4-Day Wildebeest Migration Calving Safari December/March

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha - Lake Manyara

You will be picked from your hotel in Arusha and embark on a 2-hour drive to reach Lake Manyara National Park.

Along the way, there will be a brief stop at the market town of Mto Wa Mbu. Upon arriving at Lake Manyara National Park, you'll discover a photographer's paradise with some of the finest game viewing opportunities worldwide. This park is home to many of Africa's renowned animals, and the sight of tree-climbing lions is a particular highlight.
These majestic predators can often be found lounging in acacia trees, making for exceptional photo opportunities.

Bird enthusiasts will also be delighted by the diverse birdlife in Lake Manyara, featuring large flamingo flocks, soaring birds of prey, and the vividly colored lilac-breasted roller. Following your exploration, you'll return to your chosen accommodation for dinner and a peaceful night's sleep.

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

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park (Ndutu Region)

We'll start the day with a picturesque drive towards the Serengeti. During this journey, we'll traverse the misty rainforests of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering a chance to spot Cape buffaloes, baboons, and possibly elephants and leopards hiding in the dense undergrowth.

Continuing our journey, we'll arrive at the Ndutu area in the southern part of Serengeti National Park. Ndutu serves as the traditional calving ground for wildebeest, and during the calving season, it hosts over 1.7 million of these animals as they prepare for their northward migration to Kenya.

While on your game drive, you'll have the incredible opportunity to witness wildebeest and zebra calves taking their first steps, all while predators hunt for the weakest members of the herd. As you explore the stunning Serengeti landscape during your afternoon game drive, you'll be immersed in the park's natural beauty.

For dinner and overnight stay, you'll be accommodated in Ndutu Region.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Ndutu Wilderness Camp

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti National Park (Ndutu Region) - Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, you will enjoy a morning game drive in the Ndutu region during the calving season, when vast herds of wildebeest and zebras gather with their newborns across the short grass plains. This period attracts a high density of predators, and sightings of lions, cheetahs, and hyenas are common as they follow the herds.

After the lunch, we will leave Ndutu Reagion and heading towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

The drive takes us through changing landscapes, from open plains to more elevated terrain as we approach the Ngorongoro highlands. The scenery becomes greener and more varied, with rolling hills and wide panoramic views along the way.

By late afternoon, we arrive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Dinner and overnight stay will be either on the crater rim or in the nearby town of Karatu, depending on the standard and type of accommodation chosen from our options.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands

Accommodation:

Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp

• Luxury tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

After breakfast, your journey continues as you depart for the Ngorongoro Crater, a place often regarded as the Eighth Wonder of the World. As you catch your first glimpse of this expansive, lush caldera from a panoramic viewpoint, its reputation will become evident.

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is home to more than 120 species of mammals, including the iconic Big Five. It ranks among the world's most coveted safari destinations. Here, you have a unique opportunity to witness the solitary and endangered black rhinoceros as it grazes on the grassy plains. Additionally, you can observe a substantial population of hippopotamuses enjoying the refreshing waters.

From the comfort of your open-top vehicle, you'll have the privilege of observing and photographing some of Africa's most iconic wildlife. After an exhilarating day of adventure, you'll savor a picnic lunch at the park's renowned hippo pool.
You will then be transferred to your hotel in Arusha or to Arusha airport.

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:

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.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.