Overview
Imagine thousands of wildebeests and zebras together in a herd, all moaning and braying in their distinctive sounds, kicking up dust and protecting each other from the surrounding predators. Impressive as this may be (and trust us – it is!), if you add a river to that equation, it becomes truly a unique spectacle! This is the yearly Mara River crossing of the Great Wildebeest Migration in northern Serengeti, which only occurs from late July to early October.
This route takes you straight to the area of this apotheosis of nature, where – if you’re fortunate – you might see the herds risking their lives in a river full of crocs. Crocs? Indeed, those nasty buggers, and no, this is not a route for the faint-hearted! Oh, and did we mention it also passes by the elephant-packed Tarangire and the impressive Ngorongoro crater on the way back?
Highlights
- The Dramatic Mara River Crossing: Position yourself along the banks of Northern Serengeti from late July to early October to witness thousands of wildebeests and zebras taking the perilous leap across crocodile-dense waters.
- Pure Wildlife Drama & Predator Action: Hear the roar of herds, feel the dust rise, and watch top apex predators—giant Nile crocodiles, lion prides, and leopards—on high alert during peak migration season.
- Tarangire’s Elephant Haven: Drive among majestic baobab trees and experience up-close encounters with Tanzania’s largest concentration of elephant herds.
- The Iconic Ngorongoro Crater: Descend into a 600-meter-deep UNESCO World Heritage caldera teeming with incredible wildlife densities, including the rare black rhino.
- Unfiltered Northern Circuit Adventure: An action-packed safari tailored for thrill-seekers, photography enthusiasts, and lovers of raw African wilderness.