Overview
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This 12-day camping safari is a deeply immersive journey into the heart of Tanzania’s wilderness, designed around the Great Wildebeest Migration during its most dramatic season in Ndutu. Timed to coincide with the calving period, this experience offers extraordinary wildlife density, predator action, and unforgettable moments in nature.
Traveling slowly and thoughtfully, guests enjoy extended time in migration hotspots, intimate camping under vast African skies, and a once-in-a-lifetime hot air balloon safari over the plains. Carefully balanced with scenic drives, relaxed pacing, and expert guiding, this safari is ideal for travelers who want to truly live in the wild, not rush through it.
- You visit
- Arusha(Start) ArushaTarangireLake ManyaraMto Wa MbuNgorongoroSerengetiNdutu Lake Arusha(End)
- Highlights
- Wildlife safarisGreat migrationTribal visits
- Vehicle used
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – A Gentle Welcome
Arrive in Tanzania and meet your professional safari guide. Transfer to a peaceful campsite near Arusha, surrounded by greenery and mountain air. The evening is calm and unhurried, with a campfire dinner and safari briefing to set expectations for the adventure ahead.
Lunch, Dinner
Public camp site
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park | Land of Giants
Travel to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a relaxed game drive, easing into safari life while spotting giraffes, zebras, and lions. The day ends with a warm meal and storytelling by the campfire.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fanaka Camp Site
Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara Area | Changing Landscapes
Begin with a morning game drive in Tarangire before heading toward the Lake Manyara region. The scenery shifts from dry savannah to lush forest, offering beautiful contrasts. The afternoon is free to relax at camp and enjoy nature.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fanaka Camp Site
Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park | Green Eden
Explore Lake Manyara National Park, a jewel of groundwater forest, open plains, and lakeshore. Look for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and abundant birdlife. The pace is gentle, allowing time to absorb the park’s beauty.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fanaka Camp Site
Day 5: Cultural Experience – Mto wa Mbu | Human Stories
Step into village life in Mto wa Mbu, where many cultures live side by side. Walk through farms, markets, and homes, learning how local communities live in harmony with nature. This cultural pause adds depth and meaning to the safari journey.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Nyani Camp Site
Day 6: Ngorongoro Highlands – Journey to Ndutu
Travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands toward the Ndutu region, where the Great Migration gathers during the green season. As the landscape opens into vast plains, anticipation builds for the days ahead.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ngorongoro Simba Camp Site
Day 7: Ndutu – Migration Encounters Begin
Spend the day exploring Ndutu’s open grasslands and soda lakes. Thousands of wildebeest and zebras fill the plains, accompanied by lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Game drives are flexible, allowing you to follow the herds and observe natural behavior.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Simba camp site
Day 8: Ndutu – Full Day in the Calving Grounds
A full day dedicated to the Great Migration during its most emotional phase. Witness newborn calves, protective mothers, and intense predator activity. This is one of the richest wildlife experiences in Africa, unfolding naturally before you.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Simba Camp Site
Day 9: Ndutu – Hot Air Balloon Safari | Above the Wild
Rise before dawn for a hot air balloon safari over the Ndutu plains. As the sun rises, watch endless herds move below in complete silence. After landing, enjoy a special bush breakfast before continuing with a gentle game drive.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Simba Camp Site
Day 10: Ndutu – Final Explorations
Enjoy one last full day in Ndutu, following migration paths, revisiting favorite areas, and soaking in the rhythm of the wild. The slower pace allows deeper appreciation and excellent photography opportunities
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Simba Camp Site
Day 11: Ndutu – Ngorongoro Crater Rim
After a final morning game drive, travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at the crater rim with time to relax and enjoy sweeping views before your last night in the wild.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Simba Camp Site
Day 12: Ngorongoro Crater – Return to Arusha
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a final wildlife experience, home to the Big Five and remarkable scenery. After a picnic lunch, return to Arusha, bringing this extraordinary safari to a close.
Breakfast
No Accommodtion
