7-Day Kenya & Tanzania Wildlife Calving Safari

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

Arrival in Nairobi

Welcome to Kenya! Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari representative and transferred to your hotel. As you travel through the vibrant capital city of Kenya, enjoy your first impressions of Kenya’s culture and lively atmosphere. After check-in, take time to relax and recover from your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore the local surroundings or simply enjoy the hotel facilities. Your guide will brief you on the exciting adventure ahead, including spectacular wildlife encounters, the Great Migration, and Tanzania’s famous wildebeest calving season. Optional activities and accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Nairobi as you prepare for your adventure.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City, Kenya)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands Hotel

• Mid-range hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Nairobi - Amboseli

After breakfast, depart Nairobi and journey south toward Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days. Enjoy the scenic drive through Kenya’s countryside, passing local villages and open landscapes along the way. Upon arrival, proceed to your lodge or camp for check-in and lunch, depending on your schedule. In the afternoon, head out for an exciting game drive across Amboseli’s diverse habitats, searching for elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and an abundance of birdlife. The park’s open plains and seasonal wetlands provide excellent opportunities for wildlife photography against the dramatic mountain backdrop. After your game drive, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the atmosphere of the African wilderness. Optional activities and accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park (Kenya)

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February

High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HippoCommon

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Activities:

• Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Sentrim Amboseli Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Amboseli - Arusha

After breakfast, enjoy a final view of Amboseli’s beautiful landscapes before departing for the Kenya to Tanzania border. Travel through the scenic countryside toward the Namanga border crossing, where you will complete the necessary immigration formalities before continuing into Tanzania. Upon arrival, proceed to Arusha, a lively safari town nestled beneath the slopes of Mount Meru. Enjoy the changing scenery along the way, from open plains to rural villages and green agricultural landscapes. Depending on your arrival time, relax at your accommodation or explore the town at your own pace. Your guide will brief you on the next stage of your adventure, including the spectacular wildlife and wildebeest calving season in the Serengeti ecosystem. Optional activities and accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost. Dinner and overnight stay in Arusha.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City, Tanzania)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Arusha Farm House

• Mid-range lodge in Arusha (City, Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Arusha - Ndutu

After an early breakfast in Arusha, depart for the spectacular Ndutu region, located within the southern Serengeti ecosystem and renowned for the Great Wildebeest Migration calving season. Enjoy a scenic journey through Tanzania’s beautiful countryside, passing traditional villages and expansive landscapes. Upon arrival in Ndutu, begin an exciting game drive across the open grasslands in search of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, elephants, and predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. During the calving season, witness the remarkable spectacle of newborn wildebeest and the wildlife activity that follows the migrating herds. Enjoy a picnic lunch during your adventure before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, proceed to your camp or lodge for dinner and an overnight stay in the wilderness. Optional activities and accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP, Tanzania)

Activities:

• Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Safari Haven Migration Camp

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full Day Ndutu

Spend a full day exploring the spectacular Ndutu region, one of the best places to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration during the calving season, usually from January to March. After an early breakfast, head out across the vast grasslands and open plains in search of enormous herds of wildebeest and zebras, along with gazelles, elephants, and other wildlife. During the calving season, you may witness newborn wildebeest taking their first steps while predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas patrol the plains. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive through the region’s diverse habitats. Your experienced safari guide will help you discover wildlife behavior and capture memorable photographs. Return to your camp or lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay. Optional activities and accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP, Tanzania)

Activities:

• Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Safari Haven Migration Camp

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

After an early breakfast, depart for the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the world famous Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. Explore the crater floor, home to diverse wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, and with luck the endangered black rhino. Admire the spectacular landscapes of open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and seasonal wetlands while your guide shares insights into the crater’s unique ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a designated area before continuing your wildlife adventure. In the afternoon, ascend the crater and begin your journey back to Arusha, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way. Upon arrival, check in at your accommodation and relax after an exciting day of exploration. Optional activities and accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost. Dinner and overnight stay in Arusha.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

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

White RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Activities:

• Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Arusha Farm House

• Mid-range lodge in Arusha (City, Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Departure

Enjoy your final breakfast in Arusha, reflecting on the unforgettable experiences of your Kenya and Tanzania wildlife safari. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some free time to relax at your accommodation, explore the town, or purchase souvenirs to remember your Kenya & Tanzania adventure. When it is time to depart, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward flight. Take with you wonderful memories of Amboseli’s elephants, the spectacular landscapes of Ndutu, the Great Wildebeest Migration and calving season, and the remarkable wildlife of Ngorongoro Crater. Optional activities and late check-out are available for an extra cost, subject to availability. This marks the end of your safari adventure. We wish you a safe journey and hope to welcome you back to East Africa!

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport (Tanzania)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

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.