$4,521 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha – Arusha National Park
Arusha – Arusha National Park
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive to Arusha National Park; a hidden gem filled with natural diversity and stunning views. Explore its forests, open savannahs, and shimmering lakes during a morning and afternoon game drive. Spot giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, warthogs, and the unique black-and-white colobus monkeys swinging through the trees. The park also offers magnificent views of Mount Meru and, on clear days, Mount Kilimanjaro. You will have walking safari with an armed ranger to experience the wildlife animals on the closer look. Return to Arusha in the evening for dinner and relaxation at your hotel as you prepare for the next day’s safari adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha National Park
- Accommodation:
- The Charity Hotel
Wildlife in Arusha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, a beautiful landscape of rolling hills and massive baobab trees. Begin your game drive through this wildlife-rich park, home to large herds of elephants, zebras, wildebeests, and giraffes. The Tarangire River is the main water source, attracting animals year-round, especially during the dry season. Look out for lions resting in the shade and countless bird species that make the park a birdwatcher’s paradise. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park, followed by more game viewing in the afternoon. In the evening, head to your lodge for dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay surrounded by the natural sounds of the African bush.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park
Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, continue your journey to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its beautiful scenery and diverse ecosystems. The park is well known for its tree-climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos that color the lake pink. Enjoy a game drive through the dense woodlands and open plains where elephants, hippos, monkeys, and baboons thrive. The park is also home to more than 400 bird species, making it perfect for bird enthusiasts. Stop at the viewpoint for stunning photos of the lake and surrounding landscape. After your game drive, continue to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro Crater
Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, drive to the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area, one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater filled with incredible wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive spotting lions, elephants, buffaloes, and the rare black rhino. The crater floor’s lush grasslands and lake attract thousands of animals, creating perfect opportunities for photography. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool before ascending to the crater rim in the afternoon. Check in to your lodge or campsite overlooking the crater for dinner and an evening spent in the cool highland air.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro – Ndutu Area (Southern Serengeti)
Ngorongoro – Ndutu Area (Southern Serengeti)
After breakfast, travel to the Ndutu region, located between the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the Southern Serengeti. This area is one of the best places to witness the Great Migration calving season when thousands of wildebeests give birth, attracting predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the short-grass plains, where newborn calves take their first steps under the watchful eyes of their mothers. The green landscape offers breathtaking scenery and an abundance of life. Return to your tented camp in Ndutu for dinner and overnight stay under the starry African sky.
- Main Destination:
- Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Accommodation:
- Ndutu Heritage Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Full Day Game Drive in Ndutu
Full Day Game Drive in Ndutu
Spend the entire day exploring the Ndutu plains, where life and drama unfold before your eyes. This is the heart of the Great Migration during calving season a truly unforgettable experience. Watch as wildebeests and zebras fill the landscape, while predators such as lions, cheetahs, and jackals roam nearby. The open plains make for fantastic photography and easy wildlife spotting. Depending on conditions, you may visit both the Ngorongoro and Serengeti sides of Ndutu, as the herds often move between them. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. Return to your tented lodge in the evening for dinner and rest after an action-packed day.
- Main Destination:
- Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Accommodation:
- Ndutu Heritage Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Ndutu – Serengeti National Park
Ndutu – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, head north into Serengeti National Park, the most famous safari destination in Africa. Along the way, enjoy game drives as you leave the calving grounds of Ndutu behind and enter the vast plains of the Serengeti. The park is home to endless herds of wildebeests, zebras, elephants, and predators such as lions and leopards. Arrive at your tented camp in the Central Serengeti by afternoon and enjoy a game drive en route. As the sun sets, take in the golden glow of the savannah before returning for dinner and overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Central Serengeti Luxury Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the incredible Serengeti, where wildlife thrives in every direction. Start early with a sunrise game drive to catch predators at their most active. Watch lions hunt, cheetahs scan the plains, and elephants move gracefully across the landscape. Depending on the season, you might still spot migrating herds moving through the region. Stop for a picnic lunch in the wild and continue your game drive in the afternoon, exploring different areas of the park. As the day ends, return to your tented camp for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the sounds of nature.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Central Serengeti Luxury Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Serengeti National Park – Arusha
Serengeti National Park – Arusha
Enjoy your final morning in the Serengeti with a short game drive as you make your way out of the park. Take in the last views of the wildlife and open plains before driving back toward Arusha. Stop for scenic photos along the way and enjoy a relaxed lunch en route. Arrive in Arusha marking the end of your unforgettable 9-day Ndutu Calving Wonders Safari. This adventure will leave you with lifelong memories of Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and the extraordinary Great Migration experience.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
