Overview
This 8-day adventure focuses on witnessing the spectacular wildebeest calving season in the Southern Serengeti, Ndutu Area occurring between December to April. During this remarkable wildlife spectacle, thousands of wildebeest and zebra calves are born daily on the nutrient-rich Ndutu plains, making it one of the greatest natural events on Earth. It will also takes you to Tarangire National park, Lake Manyara national park, Ngorongoro Crater and Central Serengeti.
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.
Places on this trip Serengeti National ParkNgorongoro Conservation AreaTarangire National ParkLake Manyara National Park
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and after immigration formalities, Wild Pride Safaris representative will meet you and transfer you to Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you will hopefully have time to relax and prepare for your Tanzania safari.
Your dinner and overnight stay will be at Arusha Planet Lodge.
MealsLunch and dinner; breakfast not included. Drinking water included; other drinks excluded. -
Day 2: Arusha- Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart with picnic and drive Tarangire National Park for a morning to late afternoon game drive.
Tarangire National Park (2,600km2) has unrivalled landscape of open plains, dotted with thousands of baobabs. It is located about 120kms south of Arusha. Tarangire is known for its lions and very big herds of buffalo. This is one of Africa’s little-known gems and should be on the itinerary of all lovers of wilderness and solitude. The animals include zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, elephant, Maasai giraffe and fringe-eared oryx (gemsbok). Predators include lion, cheetah and leopard. Birders will want to look out for the endemic ashy starling, rufous-tailed weaver and black-collared lovebird.
After enjoying the game drive, late afternoon drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight at Kankari Lodge.
MealsAll meals included. Drinking water included; other drinks excluded. -
Day 3: Karatu - Serengeti
After breakfast collect picnic lunch and drive to Central Serengeti National Park for afternoon game drive.
This park is renowned for being the location of the Great Wildlife Migration, which involves over two million wildebeests, zebras and antelopes. It is also an extremely large and wild game park, and home to the Big Five of Africa.
Dinner and overnight at Tukaone Weavers Camp.
OvernightTukaone Weavers Camp — Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NPMealsAll meals included. Drinking water included; other drinks excluded. -
Day 4: Game drives in Central Serengeti overnight in Ndutu
After breakfast embark on a morning and afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti National Park with picnic lunch in search of migration.
The Serengeti is spectacular, known for its vast open grasslands that offer excellent wildlife viewing. It’s home to abundant animals like impalas, buffalos, crocodiles, and hippos, with good chances to see predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards
Late afternoon, start enroute game drive to Southern Serengeti for dinner and overnight at Sero Tented Camp
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Ndutu.
Exploring swamps, woodlands, and savannahs. This is where millions of wildebeest give birth to their calves when the great migration passes through, often with plenty of predators nearby. It also has all of the essential elements of the Serengeti’s appeal, including big horizons and incredible wildlife, but without the crowds you’d share it with elsewhere.
Return to your tented camp for dinner and overnight rest after a day of adventure
Dinner and overnight at Sero Tented Camp.
OvernightSero Tented Camp — Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP -
Day 7: Ndutu -Ngorongoro Crater Tour
After breakfast drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area for crater tour with picnic lunch.
Descend 2000 feet (over 600 meters) to the floor of the crater for a half day crater tour.
Explore the forest areas which are inhabited by monkeys and elephant, the lake area, where you may see the flamingos and the open savannah where the lions hunt for food.
Late afternoon drive to your booked Lodge for dinner and overnight.
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Day 8: Lake Manyara National Park - Arusha
Today after breakfast you will drive to Lake Manyara National park for treetop walk in Park, where you can stroll high above the forest canopy and experience breathtaking panoramic views of the park’s vibrant wildlife and rich vegetation.
After the treetop walk, embark on an exciting game drive through Lake Manyara National Park to get up close with its iconic animals and immerse yourself in the beauty of one of Tanzania’s most scenic safari destinations. You have a great chance to spot the famous tree-climbing lions, lively baboons, majestic elephants, a wide variety of vibrant bird species, and many other incredible animals native to this unique ecosystem.
After lunch drive back to Arusha and you will be dropped at Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward arrangements.
Where you'll stay
Day 1
Arusha Planet Lodge
Mid-range lodge located in Arusha · City View lodge
Days 2, 7
Kankari Lodge
Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP View lodge
Prices
| Travel dates | Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
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| Dec 1, 2026 - Apr 30, 2027 | On request | $3,203 | $2,803 | $2,603 | $2,503 | $2,453 | On request |
Need different dates or a private arrangement?
Flexible dates · Custom itineraries · Private departures
Included & not included
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
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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