8-Day Serengeti Ndutu Wildebeest Calving Safari

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

Arrival at Kilimanjaro Intl Airport-Transfer to Arusha

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you'll be warmly greeted and transferred to your lodge in Arusha, where you can settle in and refresh. Depending on your arrival schedule, you will have an opportunity to explore the lodge`s surroundings. In the evening, dine for dinner, and overnight.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Lake Manyara National Park for game drives

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park. Experience exciting game drives encountering elephants, zebras, giraffes, buffalo, and diverse birdlife including flamingos, pelicans, and hornbills. Enjoy lunch at picturesque picnic sites, proceed with game drives. Later, exit and drive to the lodge for dinner, and overnight.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Eileen's Trees Inn

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Travel to Serengeti National Park via the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a route that showcases diverse landscapes and rich wildlife. Additionally, you can opt for Maasai cultural visits to experience the traditional lifestyle of the Maasai people, known for their distinctive customs and vibrant attire. Engage with the community, learn about their practices, and witness traditional dances and ceremonies. Enjoy exhilarating game drives en route to the camp for dinner, and overnight. This journey promises unforgettable wildlife encounters and enriching cultural experiences.

Main Destination:

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:

Thorn Tree Camp

• Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game drives in Serengeti en route to Ndutu Plains in Ngorongoro

Experience the captivating Serengeti National Park, where the African wilderness comes alive. Witness prides of lions, herds of zebras, and vibrant birdlife at dawn. Encounter the Great Migration and iconic wildlife like leopards and elephants. Enjoy lunch at a scenic spot and continue with game drives. Dinner, and overnight at the camp in Ndutu Plains.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Tanzania Bush Camps Ndutu Mobile Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explore the Wildebeest Calving Experience on Game Drives

Embark on a captivating full-day game drive in the mesmerizing Ndutu plains during the wildebeest migration season. Witness countless wildebeest calves and diverse wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and giraffes. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch and return to your camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Tanzania Bush Camps Ndutu Mobile Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game Drives in Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Arusha

Start your day with an early breakfast before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world's most remarkable natural wonders. The Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasts a diverse ecosystem that supports an incredible variety of wildlife. Spend the day on thrilling game drives, observing an array of animals including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, and an abundance of antelope species. The crater floor also hosts a significant population of birds, making it a paradise for bird watchers. Around midday, enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the designated sites within the Crater, surrounded by the stunning scenery and the sounds of nature.

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:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Airport drop off

Today you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro Airport for your departure back home.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

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