6-Day Ndutu Calving Season Experience Camping &Lodge

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

Arrival in Arusha

Upon your arrival in Arusha, you'll be warmly greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Take some time to relax after your journey, perhaps exploring the vibrant city of Arusha, which serves as the gateway to Tanzania's renowned safari destinations. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel, where you can meet your fellow travelers and discuss the exciting adventures ahead. Rest up for the start of your safari tour the following day.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Arusha (Standard Room)

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a full-day game drive, exploring its rich birdlife and diverse habitats. Lunch will be served in the car’s shade, including soup, bread rolls, a main dish, fruit salad, and a choice of wine, tea, or coffee. Continue the game drive to witness the park's famed tree-climbing lions and tusked elephants. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, with the chance to spot up to 100 of the park’s 400 bird species in a single day.

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:

Budget camping

• Inside Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ndutu

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti South in the Ndutu area for a full day of game driving among the massive wildebeest herds. A hot lunch, including soup, bread rolls, a main dish, fruit salad, and a choice of wine, tea, or coffee, will be served at a scenic spot. Explore diverse landscapes such as swamps, woodlands, and the Serengeti's short-grass plains. Witness the dramatic calving season in February, where newborn wildebeest must quickly adapt to the open grasslands and keep pace with the herd. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight rest.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Ndutu Safari Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ndutu

Start your day with an early breakfast at the camp, then embark on a full-day game drive in the Ndutu area of Serengeti South. Witness the dramatic wildebeest migration and spot predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Return to the camp for a hot lunch and some afternoon relaxation. In the late afternoon, enjoy another game drive before heading back to camp for dinner and an overnight stay. Lake Ndutu, an alkaline rift lake, supports a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants and various bird species, making it a prime location for observing the migration from December to April.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Ndutu Safari Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ndutu

After breakfast at the camp, embark on a game drive in the Ndutu area, exploring the grassy plains and woodlands as you track the vast herds of wildebeest and zebra. Witness the dramatic scene of newborn calves and predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas in action. Enjoy a hot lunch under an acacia tree with soup, bread rolls, a main dish, fruit salad, and a choice of wine, tea, or coffee. Continue the game drive into the evening before traveling to Ngorongoro for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Ndutu Safari Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro crater

After an early breakfast at the lodge, journey to the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of game driving. A hot lunch, including soup, bread rolls, a main dish, fruit salad, and a choice of wine, tea, or coffee, will be served in the shade of your vehicle. Continue exploring the crater’s stunning landscapes, including the shallow alkaline Lake Magadi, known for its flamingos, hippos, and other waterbirds. In the late afternoon, return to Arusha for your transfer to the airport. The Ngorongoro Crater, a majestic caldera, is a highlight of your safari experience.

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.