4-Day Calving Season Safari in Southern Serengeti

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

Arusha – Ndutu Region (Southern Serengeti)

After breakfast, depart Arusha for the Ndutu region, a stunning section of the Southern Serengeti ecosystem. You'll arrive in time for your first game drive en route to your tented camp. The open plains are dotted with herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles—all preparing for or recovering from birth. Predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas often lurk nearby.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Africa Safari South Serengeti (Safari Tent)

• Budget tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full-Day Game Drive in Ndutu – Calving Season in Action

Spend the full day exploring the Ndutu plains, Lake Ndutu, and surrounding woodland. Your expert guide will track the herds and help you witness newborn wildebeest taking their first steps—an emotional and thrilling sight. Predator-prey interaction is common, and you may see cheetahs on the hunt or hyenas circling the herds. Enjoy a humper hot lunch in the bush before continuing your game drive into the golden afternoon light.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Africa Safari South Serengeti (Safari Tent)

• Budget tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ndutu – Ngorongoro Crater Rim

After a relaxed breakfast and a short morning game drive in Ndutu, head toward the Ngorongoro highlands. You’ll climb the escarpment with beautiful views along the way. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim in time to relax and enjoy the cooler air and lush surroundings.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Wild Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a final unforgettable game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to the Big Five and offers some of the best wildlife viewing in the region. You’ll enjoy a humper hot lunch at the hippo pool picnic site before ascending the crater and driving back to Arusha, arriving late afternoon.

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)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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