Description
This luxury plus safari offers you the chance to witness the renowned Great Migration up close. It also provides numerous opportunities to witness the Mara River crossings, where hungry crocodiles prey on the migrating animals. The Mara River crossing doesn’t happen just once but occurs multiple times during the dry season. The crossing groups, which range in size from a few hundred to tens of thousands, move in both directions. The crossing’s rhythm is one of the planet’s most breathtaking and iconic events.
After an immersive experience with the Great Migration, you will descend to Central Serengeti, with its expansive plains and impressive lion population, before concluding your journey in the unspoiled beauty of Ngorongoro Crater, which is home to over twenty-five thousand animals, including the “Big Five.”
Destination-Are Lake Manyara N.P, Serengeti Northern, Serengeti Northeast, Serengeti Central and Ngorongoro crater.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Will be Northern Serengeti for Wildebeest migration crossing Mara River witnessing.
Safari Category – Private luxury Lodge Safari.
Game driving – On 4x4 Safari Jeeps, Make of Toyota Land cruiser with enough space for game drives photographing.
Accommodations – 3 nights of Classic Lodges and 5 nights of a luxurious Tented lodges inside the parks.
Base town – Arusha town will be the start/finish base of this program.
Program Tailored – For a safe and pleasant trip to Tanzania.
Nyamera Treks and Safaris team are looking forward to inspiring your sense of wonder with an amazing and unforgettable African trip and wildlife safari experience.
NOTE: This program here is in dates to show you the idea of the number of days for entire holiday from arrival to depart home but are not exactly fixed dates and can be changed at any time according to fright booked tickets and your traveling dates. Dates for this 8 days/7 days Mara River Crossing & More Fly Safaris, I have set it to start on 24th/August to 4th/September/2025. The number of days mentioned on the itinerary below are counted from the arrival day.
Highlights
- Arrive at Kilimanjaro Int. Airport
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Manyara National Park
Tour Itinerary
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be met by our representative or safari guide, who will transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. As a team of local Tanzanians, we know the country like the back of our hand, so you’re in for a treat from when you land until you leave. Welcome on board.
Hotel planned is GRAN MELIA – ARUSHA-https://www.melia.com
A great way to begin this ultra luxury safari is by flying exactly where the Great Migration is. Upon arrival in Northern Serengeti, you will meet your safari guide, who will pick you up and get you ready for an exciting game drive tracking the Wildebeest Migration. The Northern Serengeti features gorgeous landscapes of green rolling hills, granite outcrops, and acacia woodlands dotting open savanna, incredible wildlife, and, most importantly, the Great Migration!
Lodge planned is MARA MARA TENTED LODGE – https://twctanzania.com
The Northern Serengeti features gorgeous landscapes of green rolling hills, granite outcrops and acacia woodlands dotting the open savanna, incredible wildlife, and most importantly, massive herds of wildebeest and zebra between Late June – October. The Great Migration includes more than 2.5 million wildebeest driven by ancient rhythms and natural instincts following water sources in a clockwise rotation traveling 1,600 miles per year.Dinner and overnight at the booked lodge.
Lodge planned is MARA MARA TENTED LODGE – https://twctanzania.com
Let yourself be inspired by the beauty and wonder of the Serengeti, where acacia trees and granite kopjes adorn the endless waves of grass! Your time is dedicated to see the best of Central Serengeti, that offers everyday opportunities to spot Tanzania’s most impressive wildlife including large prides of lions, cheetahs, elephants, leopards, giraffes, a great number of hippos, and abundant birdlife.Dinner and overnight at the booked lodge.
Planned lodge is KUBU KUBU TENTED LODGE - http://twctanzania.com/accommodation/kubu-kubu-tented-lodge
Your safari guide will drop you off at Seronera airstrip in time for your flight to Manyara. Upon arrival, you will be picked up and transferred to Ngorongoro, where you will first glimpse the glistening streams, vast grasslands, and countless animals that await you in the crater the next day. Spend the evening leisurely having dinner and retire for the night.
Dinner and overnight at MAWE MAWE MANYARA LODGE – MANYARA: https://mawemawemanyaralodge.co.tz
The Ngorongoro crater, which is only 10 miles wide, was formed around three million years ago when a volcano collapsed. It is the world’s largest volcano caldera and is home to over 25,000 resident animals, making it a unique ecosystem. In the grass steppes and acacia forest, you can spot almost every animal in the East African savannah, including the African “Big Five”.
Dinner and overnight at NGORONGORO CRATER LIONS PAW: https://karibucamps.com/lions-paw/
On your final day, enjoy a relaxed morning at your beautiful lodge, savoring a delicious brunch as you reflect on the incredible experiences of the past week. Afterward, you’ll begin your journey to Manyara Airstrip, where you’ll be driven to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight. Whether you’re returning home or continuing your travels to Zanzibar or elsewhere, we’ll ensure your transfer is smooth and comfortable.
This marks the end of your unforgettable 8-day, 7-night safari adventure—a journey filled with breathtaking wildlife encounters, cultural discoveries, and stunning landscapes. While it’s always a bit emotional to say goodbye, we send you off with gratitude and hope that you’ll return one day to explore even more of Africa’s wonders.For those with time before their flight, optional activities such as a visit to a local Maasai village or a relaxing spa experience can be arranged. Your meal plan today includes breakfast at the lodge before departure.Safe travels, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Itinerary Map
Price Information
This price is per person, based on 2 people sharing. While this price reflects the suggested itinerary (including accommodation and excursions), this private trip is 100% tailor-made, and after you make your inquiry, a specialist can help you select the options best suited to your tastes and budget.
Departure Information
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Includes
- Airport transfer (to/from).
- 1 nights at the base town hotel (on Arrival and after the safari in bed and B/fast basis).
- 7 nights in classic/luxury safari lodges and tented camp (on full board basis)
- All the park entrance fee (Lake Manyara N.P, Serengeti N.P and Ngorongoro Crater.
- Concession fee (for overnight inside the park lodges).
- Crater service fee
- Transit fee.
- Safari Jeep (4 x 4 with pop up roof, Land cruiser make)
- Drinking water and lunches on entire safari.
- Driver Guide Salaries.
- 18% VAT inclusive.
Excludes
- Dinners and lunch at the hotel (at the base town hotel)
- International Flight tickets and Visas.
- Travel Insurance.
- Tips for the crew (not obligatory but we highly recommend contributions of $45 per person per day).
- Drinks and beverages at hotels and lodges
- Shopping and things of personal nature
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We have been receiving reviews from our served clients and Nyamera Treks & Safaris is rated 5/5 by customers. This honor is given to us by customers because we always remain committed to all our customers to do whatever is needed by them to make their safari fully satisfied.
Posted on Nesta OAugust 10, 2025Verified Book with Nyamera! I am a teenager, so I am writing from a young perspective. Our experience in Tanzania was awesome, from the animal experiences to the tribal ones! But, what made it most special where our guides, George, the owner and founder of Nyamera, and Hussein our wildlife expert. Anything we asked to see, they would find for us! We spent 2 hours watching a lioness hunt. In the beginning of the trip I told Hussein that one of our guides earlier in the trip found a chameleon in the dark. So, on our very last day we pull over onto the side of the road and he comes back with a chameleon on his finger. We were all in shock, as I had said this as a joke, but if you really want to see something Nyamera will try their very hardest to find that for you. If you have any desire at all to go to Tanzania, then book with Nyamera!Posted on Vanessa KJuly 25, 2025Verified Older Couple – Slow Pace, Big Comfort We are both in our early 60s and were looking for a trip that didn’t feel too rushed. Nyamera Treks and Safaris helped organize a safari that suited our pace. The guide always made sure we had time to stretch, take photos, and never felt hurried. The lodges were comfortable and had everything we needed. Seeing the animals in the Serengeti was a dream come true, and we especially enjoyed watching the sunset over the savannah. It was calm, quiet, and truly special.Posted on Rachel LJuly 24, 2025Verified Luxury Fly-in Safari Nyamera Treks arranged a luxury fly-in safari for our anniversary, and it was exceptional. We flew into Serengeti straight from Arusha—saving time and traveling in comfort. The lodges were stunning, the wildlife was everywhere, and the whole trip felt personalized. Trust them to plan something really specialPosted on VetmccJuly 23, 2025Verified Great Introduction to Tanzania Felt Welcomed from Day One This was my first trip to Tanzania and my first safari ever. I didn’t know what to expect, but I was warmly welcomed and guided throughout. The driver picked me up on time, explained what the day would look like, and made sure I had enough water and snacks. The scenery was stunning – endless open landscapes, acacia trees, and animals I’ve only seen in books. The guide didn’t just show us the animals; he told stories and gave context, which made it more meaningful. I left with a real appreciation for the country.Posted on Gregory OJuly 21, 2025Verified Personal seven day Safari and tribal experience George and the crew at Nyamera are the best! The personalized care that they gave myself in my family was unmatched. The personalized touch we were able to put on the trip, as well as their personalized touch made it an unforgettable trip. They really took the time to make sure that every little detail was taken care of. George, Hussein, and the rest of the crew have become family.Posted on Nancy SJune 11, 2025Verified Nyamera is the BEST! When I first reached out to Nyamera, I was concerned our Tanzanian trip was in jeopardy because based on conversations I had with other operators, we couldn’t afford to do all the things we wanted to experience. I was immediately put at ease by the owner’s amazing communication skills and his abilities to get everything we wanted on the itinerary within our budget. His follow up and organization was always very clear and we landed at Kiliminjaro Airport ready for the adventure of a lifetime. Our trip could not have been organized any better. Our guide was incredibly experienced and knowledgeable and showed genuine concern for our happiness.All the lodging was unique and comfortable and the meals exceeded our expectations. Our guide went out of his way to make sure we experienced all the wildlife sightings we desired. Lions in trees and posing on rocks, cheetahs with babies and carrying a fresh kill. We watched a lioness stalk a herd of wildebeest for 2 hours. We chased the migration and saw huge herds of wildebeest and zebras. Our minds were blown every day!We also had interactions with the Masai, Hadzabe and Dagota tribes which we highly recommend. And, don’t miss the forest walk at Lake Maynara, it was epic!We sang songs together in the Land Cruiser and learned about each other’s families. We arrived as clients, but we left as friends. This trip changed us. It bonded our family and it was worth EVERY penny. Do not hesitate to book with Nyamera! We will always arrange our Africa travel with them and recommend to all our friends and family as well!Posted on LiamMay 28, 2025Verified Organized and Reliable – Everything Ran Smoothly From the very beginning, everything about this trip was well arranged. I had lots of questions before booking, and I always got clear answers by email. When we arrived, someone was already waiting for us at the airport, which was reassuring after a long flight. The same care was shown throughout the safari – clean vehicle, plenty of bottled water, and a guide who clearly cared about both safety and making sure we had a good experience. I never felt lost or confused about the schedule. It all worked out better than I expected.Posted on Tim K.May 28, 2025Verified Relaxing End in Zanzibar – Just What We Needed After a week on the road, we were pretty tired. Spending the last part of our trip in Zanzibar was a perfect way to unwind. The beaches were peaceful and clean, and the water was so warm we ended up swimming every day. The trip was arranged in a way that everything flowed naturally. We had enough time to rest, but we also visited Stone Town, which gave us a taste of Zanzibar’s culture. It wasn’t rushed, and we appreciated that. We didn’t need to worry about anything – our airport pickup, ferry, and hotel were all sorted.Posted on AmeliaMay 27, 2025Verified Solo Traveler – Felt Safe and Cared For the Whole Time I was traveling alone and was a bit nervous, but from the first day I felt completely looked after. I was picked up on time at the airport and everything was explained clearly. During the safari, my guide made sure I was comfortable and included. Even though I was alone, I never felt awkward. The days were full of amazing sights — we saw elephants walking right beside our vehicle, and even spotted a rhino, which I didn’t expect. Evenings were peaceful, and I had time to read and rest. It felt like the right mix of adventure and personal space.Posted on Yusuph RamadhanMay 20, 2025Verified From Safari to Sea – A Well-Balanced Itinerary Our trip combined a few days in Serengeti with a Zanzibar beach stay, and I think the balance was perfect. The first part was full of action – early game drives, watching lions and hyenas, seeing a leopard in a tree. Then we flew to Zanzibar, where everything slowed down. Long walks on the beach, quiet dinners, and time to reflect. I liked that both parts of the trip had a completely different mood. It gave us time to experience the wild and then relax before heading back home.Tripadvisor rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 24 reviews
Best Time to Travel
The best time for a Tanzania safari largely depends on what you hope to experience. If witnessing the Great Migration in the Serengeti is your goal, then the dry season from late June to October is ideal, as the animals gather in search of water. However, if you’re interested in birdwatching or avoiding crowds, the wet season from November to May might be more appealing.
During this time, the landscapes are lush and green, and you may catch the birthing season, witnessing adorable baby animals taking their first steps. Ultimately, the best time for a Tanzania safari is when it aligns with your interests and preferences, as each season offers its unique charms and wildlife experiences.
Accommodation Style
During your safari adventure with Nyamera Treks And Safaris, you’ll experience the utmost comfort and luxury in carefully selected lodges and tented camps nestled amidst Tanzania’s breathtaking wilderness. Each lodge and camp offers spacious and well-appointed accommodations, providing a tranquil retreat after exhilarating days of wildlife exploration. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the African bush while indulging in modern amenities and personalized service.
Whether you’re unwinding in a cozy room with panoramic views or savoring delicious meals under the stars, our lodges and tented camps ensure an unforgettable safari experience where relaxation meets adventure.
Most Frequently Asked Questions
Tanzania Safari holidays are good all-year-round. Because of such close proximity to the equator, Tanzania undergoes two distinct dry and wet seasons. But the best-best time depends on the type of Tanzania safari activity you choose. However, the dry season of June to October is considered to be the best time to go on the Tanzania safari.
From December to March, the Serengeti Migration congregates in large herds around Lake Ndutu in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area of Tanzania Safari. So, the wildebeest migration in the Serengeti is usually during June and July and January to February is the perfect time to see the wildebeest calving.
Ideally, there is no fixed price range for Tanzania safari. There are several factors such as time, numbers of days, and accommodations types that influence the Tanzania safari cost. However, the average cost of Tanzania Safari per day can come down to $400 (dollars) per head for a lodge safari and around $200 (dollars) per day for camping.
Yes, Tanzania is a fairly safe country. Every year millions of tourists visit this beautiful country in the hopes of a thrilling Tanzania travel experience. And, the statistics say that maximum tourists leave the country with their heart bubbling with joy and a secret promise to visit again.
Tanzania offers a great range of lodges and tented camps. However, your Tanzania accommodations depend on the type of packages you have purchased like budget safaris, standard or luxury Tanzania safari.
The duration of an ideal Tanzania safari can take between 5 to 10 days, to ensure you hit all the top spots on your safari. The length though can depend on how long you’d like to stay and enjoy a specific place, hotel, park on your itinerary.
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