4-Day Miracle of Life – Lake Ndutu Calving Season

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha - Serengeti

After breakfast, depart from Arusha and begin your scenic drive toward the Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Travel through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Highlands, passing traditional Maasai villages and picturesque landscapes along the way. The journey offers glimpses of Tanzania’s vibrant culture and diverse scenery before descending onto the endless Serengeti plains. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the golden grasslands, where wildlife thrives in abundance. Watch as elephants, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes roam freely, while predators such as lions and cheetahs prowl nearby. Depending on the season, you may witness the spectacular calving period in the southern Serengeti, where thousands of wildebeests give birth and new life fills the plains. As the sun sets, the sky ignites in shades of orange and red, creating a perfect Serengeti evening. Dinner and overnight at your tented lodge camp inside the park.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Central Serengeti Luxury Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park - Lake Ndutu

After an early breakfast, depart from your camp in the Serengeti and drive toward the Ndutu area, located in the southern plains between Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This region becomes a wildlife paradise during the calving season, where hundreds of thousands of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles gather to give birth. As you arrive, begin your full-day game drive, witnessing newborn calves taking their first steps while attentive mothers guard them closely. The plains come alive with activity predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas remain alert, creating dramatic yet awe-inspiring scenes of nature’s balance. Enjoy your picnic lunch near Lake Ndutu, surrounded by the tranquil scenery and the sight of flamingos and pelicans along the shores. In the afternoon, continue exploring the open plains and acacia woodlands, capturing breathtaking photos of wildlife and landscapes. As the sun sets, drive to your lodge in Ndutu for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Ndutu Heritage Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Ndutu - Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Ndutu, capturing those last magical moments of the calving season tender scenes of mothers and calves and the constant rhythm of predator and prey. As you leave the plains behind, begin your drive toward the Ngorongoro Highlands, where the landscape transitions from open grasslands to lush, rolling hills. Enjoy your lunch box en route, surrounded by scenic views and fresh highland air. Along the way, you may stop at a Maasai village to learn about their traditional lifestyle and deep connection with the land. Arrive at your lodge on the Ngorongoro Highlands in the afternoon for dinner and overnight stay. The cool climate and panoramic views of the crater rim offer the perfect place to unwind after a day full of adventure.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

After breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” The crater floor is home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, including elephants, lions, hippos, zebras, buffaloes, and the rare black rhino. The lush landscape, shimmering lakes, and open grasslands create one of the most scenic game-viewing areas in Africa. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool, watching hippos wallow and birds flutter nearby. Continue your game drive in search of the Big Five and soak in the beauty of this wildlife paradise. In the afternoon, ascend the crater rim and begin your drive back to Arusha, arriving in the evening with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s breathtaking wilderness and the miracle of life you witnessed at Ndutu.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.