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7 Days Wonders of the Migration – Calving Season Safari

Witness the miracle of life as thousands of wildebeest give birth on the southern Serengeti plains.

Witness the miracle of life as thousands of wildebeest give birth on the southern Serengeti plains. This 7‑day adventure focuses on the Ndutu calving season (January–March) where newborn calves take their first steps amidst predators and vast herds.

Highlights

  • Full day in Ndutu – heart of the calving season
  • Witness newborn wildebeest & zebra calves
  • Predator action: lions, cheetahs & hyenas hunting
  • Central Serengeti game drives (lions, leopards, elephants)
  • Ngorongoro Crater tour – Big Five including black rhino
  • Tarangire National Park en route to Ndutu
  • Comfortable lodges & camps throughout

Itinerary

Accommodation: Arusha Lodge / Hotel

Description: Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your safari representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Relax after your journey and enjoy a safari briefing ahead of the unforgettable migration experience. Dinner and overnight in Arusha.

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Ndutu Lodge / Tented Camp

Description: After breakfast, depart Arusha and travel toward the Ndutu Region, passing through scenic landscapes and wildlife-rich areas. En route, enjoy game viewing and lunch before arriving in Ndutu, the heart of the Great Migration calving season. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or tented camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Ndutu Lodge / Tented Camp

Description: Spend a full day exploring the Ndutu plains, where vast herds of wildebeest and zebras gather to give birth between January and March. Witness newborn calves taking their first steps, while predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas closely follow the herds. Enjoy flexible game drives with a picnic lunch before returning to camp for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Central Serengeti Lodge / Camp

Description: After breakfast, continue north toward Central Serengeti. Enjoy game viewing as the landscape transitions from open plains to the wildlife-rich Seronera Valley. Arrive in Central Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive, searching for resident predators and large herbivore herds. Dinner and overnight at your camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Central Serengeti Lodge / Camp

Description: Enjoy a full day of game drives in Central Serengeti, one of Tanzania’s most productive wildlife regions. Spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and buffalo throughout the day. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and continue exploring until late afternoon. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Rim / Highlands Lodge

Description: Begin the day with a morning game drive before departing Serengeti for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Travel through scenic highlands with wildlife sightings along the way. Arrive at your lodge near the crater rim or surrounding highlands in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Not included

Description: After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The crater floor is home to the Big Five, including the rare black rhino, along with dense populations of wildlife. After a picnic lunch, ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha or transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Inclusions

  • Park fees, crater service & government taxes
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle & professional guide
  • Accommodation as per itinerary (lodges & camps)
  • All meals as specified (gourmet safari dining)
  • Bottled water & safari snacks
  • All airport/airstrip transfers

Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Visa fees & travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses (drinks, souvenirs)
  • Optional activities (balloon safari, etc.)

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