4 Day Safari Wildebeest Calving Season

Duration

4 Days 3 Nights
From $2,370
/ Person
  • Kilimanjaro Int. Airport (KIA)
  • Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
  • Lodges & Camps
  • 4x4 Toyota land Cruiser
  • English
  • Kilimanjaro Int. Airport (KIA)

Overview

Discover the wild side of Tanzania on this exciting 4-day safari adventure to Ngorongoro Crater and the Ndutu plains. This trip takes place during the wildebeest calving season — a special time when thousands of baby wildebeest are born and predators like lions and cheetahs are close by. It’s one of nature’s most incredible events.

You’ll travel in a private 4x4 safari vehicle with a friendly and experienced guide who will help you spot animals and learn about the area. Each night, you’ll stay in comfortable lodges or tented camps located near the wildlife. With daily game drives, amazing views, and plenty of animals to see, this short safari gives you a true taste of Africa’s wild beauty.

Places You'll Explore

  • Ngorongoro Crater – A wildlife-rich natural amphitheater
  • Ndutu (Southern Serengeti) – Calving ground for the Great Migration
  • Return to Arusha – Final scenic drive through Tanzania’s heartland

Tour Itinerary

  • Drive time: Approx. 4–5 hours
  • Main activity: Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater

Begin your safari with an early morning departure from Arusha at 05:00 AM and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After reaching the crater, descend into this ancient volcanic caldera — home to one of the richest wildlife populations in Africa. Keep an eye out for elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, and possibly even the rare black rhino.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before continuing your wildlife drive. In the late afternoon, head to your lodge situated within the park, offering beautiful views and a peaceful setting surrounded by nature.

  • Accommodation: Naserian Safari Camp
  • Drive time: Approx. 2–3 hours
  • Main activity: Afternoon game drive in Ndutu

After breakfast, depart from Ngorongoro and drive to the Ndutu region, part of the southern Serengeti ecosystem. Arrive at your camp in time for lunch and a bit of rest.

In the afternoon, head out on your first Ndutu game drive. This area is one of the best places to witness the wildebeest calving season, as large herds gather on the open plains. You might also spot lions, cheetahs, and hyenas drawn by the easy prey.

  • Accommodation: Enkutoto Migration Camp
  • Main activity: Full-day game drive in Ndutu

After an early breakfast, spend the day exploring the Ndutu plains. This region is rich in wildlife and birdlife during the migration season. Watch young wildebeest learning to walk, and predators like big cats keeping a close watch. Your guide will drive through open grasslands, wooded areas, and seasonal lakes.

Enjoy a picnic lunch out in the bush before continuing your game drive in the afternoon. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and a relaxing night under the stars.

  • Accommodation: Enkutoto Migration Camp
  • Drive time: Approx. 6–7 hours
  • Main activity: Optional morning game drive & return to Arusha

Start the day with a relaxed breakfast or an optional short game drive (if time allows), then begin your journey back to Arusha. Along the way, enjoy the changing landscapes and make stops for photos or shopping if desired. Arrive in Arusha in the afternoon, marking the end of your safari.

  • End of tour in Arusha

Price Includes

  • All national park and conservation area entry fees
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • All scheduled game drives and crater descent
  • 4 nights’ accommodation in specified camps/lodges
  • All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Bottled drinking water and soft drinks during game drives
  • Transfers to/from Arusha (or airport if arranged)

Price Excludes

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tips and gratuities for guide and lodge staff
  • Alcoholic beverages unless specified
  • Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, souvenirs)

Pricing Description

No. of PaxSolo 23456
Price pp sharing$3,490$2,370$1,930$1,900$1,860$1,790

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