic drive
Activities
On To Serengeti
Lions On The KopjesDay3
Serengeti

Lions On The Kopjes

MorningGranite outcrops are a favourite lookout for the cats.

AfternoonSignature moment: Migration Herd Watch: Position yourself with your guide on the plains or at a crossing point, and watch the herds gather and move.

Overnight
Mobile Camps, Serengeti
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Lions On The Kopjes, game drives
Guided WalksDay4
Serengeti

Guided Walks

MorningOn the edges of the park, a walk reveals the small things.

AfternoonNights Under Stars: Lantern-lit camps and the sound of the plains at night.

Overnight
Mobile Camps, Serengeti
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Guided Walks, game drives
Game DrivesDay5
Serengeti

Game Drives

MorningWide open plains, endless horizons and wildlife in every direction.

AfternoonLions On The Kopjes: Granite outcrops are a favourite lookout for the cats.

Overnight
Mobile Camps, Serengeti
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Game Drives, game drives
The Great MigrationDay6
Serengeti

The Great Migration

MorningWildebeest and zebra on the move across golden plains.

AfternoonGuided Walks: On the edges of the park, a walk reveals the small things.

Overnight
Mobile Camps, Serengeti
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
The Great Migration, game drives
On To Ngorongoro CraterDay7
Ngorongoro Crater

On To Ngorongoro Crater

MorningAfter breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive from Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater, with time to take in the landscape on the way.

AfternoonCrater Floor Wildlife: Herds, predators and plenty of drama in a compact setting.

Overnight
Tented Camps, Ngorongoro Crater
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
Scenic drive
Activities
On To Ngorongoro Crater
Farewell And DepartureDay8
Ngorongoro Crater

Farewell And Departure

MorningOne last slow breakfast and a final look at the view.

AfternoonTransfer to Arusha for your onward flight home, or ask us about adding days on the coast. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again.

Meals
Breakfast
Getting Around
Scenic drive
Activities
Departure
When To Go

The Best Time To Go

Serengeti is at its best from Jul – Oct, but this journey works for much of the year. Brighter blocks mean better conditions.

Game viewing, Serengeti

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Feb
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Game viewing, Tarangire

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Game viewing, Ngorongoro Crater

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Oct
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Quiet camps and best rates

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FairGoodBest

An honest word. The green months (April, May and November) bring lush landscapes, fewer visitors and the lowest rates. Tell us your dates and we will say honestly what to expect.

Where You Stay

Where You Will Rest

Camps chosen for their position, their welcome and their style. We confirm the exact stays when we shape your proposal.

Check Out All Stays / Camps
Mobile Camps, Serengeti01

Mobile Camps

Smaller camps that move with the migration for the closest views.

  • Serengeti
  • Hot Air Balloons
Ask about this stay →
Tented Camps, Ngorongoro Crater02

Tented Camps

Small camps with a personal touch and cosy fires.

  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Black Rhino
Ask about this stay →
Luxury Tented Camps, Tarangire03

Luxury Tented Camps

Comfortable tents and sunset views over the river.

  • Tarangire
  • Elephant Herds
Ask about this stay →
Rates

What It Costs

Indicative prices per person sharing, on full board. We confirm the exact figure in your written proposal.

Apr – May, Nov

Green Season

$4,900per person sharing

Green and quiet, with the lowest rates.

Jan – Mar, Jun

Shoulder

$5,750per person sharing

Good weather, good value and fewer vehicles.

Jul – Oct, Dec

Peak Season

$6,550per person sharing

The best wildlife viewing and the most demand. Book early.

Single-room supplements apply. Children travel at reduced rates, ask us. Rates may change with camp rates and fuel.

Good To Know

What Is Included, What Is Not

Included

  • Meet and greet and all airport and airstrip transfers
  • Accommodation as listed, on full board
  • House drinks, soft drinks and bottled water in camp
  • Daily game drives with a private guide in a 4x4 with a window seat for each guest
  • All road transfers between camps in a private 4x4
  • Dedicated time at the river crossings
  • All park, conservancy and activity fees
  • Private bush breakfast or dinner at least once
  • Emergency medical evacuation cover (AMREF)

Not Included

  • International flights to and from East Africa
  • Visas and electronic travel authorisations
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for guides and camp staff (about $15 per person per day)
  • Premium spirits, champagne and personal purchases
  • Optional activities not listed
  • Single-room supplement
Know Before You Go

Pack Light, Travel Smart

The small stuff that makes a big difference. Tap a topic for the details, and ask us anything we have missed.

The Great Migration
Questions?We reply within a day, usually sooner.
Ask Us Anything
Getting There

Fly into Kilimanjaro or Arusha and we meet you at arrivals. Please arrive the day before if you can.

Baggage

Soft bags travel best in a safari vehicle. We store spare luggage safely while you are away.

What To Pack

Neutral layers, a warm fleece for early drives, a sun hat, sunglasses and good binoculars. Evenings are cool and days are warm.

Health And Safety

A yellow fever certificate may be needed if you come from a risk country. Ask your doctor about malaria cover. Our guides carry first-aid kits and radios.

Visas And Entry

Most visitors need a Tanzania visa, which you can get online before travel or on arrival. Your passport needs six months of validity and spare pages.

Tipping

Tips are a kind way to say thanks. A guide is about $15 per person per day, with a shared tip for camp staff at each camp.

Good Questions

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