4 days migration calving season safari
Tour Summary
This short safari takes you to Ndutu to witness one of nature’s greatest spectacles—the Great Wildebeest Migration. During this remarkable season, thousands of wildebeest gather on the mineral-rich Ndutu Plains for the calving period, with thousands of newborns arriving each day and predators lurking close by. It’s a breathtaking experience that promises unforgettable moments. This safari is seasonal, running from late December to early March.
Why you will love this trip?
Endless plains feel like authentic Africa in Serengeti
A predator Safari
A great wildebeest migration
Descend to Ngorongoro crater
Day 1: Pick Up from the Airport
Arusha
We will pick you up from the airport & transfer you to Tulia Hotel for overnight.
Accomodation
Lodge: Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
Meal Plane: Full board
Location: Arusha
Day 2: Arusha to Serengeti (Ndutu)
After breakfast at Tulia hotel, you will be provided with lunch boxes and take
them with you thereafter drive to Ndutu (about 5.5 hours, covering a distance of 260 km). After 2 hours of driving, we will enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will notice the landscape changing from hilly forests to plains and green grasslands. Sweeping grasslands cover the region which gradually fades into the Serengeti. Ndutu forms part of the route for the annual migration of more than 2 million wildebeest and thousands of zebra, antelope, and gazelle. During game drives in the right season (between December and April), we will be able to see the fertile plains turn into calving and nursery grounds for the great migration. This season attracts hordes of predators prying on vulnerable young wildebeest. Crested with Ndutu Lake and Lake Masek, these waterholes offer plenty of wildlife during the dry season. Ndutu is also the home ground for 6 species of big cats.
Accomodation
Lodge: Tanzania Bush camp
Meal Plane: Full board
Location: Ndutu
Day 3: Ndutu to Ngorongoro conservation area
In the morning after breakfast, we will head out for a game drive in the Ndutu area. After completing a half-day game drive along with a picnic lunch, we will branch out and head towards the Ngorongoro Crater rim. The 75 km drive to the rim will take about 2.5 hrs with mild game action to see on the way. The crater is one of Africa’s impressive geological attractions and a supreme mecca of wilderness. The day comes to an end with dinner and a good rest in your accommodation.
Accomodation
wild camp ngorongoro
Meal Plane: Full board
Location: Ngorongoro
Day 4: Ngorongoro crater tour (Ngorongoro to Arusha)
On the last day of your safari, we will have an early start. Finishing up with a quick breakfast, we will make an early descend at around 6:30 am into the crater floor. The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest inactive, intact and unfilled volcanic caldera. It has a massive floor of about 260 sq. km with a depth of over 2,000 feet. The 5/6-hour game drive on the crater floor will show us a lot of animal action. Keeping the camera ready is definitely recommended. Animals like the African elephant, buffalo, black rhino, hippo, hyena, cheetah, and lion are found in abundance. After the picnic lunch at the beautiful hippo pool, we will begin a steep ascent to the top exit of the crater. This is the last leg of your safari, with a 4-hour drive left to Arusha. You will be dropped off at your preferred location in Arusha in the evening or transferred to the airport.
Morning/Afternoon: Departure & Arrival
Your adventure begins with a pick-up from Arusha, Moshi, or Kilimanjaro airport/hotel. Enjoy a scenic drive through Tanzania’s countryside to Serval Wildlife Sanctuary, a beautiful sanctuary dedicated to wildlife conservation. Upon arrival, expert guides will welcome you and introduce you to the sanctuary’s conservation efforts.
Wildlife Interaction & Exploration
Experience up-close encounters with giraffes, zebras, impalas, elands, and even serval cats. This is not a traditional safari – here you can feed some animals and learn about their behavior, habitats, and role in the ecosystem from knowledgeable guides.
Lunch: Relax & Dine in Nature (Optional)
Enjoy a delicious lunch at the sanctuary’s restaurant, offering local and international cuisine in a peaceful, natural setting. A perfect opportunity to relax and soak in the scenery.
Afternoon: Return
After your visit, travel back to Arusha or Moshi, arriving in the early evening with unforgettable memories of this unique wildlife experience.
