Wildebeest Migration Safari

8 Days The Great Wildebeest Migration Calving Safari

$2585-2700 USD

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Safari summary

The Great Wildebees Migration and Calving Season Safari has been designed specifically to focus on following the Great Serengeti Wildebeest migration during calving season from December to April. The areas to be covered are Lake Ndutu area, as well as the Southern and Central areas of Serengeti National Park where the majority of the wildebeest are usually found. A visit to the world famous Ngorongoro Crater is part of this safari as well.

The Southern Serengeti and Ndutu areas in Tanzania are the best locations for the months of January, February and March to witness thousands of wildebeest spread across the plains grazing on the rich short grass plains. Predator action is at its peak with great sightings of cheetah, lion, hyena and leopard and a very good chance to see adrenalin packed kills.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Lake Manyara Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti Tarangire

Fine details

Safari highlights

Walking safari—with armed guard
Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

Accommodation
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
All drinks
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Drive to Tarangire National Park

Tarangire

One of the largest national park in Tanzania located in Manyara region, this place is characterized by the large herds of elephants, tree climbing lions, and the fascinating baobab trees also called the Tree of Life for its almost mythical powers that some cultures attach to it. This park is especially known for Tarangire river which flows all year round and the only source of water for wild animals during dry seasons. Meals: B,L,D Accommodation: Acacia Tarangire Luxury Camp

Lake Manyara National Park tour

Lake Manyara

After breakfast, we will drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic lake that made Ernest Hemingway exclaim. Lake Manyara covers two thirds of the park and at the backdrop is the wall of the Great Rift Valley. For bird watching lovers, this is the best place for bird watching tour activities. Over 400 species of birds can be found in Manyara and include thousands of pink-hued flamingos on their perpetual migration, as well as other large waterbirds such as pelicans, cormorants and storks.

Serengeti National Park Ndutu Area

Serengeti

After breakfast, we will set off for Ndutu area situated in the Ngorongoro conservation area, which is part of the southern Serengeti eco-system. Lake Ndutu like most other rift lakes is alkaline however the water is still drinkable and consumed by a wide array of local wildlife. We will spend the afternoon with a game drive in the Ndutu area. The majority of the wildebeest migration can normally be found on the short-grass plains from December to April.

Serengeti NP (Ndutu-Seronera)

Serengeti

After breakfast, you will enjoy a full day game drive in the Ndutu area exploring a great range of various habitats such as swamps, woodland, soda lakes and the world famous Serengeti short grass plains. You will witness herds of wildebeest and zebras especially during a short time-frame from around February and lasting for about 3 weeks where majority of the wildebeest calve. The sea of grass provides little cover and the young makes an easy prey for a variety of predators

Serengeti National Park Seronera

Serengeti

After breakfast, we will proceed for a full day of game drives in the wilderness tracking the Great migration trails. Our experienced driver tour guide will provide you with interesting facts about this highly renowned event, which made Tanzania the top safari destination in Africa. Serengeti, a UNESCO world heritage site is home to around 200,000 zebras, and 300,000 Thomson’s gazelle joining the wildebeest’s trek for fresh grazing.

Ngorongoro Crater

We will descend down to 600m into the crater to view an array of wildlife. With its year round water supply and fodder, the Ngorongoro National Park supports a vast variety of animals. What makes this attraction especially famous is the dense population of predators such as lions, hyenas, cheetahs and the ever-elusive leopard. We will also visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the south-west corner and one of the main features of the crater.

Mto wa Mbu tour

After breakfast, we will drive mto wa mbu for a morning cultural tour and walking safari. We will have a sumptuous local lunch as we take in the stunning views hovering us. An optional mountain biking activity can be arranged at an added cost. In the afternoon, we will head back to Arusha or to the airport for your flight back home. Meals: B,L Accommodation: End of tour (no accommodation)

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