Experience our top best 14-day mid-range private safari combining the thrilling Great Migration river crossings, unforgettable Kilimanjaro day hikes, and immersive cultural experiences. Enjoy affordable and quality accommodations, guided by our expert team, ensuring a safe, memorable, and enriching adventure. Witness Africa’s wildlife, landscapes, and local traditions while enjoying cheap yet exceptional services for a once-in-a-lifetime journey.
15 Days Mid-Range Great Migration River Cross Private Safari, Kilimanjaro Day Hiking and Culture (2026 - 2027) Tour Summary
Tour Features for 15 Days Mid-Range Great Migration River Cross Private Safari, Kilimanjaro Day Hiking and Culture (2026 - 2027)
Standard of tour
Midrange: This tour uses lodges and tented camps
Tour style
Private: This tour is arranged solely for you and will not be shared with others
Customizable Tour
Feel free to request minor Changes to suit your preferences
Suitable for all travelers
Best for the year : 2026, 2027, 2028, and +
Activities and Transportation: 15 Days Mid-Range Great Migration River Cross Private Safari, Kilimanjaro Day Hiking and Culture (2026 - 2027)
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Activities: Game drives,
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Getting around: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle,
15 Days Mid-Range Great Migration River Cross Private Safari, Kilimanjaro Day Hiking and Culture (2026 - 2027) Tour details
Arrival in Tanzania
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be picked up and transferred to Moshi town. At the Panama Garden Resort, you will meet your guide for a full briefing about your upcoming Kilimanjaro hike. An equipment check will be done, and any missing gear can be rented on this day.
- Main Destination:
- Moshi
- Accommodation:
- Panama Garden Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Kilimanjaro Day Hike – Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
After breakfast, depart Moshi around 6:00 am and drive for 2.5 hours to Marangu Gate. Begin your hike through lush rainforest trails towards Mandara Hut (2,743m). Along the way, meet climbers descending from the summit. After lunch at Mandara Hut, enjoy a short walk to Maundi Crater, with stunning views of Taveta and Mawenzi Peak. Descend back to Marangu Gate and return to Moshi.
- Main Destination:
- Marangu gate
- Accommodation:
- Panama Garden Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Materuni Waterfalls, Coffee Tour & Chemka Hot Springs
After breakfast, depart Moshi for the village of Materuni, famous for its coffee farms. Learn traditional Chagga coffee-making techniques and enjoy a fresh cup. Take a scenic 45-minute hike to the Materuni Waterfalls, then later relax at Chemka Hot Springs (Kikuletwa), a natural oasis. In the evening, transfer to Arusha for an overnight stay
- Main Destination:
- Materuni Waterfalls
- Accommodation:
- Panama Garden Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Lake Manyara
After breakfast, drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large herds of elephants. Game drives reveal lions, giraffes, ostriches, cheetahs, buffalo, and playful baboons. Later, continue to Lake Manyara where you will enjoy dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
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Fanaka Safari Lodge & Camps
- Meals & Drinks:
Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, known for tree-climbing lions, elephants, hippos, giraffes, and over 400 bird species. Picnic lunch will be served inside the park. In the late afternoon, drive back to Arusha for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
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Fanaka Safari Lodge & Camps
- Meals & Drinks:
Lake Eyasi – Cultural Experience with Hadzabe Tribe
Early morning, depart for Lake Eyasi and spend the day with the Hadzabe hunter-gatherer tribe. Join in traditional hunting, honey gathering, and learn their fascinating click language. This authentic cultural encounter offers unique insight into one of Africa’s last hunter-gatherer communities. Later, return to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Eyasi
- Accommodation:
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Fanaka Safari Lodge & Camps
- Meals & Drinks:
Karatu – Lake Natron
After breakfast, travel to Lake Natron, a striking alkaline lake famous for its flamingos and dramatic scenery. Explore salt marshes, visit waterfalls, and admire views of Oldoinyo Lengai, the Maasai’s “Mountain of God.” The sunset over the lake creates a magical experience before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Natron
- Accommodation:
- Masai Girrafe Eco Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Lake Natron – Maasai Village – Serengeti (North/Kogatende)
Visit a Maasai village and experience their culture through songs, dances, and traditions. Continue your journey to the North Serengeti (Kogatende) for thrilling game drives along the Mara River. Witness the dramatic wildebeest and zebra migration crossing while predators lurk nearby. Over two days, immerse yourself in one of nature’s greatest spectacles.
- Main Destination:
- Maasai
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Heritage Migration Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Lake Natron – Maasai Village – Serengeti (North/Kogatende)
Visit a Maasai village and experience their culture through songs, dances, and traditions. Continue your journey to the North Serengeti (Kogatende) for thrilling game drives along the Mara River. Witness the dramatic wildebeest and zebra migration crossing while predators lurk nearby. Over two days, immerse yourself in one of nature’s greatest spectacles.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Natron
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Heritage Migration Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti Balloon Safari & Game Drive
Start the day with a magical hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains, offering panoramic sunrise views of wildlife and landscapes. After landing, enjoy a champagne bush breakfast before continuing with a full-day game drive in the North Serengeti, where predators and grazers roam freely across the vast savannah.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Heritage Migration Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti (North) – Serengeti (Central/Seronera)
Travel southwards to the Central Serengeti (Seronera), a region renowned for its abundance of big cats. Game drives through endless plains and rocky kopjes offer sightings of lions, cheetahs, and elusive leopards. The evening is spent at your tented lodge, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Heritage Migration Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater Rim (Walking Safari)
After breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walking safari along the crater rim, offering breathtaking panoramic views. Meet local Maasai communities and experience their way of life before heading to camp for dinner and overnight in the highlands.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Heritage Migration Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Today, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most famous wildlife sanctuaries and home to the Big Five, hippos, flamingos, and diverse birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before driving back to Arusha, where you will check in at your hotel for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
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Green Mountain Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Arusha City Tour
After breakfast, embark on a guided city tour of Arusha. Visit highlights including the Tanzanite Experience Store, Maasai Craft Market, Central Market, and Cultural Heritage Center. The day ends with shopping opportunities and leisure time before returning to your hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha
- Accommodation:
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Green Mountain Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Departure
After breakfast, enjoy your final morning in Arusha before checking out. At the scheduled time, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight. This marks the end of your safari journey, leaving you with unforgettable memories of thrilling wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and unique cultural experiences across Tanzania.
- Main Destination:
- Moshi
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation
- Meals & Drinks:
What's Included
- Park Entrance fees
- Ngorongoro Crater fees
- Camping Fees
- All Activities Mentioned
- Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
- Gold Accommodations
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, & dinner
- Drinks: 1.5 bottle of water per day; tea and coffee
- Airport Pick Up
- Airport Drop off
- Hot Lunch / Lunch Box
What's Not Included
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Travel & Medical insurance
- Visa Cost
- Tip / Gratitude(5)
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry Services
- Alcoholic Beverages
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