Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Ndutu Migration Calving Season Safari in Serengeti

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Witness the magnificent wildebeest migration in the Ndutu area
  • 02 Explore Lake Ndutu and the short-grass plains of the southern Serengeti ecosystem
  • 03 Experience wildlife encounters with elephants, spectacular birds, and resident game
  • 04 Learn about Tanzania's remarkable migration and calving season in the Serengeti
  • 05 Look out for the 'Big Five' and African leopards in Serengeti's heartland

Embark on a 4-day private Ndutu Migration Calving Season Safari and witness the awe-inspiring wildebeest migration during game drives in the southern Serengeti ecosystem. Explore the Lake Ndutu area, known for its short-grass plains, alkaline lake, and rich wildlife, including elephants, spectacular birds, and resident game. Continue through Serengeti's heartland for more wildlife viewing and insight into one of Tanzania's most remarkable natural events. This safari also offers the chance to encounter the 'Big Five' and African leopards in one of Africa's most celebrated parks.

Embark on a 4-day private Ndutu Migration Calving Season Safari and witness the awe-inspiring wildebeest migration during game drives in the southern Serengeti ecosystem.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Moshi, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Ndutu in the Serengeti Ecosystem

After breakfast, tourist(s) will be picked up from the hotel in Arusha and then transferred to Arusha Airport for a short flight of about 50 minutes, or travel by car in a 4x4 jeep with an open roof to the Serengeti North Ndutu Area. Upon arrival, tourist(s) will meet a driver-guide for a full-day game drive in Ndutu to view the magnificent migration.

In the evening, we'll drive to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay. The Lake Ndutu area, situated in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, is part of the southern Serengeti ecosystem. Lake Ndutu is alkaline, like most of the other Rift lakes. However, the water is still drinkable and is used by much of the local wildlife. Most of the wildebeest migration can normally be found on the short-grass plains from December to April. The area is usually heavily populated with elephants, spectacular birds, and resident game.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Camp or Lodge.

2
Day 02

Ndutu Game Drives and Transfer to Central Serengeti

On day two, tourist(s) will have an early morning game drive in the Ndutu Area and return to the camp for lunch in the afternoon. You'll also enjoy an evening game drive before returning to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

A thorough explanation of this great and attractive world event that Tanzania is proud of will be provided. In the evening, as the sun goes down, Tanzania's oldest and most popular national park, also a World Heritage Site and recently proclaimed a 7th worldwide wonder, the Serengeti is famed for its annual migration.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Camp or Lodge.

3
Day 03

Wildlife Viewing in Ndutu and Seronera

The Serengeti National Park is well known for its healthy population of resident wildlife, particularly the 'Big Five', named for the five most prized trophies once taken by hunters.

Lion: The Serengeti is believed to hold the largest population of lions in Africa, due in part to the abundance of prey species. More than 3,000 lions live in this ecosystem.

African Leopard: These reclusive predators are commonly seen around.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Camp or Lodge.

4
Day 04

Morning Game Drive and Return to Arusha

Tourists will enjoy a morning game drive, then return to the camp for breakfast. Afterward, they'll drive back to Arusha.

Lake Ndutu, short-grass plains, Seronera

Where this trip takes you

Lake Ndutu, short-grass plains, Seronera

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 4 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with an open roof
  • Park fees
  • Campsite or lodge accommodation
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide and chef
  • Food
    • Breakfasts
    • Lunches
    • Dinners
  • 1.5 bottles of water per day

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic flights
  • Travel insurance and medical insurance
  • Visas
  • Personal items
  • Tips for the safari guide and chef
  • Soda and alcoholic beverages
  • Extra activities

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Moshi, Tanzania
Tour start
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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