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Tanzania - In The Footsteps of the Migration

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Overview

Witness the amazing spectacle of the great migration and experience Tanzania's wildlife, while staying in ultra-luxurious safari camps. Experience close encounters with Africa’s wildlife in open safari vehicles. Explore three wildlife areas: Tarangire’s baobab studded landscapes, the wildlife rich plains of the Serengeti and the unique Ngorongoro crater home to the densest population of animals in Africa. A trip into the world’s largest volcanic caldera with a private bush lunch in the Ngorongoro Crater.

HOW TO BOOK: Use this itinerary as a starting point, see general pricing for the time of year you’d like to travel (below), then call our experts to tailor to your personal interests, length of time, special upgrades, etc.

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Locations Visited

Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park

Countries Visited

Tanzania

Travel Style

African Safari, Adventure

Accommodations

8 nights included

Tanzania - In The Footsteps of the Migration

Itinerary

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Day 1

Kilimanjaro/Arusha

On arrival this evening at Kilimanjaro International Airport you will be met by a Lion World Travel representative and transferred to Arusha Coffee Lodge. Located on the outskirts of Arusha, hidden amongst one of Tanzania’s largest coffee plantations.  

All chalets have an en-suite bathroom. mini-bar, tea and coffee making facilities, ceiling fans, safes, and hairdryers.  

  • Accommodation

    Arusha Coffee Lodge – Plantation Room


Fly to the Tarangire National Park, one of the most exciting parks in the country. Take a scenic drive takes you to Tarangire Treetops, Located on the eastern border of Tarangire National Park.   

  • Accommodation

    Tarangire Treetops – Treetops Room


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

Morning and afternoon safaris bring you close to the large concentrations of elephant.  The river attracts an abundance of wildlife, and you may find leopard resting in a shady trees. When not out on game drives enjoy a bush walk, relax and enjoy the camp. 

  • Accommodation

    Tarangire Treetops – Treetops Room


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

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Tarangire National Park

Capture an enchanting moment unfolding as the sun gracefully descends Tarangire National Park. Below the horizon, the silhouette of a baobab tree emerges against the vibrant canvas of the sky.  

Drive to Gibbs Farm for lunch. Overlooking the coffee fields and surrounded by terraced flower gardens and ancient trees, a visit to Gibb’s Farm provides the opportunity to experience nature first-hand.  

After lunch continue to TNS Ngorongoro Rim Lodge located on the Eastern Crater Rim of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Rooms face the Ngorongoro Crater and have Wi-Fi access, ceiling fan, indoor shower, bathtub, hair dryer and in room safe, mosquito net and a balcony facing the Ngorongoro Crater. This lodge is Eco-friendly and uses solar power. 

  • Accommodation

    TNS Ngorongoro Rim Lodge – Standard Room


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

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Ngorongoro  Crater

Descend from the crater rim into the heart of this geological wonder, where a panorama of sweeping plains, dense forests, and glistening lakes unfolds before you.  

After breakfast, descend into the ‘8th Wonder of the World’, a unique biosphere that has remained virtually unchanged since the dawn of time.  

Enclosed within its towering walls are grasslands, swamps, forests, saltpans, a freshwater lake, and a glorious variety of birdlife. Here too are all the members of the ‘Big Five’ - Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo and Leopard - as well as a large cast of plains game and one of Africa’s densest populations of predators. 

 

  • Accommodation

    TNS Ngorongoro Rim Lodge – Standard Room


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

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Game Drive in the Crater

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the crater, then continue with afternoon game viewing. Within this enormous natural bowl, is the most densely packed concentration of wildlife in Africa. 

 

Fly to the Serengeti and transfer to your camp which has been carefully chosen for the best possibility of witnessing the Great Migration. 

January to March & December: Fly from Manyara to Southern Serengeti. Stay at the remote Sanctuary Kichakani Camp in the Southern Serengeti. The camp overlooks plains where game are seen all year round and the migrating wildebeest and zebra congregate between December and March. Spacious open-plan tents, with large private verandas and personal attendants to cater to your every need. 

April to May: fly from Manyara to Central Serengeti. Serengeti Pioneer Camp is in South Central Serengeti and ideally situated for terrific access to the annual migration. Tents with amazing views, luxury rooms combined with exemplary service and exceptional game viewing opportuniti

June to July: Fly from Manyara to Western Serengeti. Asanja Grumeti is a luxury tented camp located in the Western corridor of the Serengeti and plays host to the most amazing wildlife spectacle in East Africa. Every year, thousands of Wildebeest take a plunge to cross the waters of the Grumeti River.

August to November: Fly from Manyara to Northern Serengeti. The 5-star Taasa Lodge is in a private concession in the Serengeti National Park, ensuring that you will see wildlife as nature intended and without the masses of tourists. The spacious en-suite tents offer stunning views. 

  • Accommodation

    Sanctuary Kichakani Camp OR Serengeti Pioneer Camp OR Asanja Grumeti OR TAASA Lodge


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

Morning and afternoon game drives provide amazing opportunities to photograph resident wildlife and go in search of the Great Migration and the predators that accompany them. Whether it is their birthing season on the plains, or a crossing of the Grumeti or Mara Rivers, if the timing is right, you may be lucky enough to witness this amazing spectacle! 

  • Accommodation

    Sanctuary Kichakani Camp OR Serengeti Pioneer Camp OR Asanja Grumeti OR TAASA Lodge


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

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Serengeti National Park

Embark on exhilarating game drives through vast plains that stretch to the horizon and encounter Africa’s most iconic wildlife. Let the magic of this legendary landscape leave you with memories to last a lifetime. 

Another day of thrilling game viewing, finishing off with relaxing sundowners as you watch the sun set over the vast Serengeti, the classic end to a day on safari. 

Return to the lodge for sundowners followed by a boma dinner. 

  • Accommodation

    Sanctuary Kichakani Camp OR Serengeti Pioneer Camp OR Asanja Grumeti OR TAASA Lodge


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

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OPTIONAL: Hot Air Balloon Safari

You will have an early wake-up call and transfer to the launch site where you will experience the expanse of the Serengeti from above on a magical balloon safari. (additional cost).

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Afternoon Game Drives

The bush comes alive at night and is a very different experience than during the day.   

Bid Africa goodbye as you fly to Kilimanjaro for your departure flight.  

Return home with memories of a Trip of a Lifetime! 

  • Meals

    Breakfast

Tarangire National Park
Ngorongoro  Crater
Game Drive in the Crater
Serengeti National Park
OPTIONAL: Hot Air Balloon Safari
Afternoon Game Drives
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Highlights

  • Fly to Tarangire and Serengeti
  • Sleep in an elevated treehouse
  • Candlelit dinner under the stars
  • Private bush lunch in the Ngorongoro Crater
  • Close encounters with Africa’s wildlife in open safari vehicles

What's Included

  • Meals: 8 Breakfasts / 7 Lunches / 7 Dinners
  • Lion World Travel Representative meet and greet upon arrival
  • All accommodation as specified
  • All transport and game drives in a 6-seater, 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing & photography with an English-speaking driver/guide
  • Guaranteed window seat in safari vehicles
  • Game drives as indicated in the itinerary
  • Internal flights
  • All park fees and government taxes
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Prices are per person in US Dollars, for land only, based on double occupancy accommodations. Based on a minimum of 2 passengers to operate. All departures are on request. Airfare is not included, but can be added to quote upon request.
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Terms & Conditions

Safari Notes:

  • Your Lion World Travel safari includes a “meet and greet” upon arrival. While on safari you will have local experts, rangers, drivers and/or trackers join you on your day tours, game drives and safari activities.
  • *​International Air Included Safaris: Please note that airfares are included on selected safaris only, as noted in the safari "inclusions". Pricing on these safaris includes airfares, fuel surcharges, Government taxes, departure fees, and September 11th Security fee.
  • ​Travel to Africa often requires an overnight flight. For safaris where international airfare is not included, please arrange flights to arrive on Day 1 of itinerary.

Terms & Conditions:

  • All safari prices are per person based on double occupancy.
  • Exclusive Vacation Packages (Small Group Safaris) are based on a minimum of four passengers to operate. 
  • Prices are in U.S. dollars, are true and accurate at time of publishing, are valid for travel as specified, are valid for new bookings only and are available to Costco members residing in the United States.
  • All offers and inclusions are subject to availability and may change or be terminated without notice.
  • A Single Supplement cost applies for solo traveler bookings, contact us for rates.
  • Seasonal surcharges, availability, blackout dates and restrictions may apply.
  • Due to currency fluctuation, as well as government taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases beyond the control of Lion World Travel or Costco Travel, the price is subject to change.
  • Any unused portion(s) of inclusions are nontransferable, nonrefundable and not redeemable for cash.
  • Cancellation and change fees may apply.
  • Costco Travel disclaims liability for any inaccuracies or typographical errors.
  • Please note: The supplier for this product, Lion World Travel, is a Canadian-based company. Therefore, individual banks may apply a foreign currency service fee to credit card transactions.
  • Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, and Medical Insurance is required – please note that insurance for this trip is a mandatory requirement from suppliers in Africa – proof of insurance must be provided before bookings are confirmed. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you have enough travel insurance coverage from the provider of your choice. Please let your Africa Specialist know if you would like information on this.

Visas

  • United States of America passport holders require visas for Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. Visas should be obtained prior to departure either on-line or from the relevant Embassy or High Commission in Washington DC. Visas on arrival will not be issued for Kenya.

Passports

  • For visitors to South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Kenya, and Tanzania, passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the intended return date.
  • Passport must contain at least 2 blank visa pages (each) for South Africa and Zimbabwe and 3 blank visa pages (each) for Tanzania, Kenya, and Mozambique.

Vaccinations & Health Precautions

  • Malaria is prevalent in the countries included in this itinerary. It is recommended to consult a doctor or travel clinic prior to travel regarding the appropriate precautions to take.
  • Yellow fever vaccination is recommended prior to arrival in Tanzania and required if arriving within 6 days after leaving or transiting countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
  • Other vaccinations that might be considered before you travel include typhoid, hepatitis A and B, meningitis, and tetanus.
  • For information, visit your family physician or the website for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at www.cdc.gov/travel/.
  • Covid protocols and entry requirements are also in place for visitors to Africa. Requirements vary between countries. Please speak to your Africa Specialist for information specific to your itinerary.

Traveling with children

  • If you are traveling to South Africa with a child/children under the age of 18 you must travel with an unabridged birth certificate, in English, even if both parents are traveling with the child(ren). Airlines will be forced to deny boarding if the required documentation is not produced.

For information on travel to Africa, including potential alerts and warnings, visit the official website for the U.S. Department of State at www.travel.state.gov.

For full details, please refer to our Terms & Conditions or FAQ page.