Serengeti & the Great Migration
For most, a trip to Serengeti is a life changing adventure, a unique front seat ticket to a live show that one can only imagine in most places. The infinite grasslands, the untamed nature, river-crossing rituals of wildebeest and to those lucky ones who witness an enthralling chase of a predator going for a kill – these signts are what memories are made of.
Trip Highlights
- Start your Tanzanian safari with stop at Arusha coffee lodge. Relax in the luxurious colonial atmosphere, with the wonderful views of the towering Mount Meru
- Move on to Tarangire National park, reputed for its Elephant population and spectacular baobabs of every shape creating a beautiful setting
- Take an early morning walk to the banks of lake Manyara and watch the flamingos take wings
- Move on to Ngorongoro and descend into the ‘8th Wonder of the World’, a microcosm of landscapes and wild game
- Travel to the golden plains of Central Serengeti, home to ‘the Big Five’
- Head to Northern serengeti to witness the biggest show on Earth, the crossing of Mara river with zebras, crocodiles and thousands of wildebeests taking cente
Which Visa Do I Need
Indian citizens require a visa to visit Tanzania & Kenya – both of which can be applied online.
Length of Stay
We recommend at least 5 days to explore Serengeti and another 3-4 days if you would like to visit other parts of Tanzania. Many of our clients like to add 2 more days in Zanzibar
Best time to visit
The best time to view the migration is July-August. However, accommodation is very limited, and sells out long in advance, so we recommend confirming your plans by Oct-Nov of the previous year
wildlife safari, wildebeest crossing, tribal culture, birdwatching, jungle lodges
Did you know
- Tanzania has no fewer than 17 national parks. The numerous parks cover an area of more than 42,000 km², which corresponds to more than 38% of the total area of the country. Serengeti National Park is the country’s oldest national park, more than 14,500 km² in size.
- The name, Serengeti, is derived from the Maasai word siringit, meaning “endless plains.” An accurate description considering the whole ecosystem stretches over 12,000 square miles (30,000 square kilometers)!
- The Great Wildebeest Migration sees over 1.5 million wildebeest, as well as zebra, and gazelle, make their way through the grasslands of Tanzania and Kenya in search of pasture. Undoubtedly, the most exciting part of the journey is the Mara River crossing, where massive herds make their way to the Masai Mara, braving crocodiles, and danger at every turn.
- Tanzania has 162 different tribes, each with its own unique character. You can, for example, meet the Hadzabe tribe, who do not grow crops themselves, but live by foraging, and the Masai, whose tradition of spitting is a form of blessing.
