Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Ndutu Migration Safari in Serengeti with Calving Season

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Witness the magnificent wildebeest migration in the Ndutu area during calving season
  • 02 Explore the alkaline Lake Ndutu area with its spectacular birds and resident wildlife
  • 03 Enjoy game drives among elephants and the wildlife of the southern Serengeti ecosystem
  • 04 Learn about one of Tanzania's most remarkable natural events from your safari guide
  • 05 Encounter the 'Big Five' and African leopards in central Serengeti

Embark on a 4-day safari through Ndutu and the Serengeti during the calving season, when the magnificent wildebeest migration gathers on the southern short-grass plains. Explore the Lake Ndutu area, known for its alkaline waters, abundant wildlife, spectacular birds, and large numbers of elephants. Enjoy game drives in Ndutu and central Serengeti while learning more about one of Tanzania's most remarkable natural events. The journey also offers the chance to encounter the 'Big Five' and commonly sighted African leopards in Serengeti's heartland.

Embark on a 4-day safari through Ndutu and the Serengeti during the calving season, when the magnificent wildebeest migration gathers on the southern short-grass plains.

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What this trip includes

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

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Ndutu in the Southern Serengeti Ecosystem

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

The Lake Ndutu area, situated in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, forms 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. In the evening, you will drive to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

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Day 02

Early Game Drive in Ndutu

On day two, tourists will have an early morning game drive in the Ndutu area and return to the camp for lunch in the afternoon. A thorough explanation of this great and attractive world event that Tanzania is proud of will be provided.

You will also enjoy an evening game drive before returning to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Ndutu to Central Serengeti Seronera

After an early breakfast, you will drive to central Serengeti - Seronera. Serengeti National Park is well known for its healthy population of resident wildlife, particularly the 'Big Five', named for the most prized trophies hunters once took.

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 leopards are also commonly seen around the Serengeti.

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Day 04

Morning Game Drive and Return to Arusha

Tourists will enjoy a morning game drive and then return to the camp for breakfast. Afterwards, they will drive back to Arusha with the driver and be dropped off at their hotel.

Lake Ndutu alkaline waters, Ndutu short-grass plains, Seronera in central Serengeti

Where this trip takes you

Lake Ndutu alkaline waters, Ndutu short-grass plains, Seronera in central Serengeti

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 3 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with an open roof
  • Park fees
  • Campsite / 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
Arusha, 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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