Mara River Adventure 10 Days

Introduction

Go on a Wildebeest Calving Safari with Roaring Lion Adventures, experiencing Tanzania’s wildlife during the breathtaking Great Wildebeest Migration calving season. Explore the diverse landscapes of Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro National Park, and witness the awe-inspiring sight of wildebeests giving birth on the vast Serengeti plains. Conclude your adventure by relaxing on Zanzibar’s idyllic beaches, creating unforgettable memories.

Day by day itinerary

Day 01: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Upon your arrival, we’ll gladly pick you up from the airport and transport you to your cozy lodge in Arusha town.

Day 02: Arusha → Tarangire National Park

Following breakfast, embark on an exhilarating full-day game drive in Tarangire during your Wildebeest Calving Safari, with a delightful picnic lunch included.

Day 03: Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, set out on a full-day game drive with a packed lunch. Explore the park until noon, return for a hot lunch, then head out for an evening game drive.

Day 04: Tarangire Natioal Park → Ngorongoro NCAA

Enjoy a morning game drive in Tarangire, followed by a drive to Mto Wa Mbu for a local lunch and cultural visit. Then, proceed to Ngorongoro for an overnight stay.

Day 05: Ngorongoro NCAA → Central Serengeti

After breakfast, we venture to the crater for a 6-hour game drive. Later, we travel to central Serengeti for our overnight stay.

Day 06: Central Serengeti

Embark on a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch during your Wildebeest Calving Safari, or choose an early morning drive followed by a hot lunch. In the evening, set out for another thrilling game drive. Optional: Enjoy an early morning balloon ride, followed by lunch at the camp.

Day 07: Central Serengeti → North Serengeti

Depart after breakfast for Northern Serengeti (Kogatende), enjoying a game drive en route to take in the spectacular landscapes and wildlife sightings along the way.

Day 8-9: Northern Serengeti (Kogatende)

Set out early for a game drive with a packed lunch, aiming to witness the thrilling wildebeest river crossings. Since the timing is unpredictable, we’ll follow the Mara River to maximize our chances of experiencing this awe-inspiring spectacle.

Optional Activity: Early morning balloon ride.

Day 10: Northern Serengeti (Kogatende Airstrip) → Arusha → JRO

Following breakfast and check-out, embark on a game drive en route to Kogatende airstrip for your flight to Arusha as part of your Wildebeest Calving Safari. Upon arrival at Arusha airport, our representative will greet you.

Optional Activity: Explore shopping in Arusha town.

Later in the evening, our guide/driver will transfer you to JRO.

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