5-Day Ndutu Calving & Serengeti, Crater, Tarangire Tour

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

Pick from Airport

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha, your guide will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your lodge. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short city tour or simply relax at the hotel after your journey. Arusha, set at the foot of Mount Meru, is known as the gateway to Tanzania’s northern circuit safaris. Here you’ll be briefed on the safari ahead, ensuring you’re well prepared for the days to come. Dinner and overnight in Arusha.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Njiro Climax Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ndutu Plains (Calving Season)

After an early breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro highlands and descend towards the Ndutu plains, famous for the Great Migration calving season between December and March. During this period, hundreds of thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles give birth, creating one of the most dramatic wildlife spectacles on Earth. The abundance of newborns draws predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, offering incredible action for wildlife lovers and photographers. Afternoon game drive followed by dinner and overnight in Ndutu.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Safari Haven Migration Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Central Serengeti

Wake up early for a morning game drive in Ndutu before heading to Central Serengeti, known for its year-round wildlife and iconic open plains. The Seronera Valley, often called the “big cat capital of Africa,” is a highlight with its large populations of lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Spend the afternoon exploring the central Serengeti, with opportunities to witness herds of wildebeest and zebra, giraffes, elephants, and diverse birdlife. In the evening, relax at your camp surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

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:

Tukaone Weavers Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, enjoy a game drive as you depart Serengeti, then head to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Descend 600 meters to the crater floor for a full-day safari in this natural wonder. The crater is home to nearly 30,000 animals, including elephants, buffalo, zebras, hippos, lions, and the rare black rhino. Its diverse habitats of lakes, grasslands, and acacia forests make it one of the best places to see the Big Five in one day. Evening drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

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:

Suricata Boma Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, well-known for its giant baobab trees, sweeping landscapes, and large elephant herds. The park is also home to lions, giraffes, buffalo, and over 500 bird species, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts. Enjoy a game drive along the Tarangire River, where animals gather during the dry season. After the safari, return to Arusha and drop-off at your hotel or the airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your memorable Tanzanian safari.

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

Show more

HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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.