7-Day Ndutu Wildeebest Calving Season Trip - Tanzania

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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, begin your adventure with a drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy game viewing along the Tarangire River, where you may spot lions, giraffes, wildebeests, and vibrant birdlife. After a full day on safari, continue to Fanaka Safari Lodge in Mto wa Mbu for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Fanaka Lodge

• Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mto wa Mbu to Ndutu Region

Today, drive to the Ndutu region in the southern Serengeti ecosystem. Arrive for an afternoon game drive across the plains where thousands of wildebeest give birth during the calving season (Dec–Mar). Watch for lions, cheetahs, and hyenas in action. Overnight at Kontiki Ndutu Camp, set in the heart of the wildlife.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Kontiki Ndutu 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)

Full Day Game Drive in Ndutu

Spend the day exploring the Ndutu plains, following calving herds and the predators that shadow them. Your guide will take you off-road to track wildlife up close, offering amazing photo opportunities. Enjoy a picnic lunch under an acacia tree before continuing your adventure and returning to camp at sunset.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Kontiki Ndutu Camp

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ndutu to Central Serengeti

After breakfast, depart Ndutu with a game drive en route to Seronera in the Central Serengeti. This wildlife-rich region is known for its leopards, elephants, and abundant plains game. Explore the Seronera Valley, where rivers attract predators like lions and leopards. Arrive at the accommodation by late afternoon for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Central 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:

Tukaone Weavers 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)

Full Day Game Drive in Central Serengeti

Enjoy a full day of game drives in the Central Serengeti, exploring landscapes from open plains to rocky kopjes. Watch lion prides bask in the sun, spot cheetahs on the hunt, and admire roaming elephant herds. Your guide will tailor the day’s route to maximize sightings. Return to camp for a relaxing evening under the stars.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Tukaone Weavers Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater, then transfer to Karatu Town

Early in the morning, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater and descend 600 meters into this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater floor offers excellent chances to spot the Big Five, including rare black rhinos, along with hippos, flamingos, and jackals. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the Hippo Pool before ascending and continuing to Eileen's Tree Lodge in Karatu town for your overnight.

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

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Eileen's Trees Inn

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, flocks of flamingos, and diverse habitats. Spot baboons, blue monkeys, and other wildlife in the lush groundwater forest. After a final afternoon drive, return to Arusha, concluding your unforgettable calving season safari.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

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.