6-Day Great Migration Calving Season Safari To Ndutu, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

Witness New Life, Predator Action, and the Drama of the Southern Plains

Overview

This 6-day safari is designed around the peak of the Great Migration’s Calving Season (January to March), when over 500,000 wildebeest are born in just a few weeks on the short grass plains of Ndutu in Southern Serengeti.

With predators lurking and the plains teeming with new life, this safari offers extraordinary wildlife interactions, vivid photography opportunities, and expertly guided game drives—all linked by smooth transitions and hosted in charming mid-luxury camps and lodges.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrival In Arusha (Welcome & Pre-Safari Briefing)

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport / Arusha Airport and transfer to your lodge in Arusha. Enjoy a peaceful evening and a detailed safari briefing with your expert guide. Then prepare yourself for the next day safari adventure in the hidden gems of Tanzania Northern Tourism circuit.

Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Overnight: Arusha Planet Lodge

DAY 2: Arusha To Tarangire National Park (Elephants & Baobabs)

Drive to Tarangire National Park (approx. 2.5–3 hours), known for its dense elephant population and stunning baobab-studded landscapes. Enjoy your first game drive and a picnic lunch within the park, before driving out to your accommodation set at Karatu Town.

Meals: Full Board
Overnight: Farm of Dreams Lodge

DAY 3: Karatu To Ngorongoro Crater & Drive To Ndutu (Calving Zone Begins)

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. Explore this natural sanctuary for rhinos, lions, and herds of wildebeest. After lunch, drive (approx. 3 hours) to Ndutu in Southern Serengeti, the seasonal home of the calving migration. Late in the evening you will drive towards your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Meals: Full Board
Overnight: Ndutu Safari Lodge

DAY 4: Full-Day Game Drive In Ndutu (Birth, Hunts & Herds)

Spend the day tracking the Great Migration herds across the open plains of Ndutu. With thousands of newborn calves, predators are never far expecting action-packed scenes and rich biodiversity, including cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, and vultures. Enjoy your leisure bush lunch in the bush then continue with the afternoon game drive till dawn.

Meals: Full Board
Overnight: Ndutu Safari Lodge

DAY 5: Second Full Day In Ndutu (Wildlife & Photography Heaven)

Another day to witness nature’s beauty and brutality. Follow different herds or focus on predators, birdlife, or even take optional short guided walks. Your expert guide will help you anticipate dramatic moments and ideal photo opportunities, before drive back to your accommodation for an overnight.

Meals: Full Board
Overnight: Ndutu Safari Lodge

DAY 6: Return To Arusha (Farewell Or Extension To Zanzibar)

After breakfast, begin your scenic overland journey back to Arusha (approx. 7–8 hours), or opt for a scheduled bush flight at extra cost. Enjoy a farewell lunch and prepare for your flight home or onward beach retreat.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Inclusions

Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof.
Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
Accommodation & meals as per itinerary
Park entry fees
Bottled drinking water.
Game drives & cultural activities
Pick-up & drop-off in Arusha
First-aid kit in vehicle

Exclusions

Short, rich, and unforgettable this safari proves that even a few days in Tanzania can create lifelong memories. Karibu tena!

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