Experience an unforgettable 6 days Tanzania Ndutu calving migration safari, where you will witness the incredible birth of thousands of wildebeest calves in the Serengeti. This magical time occurs between December and March, making it the perfect opportunity to explore this stunning region.
Your journey begins in the Ndutu region of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where half a million young wildebeest are born within weeks. Here, the rainy season and fertile volcanic soil create a lush carpet of short grass rich in essential vitamins, attracting vast herds. Consequently, this vibrant ecosystem draws predators, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs, eager to hunt the vulnerable calves.
Moreover, you’ll witness the thrilling interactions between young, vulnerable calves and predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, making this safari a unique adventure. Experience the vibrant wildlife and stunning landscapes that define this magical time in Tanzania.
Additionally, your safari will take you to Tarangire National Park and the renowned Ngorongoro Crater, allowing you to witness the diverse wildlife these areas offer. Throughout your 6 days Tanzania Ndutu calving migration, expect thrilling game drives, breathtaking landscapes, and opportunities to capture incredible photographs.
In summary, this safari is not only a chance to see nature at its most raw and beautiful but also to create lasting memories. Prepare for an adventure filled with excitement and wonder in one of Africa’s most remarkable regions!
6 day Days
5 Nights
Mid-Range
English, Germany, France, Spain
A vid photographers
Can Be Customized
First time Africa travellers
Mid Range Tour
Private Tour
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro airport, you will meet your Safari guide. This will take you to your hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure, you can relax and enjoy the African atmosphere. Your personal and experienced safari guide not only knows a lot about Tanzanian culture, but can also tell you a lot about the beautiful national parks and sights of the country. So don’t be afraid to ask your Safari guide questions – he will be happy to answer them all. This trip is an exclusive private safari so you can enjoy your trip to the fullest! You can decide for yourself when to leave in the morning and when to return in the evening. You can also observe a specific animal or herd for as long as you like during the safari. You don’t have to be considerate of anyone. Your personal guide will advise you during the safari so that your trip will be an unforgettable experience. Tomorrow morning your safari will begin! Accommodation today will be in Arusha African Tulip on Bed and Breakfast. https://www.theafricantulip.co
Today you depart after breakfast to Tarangire National Park for a full day game drive. Since this is one of the less known parks in Tanzania, it still has an authentic safari atmosphere. The hilly landscape, with Baobab trees scattered against the blue sky, is breathtaking. Witness the world's largest concentration of elephants. Herds of up to 300 elephants can be seen around the Tarangire River, drinking or enjoying a mud bath. Apart from elephants, Tarangire is a paradise for bird lovers. In the area around the swamps you can also see lions, leopards, cheetahs and even tree-climbing pythons. Accommodation today will be in Manyara Safari Lodge With dinner
After breakfast, we will head to the Lake Ndutu region, situated in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a sublime landscape of the southern Serengeti ecosystem. The drive takes approximately 3 hrs, taking us across the beautiful landscape of The Rift Valley Lake Ndutu, alkaline like most of the other Rift Valley is frequently inhabited by a wide array of wildlife. with appetites sated, undertake our game drive in the Ndutu region. The majority of the wildebeest migration can normally be found on the short-grass plains from December to April. After the late afternoon game drive, you will drive to your accommodation for dinner and overnight. in Heritage Camp Ndutu
After our hearty breakfast, we head out to enjoy a full day game drive in the Ndutu region. We endeavor to explore the range of different habitats found here that include swamps, woodland, soda lakes, and the world-famous Serengeti short grass plains. We will see the awesome sight of the great thronging herds of wildebeest and zebra. During a short time frame around January, normally lasting for about 3 weeks, the majority of the wildebeest calves, dropping in the region of half a million young in this awesome act of synchronized birthing. The sea of grass provides little cover and the young Wildebeest calves can run minutes after they are born and within 3 days they are normally strong enough to keep up with the herd. As our full day of adventure upon the ‘Endless Plain,’ we depart to our accommodation for dinner and Overnight. in heritage camp ndutu
After breakfast, you will drive from Southern Serengeti ( Ndutu) to the Ngorongoro Crater. When you first see Ngorongoro Crater, it looks like a forgotten world. Concealed by the steep volcanic walls is a pristine wilderness including sweeping savannah, pockets of acacia woodland, and glistening lakes and swamps. The Crater was created when a large volcano exploded and collapsed in on itself two to three million years ago. The drive down the into the Crater is an adventure in itself and when you reach the Crater floor, you quickly find yourself amongst large numbers of wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, and more than 500 bird species. The Crater provides you with the best chance of seeing the endangered black rhino, which can sometimes be spotted in the open grasslands. After a full afternoon inside the Crater, you will head to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay in Karatu. Manyara Safari Lodge
After breakfast, we drive to our final destination on this epic safari – Lake Manyara National Park. This, a relatively small but diverse park, 120km west of Arusha, is so named for the shallow salt lake that covers some seventy percent of the surface area, flooding and drying with the seasons and home to thousands of flamingo and in the extraordinary region of 500 other bird species. On our exploration of the park we will see monkey, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, elephant, and, with some luck, lions lounging in the trees. The park is known for its diverse landscapes; not only open grassy plains but also primate-filled woodlands and baobab dotted cliffs. After lunch, we head back to Arusha where we will arrive in the late afternoon, our adventure at its inevitable end, with all the sights and sounds of wild East Africa tucked away in our mind for our adventure in life’s journey.
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