4-Day Fly-in Tanzania Safari with Ndutu Calving and Ngorongoro

4 Days Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Fly from Zanzibar straight into the Serengeti for a 4-day Northern Circuit safari
  • 02 Spend two nights in Ndutu during the wildebeest calving season from December to March
  • 03 See thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather on the southern plains to give birth
  • 04 Explore Central Serengeti, Southern Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater in one trip
  • 05 Look for the Big Five in the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater

This 4-day fly-in safari begins and ends in Zanzibar and is ideal for exploring the Central Serengeti, Southern Serengeti during the calving season, and the Ngorongoro Crater. You'll visit three top parks of Tanzania's Northern Circuit, with two nights in Ndutu. Between December and March, thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather on Serengeti's nutrient-rich southern plains to give birth, creating a breathtaking wildlife spectacle, followed by Big Five game viewing in the Ngorongoro Crater.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Fly from Zanzibar to Central Serengeti

Your journey begins with a hotel pick-up, followed by a flight from Zanzibar Airport to the Serengeti airstrip. Arriving in the Serengeti in the late morning, you'll embark on a series of game drives, exploring the wildlife-rich landscapes until the afternoon. Afterward, you'll return to the lodge for a satisfying lunch before setting out on another exciting game drive, culminating in the breathtaking spectacle of a Serengeti sunset. This day promises an immersive safari experience in one of Africa's most iconic wildlife destinations.

Land of Nature Camp

  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks
2
Day 02

Game Drive from Central Serengeti to Ndutu

After an early morning breakfast, we will embark on a game drive to further acquaint you with the vast expanse of Serengeti National Park and explore some lesser-known areas. This provides an opportunity to witness hippopotamuses and other aquatic animals, such as lizards and crocodiles, until lunchtime. After lunch, head to the Ndutu area. We hope you will find this experience enjoyable. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at the lodge.

Safari Haven Migration Camp

  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks
3
Day 03

Ndutu Calving Season Safari Experience

Start your day in Ndutu with a bush breakfast on the plains, surrounded by marshlands, woodlands, and soda lakes alive with wildlife. Witness wildebeest calving on the short-grass plains and big cats nurturing their young in the marshes. As evening falls, gather by the campfire, enjoy a drink under the acacias, and drift to sleep with the sounds of the wild echoing through the night.

Safari Haven Migration Camp

  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks
4
Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Flight to Zanzibar

After breakfast in the morning, you will be driven to the Ngorongoro Crater, where you can encounter various animals such as zebras, giraffes, elephants, rhinos, and wildebeest, among others. After lunch at the picnic site, you will go on another game drive before being transferred back to Arusha Airport to catch your flight back to Zanzibar in the evening.

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
3 cities · 4 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
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$20.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

  • Comfortable closed shoes
  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Camera and/or binoculars
  • Power bank and universal adapter
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medication
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Passport and travel documents
  • Travel insurance
  • Small cash (USD or local currency for tips/souvenirs)
  • Be prepared for cold mornings and hot afternoons
  • Follow guide instructions at all times
  • Avoid bright colours and strong perfumes
  • Stay quiet during wildlife viewing

Know before you go

  • Early mornings are cold, and afternoons can be hot.
  • Game drives involve long hours in a vehicle.
  • Wildlife viewing is unpredictable; patience is required.
  • Always follow your guide's instructions for safety.
  • Keep your distance from animals; do not attempt to approach them.
  • Silence and minimal movement improve wildlife sightings.
  • Roads inside the parks can be rough and dusty.
  • Mobile network coverage may be limited in remote areas.
  • Cultural visits require respectful behavior and permission before taking photos.
  • Small cash is useful for tips and local purchases.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began.

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