7-Day Wildebeest Calving Season & Big Five Safari

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

Tarangire National Park

Depart Arusha in the morning and drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its towering baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a scenic game drive with chances to spot lions, zebras, giraffes, and buffalo. Enjoy lunch in the park before continuing your game drive.

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:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Drive to Ndutu – Southern Serengeti

After breakfast, begin your journey to the Ndutu area in the Southern Serengeti ecosystem. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the open plains, where wildebeest are gathering for calving. This area is rich in both herbivores and predators during this season. Settle into your camp or lodge for dinner and overnight under the stars.

Main Destination:

Southern 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:

Sero Tented Camps

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Ndutu – Calving Season Experience

Spend a full day exploring the Ndutu plains, the epicenter of the wildebeest calving season. Watch as newborn calves take their first steps while lions, cheetahs, and hyenas lurk nearby. The abundance of life (and death) offers intense photography and rare sightings. Break for a bush lunch before continuing your adventure into the afternoon.

Main Destination:

Southern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Sero Tented Camps

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Game Drive en Route to Central Serengeti

Depart Ndutu and enjoy a long game drive en route to Central Serengeti. This region is known for its big cats, resident game, and year-round action. Stop for wildlife viewing and photo opportunities along the way. Arrive at your tented camp in the Seronera area for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Safari Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Central Serengeti Safari

Today is dedicated to discovering the Central Serengeti, where lion prides and leopards roam the acacia-studded savannah. Begin with a sunrise game drive, followed by a full-day exploration with a packed lunch in the bush. Spot elephants, hippos, gazelles, and more throughout the day. Return to camp for a relaxing evening and sundowner.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Safari Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro Crater Exploration

Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Crater for a spectacular wildlife experience. Known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World," the crater hosts black rhinos, lions, elephants, and a dense concentration of other animals. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool. Overnight near the Crater rim or in Karatu.

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:

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Return to Arusha – Lunch & Airport Drop-off

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before departing for Arusha. On arrival, stop for lunch at a local restaurant or lodge. Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or your preferred drop-off point.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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