Fly from Zanzibar into Ndutu’s wilderness, witnessing the Great Wildebeest Migration unfold across endless plains on an unforgettable four-day safari adventure.
Set out on an unforgettable safari that starts and finishes on Zanzibar Island, journeying through the breathtaking landscapes of Tarangire and the southern Serengeti (Ndutu). Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ngorongoro Crater and experience the awe-inspiring calving season in Ndutu. Along the way, enjoy iconic highlights, including the Ngorongoro Crater, where you have the opportunity to see the legendary Big Five in their natural environment.
Tour Highlights
- Wildenbeest Migration Viewing
- Calving Activities Viewing
- Game Drive Experience
- Big Five & Birds Viewing
- Crater Floor Experience
Start your day early, around 6:00 AM (pickup time may vary depending on your hotel), when our driver will transfer you to the airport for your 8:00 AM flight from Zanzibar to Arusha. Upon arrival at 9:15 AM, your driver-guide will take you on a scenic drive of approximately 1.5 hours to Tarangire National Park, sharing fascinating insights into Arusha’s history and the culture of the Maasai people along the way.
Tarangire National Park is famed for its incredible biodiversity and large elephant herds. Its landscapes vary from seasonal swamps to open savannahs, with the Tarangire River winding through the park. Keep your eyes peeled, you may spot lions stalking prey or leopards resting in the branches above.
Enjoy a packed lunch amidst the park’s scenic surroundings. Your afternoon game drive concludes around 4:00 PM, after which you will head to your lodge to unwind, enjoy dinner, and spend the night surrounded by the tranquility of the African wilderness.
Midrange accommodation: Country Lodge Karatu
Meal plan: Lunch & Dinner
Drinks included: Soft drinks, wine & beer (Liquor not included)
Start your day with an early breakfast before heading out on an exhilarating game drive in the Southern Serengeti, around the Ndutu area, to witness the spectacular wildebeest calving season. Midday, enjoy a packed lunch at a scenic picnic spot within the park, surrounded by the beauty of the plains.
The Ndutu calving season, a highlight of the Great Wildebeest Migration, usually occurs from late January to March. During this time, over 400,000 wildebeest calves are born, drawn to the lush, nutrient-rich grasses that follow the short rains. The Southern Serengeti and Ndutu transform into a vibrant nursery, where newborns are both nurtured and threatened, with predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas nearby.
As the day comes to an end, return to your lodge to relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night immersed in the serene sounds of the Serengeti wilderness.
Midrange accommodation: Sero Tented Camp
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks included: Soft drinks, wine & beer (Liquor not included)
After an early breakfast, set out on an exhilarating game drive in the Southern Serengeti (Ndutu region) to witness the remarkable wildebeest calving season. Spend the day immersed in the vibrant plains, observing the herds and the dramatic interactions with the park’s predators. Midday, enjoy a packed lunch at a scenic picnic spot surrounded by the beauty of the Serengeti.
As the day draws to a close, return to your lodge to relax, enjoy a delicious dinner, and spend the night amid the tranquil Serengeti wilderness.
Midrange accommodation: Sero Tented Camp
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks included: Soft drinks, wine & beer (Liquor not included)
After an early breakfast, you will descend the steep, forested slopes into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. As the forest gives way to open savannah, the wildlife comes into view, and with some luck, you may encounter the Big Five: lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard, within just a few hours. Along the way, keep an eye out for warthogs, wildebeests, zebras, hippos, and some of the crater’s more than 500 bird species.
Following a morning of game viewing and a scenic picnic lunch, you will leave the crater in the afternoon and transfer to Arusha Airport for your 4:30 PM flight back to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, a guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel, where you can enjoy dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks included: Soft drinks, wine & beer (Liquor not included)
Inclusions
- Accommodation (Midrange)
- All meals (As specified in the day-by-day)
- Park entry and conservation fees
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with professional guide
- Bottled water during safari
- Soft drinks (such as non-alcoholic drinks)
- Transfers to and from lodge/airport
- Round trip flight from Zanzibar- Arusha
Exclusions
- International flights Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities (hot-air balloon rides, walking safaris)
FAQ
The migration happens year-round, but the best sightings depend on location. River crossings peak from July to October, while calving season occurs from January to March.
Calving season runs from late January to February in Ndutu and southern Serengeti. It is a key phase of the wildebeest migration, featuring newborns and increased predator activity.
You may encounter the Big Five involving lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard in this safari. Along the way, keep an eye out for warthogs, wildebeests, zebras, hippos, and some of the crater’s more than 500 bird species.
No, not in this tour. You will be picked up in Zanzibar by our tour guide and then fly to the Arusha for the safari.