4-Day Southern Serengeti Calving Season Tour (Dec-April)

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

Transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Karatu

Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to Karatu for an overnight stay at a comfortable lodge set in the scenic highlands near Ngorongoro. Take time to relax, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the adventure ahead. Early the next morning, after breakfast, you will depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. This natural wonder offers exceptional wildlife viewing, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, and a variety of plains game, all within the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. After the game drive, you will ascend the crater walls, bringing a memorable safari experience to a perfect highlight.

Main Destination:

Karatu District

Accommodation:

Karatu Villas Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive (African Eden)

Enjoy a full game drive inside the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. After descending 600 meters into the crater floor, you will explore a rich ecosystem of open grasslands, acacia woodland, swamps, and a soda lake. The crater is home to a high concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, wildebeest, zebras, and the rare black rhino. With breathtaking scenery and abundant game viewing throughout the day, the Ngorongoro Crater offers a truly unforgettable safari experience in a natural amphitheater unlike anywhere else in the world.

After having enough game drive at Ngorongoro Crater you will drive to Ndutu Area for an overnight stay 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

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Sero Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Southern Serengeti (Ndutu Area) Wildebeest Migration Calving Season Game Drive

Experience an exciting game drive in the Southern Serengeti, focusing on the Ndutu Area, a wildlife-rich region famous for its open plains and seasonal lakes. This area is especially renowned for hosting the Great Migration and, during the calving season, vast herds of wildebeest and zebra attract a high concentration of predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Enjoy close-up wildlife encounters against stunning landscapes as you explore this unique ecosystem. After the game drive, you will be transferred to Karatu for an overnight stay, where you can relax and reflect on the day’s remarkable safari experiences.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Karatu Villas Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 2-3hr drive from Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mto wa Mbu Cultural Walking Tour Experience

Enjoy a guided walking cultural tour in Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant village known for its rich mix of cultures and traditions. Accompanied by a local guide, you will stroll through banana plantations, visit local homes, and learn about daily life, farming practices, and traditional crafts. The tour offers an authentic opportunity to interact with villagers, sample local foods, and gain insight into the customs of more than 120 tribes living together in harmony. This immersive experience provides a meaningful cultural connection and a refreshing complement to your safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Mto Wa Mbu (Town)

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.