5-Day Calving Season Safari in Tanzania

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

Arrival In Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania! Your adventure begins with your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where our friendly driver-guide will meet and warmly welcome you. You’ll then be transferred to your accommodation in Arusha, a peaceful town nestled at the foot of Mount Meru. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the lodge or explore the town at your leisure. This day is all about settling in, recovering from your journey, and getting ready for the unforgettable safari experiences awaiting you in the days ahead. Dinner and overnight stay will be at your lodge in Arusha.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Summit Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park is known for its large elephant populations and iconic baobab trees. The park’s diverse landscape of riverine forest, grasslands, and swamps supports an impressive array of wildlife, including lions, giraffes, zebras, and over 550 bird species. Enjoy a full day game drive with chances to spot predators and herbivores in their natural habitat. The park’s less busy roads offer a peaceful safari experience. Overnight at a lodge or camp nearby, relaxing after a day filled with nature’s wonders.

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:

Suricata Boma Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Serengeti National Park

Ndutu, nestled in the southern Serengeti and within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offers a truly unique safari experience, especially during the calving season from December to March. During this time, over 8,000 baby wildebeest are born each day, attracting predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. The landscape of open plains and seasonal lakes provides excellent game viewing and stunning scenery. Ndutu is one of the few areas that allows off-road game drives, giving you a closer and more immersive wildlife experience.

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
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Desending to Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest inactive volcanic caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This natural amphitheatre shelters a dense concentration of wildlife, including endangered black rhinos, lions, elephants, and hippos. Enjoy a full-day game drive in this stunning ecosystem with breathtaking views from the crater rim. After an unforgettable day of wildlife and scenery, ascend and overnight at a lodge near the crater.

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:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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