5-Day Serengeti Wildebeest Calving Season Premier Safari
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day road safari through the heart of Tanzania, exploring the stunning landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park, the southern Serengeti’s Ndutu region, and the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Witness the awe-inspiring wildebeest calving season in Ndutu during the great migration, encounter the magnificent Big Five, and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Africa’s wilderness on this captivating adventure.
From $2,369 /pp
OVERVIEW
Duration
5 Days
Safari Type
Calving Safari
Starts From
Arusha
Accommodation
Premier luxury
About This Safari
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day road safari through the heart of Tanzania, exploring the stunning landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park, the southern Serengeti’s Ndutu region, and the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Witness the awe-inspiring wildebeest calving season in Ndutu during the great migration, encounter the magnificent Big Five, and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Africa’s wilderness on this captivating adventure.
Safari Highlights
Ndutu Plains
Wildebeest calving, newborn animals and predator activity on the southern plains.
Serengeti National Park
Migration-focused game drives across classic Serengeti landscapes.
Ngorongoro Crater
Crater-floor wildlife viewing in a dramatic volcanic caldera.
Tarangire & Manyara
Elephants, baobabs, Rift Valley scenery and varied birdlife.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
01
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
You will be picked up from your Hotel in Arusha and depart to Tarangire National Park.
Game drive in the park with picnic lunch
Tarangire is famous for its massive herds of elephants, some reaching up to 300 individuals gathering around the Tarangire River, especially during the dry season. The park boasts diverse landscapes, from seasonal swamps to open savannahs dotted with ancient baobab trees. Keep an eye out for lions stalking prey, leopards resting in trees, and a variety of wildlife including giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and over 500 bird species. Late afternoon, you will be transferred to Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp — Luxury tented camp located inside Tarangire NP
- Meals: Lunch and dinner; breakfast not included. Drinking water included; other drinks excluded.
- Overnight: Kontiki Serengeti Camp — mid-range tented camp in Central Serengeti
02
Tarangire – Ngorongoro Crater- Ndutu
After breakfast collect picnic lunch and depart for Ngorongoro Crater Tour.
Lunch to be served at the crater Rim.
The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact volcanic caldera in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site, celebrated as one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders. Spanning roughly 260 square kilometers, this unique ecosystem supports an estimated 30,000 large mammals, including resident populations of buffalo, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and critically endangered black rhinos. The crater’s rich savannahs, woodlands, and swamps also attract an impressive variety of bird species such as flocks of vibrant flamingos, majestic eagles, and keen-eyed buzzards. This compact yet diverse habitat makes Ngorongoro Crater a prime destination to witness abundant wildlife encounters within a short span of time. After lunch, begin your game drive en route to Ndutu, where you will enjoy dinner and overnight stay at Masek Tented Lodge.
Accommodation: Masek Tented Lodge — Luxury tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Meals: All meals included. Drinking water included; other drinks excluded.
- Overnight: Kankari Lodge — mid-range lodge in Karatu
03
Game drive in Southern Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, morning and afternoon game drive in Ndutu. After enjoying morning game drive, Later in the day, embark on a guided walking safari with an experienced armed ranger, allowing you to quietly connect with the wilderness and discover its secrets from a profoundly different perspective.
The southern region of Serengeti is dominated by the lush grassy plains that draw about two million wildebeest, half a million zebra and some quarter million antelope to make the hazardous journey in search of pasture when the autumn rains come. In most years, the great wildebeest and zebra herds of the migration fill the plains of Ndutu from December to April and it’s an incredible spectacle. This is usually when wildebeest give birth, so you’ll likely see lots of calves taking their first steps. Watch also for big cats and hyenas on the hunt. Keep an eye out for lions climbing trees in the nearby acacia forests.
Dinner and overnight at Masek Tented Lodge.
Accommodation: Masek Tented Lodge — Luxury tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Meals: All meals included. Drinking water included; other drinks excluded.
- Overnight: Pazuri Inn — mid-range hotel in Arusha
04
Ndutu– Karatu
After breakfast, depart with a packed lunch for a morning game drive across the vibrant Ndutu Plains, when wildlife is most active and the bush teems with life. Following this unforgettable experience, journey to Karatu for dinner and overnight stay
Dinner and overnight at Kitela Lodge.
Accommodation: Kitela Lodge — Luxury lodge located 2-3hr drive from Ndutu
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch; dinner not included. Drinks not included.
- Overnight: No accommodation — end of tour
05
Lake Manyara National Park - Arusha
After breakfast, depart with packed lunch boxes to an exciting game drive at Lake Manyara National Park.
Lake Manyara is renowned for its rare tree-climbing lions and large troops of playful olive baboons that greet you along the forest roads. The park’s diverse habitats also host elephants, hippos, and over 400 bird species, making it a top destination for wildlife lovers and birdwatchers alike.
After lunch, you will drive back to Arusha and be dropped off at your hotel.
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Accommodation
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Masek Tented Lodge
Luxury tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Pricing
From $2,369 per person
Rates are per person in US dollars and vary by travel season and group size.
Travel dates
2 people
3 people
4 people
5 people
6 people
Jun 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$3,099
$2,796
$2,643
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Jan 1, 2027 - Mar 31, 2027
$3,146
$2,842
$2,692
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Apr 1, 2027 - May 31, 2027
$2,825
$2,521
$2,369
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Jun 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$3,146
$2,842
$2,692
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Included & Excluded
What's Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking water(On all days)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
What's Not Included
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government-imposed increase in taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
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