Tour Itinerary
The 5-day Ndutu calving season safari package takes you to the southern Serengeti and Ngorongoro ecosystem between December and March to witness over 8,000 wildebeest calves born daily.
The Ndutu Calving Season is a remarkable period of the annual Great Migration, when large concentrations of wildebeest gather in the southern Serengeti ecosystem to give birth. The presence of newborn calves also attracts predators, creating exciting opportunities to observe lions, cheetahs, hyenas and other wildlife.
This 5 Days Ndutu Calving Season Serengeti Migration Safari is designed for travelers who want to experience one of Tanzania's most spectacular wildlife seasons while enjoying comfortable accommodation and professionally guided game drives.
5 days Ndutu calving season Serengeti migration Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Your safari begins in Arusha with a morning departure toward Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a game drive through the park, famous for its large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees and diverse wildlife.
Look out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, lions and many bird species.
Overnight: Tarangire area.
Day 2: Tarangire – Ndutu, Southern Serengeti
After breakfast, drive toward the Ndutu area, passing through the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
As you approach Ndutu, begin looking for concentrations of wildebeest and other migrating animals. Depending on seasonal conditions, you may enjoy game viewing en route.
Overnight: Ndutu area.
Day 3: Full-Day Ndutu Calving Season Game Drive
Spend a full day exploring Ndutu and the southern Serengeti.
This is the heart of your Serengeti Migration Safari. During the calving season, large herds of wildebeest gather across the plains, and newborn calves can often be seen alongside their mothers.
The abundance of young animals attracts predators, offering opportunities to observe:
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Your experienced guide will select game-drive areas according to current wildlife conditions.
Overnight: Ndutu area.
Day 4: Ndutu – Ngorongoro Conservation Are
Enjoy a morning game drive in the Ndutu area before continuing toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
The route provides further opportunities for wildlife viewing and spectacular scenery as you travel through the northern Tanzania safari circuit.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
The crater floor supports a remarkable concentration of wildlife, providing a memorable final safari experience. After the crater tour, ascend and drive back to Arusha, where your 5-day Tanzania safari ends.