4-Day Migration Ndutu Calving Season 2027

4 Days Southern Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari – Ndutu Area Calving Season With Ngorongoro Crater Included

This safari is available @ US$2,024/Person sharing

This itinerary combines the excitement of the Great Migration with the remarkable wildlife experience of the Ngorongoro Crater, making it an excellent short safari for travellers looking to experience two of Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations.

Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Safari Type: Private Lodge Safari
Starting Point: Venice Hotel, Arusha
Ending Point: Venice Hotel, Arusha, or Airport Drop-off

Experience the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration in the Southern Serengeti, explore the wildlife-rich Ndutu plains, and discover the breath-taking Ngorongoro Crater on this exciting 4-day lodge safari.

Starting and ending at Venice Hotel in Arusha, this safari takes you directly to the Ndutu area on the first day, allowing you to maximize your time in the heart of the Great Wildebeest Migration.

Detailed day-by-day itinerary

Day 1: Arusha – Southern Serengeti (Ndutu Area)

Meals: Lunch and Dinner | Overnight: Lodge / Tented Camp in Ndutu

  • Early morning pickup from Venice Hotel in Arusha by your professional safari guide.

  • Depart directly for the Ndutu area in the Southern Serengeti via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

  • Enjoy scenic views of the beautiful Tanzanian countryside and highlands along the way.

  • Arrive in the Ndutu area in time for lunch, depending on road and travel conditions.

  • In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive across the Ndutu plains in search of wildebeest herds, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas and other wildlife.

  • Later, drive to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Ndutu – Southern Serengeti

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | Overnight: Lodge / Tented Camp in Ndutu

  • After an early breakfast, depart with your packed lunch for a full-day game drive around the Ndutu plains.

  • Explore the spectacular landscapes around Lake Ndutu, Lake Masek and the surrounding short-grass plains.

  • Follow the Great Wildebeest Migration as the herds move across the open plains in search of fresh grazing.

  • During the calving season, you may witness newborn wildebeest calves, large herds of zebras and gazelles, and exciting predator activity involving lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated picnic site before continuing your afternoon wildlife exploration.

  • In the late afternoon, return to your camp for relaxation, dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Half-Day Game Drive in Ndutu – Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | Overnight: Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp

  • Enjoy an early breakfast at the camp before departing for a morning game drive around the Ndutu area.

  • Continue exploring the Southern Serengeti plains, looking for wildlife and concentrations of migrating wildebeest herds.

  • Enjoy the beautiful scenery and excellent photographic opportunities before returning to camp.

  • After lunch, depart Ndutu and drive towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

  • Arrive at Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp in the afternoon.

  • Check in, relax and enjoy the spectacular surroundings of the Ngorongoro highlands.

  • Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp.

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Half-Day Game Drive – Arusha

Meals: Breakfast and Packed Lunch

  • After an early breakfast, check out and depart for the Ngorongoro Crater.

  • Descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting half-day game drive on the crater floor.

  • Explore the crater's diverse habitats, home to elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, lions, hyenas and, with luck, the endangered black rhino.

  • Around midday, stop at a designated picnic site within the crater to enjoy your packed lunch while surrounded by spectacular natural scenery.

  • After lunch, continue with a short game drive before ascending the crater rim.

  • In the afternoon, drive back to Arusha town.

  • Upon arrival, drop off at Venice Hotel in Arusha.

Airport drop-off option: Travelers with onward flights can continue directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, depending on their flight arrangements and departure time.

Safari Accommodation

Safari Highlights

  • Witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration in the Ndutu plains.

  • Explore the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu ecosystem.

  • Enjoy excellent opportunities to spot lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas.

  • Experience the wildebeest calving season when traveling at the right time of year.

  • Spend three nights in comfortable safari lodge or tented camp accommodation.

  • Discover the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the Ngorongoro Crater.

Important Travel Information

Best time for the Ndutu migration: January to March is generally the prime period for the wildebeest calving season, with February often particularly rewarding. The herds' movements depend on rainfall, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Safari arrangements:

  • Private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof.

  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide.

  • Game drives as outlined in the itinerary.

  • All accommodation and meals as specified.

  • Park and conservation area fees, according to the agreed safari package.

  • Picnic lunches during game drives.

  • Hotel pickup and final drop-off in Arusha or at the airport.


Note: Actual driving times and arrival times may vary depending on road conditions, wildlife sightings and weather.

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