7-Day Calving Season and Migration Safari Itinerary

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

Arrival in Arusha – Overnight at Arusha Planet Hotel

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be met by your guide and transferred to Arusha Planet Hotel for your overnight stay. Arusha is the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit, and this is where your adventure begins. The evening is free for you to relax and enjoy the hotel’s facilities before preparing for the exciting days ahead. Dinner is available at the hotel. Overnight at Arusha Planet Hotel.

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)
• Drinks not included

Arusha to Ndutu – Ndutu Area

After breakfast at your hotel, you’ll depart for Ndutu (about a 4-5 hour drive). This area, located in the southern part of Serengeti National Park, is known for its rich wildlife during the calving season. You’ll arrive at Ndutu Heritage Camp, where you’ll enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting newborn wildebeest, zebras, and predators that follow them. The Ndutu area is known for the calving season, which is one of the best wildlife spectacles in Africa. Enjoy an immersive experience as you witness the wildbeest migration and the early months of life for the newborns. Dinner and overnight at Ndutu Heritage Camp.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Ndutu Heritage Camp

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ndutu – Full Day Game Drives

Today, you’ll spend the entire day exploring the Ndutu area, which is known for its incredible wildlife during the calving season. Witness thousands of wildebeest giving birth, attracting predators like cheetahs, lions, and hyenas. The area’s rich ecosystem ensures that you’ll encounter a variety of animals, including gazelles, buffaloes, and ostriches. The game drives are designed to give you an in-depth look at the migratory and calving phenomena, and your guide will offer insightful commentary on the behaviors of animals during this critical time. Return to Ndutu Heritage Camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Ndutu Heritage Camp

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ndutu to Serengeti

After breakfast, you will continue your journey northward into the Serengeti. The drive takes you through the stunning landscapes of the southern Serengeti before arriving at Moyo Tented Camp in the central Serengeti. Here, you’ll enjoy another game drive in the afternoon, where you’ll encounter more wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, and predators. The central Serengeti is a prime location to see the migration of wildebeest and zebras, as well as predators on the hunt. Dinner and overnight at Moyo Tented Camp.

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:

Moyo Tented Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Days Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day in the Serengeti on game drives. This area is famous for the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles migrate in search of food and water. Depending on the timing of your visit, you may also witness dramatic predator-prey interactions. The Serengeti is home to an abundance of wildlife, including the Big Five (lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos). Your experienced guide will take you to the best spots to witness the movement of the animals, ensuring that you see the magic of the migration. Return to Moyo Tented Camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Moyo Tented Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

On your final day, you’ll leave the Serengeti behind and head toward the Ngorongoro Crater. After a scenic drive (about 3-4 hours), you will reach Embalakai Camp, located near the crater rim. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive around the Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to one of the world’s most spectacular concentrations of wildlife, including elephants, lions, and flamingos. The caldera offers a great chance to see a wide range of animals in one location. After a thrilling game drive, you will return to Embalakai Camp for your final dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands

Accommodation:

Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp

• Luxury tented camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater to Kilimanjaro airport

On the last day of your safari, after an early breakfast, you’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive. The crater is often referred to as the “Garden of Eden” because of the diversity of wildlife found here. After exploring the crater, you will drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro airport (approximately 4 hours), where your safari ends.

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:

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

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