River crossing experience
Witness survival at edge
Emmaventure’s River Crossing Safari
Join us for a 7-day Great Migration safari through Northern Tanzania, venturing straight into the heart of the wilderness. From the moment you arrive, we – Emmanuel, your local expert, and Dewi – will be your personal hosts, welcoming you and taking care of every detail. Together, we ensure your journey is seamless, personal, and refined, from your first arrival to your final farewell.
Day 1: Pre-Safari Stay
Welcome! you will be transferred by car to your accommodation, where Dewi and Emmanuel, your hosts, will personally welcome you and ensure the start of your safari is seamless and memorable.
Stay at Kiboko Lodge (Classic) Coffee Lodge (signature) or Legendary Lodge (upgraded)
Day 2: Arusha to Ngorongoro
After breakfast, depart from Arusha and travel by 4×4 toward the Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy a relaxed and well-deserved lunch, taking in the serene surroundings.
In the afternoon, set out on a guided crater rim walk with an experienced ranger, allowing you to truly connect with the landscape and its natural beauty. As the day comes to a close, return to your lodge and unwind, enjoying a peaceful evening in this remarkable setting.
Stay at Tortilis Ngorongoro (classic) Lion’s paw Ngorongoro (signature) or Entamanu Ngorongoro (refined)
Day 3: Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti
The next day begins with an early morning game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater, where wildlife can be seen at its most active. This is followed by a beautifully prepared bush lunch, set in the heart of this unique landscape. In the afternoon, continue your journey into the Serengeti, travelling toward Central Serengeti. Upon arrival at your lodge, take a moment to refresh and unwind before heading out on a golden hour game drive, as the plains come alive in the soft evening light.
Stay at Pumzika Luxury Camp (Classic) Elewana Pioneer Camp (signature) or Kusini Serengeti (upgraded)
Day 4: Central Serengeti to North Serengeti
The following day begins with a morning game drive in Central Serengeti, offering more opportunities to explore the vast plains and its wildlife. Afterwards, continue your journey north into the Northern Serengeti (ground or air transfer), where you will enjoy lunch and check in at your lodge.
In the late afternoon, head out for a game drive during golden hour, as you set out on your first attempt to witness the river crossings, one of the most remarkable highlights of the Great Migration.
Stay at Ang’ata Migration Camp (Classic) Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp (signature) or Songa Migrational Camp (upgraded)
Day 5: North Serengeti - River Crossings
The day is dedicated to experiencing the river crossings, with ample time to follow the movement of the herds and witness this extraordinary spectacle. You will head out during the golden hours in the morning and again in the late afternoon, when activity is often at its peak. In between, return to your lodge to relax, unwind, and take in the serene surroundings before heading back out to the plains for another chance to encounter the crossings.
Stay at Ang’ata Migration Camp (Classic) Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp (signature) or Songa Migrational Camp (upgraded)
Day 6: North Serengeti - River Crossings
Enjoy another full day in the Serengeti. The day is dedicated to experiencing the river crossings, with ample time to follow the movement of the herds and witness this extraordinary spectacle. You will head out during the golden hours in the morning and again in the late afternoon, when activity is often at its peak. In between, return to your lodge to relax, unwind, and take in the serene surroundings before heading back out to the plains for another chance to encounter the crossings.
Stay at Ang’ata Migration Camp (Classic) Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp (signature) or Songa Migrational Camp (upgraded)
Day 7: Bush flight
After breakfast, transfer from your lodge to Kogatende airstrip for a bush flight to Arusha, connecting seamlessly with your international flight home. Alternatively, continue your journey with a flight to a secluded island escape, for a private and indulgent extension of your adventure.
Follow. Witness. Wonder.
Stays & Comfort levels
Our journeys are available across three carefully curated comfort levels. Classic offers comfortable safari stays with vintage-style charm, Signature combines immersive safari experiences with elevated comfort, while Refined features our most exclusive camps and top-tier bush experiences across Northern Tanzania
Inclusions
Private game drives led by Emmanuel or our crew with highly experienced local guides, Carefully curated camps and lodges across your selected comfort level, All meals and selected bush dining experiences, Private transfers in a comfortable 4×4, VIP airport arrival and departure assistance (included for guests travelling within our Refined comfort level), Personal hosting and support by the founders throughout your stay in Tanzania.
Price
$ 5,199 p.p. | Classic
$ 6,399 p.p. | Signature
$ 11,999 p.p. | Refined
*Starting from price, based on 4 guests travelling during the green season