6-Day Ndutu–Serengeti–Ngorongoro Calving Season Safari

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

Welcome Tanzania - Arusha

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be picked up and transferred to their hotel in Arusha for rest and relaxation. Depending on your arrival time and interest, you will also have the option to enjoy a guided city tour, exploring local markets, cultural sites, and the vibrant town atmosphere. You will spend the night at the hotel, preparing for the safari ahead.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Farm House

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Arusha to Ndutu

Today you have a long and rewarding drive ahead of you, as you make your way from Arusha region, through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to Ndutu - South Serengeti. The road will take you through the Maasai homeland, the only communities people permitted to live in the Conservation area. Traditionally nomadic, the Maasai people are rich in culture and can often be seen herding their cattle in brightly colored traditional Maasai robes.

They live in complete harmony with the earth, using their long-ingrained family knowledge of plant life as a means for survival. Along the drive, you will be able to spot giraffes, zebras, and other animals. Prepare to be amazed when you catch your first glimpse of the endless plains of the Serengeti. Before you arrive at your accommodation, you will have already had your first taste of game driving. This afternoon you will enjoy the afternoon game drive until sunset.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Intimate Camp Zebra

• Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ndutu Plains

After breakfast, today you will venture deeper into Ndutu where you will see the great wildebeest. December to March is the calving season when the wildebeest and zebra give birth to their offspring and it is highly likely you will see a live birth. This is also an excellent time to see predator action as lion and leopards prey on the young and vulnerable calves.

After picnic lunch you will proceed with game drive until evening, drive back to the camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Intimate Camp Zebra

• Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ndutu to Central Serengeti

Wake up with the sunrise and set out on an early morning game drive across the vast short-grass plains of southern Serengeti, where herds of wildebeest and zebras move gracefully under the golden morning light. Witness the circle of life unfold as predators and prey interact in this pristine wilderness, creating unforgettable wildlife moments. In the afternoon, continue your journey to the heart of the central Serengeti, enjoying panoramic views of acacia-dotted plains and rocky kopjes, perfect for spotting lions, leopards, and other magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.

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:

Intimate Camp Seronera

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti National Park

On the following day, you will enjoy a full-day game drive in the Serengeti, exploring multiple regions of this iconic park to maximize wildlife viewing opportunities. From the open plains to rocky kopjes, you’ll have the chance to spot a wide variety of animals, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest, while experiencing the breathtaking landscapes that make the Serengeti world-famous.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Intimate Camp Seronera

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater

On the final day, guests will depart from the Serengeti and drive toward the Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival, they will enjoy a guided game drive within this stunning volcanic caldera, home to the Big Five and a rich variety of wildlife. After an unforgettable experience in the crater, the journey continues back to Arusha, marking the conclusion of the safari adventure.

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:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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