7 Nights Legendary Lodge, Little Chem Chem & Migrational Camp

7 Nights Legendary Lodge, Little Chem Chem & Migrational Camp

Duration
8 Days, 7 Nights
Price from
On Request Basis
Routing
Arusha, Lake Burunge, Northern Serengeti, Depart

7 Nights Legendary Lodge, Little Chem Chem & Migrational Camp - Safari Overview

Together, Legendary Expeditions and Chem Chem Safari have created the ultimate offer to elevate your safari: a seamless journey with complimentary flights and transfers connecting you to our luxury camps and lodges across northern Tanzania. From the boundless plains of the Serengeti to the seclusion of our exclusive-use protected wildlife areas, we offer an unparalleled journey where luxury, adventure and conservation converge. Our collection of high-end lodges and luxury tented camps occupy prime positions throughout the circuit, affording access to the region’s most iconic sights—including the Great Migration.


Trip Itinerary

Day 1 Legendary Lodge Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), enjoy a complimentary road transfer to Legendary Lodge, a timeless sanctuary nestled within the tropical gardens of a historical coffee plantation on the utskirts of Arusha. The garden cottages offer a secluded haven from which to prepare for your safari. Overnight at Legendary Lodge Arusha. Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner.

Staying at Legendary Lodge Arusha |  Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Legendary Lodge Arusha
Legendary Lodge Arusha

Day 2 Little Chem Chem Burunge WMA

Enjoy a complimentary road transfer to Little Chem Chem, and surrender to the experience of a 'slow safari'. Located on the shores of Lake Burunge, comfort and consideration is woven into every experience. Enjoy your choice of game drives, game walks or night drives before returning for a magical, lantern-lit dinner. Overnight at Little Chem Chem. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Staying at Little Chem Chem |  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Little Chem Chem
Little Chem Chem

Day 3 Little Chem Chem Burunge WMA

Spend time with your guide and discover the diversity of the concession, delighting in intimate encounters with herds of big tuskers and an abundance of game. A visit to a local Maasai or Barabaig village allows you to explore the depth, richness and ancient traditions of their culture. Overnight at Little Chem Chem. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Staying at Little Chem Chem|  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Little Chem Chem
Little Chem Chem

Day 4 Little Chem Chem Burunge WMA

In keeping with Chem Chem's 'slow safari' ethos, all aspects of the camp have been carefully curated to exist in harmony with the surrounding wilderness. Simply sit back and watch the abundant plains game come and go in front of your tent. Before dinner, enjoy iconic sundowners on the Sangaiwe plains. From dawn to dusk, savour the tranquillity and rhythmic pace of a slower Africa. Overnight at Little Chem Chem. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Staying at Little Chem Chem |  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Little Chem Chem
Little Chem Chem

Day 5 Songa Migrational Camp Southern / Northern Serengeti

A complimentary flight takes you to Songa Migrational: an authentic, explorer-style tented camp that moves twice yearly with the Great Migration, allowing you a front row seat to one of nature's greatest spectacles. Experience the thrill of adventure and exploration in one of Africa's most renowned landscapes. Overnight at Songa Migrational Camp Southern. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Staying at Songa Migrational Camp |  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Songa Migrational Camp
Songa Migrational Camp

Day 6 Songa Migrational Camp Southern / Northern Serengeti

Head out for an early-morning expedition with your private guide and vehicle, ready to explore the vast wilderness of the Serengeti. Track the abundant herds of migrating wildebeest as well as the large predators that follow them. Your adventure is yours to script. Overnight at Songa Migrational Camp Southern. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Staying at Songa Migrational Camp |  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Songa Migrational Camp
Songa Migrational Camp

Day 7 Songa Migrational Camp Southern / Northern Serengeti

Embark on another game adventure through the plains. In the camp’s northern location, stop beside the Mara River for lunch. And in the south, picnic under an Acacai or head out on a cultural excursion with the Datoga tribe. Overnight at Songa Migrational Camp Southern. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Staying at Songa Migrational Camp |  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Songa Migrational Camp
Songa Migrational Camp

Day 8 End of Expedition, Departure

As your journey comes to a close, bid farewell to the endless horizon and prepare for your onward Journey. Meal Plan: Breakfast.

Meals: Breakfast

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The Wildebeest Migration

A simple snapshot of the famous migration phenomenon.

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

January

The herds are moving into the southern plains of the Serengeti, around Ndutu, Kusini, and Naabi. The short grasses here are rich in nutrients, preparing the females for calving.

February

This is the peak calving month. Hundreds of thousands of wildebeest calves are born, often within a few weeks of each other. This spectacle attracts a high concentration of predators, making it an excellent time for predator-prey sightings.

March

The calves are a few weeks old and growing quickly. The herds begin to spread out as they continue to graze on the southern plains, preparing for the long journey north.

April

The long rains begin, prompting the herds to start their movement northwest. They form long columns as they begin their trek through the central Serengeti.

May

The migration gathers momentum, with vast columns of wildebeest stretching for miles. The herds congregate in the Western Corridor, and the mating season, or "the rut," begins.

June

The dry season starts, and the wildebeest face their first major challenge: the Grumeti River. Thousands of animals must cross this crocodile-infested river, creating dramatic and intense encounters.

July

The herds continue their journey north, with many arriving in the northern Serengeti. The Grumeti River crossings are in full swing, and some of the first herds may begin to cross the even more treacherous Mara River.

August

This is one of the best months to witness the famous Mara River crossings. The herds are spread out across the northern Serengeti and the Maasai Mara, making multiple crossings back and forth over the river in search of greener pastures.

September

The river crossings continue, though the intensity may decrease. Large numbers of wildebeest are now grazing in the fertile plains of the Maasai Mara in Kenya.

October

As the dry season approaches its climax, the wildebeest start to slowly move back into the Serengeti from the Maasai Mara, heading east and south.

November

The short rains begin, signaling the herds to make a decisive move south towards the replenished plains of the eastern Serengeti. They make their way through the Lobo and Loliondo areas.

December

The wildebeest arrive back on the short-grass plains of the southern Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. They are widely dispersed, feeding on the fresh grass and getting ready for the next calving season.

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