Tanzania · Safari

4-Day Serengeti Calving Season Safari with Ndutu and Ngorongoro

4 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Witness the Great Migration calving season in the Ndutu area of the southern Serengeti
  • 02 Look for six feline species in Ndutu, including lion, cheetah, leopard, caracal, serval, and African wildcat
  • 03 Enjoy game drives through the wildlife-rich plains of Serengeti and Ngorongoro
  • 04 Visit Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest caldera and a strong place to look for black rhino
  • 05 Stay in mid-range safari accommodation including Sero Tented Camp and Rhino Lodge

This 4-day safari takes you from Arusha to the Ndutu area of the southern Serengeti during the Great Migration calving season, when thousands of wildebeest calves are born across the plains. Enjoy scenic drives, rewarding game drives, and close-up wildlife viewing in one of Tanzania's most remarkable safari landscapes. The journey also includes a stay on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater and game viewing inside the famous caldera, known for its rich concentration of animals and the chance to spot a black rhino. Comfortable mid-range accommodation, meals as specified, and drinking water are included throughout the safari.

This 4-day safari takes you from Arusha to the Ndutu area of the southern Serengeti during the Great Migration calving season, when thousands of wildebeest calves are born across the plains.

From the itinerary

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, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and Transfer to Arusha

  • Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by one of our experienced driver-guides. After a brief introduction, he will escort you to your reserved hotel in Arusha town and give you a warm introduction to this wonderful city and country.

Main Destination: Arusha (City)

Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa

Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals: Dinner and Drinking Water

2
Day 02

Drive to Ndutu for the Great Migration

  • Following breakfast, our experienced guide will collect you for a scenic drive to Serengeti Ndutu, nestled between the Serengeti and Ngorongoro regions.
  • Ndutu emerges as a wildlife haven, particularly flourishing during the verdant months from December to March. Situated in the southern expanse of the Serengeti plains, Ndutu offers prime conditions for witnessing nature's spectacle, notably marked by the birth of approximately 8,000 wildebeest calves each day. Enveloped by an enchanting acacia tree forest, this area serves as a sanctuary for diverse wildlife. Notably, it is a premier destination for observing six species of majestic felines, including the elusive leopard, regal lion, swift cheetah, graceful caracal, African wildcat, and elusive serval.

Main Destination: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti)

Accommodation: Sero Tented Camp

Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

Meals: All Meals and Drinking Water are included

3
Day 03

Full Game Drives in Ndutu and Transfer to Ngorongoro

  • Indulge in a sumptuous breakfast before embarking on an enchanting journey to explore the wonders of Ndutu further in pursuit of witnessing the magnificent Great Migration spectacle.
  • Following a delightful picnic lunch, immerse yourself in the boundless beauty of the landscape as you continue your exploration through afternoon game drives.
  • As dusk gently descends, your adventure culminates with a tranquil arrival at Rhino Lodge, promising a night of rejuvenating rest amidst the embrace of nature's serenity.

Main Destination: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti)

Accommodation: Rhino Lodge

Mid-range lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

Meals: All Meals and Drinking Water are included

4
Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Game Viewing and Return to Arusha

  • After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you will enjoy game viewing and visit the famous Ngorongoro Crater. This is the best place to see the black rhino, if you are lucky.
  • Later in the afternoon, drive back to Arusha for your flights.
  • The crater is the world's largest caldera, formed after an explosion that occurred approximately 2 to 3 million years ago. The crater floor is 1,800 meters (5,900 feet) above sea level, and the area has around 30,000 animals and many birds.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Drinking Water

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti) plains, Ngorongoro Crater rim, Arusha town

Where this trip takes you

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti) plains, Ngorongoro Crater rim, Arusha town

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

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities (unless labelled as optional)
  • All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (unless labelled as optional)
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip 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 pp per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • The government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)

What to bring

  • Light-weight safari shoes or trainers
  • Sandals
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent creams
  • First-aid kit
  • Camera
  • Rucksack for safari gear and clothes
  • Binoculars

Know before you go

  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents, and rates for this tour are subject to availability.
  • The operator will suggest a comparable alternative if the accommodation is fully booked.

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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