10-Day Great Migration Photographic Safari (December to March)
Itinerary Overview
Itinerary
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Itinerary Overview
Itinerary
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Overview
The 10-Day Great Migration Photographic Safari (December to March) is a specialized wildlife photography experience designed to capture the dramatic beauty of Tanzania during the calving season in the southern plains. This is the best time to witness thousands of wildebeest giving birth, attracting predators and creating unforgettable photographic moments.
This carefully crafted itinerary takes you through Tarangire National Park, the iconic Serengeti National Park, and the wildlife-rich Ndutu region, before concluding at the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater.
With extended stays in key wildlife areas, this safari offers photographers the perfect opportunity to capture golden light, predator action, and vast landscapes, making it ideal for both professional and amateur photographers.
Safari Highlights
- Prime Great Migration (calving season) photography from December to March
- Two nights in Tarangire National Park with elephants and baobab trees
- Two nights in Serengeti National Park
- Four nights in Ndutu (Southern Serengeti) – best for migration photography
- Early morning and sunset photographic game drives
- Opportunity to capture predator-prey action
- Visit to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater
- Diverse landscapes: savannah, woodlands, crater, and seasonal lakes
- Ideal for wildlife photographers and content creators
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) or Arusha airport. Meet your safari guide and transfer to your hotel in Arusha for rest and briefing.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Arusha
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park.
Enjoy your first photographic game drive, capturing elephants, giraffes, zebras, and the iconic baobab trees. Afternoon light offers excellent photography conditions.
Dinner and overnight near Tarangire.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or camp in/near Tarangire
Day 3: Tarangire National Park – Full Day Photographic Safari
Spend a full day in Tarangire National Park focusing on wildlife photography.
Early morning and late afternoon game drives provide the best lighting to capture wildlife behavior and scenic landscapes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or camp in/near Tarangire
Day 4: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive to Serengeti National Park via the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands.
Enjoy game viewing en route, with opportunities to photograph wildlife along the way. Arrive in the afternoon for a game drive in Serengeti.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in Serengeti
Day 5: Serengeti National Park – Full Day Photographic Safari
Spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park.
Capture images of predators, large herds, and dramatic landscapes. Morning and evening game drives offer ideal golden hour photography.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in Serengeti
Day 6: Serengeti – Ndutu (Southern Serengeti)
After breakfast, drive to the Ndutu region, located in the southern Serengeti ecosystem.
Enjoy game drives en route and arrive in time for an afternoon photographic session.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in Ndutu
Day 7: Ndutu – Full Day Photographic Safari
Spend the day exploring Ndutu, the heart of the Great Migration calving season.
Photograph wildebeest calves, predator interactions, and wide-open plains under perfect lighting conditions.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or camp in Ndutu
Day 8: Ndutu – Full Day Photographic Safari
Another full day dedicated to photography in Ndutu.
Focus on composition, wildlife behavior, and unique scenes, including lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and large herds of animals.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or camp in Ndutu
Day 9: Ndutu – Ngorongoro Crater – Overnight in Karatu
After breakfast, depart Ndutu and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive, capturing diverse wildlife including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, and flamingos.
After a picnic lunch, ascend and drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge in Karatu
Day 10: Karatu – Transfer to Arusha / KIA
After breakfast, transfer back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) for your departure.
This concludes your unforgettable 10-Day Great Migration Photographic Safari (December to March).
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
End of Safari
Trekking Price Include
- Transport from/to park gate & airport transfer
- Pre & post climb accommodation (B&B) in Moshi/Arusha
- Park, camping & rescue fees
- Mountain tent & mattress
- Professional English speaking guide(s); porters & cook
- 8 breakfasts; 7 lunches; 6 dinners
- Water; tea and coffee with meals
Treking Price Exclude
- Flights
- Lunch & dinner in Moshi
- Travel insurance
- Visa and passport fees
- Increases in park fees where applicable
- Personal equipment
- Sleeping bag
- Tips for guide(s), porters & cook
- Soda and Alcoholic beverages
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We also design custom self-drive tours for our clients based tailored to their budget and preferences.
