Tanzania
Migration Adventure
Trip Details
Arusha | Ngorongoro Crater | Serengeti
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Experience
- Luxurious accommodations with amenities inspired by African heritage.
Explore
- Tanzania’s stunning landscapes with thrilling daytime and night safari drives, witnessing iconic wildlife like lions, elephants, zebra, and more.
Taste
- Authentic flavors under a canopy of stars with exclusive private dining experiences.
Experience a journey that helps combat poverty while immersing yourself in the beauty of Tanzania at TAASA Lodge. Driven by a mission to empower the local community, TAASA is located in the Loliando region, near the remote Maasai village of Ololosokwan. Remarkably, 70% of the lodge’s staff come from this village, reflecting their commitment to sustainable development and cultural preservation.
Deepen your connection to the Maasai culture through meaningful experiences like the Maasai Beading Class, where your participation directly supports Maasai widows. You can also make a lasting impact by joining the Wine-to-Water Filtration initiative, providing clean drinking water to local communities.
Day 1 - Kilimanjaro/Arusha
On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by a Lion World Travel representative and transferred to Arusha Coffee Lodge. The theme of coffee permeates throughout the lodge which offers comfortable accommodations and surrounded by the evergreen coffee fields.
Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge – Plantation Room (D)
Day 2 - Arusha/Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, depart on the ‘Bean-To-Cup’ Coffee Estate Tour within the grounds of the lodge. Tour the coffee plantation to see how the coffee is grown, harvested, dried, and produced.
Later you can visit Shanga – a social enterprise, which employs people with disabilities to create unique high-quality handmade jewelry and glassware using recycled materials. These products are sold in their shop, as well as around the world. The profits are reinvested into developing opportunities to employ more people with disabilities.
After lunch at the lodge begin your Tanzania safari as you depart on the drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Accommodation: TNS Ngorongoro Rim Lodge – Standard Room (B, L, D)
Day 3 - Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, descend 2,000 feet into the crater for an awesome wildlife experience and game drive with a bush lunch on the crater floor.
Accommodation: TNS Ngorongoro Rim Lodge – Standard Room (B, L, D)
Day 4 - Ngorongoro/Serengeti National Park
After breakfast at the lodge, you will transfer to Manyara Airport for your scheduled flight to Kogatende.
This unique tented camp is nestled within the dramatic landscapes of the Serengeti as it moves with nature throughout the year. Following the migratory herds, guests have an unparalleled opportunity to witness the extraordinary migration in luxurious comfort.
July to October is the classic safari migration season. After a day of thrilling game drives in Tanzania's Serengeti National Park, unwind with sundowners overlooking the wilderness beneath a star-filled African sky.
Accommodation: TAASA Migration Camp – Luxury Tent (B, L, D)
Day 5 - Serengeti National Park
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure as you embark an exciting game drive.
TAASA is in Kogatende during this time, so it is positioned for prime viewing of the massive herds of wildebeest and zebra concentrated around water sources.
Accommodation: TAASA Migration Camp – Luxury Tent (B, L, D)
Day 6 - Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, transfer to TAASA Lodge by the camp’s vehicle.
TAASA Lodge offers 12 luxurious tents, each with en-suite bathrooms and private verandahs, blending African design with modern amenities providing a tranquil retreat. Your unique experience at TAASA Lodge lets you immerse yourself in the unspoiled beauty of the African wilderness as you enjoy the breathtaking views of the Serengeti plains and the luxurious accommodations.
On night-time safaris guests get to enjoy the beauty of the African bush in open safari vehicles. Get cozy under a warm blanket as your guide takes you on a thrilling adventure to witness the magic of the nocturnal world. Spot elusive predators as they stalk their prey under the cover of darkness. The night game drive is full of surprises, making it an unforgettable experience vastly different from the daytime game drives.
During your stay enjoy the Wine to Water Filtration Experience. Guests can see firsthand how water filters are manufactured and distributed to the Maasai community.
These filters have proven to reduce waterborne diseases and child sickness by 40% for children under the age of 6, making it a highly impactful way to support the community. Lion World Travel will donate $50 (the cost of a filter) for each visit.
Accommodation: TAASA Lodge – Luxury Tent (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Serengeti National Park
Experience another day of the wonders of the Serengeti wildlife on this unforgettable journey.
Explore the vast grassy plains on exciting safaris, with the opportunity to observe a wide variety of wildlife. Enjoy the thrill of adventure in open safari vehicles that will leave you mesmerized.
Today there will be a Beading Class with Maasai Widows. This is a cultural exchange experience where guests can learn Maasai beading techniques, while supporting the local community. 100% of the funds from the class go directly to the Maasai women involved.
Accommodation: TAASA Lodge – Luxury Tent (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Serengeti National Park
Another day to enjoy morning and afternoon game viewing activities.
This evening there is an Exclusive Dinner Experience – a private dinner under the stars, complete with butler service, exclusively offered for our guests. This intimate dining experience offers a unique way to enjoy the African Wilderness.
Accommodation: TAASA Lodge – Luxury Tent (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Serengeti National Park/Depart
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Arusha. You will be met on arrival at Arusha Airport and transferred to Arusha Coffee Lodge for lunch and have the use of a dayroom. Check out of the day room at 6:00pm and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your scheduled flight.(B)
Return home with memories of a trip of a lifetime!
Add-Ons
Gorilla Trekking
We suggest you enhance this once in a lifetime trip with a moving and poignant visit with endangered Mountain Gorillas. A 4-night extension to Rwanda to participate in gorilla trekking is highly recommended. See our Gorillas of Rwanda itinerary for more details.
Azure Zanzibar
Zanzibar is the perfect post-safari beach destination, with its white sandy beaches, azure waters and alluring culture. Check out our Azure Zanzibar itinerary or speak to one of our Africa Specialists for more information.
| July 15 - October 31 | |
| Selling Price | $8990 |
Inclusions:
- All transport and game drives in a 6-seater, 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing & photography with an English-speaking driver/guide
- Guranteed window seat
- Game drives as indicated in the itinerary
- Internal flights
- All accommodation and meals as specified
- All park fees and government taxes
- Lion World Travel Representative meet and greet upon arrival
Exclusions:
- International flights and flight taxes
- Visa fees
- All items of a personal nature, e.g. drinks, tips, laundry, etc.
- Changes or deviations from the itinerary
- Porterage
- Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption and Medical Insurance are required for the entire duration of your travels – please note that insurance for this trip is a mandatory requirement from suppliers in Africa – proof of insurance must be provided before bookings are confirmed. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you have sufficient insurance coverage.
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Suggested Itinerary
“If you’re looking to see “the Greatest Show on Earth”, this itinerary is for you: witness the amazing spectacle of the great migration and experience Tanzania's wildlife in open safari vehicles. All of this while staying at ultra-luxurious safari camps. This exciting itinerary takes you to three wildlife areas: Tarangire National Park, with its baobab studded landscapes, the wildlife rich plains of The Serengeti and the exceptional Ngorongoro National Park, where you descend into the world’s largest volcanic caldera, an ancient crater, home to the densest population of animals in Africa. This is an experience like no other.”
- Delicia Black, Lion World Travel
