Tanzania: In the footsteps of the migration 2018

Day 3 - Tarangire

On morning and afternoon safaris you are sure to encounter the large concentrations of elephant.

The river attracts an abundance of game and you may find leopard resting in the shady trees.When not out on game drives enjoy a bush walk or a visit to the local Maasai community, or perhaps soar over the park in a hot air balloon, enjoying a safari from a bird's point of view!

Accommodation: Tarangire Treetops - Treetop Room (B, L, D)

Day 4 - Ngorongoro Crater

Today you drive to Gibbs Farm for lunch. Overlooking the coffee fields and stunning East African vista, surrounded by terraced flower gardens and ancient trees, a visit to Gibb’s Farm provides the opportunity to experience nature first-hand. You will discover an organic oasis, replete with natural beauty, healthful food and sustainable living. After lunch continue to Ngorongoro Serena Lodge.

Ngorongoro Crater is a remnant of an ancient volcano with one of the greatest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. You will stay at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge, with its blend of luxury and ethnic style, hugging the crater rim, and offering stunning views. Regularly voted one of the best hotels in the world, this unique lodge clings to the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, the largest and most perfect volcanic crater on Earth. The lodge is built from local river stone and camouflaged with indigenous vines. Designed to blend completely into the landscape, it is entirely invisible from the floor of the Crater below.

Known as ‘the eighth wonder of the world' the Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa's best-known wildlife arenas. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it offers a unique biosphere, which has remained virtually unchanged since the dawn of time. Deep within the Crater, enclosed by towering walls, some 25,000 large mammals wander the plains, lakes and forests of ‘the land that time forgot', dominated by enormous bull elephants, rhinos and lions.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge - Standard Room (B, L, D)

Day 5 - Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast descend through the early morning mists 2,000 feet into the crater for an awesome wildlife experience. Savor a picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the crater, returning to the lodge in the late afternoon.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge - Standard Room (B, L, D)

Day 6 - Serengeti

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

Between December and March

You will stay at the remote Sanctuary Kusini 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 verandahs have lovely views and personal attendants to cater to your every need.

Between April and May

Fly to the Serengeti Pioneer Camp located in South Central Serengeti and ideally situated for terrific access to the annual migration. Tents with amazing views are designed to evoke the best of an era long-gone. Evocative room interiors combined with exemplary service and exceptional game viewing opportunities make this a top choice.

Between June and July

A member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World group, Kirawira Serena Camp offers the epitome of classic ‘Out of Africa' safari camp luxury. It is located adjacent to the famous western corridor of the Serengeti National Park - arena of the ‘Greatest Wildlife Show on Earth', the annual migration of over one million wildebeest.

Designed in typically Edwardian style, this exclusive camp has 25 widely-spaced luxury tents, raised on timber platforms, each with a glorious view of the plains. Each tent has a spacious furnished deck leading to a bedroom furnished in antique Edwardian style with steamer-trunks, writing desk, brass lamps, rugs, sepia photographs and four-poster bed with patchwork quilt. Each tent has its own personal valet.

Between August and November

Serengeti Bushtops Camp, with the famous Mara River just 15 miles away is situated directly in the path of the spectacular annual wildebeest migration, which takes place here between June and November. Serengeti Bushtops’ is an oasis of 5-star luxury within a magical setting. Huge tents offer seductive luxury and lavish facilities including a large private terrace, a hot tub, 24-hour butler service and massages available in your tent.

Accommodation: Sanctuary Kusini Camp  OR Kirawira Luxury Tented Camp OR Serengeti Pioneer Camp  OR Serengeti Bushtops Luxury Tented Camp (B, L, D)

Day 7 - Serengeti

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 Kusini Camp OR Kirawira Luxury Tented Camp OR Serengeti Pioneer Camp OR Serengeti Bushtops Luxury Tented Camp (B, L, D)

Day 8 - Serengeti

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.

After the excitement of game viewing, savour a superb gourmet meal, accompanied by a selection of fine wines.

Accommodation: Sanctuary Kusini Camp OR Kirawira Luxury Tented Camp OR Serengeti Pioneer Camp OR Serengeti Bushtops Luxury Tented Camp (B, L, D)

Day 9

Bid Africa goodbye as you fly to Kilimanjaro for your international or ongoing connection (B)