24 Days Self Drive Holiday Tanzania Wildebeest Migration & Big five – Self Drive Tanzania.

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Tanzania National Parks 24 Days Self drive holiday in Tanzania encompasses the visit to the Lake Manyara, Serengeti’s Ndutu and Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire , Ruaha , Mikumi , Nyerere National Park ( Selous Game Reserve) and Dar Es salaam coastlines of Tanzania. Its an extensive holiday recommended to couples, family and friends wishing to see the wilderness of Tanzania. Bush to off unbeaten trucks with beach at the end of the adventure as it comes with one way option of leaving the car in Dar es salaam for flight back home. Book 24 Days Self drive holiday in Tanzania with Self Drive East Africa for classic reliable Car Rental services like Landcruiser LX 78 series rooftop tent camping jeep.

Trip Summary Bush to beach 24 Days Self Drive Safari holiday.

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha International Airport and pick up of the Car Rental Jeep.
Day 2: Transfer from Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Day 3: Game Drive and Transfer to Lake Manyara National Park
Day 4: Boat Cruise and Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater lake
Day 5: Transfer from Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti National Park ( Southern Park – Ndutu Section)
Day 6: Ndutu Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti National Park
Day 7: Ndutu Game Drive in Ndutu
Day 8: Game drive Central Serengeti & Seronera Valley
Day 9: Game drive in the central heading to the western Serengeti
Day 10: Exit Serengeti and drive to Dodoma City ( long Drive )
Day11: Proceed and drive to Iringa Town ( long Drive )
Day 12: Transfer from Iringa town to Ruaha National Park
Day 13: Game Drive and relax
Day 14: Second Game drive and drive back to Iringa town
Day 15: Transfer to Udzungwa Mountains National Park
Day 16: Morning Nature walk and Transfer to Mikumi National Park
Day 17: Game drive in Mikumi National Park ( Full Day )
Day 18: Second Day Game drive
Day 19: Transfer to selous Game reserve
Day 20: Game drive ( Full Day )
Day 21: Game drive
Day 22: Transfer to Sinda Island & Mbudya Island and Bongoyo Island ( You select which one to Explore )
Day 23: Transfer to Dar es salaam City
Day 24: Flight back home from Dar es salaam international Airport

Detailed Itinerary of the 10 Days Lake Manyara, Ndutu, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Tour

Day 1: Arrival

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your driver-guide will welcome you and transfer you to your comfortable lodge in Arusha. Enjoy the tranquil gardens and prepare for your migration adventure. Overnight: Arusha Planet Lodge or or Summit Lodge Arusha

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Elephants & Baobabs

Depart after breakfast for Tarangire National Park, home to Tanzania’s largest elephant population. Spend the day among baobab trees, riverine landscapes, and herds of zebra, buffalo, and antelope. Overnight: Tarangire Simba Lodge or Tarangire Sopa Lodge

Day 3: Tarangire to Lake Manyara – Forests, Cliffs & Flamingos

Travel to nearby Lake Manyara National Park, known for its groundwater forest, flamingo-lined shores, and tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a full game drive followed by a peaceful evening near the Rift Valley escarpment. Overnight: Marera Valley Lodge

Day 4: Lake Manyara to Ndutu – Enter the Southern Serengeti

Head into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and continue to Ndutu, where the wildebeest herds gather from December to March for calving. Arrive for an afternoon game drive in this wildlife-rich area. Overnight: Ndutu Safari Lodge or Ndutu Heritage Tented Camp

Day 5: Ndutu Region – The Heart of the Migration

Spend the day exploring the Ndutu plains. During calving season, thousands of wildebeest give birth bringing predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas in close pursuit.

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives packed with action. Overnight: Same as previous night

Day 6: Ndutu Region – Predator Encounters & Calving Drama

Another full day in the Ndutu area to follow the herds and observe the intense predator-prey interactions.

Your guide will help you track big cats and newborn wildebeest amid this stunning wilderness. Overnight: Same as previous night

Day 7: Ndutu to Central Serengeti – Iconic Landscapes & Big Cats

Leave the Ndutu area and head to central Serengeti, known for its year-round lion and leopard sightings. Game drive en route through Seronera Valley, watching the landscape shift from short grass plains to rocky kopjes. Overnight: Serengeti Heritage Camp or Serengeti Serena Safari lodge

Day 8: Full Day in Serengeti – Classic Safari Vibes

Enjoy a full day in the Serengeti with a flexible schedule search for lions lounging on rocks, cheetahs on the prowl, and herds moving through the plains. Stop for a picnic lunch at one of the scenic viewpoints. Overnight: Same as previous night

Day 9: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – Highland Journey

After a morning game drive, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. Enjoy game viewing along the way, then ascend to your lodge on the rim of the crater for dinner and stunning views. Overnight: Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge or Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha – Final Safari Moments

Descend early into Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive. Often called “Africa’s Eden,” the crater is home to elephants, black rhinos, lions, and countless herbivores. After lunch, drive back to Arusha or to the airport.