4 Days Calving Season Safari
Overview
Departure & Return Location: Arusha Town
Departure Time: 8:00 AM
Experience the spectacular Great Migration Calving Season on this 6 Days Mid-Range Safari through some of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. This carefully designed safari takes you from Tarangire National Park to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and deep into the Southern Serengeti, where thousands of wildebeest gather during the calving season.
The calving season is one of the most remarkable times to visit Tanzania, as large herds gather on the nutrient-rich plains to give birth to their young. The abundance of newborn calves also attracts predators such as lions, cheetahs and hyenas, creating incredible wildlife-viewing opportunities. Alongside the migration experience, you will explore the endless plains of Serengeti and descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.
Tour Plan
Day 01: Arusha – Southern Serengeti / Ndutu Area
Distance: Approximately 250 km
Non-game viewing time: 4–5 hrs
After an early breakfast, depart from Arusha and begin your journey towards the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu area, one of the most important areas of the Great Migration during the calving season.
The drive takes you through the beautiful landscapes of northern Tanzania, including the Ngorongoro highlands, before reaching the open plains of the Southern Serengeti.
As you approach Ndutu, the landscape changes into wide open grasslands, seasonal lakes and woodland areas that provide an ideal environment for the migrating herds.
Upon arrival, begin your first game drive in the Ndutu area. During the calving season, large concentrations of wildebeest and zebras gather here, and you may have the opportunity to see newborn calves, lions, cheetahs, hyenas and other wildlife.
Continue with an afternoon game drive before heading to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
• MEALS: Lunch & Dinner
• ACCOMMODATION: Midrange Tented Camp / Lodge
Day 02: Southern Serengeti – Full-Day Calving Season Game Drive
After an early breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu area.
This is the main highlight of your calving season safari. During this period, thousands of wildebeest gather on the short-grass plains to give birth to their young. The abundance of fresh grass provides excellent feeding conditions for the herds, while the newborn calves attract numerous predators.
Spend the day exploring different parts of the Ndutu ecosystem in search of the migrating herds and resident wildlife. Depending on wildlife movements, you may encounter wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, lions, cheetahs, hyenas and other species.
Your experienced safari guide will follow current wildlife movements and select the best areas for game viewing.
Enjoy a packed picnic lunch in the wilderness to maximize your time on safari before continuing with the afternoon game drive.
Later in the afternoon, return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
• MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• ACCOMMODATION: Midrange Tented Camp / Lodge
Day 03: Southern Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Distance: Approximately 80–100 km
Non-game viewing time: 2–3 hrs
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Ndutu area as you begin your journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
The morning provides another opportunity to observe wildlife before leaving the Southern Serengeti. Your guide will choose the best route depending on wildlife activity and road conditions.
Continue through the spectacular Ngorongoro highlands, enjoying views of the surrounding landscapes and local communities.
Arrive at your accommodation in the Ngorongoro area in the afternoon. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings before your Ngorongoro Crater experience the following morning.
• MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• ACCOMMODATION: Midrange Lodge / Tented Camp
Day 04: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Distance: Approximately 190 km
Non-game viewing time: 4–5 hrs
After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.
The crater is one of Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife destinations and supports a high concentration of animals within its unique ecosystem. During your game drive, you may see lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas and several species of antelopes.
The crater is also one of the places where you may have an opportunity to spot the endangered black rhinoceros.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater while surrounded by spectacular scenery and wildlife.
After lunch, ascend from the crater and begin your journey back to Arusha.
Arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon or early evening, marking the end of your unforgettable 4 Days Calving Season Safari.
• MEALS: Breakfast & Lunch
• ACCOMMODATION: Not included
- Included
- Round-trip airport transfers
- Safari guaranteed upon confirmation
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Meals according to the itinerary: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
- Professional and experienced English-speaking safari driver-guide
- All applicable national park entrance fees and government taxes
- Game drives in the national parks
- Services of a professional safari cook
- Ngorongoro Crater tour
- Three meals per day during the safari, including vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
- Drinking water, approximately 1.5 litres per person per day
- Safari transportation in a 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for excellent wildlife viewing and photography
- excluded
- Entry Visas
- International
- Flights
- Laundry
- Optional Activities
- Tips and Gratuities
- Possible Concession fees
- Alcoholic Drink