Wildebeest Pilgrimage
Overview
Embark on a thrilling 5-day ultimate annual Wildebeest pilgrimage adventure that takes you through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Experience the breathtaking Great Wildebeest Migration as you journey through the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park. This safari offers a perfect blend of adventure, wildlife encounters, and cultural immersion, all while being budget-conscious. Witness the spectacular sights of over a million wildebeest moving across the plains, the Big Five in their natural habitat, and the unique cultural practices of the Masai people.
Day 1Arusha to Central Serengeti
Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Arusha to the heart of Serengeti National Parks, As you pass through the lush landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you’ll marvel at the stunning views of the expansive plains. Upon entering the Serengeti, you’ll descend into the vibrant ecosystem of the central park area, known as Seronera. This region, centered around the Seronera River, is teeming with wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and a variety of bird species. After a delightful lunch, enjoy an exhilarating afternoon game drive, where you can spot predators in action and witness the diverse fauna that the Serengeti is famous for.
Accomodation
Engiterata Adventure Camp
Breakfast
Included
Lunch
Included
Dinner
Included
Day 2Northern Serengeti
Our 7 Days Serengeti Wildebeest Migration tours start- we drive to Tarangire National Park, for excellent game viewing. Tarangire is a small park that offers some excellent sights. Generally, in the dry seasons, Tarangire comes alive as wildlife and birdlife congregate on the Tarangire River, which is a permanent source of water. We spend the night in our lodge beautifully set inside the park with stunning views and a unique atmosphere. In the late afternoon, we make a journey from the park to our Hotel in Karatu.
Accomodation
Serengeti View Camp
Breakfast
Included
Lunch
Included
Dinner
Included
Day 3Serengeti - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Start your day with an early morning game drive, catching the Serengeti at dawn when the wildlife is most active. As the sun rises over the horizon, the golden light bathes the savannah, creating a magical setting for photography and wildlife observation. After a hearty brunch at the camp, continue your adventure towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is renowned for its diverse ecosystems and dense wildlife population, all within the majestic Ngorongoro Crater, the largest unbroken caldera in the world.
Accomodation
Rhino lodge
Breakfast
Included
Lunch
Included
Dinner
Included
Day 4Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
After breakfast, we head towards the western reaches of the Serengeti National Park, also known as the Western Corridor. We will do a game drive en-route from the Seronera area to the Western Corridor area. The wildebeest migration can normally be found in the Western Corridor area end of April, May, and June, depending on rainfall patterns. Also, the beauty of the landscape stretching without end beneath an infinite sky o Serengeti western safari.
Accomodation
Tukaone Camps
Breakfast
Included
Lunch
Included
Dinner
Included
Day 5Serengeti Western Corridor - Ngorongoro Area
On the final day of your safari, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” The crater floor is home to an astonishing array of wildlife, including the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo. As you traverse this unique landscape, you’ll also encounter zebras, wildebeests, and various antelope species, all against the backdrop of the towering Great Rift Wall. Optional visits to a local Masai village provide a cultural insight into the traditional way of life of one of Africa’s most renowned tribes. In the late afternoon, you’ll return to Arusha, with drop-off at your hotel or the airport, concluding your unforgettable safari adventure.
Accomodation
Karatu
Breakfast
Included
Lunch
Included
Dinner
Included
Day 6Ngorongoro Crater Tour
Early morning we drive to the final destination of this epic safari – Ngorongoro crater by driving around the crater rim. Finally, we descend the 600 high walls of the Ngorongoro Crater to the floor of the Crater for a full day of game drives. The crater walls provide a natural sanctuary for the animals, which means there is plenty to see: lions, elephants, buffalo, rhino, and leopards (if you are lucky). The only animal you won’t see here is a giraffe, whose long legs are unable to cope with the steep sides of the crater. After another memorable safari, we drive back to Arusha
Accomodation
Arusha
Breakfast
Included
Lunch
Included
Dinner
Not Included
What is the Great Migration
The annual wildebeest migration, also known as the Great Migration, is a massive, circular movement of over 1.5 million wildebeest, along with hundreds of thousands of zebras and other animals, across the Serengeti plains in Tanzania and the Masai Mara in Kenya, in search of fresh grazing and water.
Perfect time to go
The migration follows a predictable annual cycle, though the exact timing can vary based on rainfall patterns
Calving Season
In January to March, the calving season occurs in the southern Serengeti, where over 8,000 calves are born daily.
River Crossing
The most dramatic part of the migration is the crossing of the Mara River, which is a dangerous but awe-inspiring spectacle.
Predator Season
The migration provides ample opportunities to see predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas hunting for prey.
Places to go
The migration takes place in the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya.
- Full board accomodation whilst on safari in the above mentioned en suite, tented camps and lodges.
- Private safari guide
- Private 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
- Transfers in both directions between the international airport
- Park fees
- Crater fees
- All meals while on the Mountain
- Airport arrival/Departure meet and greets at the airport.
- On safari - Vehicles equipped with ice chest with mineral water, wildlife guidebooks
- Government taxes, VAT and service charges relating to accomodation and included meals.
- Any International or Local flights (from/to home)
- Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Hotel (available as an optional addon)
- Transfers (available as an optional addon)
- Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
- Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Liquors, beers and bottled beverages