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Serengeti Wildlife Safari: Great Migration

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Kilimanjaro International Airport, Tanzania / Kilimanjaro International Airport, Tanzania

Length

11 Days/10 Nights

Fitness Level

Level 1 - What's This?

Group Size

Up To 6 Guests

Highlights
  • Witness one of nature's great events, the Great Migration, as millions of wildebeest and zebras traverse the Serengeti in search of fresh grazing grounds.

  • Capture extraordinary moments during the riveting 'River Crossing' segment of the migration, where wildebeest and zebras brave treacherous river crossings.

  • Stay in safari camps in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater that offer a unique blend of comfort and authenticity, and the best locations for the Great Migration

  • Benefit from the expertise of experienced and knowledgeable local guides, considered the best in Tanzania.

  • Receive guidance and instruction from professional photographer, ensuring you can capture world-class images

If you have any questions about a trip, itinerary, or gear, our Photo Experience Coordinators are available for a personalized one-on-one consultation to provide all the details you need.
Trip Description:

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime photo safari with Backcountry Journeys' Serengeti Wildlife Safari: Great Migration. This 11-day photo safari immerses you in the awe-inspiring spectacle of the renowned Great Migration in southern Africa. Witness the raw power and sheer beauty of this natural phenomenon as millions of wildebeest, zebras, and other wildlife traverse vast landscapes in search of fresh grazing grounds. This massive congregation brings predators from all over the land, making for dramatic encounters between prey-predator. Get your camera ready!

The highlight of this trip is the Great Migration, specifically the legendary 'River Crossing'. Prepare to capture extraordinary moments during the riveting river crossing segment of the Great Migration. This pivotal phase of the migration unfolds as the wildebeest and zebras brave treacherous river crossings, defying lurking crocodiles and powerful currents. It's a dramatic display of survival instincts and breathtaking scenes that will leave you in awe.

Throughout your journey, we prioritize your comfort and provide an exceptional experience amidst the wild. Indulge in the unique blend of relaxation and authenticity offered by our camps. These havens of rustic elegance connect you with the African wilderness while providing exceptional amenities, including comfortable beds and en-suite bathrooms. We'll take you to the Ngorongoro Crater and then to two carefully selected camps in the heart of the Serengeti, with one strategically located near the banks of the Mara River—a prime spot for witnessing the Great Migration.

Our experienced and knowledgeable local guides, considered the best in Tanzania, will accompany you every step of the way, sharing their expertise and insights into the region's wildlife and natural history. Plus, of course you'll have one of our professional photographers to guide you and help you capture world-class images of the Great Migration. Our local guides have worked with us extensively and understand photography - that's a key benefit when you're out on a photo safari. We'll get you in the right places, at the right angles, at the right times.

Prepare to witness the extraordinary migration up close and capture remarkable photographs that will forever preserve the essence of this remarkable event. As the golden savannah stretches before you, your lens will capture the raw beauty of wildebeest herds thundering across the plains, zebras creating a mesmerizing tapestry, and predators prowling in anticipation of their next meal.

Beyond the Great Migration, the Serengeti boasts an incredible diversity of wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and an array of colorful bird species.

Join us on this unforgettable journey, where the majesty of the Great Migration unfolds before your eyes. This is your opportunity to capture nature's grandest spectacle through your lens!

What's Included
  • All listed meals and non-alcoholic beverages during the workshop

  • All transportation during the workshop

  • All lodging during the workshop

  • All internal flights

  • Airport transfers

  • All permits and park fees

  • AMREF Medical Evacuation Coverage

  • Professional photography guiding and instruction

  • Gratuity for service staff, local guide, and drivers

What's Not Included
  • Flights to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

  • Meals not listed as included on the itinerary

  • Lodging outside workshop dates

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Souvenirs and personal items

  • Excess baggage fees on regional flight

  • Gratuity for photography guide(s)

  • Trip Insurance (required) - see plans here.

 Trip Itinerary 

Most Meals Included – (B,L,D) denotes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 1 (Travel Day) (D)


Arrive to Kilimanjaro International Airport in Tanzania. After clearing customs, you will be met by our tour representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Arusha is a vibrant city known for its diverse cultures, stunning natural beauty, and rich history as the starting point for many safari expeditions in the Serengeti and Mount Kilimanjaro. It offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, with bustling markets, lush gardens, and cultural landmarks to explore. There will be an orientation and welcome dinner this evening.

Days 2 - 3 (B,L,D)

We will depart for the Ngorongoro Crater and drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The next two days you'll discover the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, a 100 square mile caldera teeming with over 25,000 large mammals and 500 bird species, where you can witness lions, elephants, and zebras roam freely in their natural habitat at over 2,000 feet deep - a breathtaking natural wonder that will leave you speechless.

Days 4 - 5 (B,L,D)

Our next destination is world famous Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti is the most famous wildlife reserve in the world. The park is known for its expansive savannas, dotted with acacia trees, and its abundant wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, and wildebeests.

Our camp will be in the heart of the Great Migration, one of the largest mammal migrations in the world, in which millions of wildebeests, zebras, and other animals move in search of fresh grazing grounds. We'll spend the next two days on wildlife safaris in the central Serengeti. Expect amazing wildlife encounters!

Days 6 - 10 (B,L,D)

Our final camp is located in the northern Serengeti, close to the banks of the Mara River. Get ready for the greatest show on earth - the Mara River Crossing! These days will be dedicated to chasing the migrating herds as they cross the Mara River.

Day 11 (B)

There will be a morning safari before we transfer to a local airstrip for flights back to Arusha and transfers to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for departure flights. Return flights can be booked any time after 5 pm local time. 

Please note that the exact sequence of the itineraries on all photography trips will be based on weather and lighting conditions. The goal on these trips is to make sure we are at the right place at the right time for the perfect light on our subjects. Also, itineraries can change for a variety of other circumstances including floods, forest fires, national park closures, road closures, and more. Due to the nature of wildlife and landscape photography, we do not guarantee any specific sightings or specific compositions.
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Every trip with BCJ has been an outstanding experience. The guides are professional photographers who put the experience of the guests first. They are willing to provide as much hands on help as you need/want. The guides are also extremely knowledgeable and well trained in wilderness safety as well as the areas they guide.

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"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations worldwide.

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