Arrival Day: Arrival Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by our professional team for a transfer to Arusha. This day is for orientation and resting before the academic part of the journey begins. You might see local bird species in the hotel gardens, which is a great start for any nature enthusiast. The drive to your hotel takes about one hour.
Destination: Kilimanjaro Airport
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel
luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park then Manyara or Karatu
You leave Arusha for Tarangire National Park to study the social behavior of African elephants and the ecology of baobab trees. You will spend the day viewing wildlife along the Tarangire River. The travel distance is 150 kilometers and takes about 3 hours of driving. You might witness a herd of elephants digging for water in the riverbed, showcasing their incredible environmental adaptation skills.
Destination: Tarangire
Accommodation: Karatu Simba Lodge
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Manyara or Karatu to Serengeti for a Half-Day Game Drive
After breakfast, you head toward the Serengeti, traveling through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will enter the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive focused on the transition between highland and savannah ecosystems. The travel distance is approximately 200 kilometers and takes 5 hours. Keep an eye out for how predators like lions utilize the granite kopjes as vantage points for hunting.
Destination: Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Seronera Campsite Camp
budget 2 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Central to Northern Serengeti Full Day Tour
Today you travel north to track the Great Migration herds. This full-day journey takes you through different vegetation zones as you move toward the Mara River. The distance is about 150 kilometers and takes 4 to 5 hours. You will learn about the geological factors that influence the movement of thousands of wildebeests across the plains every year.
Destination: Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Northern Serengeti Full Day Migration River Crossing
The focus today is on the Mara River and the ecological impact of the river crossing. You will spend the day near the water, hoping to see the wildebeests brave the crocodile-infested waters. This 8-day Study Tour safari in Serengeti Migration provides insights into predator-prey dynamics. Seeing a massive herd suddenly decide to plunge into the river is a moment of pure adrenaline and a perfect lesson in animal behavior.
Destination: Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Northern Serengeti Full Day Tour to Central Serengeti
After a final morning in the north, you start your journey back to the Central Serengeti. This area is famous for its high concentration of big cats like lions and cheetahs. The drive covers 150 kilometers and takes roughly 4 hours. You might spot a leopard draped over a branch in an acacia tree, a great subject for studying the camouflage and stealth of nocturnal hunters.
Destination: Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Seronera Campsite Camp
budget 2 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Central Serengeti Full Day Tour
Spend the day exploring the Seronera Valley, where wildlife is abundant year-round. You will look for predators and unique bird species while learning about the management of national parks. This 8-day Study Tour safari allows for a flexible schedule to watch animal behavior. You may see a pride of lions guarding a fresh kill, which offers an intense look at the energy transfer in the savannah.
Destination: Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Seronera Campsite Camp
budget 2 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Serengeti Morning Game Drive to Ngorongoro
You will enjoy a morning game drive in the Serengeti before heading toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. The drive is about 140 kilometers and takes approximately 4 hours. As you climb the crater rim, the temperature drops and the scenery becomes lush. You might see a beautiful sunset over the crater floor, offering a spectacular view of the caldera and its unique geography.
Destination: Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp
premium luxury 5 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Full Day Tour to Arusha
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of wildlife viewing in this natural sanctuary. You will look for the rare black rhino and study the closed ecosystem of the crater floor. After a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, you drive back to Arusha. The drive is 180 kilometers and takes 4 hours. You may be surprised to see Maasai herders walking with their cattle right next to zebras, illustrating human-wildlife co-existence.
Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel
luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
TOUR PRICE/COST
We offer two pricing options:
The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.
Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.
Private (Shared) Price
| No of pax | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | $3,771 pp | $2,828 pp |
| 2 Pax | $2,746 pp | $2,060 pp |
| 3 Pax | $2,404 pp | $1,803 pp |
| 4 Pax | $2,234 pp | $1,675 pp |
| 5 Pax | $2,131 pp | $1,598 pp |
| 6 Pax | $2,063 pp | $1,547 pp |
| 7+ Pax | $2,014 pp | $1,510 pp |
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8 Days Serengeti Migration Safari Study Tour
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