Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Ndutu Calving Season Safari from Zanzibar via Ngorongoro

3 Days Round trip from Ndutu Lake Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Witness the wildebeest calving season with thousands of newborn calves
  • 02 Observe predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas during the calving period
  • 03 Explore the Ndutu region through immersive full-day game drives
  • 04 Experience dramatic wildlife interactions unique to the calving season
  • 05 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for sightings of rhinos, hippos, and flamingos

Experience a 3-day safari during the wildebeest calving season in Ndutu and the Southern Serengeti. Fly from Zanzibar to the Serengeti, witness thousands of newborn calves, and observe predators in action as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas roam the plains. Enjoy immersive game drives across breathtaking landscapes and descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater before returning to Zanzibar.

Witness the seasonal calving spectacle, with more than 400,000 newborn calves attracting predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Zanzibar, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Languages English, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Fly from Zanzibar to Ndutu for a Calving Season Game Drive

  • Depart Zanzibar on an 8:00 am flight to the Serengeti and arrive at Ndutu Airstrip around 11:00 am.
  • Meet your safari guide upon arrival and begin an immersive game drive through the Ndutu region.

  • Enjoy a packed picnic lunch at a scenic location within the park.

  • Continue with the afternoon game drive across the calving grounds where thousands of wildebeest gather.

  • Witness the seasonal calving spectacle, with more than 400,000 newborn calves attracting predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas.

  • Return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camps - Ndutu Mobile Camp
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

2
Day 02

Full-Day Ndutu Calving Season Safari in Southern Serengeti

  • Begin the day with breakfast before heading out for a full-day game drive in the Ndutu and southern Serengeti region.
  • Explore the lush, nutrient-rich plains where the wildebeest gather for calving between late January and March.

  • Observe dramatic wildlife interactions as predators take advantage of the abundance of vulnerable newborns.

  • Enjoy a packed picnic lunch at a designated site within the park.

  • Conclude the afternoon game drive around 4:00 pm and later enjoy dinner at your camp.

Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

3
Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Flight Back to Zanzibar

  • Begin with breakfast at 7:00 am before departing for the Ngorongoro Crater.
  • Descend into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera for a half-day game drive.

  • Explore diverse habitats including Lake Magadi, home to black rhinos, flamingos, hippos, and various water birds.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch within the crater before beginning the drive to Arusha Airport.

  • Arrive in time for your 4:30 pm flight to Zanzibar, landing at 5:45 pm for your onward transfer to your hotel.

Accommodation: No accommodation included
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Ndutu calving grounds, southern Serengeti game drives, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Magadi

Where this trip takes you

Ndutu calving grounds, southern Serengeti game drives, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Magadi

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ndutu Lake 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities (unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
  • All flights during the tour
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Round-trip airport transfer
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinking water (on all days)

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 per person per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Tour start
Ndutu Lake, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Ndutu Lake.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,500.00 — $2,000.00
Double Sharing $1,500.00 — $1,830.00

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