7-Day The Great Wildebeest Calving Season Safari

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

Arrival in Tanzania – Transfer to Arusha

Touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your Social Adventure Safari guide will greet you and transfer you to the lodge/ hotel in Arusha. As you travel, enjoy your first glimpses of local life and, if skies are clear, catch views of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. Settle into your peaceful lodge/hotel, relax after your journey, and enjoy a delicious dinner made from fresh local ingredients. Prepare for the exciting safari adventure that begins the next day.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Four Points by Sheraton Arusha Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Fly to Serengeti Central – Seronera Region

Start your day with a scenic flight from Arusha to Seronera Airstrip, offering stunning aerial views of Tanzania’s diverse landscapes. Upon arrival, embark on a game drive through Serengeti Central, famous for its large predator populations and classic savannah beauty. Explore the rich wildlife of the Seronera Valley, known as the “Big Cat Capital of Africa,” before arriving at your comfortable lodge or camp. Enjoy dinner and fall asleep to the wild sounds of the Serengeti.

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:

Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Game Drive in Serengeti Central

Spend the day tracking iconic big cats in the Seronera Valley, including lions lounging on kopjes, leopards draped in acacia trees, and cheetahs sprinting across the open plains. Along the way, encounter elephants, giraffes, hyenas, jackals, hippos, and massive herds of zebras and wildebeests spread across the golden savannah. This predator-rich region offers nonstop wildlife action and some of the best opportunities for big cat sightings in all of Africa. After a thrilling day of game viewing and photography, return to camp for a relaxing dinner and a peaceful overnight stay in the heart of the wild.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Scenic Game Drive to Ndutu Plains – Serengeti South

After breakfast, set out for a game drive en route to Ndutu, a seasonal hotspot in the Southern Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This region bursts with life during the calving season, attracting large herds of wildebeest and the predators that follow them. Along the way, enjoy wildlife sightings across shifting ecosystems, from acacia woodlands to open grasslands. Arrive at your lodge/camp in time for sunset, dinner, and overnight beneath the stars.

Main Destination:

Southern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Tanzania Bush Camps - Ndutu Mobile Camp

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Safari in Ndutu (Calving Season Focus)

Enjoy a full day immersed in the heart of the wildebeest calving season as thousands of newborns fill the Ndutu plains, bringing life and drama to the ecosystem. Watch lions, cheetahs, and hyenas track vulnerable herds, creating action-packed safari scenes. Your expert guide will position you for the best sightings and photography, ensuring you don’t miss any key moments. Explore the changing habitats throughout the day and return to camp filled with awe and unforgettable memories.

Main Destination:

Southern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Tanzania Bush Camps - Ndutu Mobile Camp

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Depart Ndutu and head to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s best places to see the Big Five in a single day. Descend into the 600-meter-deep caldera for a game drive surrounded by towering walls, soda lakes, acacia forests, and abundant wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch then proceed to Lake Magadi, home to flamingos, hippos, and grazing antelope. After a full day exploring this natural wonder, head to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

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:

Ngorongoro Farm House

• Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Return to Arusha – Lunch & Optional Zanzibar Extension

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive back to Arusha, taking in your last glimpses of northern Tanzania’s beautiful landscapes. Arrive at Arusha Coffee Lodge for a relaxing lunch before visiting Shanga, a social enterprise where artisans with disabilities create handmade crafts using recycled materials. Later, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international flight — or choose to extend your adventure for a beach holiday on Zanzibar Island. Thank you for choosing Social Adventure Safari — we hope to welcome you again!

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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