5-Day Calving Season Safari to the Wilds of Ndutu

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

Arrival in Arusha – The Gateway to Your Safari Adventure

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a warm welcome awaits. You’ll be met by your dedicated driver-guide and transferred in comfort to your overnight accommodation at Kahawa House, a tranquil retreat nestled on the lush outskirts of Arusha. Surrounded by coffee plantations and tropical gardens, this elegant lodge offers a peaceful atmosphere to relax and recover from your journey. Enjoy the serene ambiance, indulge in a freshly prepared dinner, and fall asleep to the distant sounds of nature.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Kahawa House

• Luxury lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha – Fly to Ndutu & Begin Your Wild Safari

After an early breakfast, your safari begins in earnest. You'll be driven to Arusha Airport where a short, scenic flight will take you across the plains to Ndutu, nestled in the southern Serengeti ecosystem. As your small aircraft descends, enjoy bird’s-eye views of rolling savannahs, ancient acacia trees, and the promise of wildlife waiting below.

Upon landing at Ndutu Airstrip, your experienced safari guide will greet you and begin your first thrilling game drive through this vast and wildlife-rich region. Known for its dramatic predator-prey interactions, Ndutu is especially magical during the calving season (January to March), when thousands of wildebeest give birth on the plains and the circle of life is on full display.

Arrive at Lake Masek Tented Lodge, your comfortable home in the bush. Set beside a quiet lake and surrounded by untamed nature, the lodge offers a perfect balance of luxury and wilderness.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Masek Tented Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Full Day Game Drive in Ndutu – Witness the Great Calving Season

Today is dedicated to exploring the wide-open plains of the Ndutu region, an area that becomes the stage for one of nature’s most awe-inspiring spectacles, the calving of the Great Migration. Each year, hundreds of thousands of wildebeest gather to give birth, creating an abundance of life and attracting large numbers of predators such as lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and jackals.

Your expert guide will take you deep into the wilderness, tracking herds and predators, sharing knowledge of animal behaviors, and ensuring you experience intimate wildlife encounters. You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch in the shade of an acacia tree, with views that stretch endlessly across the plains. Return to your lodge in the late afternoon to unwind by the fire and enjoy a hearty dinner under the stars.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Masek Tented Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Another Full Day in Ndutu – Walking Safari & Game Drive Adventure

Today begins with a special opportunity to experience the African bush from a completely different perspective — a guided walking safari in the Ndutu region. Accompanied by an experienced walking guide and a park ranger, you’ll step out on foot into the wilderness to explore the ecosystem up close. Learn to read animal tracks, study plants used in traditional medicine, and witness the smaller wonders of the savannah that are often missed from a vehicle. The thrill of being on foot in big game country is unforgettable, a true connection to the land.

After your walk, return to camp for a refreshing brunch or rest. Later in the afternoon, head back out for a traditional game drive, continuing your exploration of Ndutu’s vast plains and woodlands, where cheetahs roam, elephants wander, and flocks of birds color the sky.

As the sun sets, return to Lake Masek Tented Lodge for a final night under the stars, serenaded by the distant sounds of the wild.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Masek Tented Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Ndutu to Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive & Departure

This morning, rise early for a final breakfast in the bush before departing on a scenic drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend 600 meters into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, often described as the "eighth wonder of the world." This ancient volcanic caldera is home to an astonishing concentration of wildlife, including elephants, hippos, lions, spotted hyenas, and – with luck – the elusive black rhino.

Spend the morning on a game drive across the crater floor, passing through open grasslands, swamps, acacia forests, and the salt lake at its center. After an unforgettable safari finale, ascend the crater walls and continue driving back to Arusha, arriving in time for your international departure or onward connection.

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.