Ndutu Calving Safari

Safari summary

Experience one of Tanzania’s most extraordinary wildlife events on a 5 Day Ndutu Calving Season Safari with Tanzania Safari Source. This safari takes you to the heart of the southern Serengeti, where thousands of wildebeest give birth and predators are active around the herds, creating a dramatic and unforgettable safari experience. Your journey begins with arrival in Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be greeted by your Tanzania Safari Source guide and transferred to a comfortable hotel for an overnight stay to rest and prepare for your adventure.

The following morning, you travel to Ndutu, the epicenter of the calving season, where the open plains are alive with wildlife activity. Upon arrival at your lodge or tented camp, you will embark on an afternoon game drive, witnessing herds of wildebeest and zebra grazing while lions, cheetahs, and hyenas move stealthily around the newborn calves. This is your first encounter with the incredible predator prey interactions that define the calving season, offering unparalleled photographic opportunities and close wildlife encounters.

Spending the next two days in Ndutu, you will enjoy full day game drives across the Serengeti plains. Expert guidance from Tanzania Safari Source ensures that you maximize your chances of seeing dramatic calving events as newborn wildebeest take their first steps. Lions, cheetahs, and hyenas often hunt nearby, providing thrilling glimpses into the raw reality of life on the savannah. Alongside the wildebeest, you will encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species, creating a diverse and enriching safari experience. Picnic lunches in scenic locations allow you to relax amidst the stunning landscapes while observing wildlife in their natural habitat.

Your safari concludes with a visit to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Tanzania’s most iconic natural wonders. Descending onto the crater floor, you will have the chance to spot the Big Five lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and the rare black rhino along with hippos, zebras, wildebeest, and countless birds. A scenic picnic lunch within the crater provides the perfect pause before ascending the crater walls and returning to Arusha for your departure. The combination of Ndutu’s calving plains and Ngorongoro’s dramatic landscapes offers a complete Tanzanian safari experience.

Choosing Tanzania Safari Source guarantees professional guidance, safe and comfortable transfers, and expertly planned itineraries designed to maximize wildlife sightings during the calving season. From the excitement of newborn wildebeest and predator encounters in Ndutu to the breathtaking vistas and Big Five opportunities in Ngorongoro, this 5 Day Ndutu Calving Season Safari is an unforgettable journey into the heart of Tanzania’s wildlife.

About this tour

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

Fine details

Safari highlights

• Bird watching—with professional guide
• Photography safari—with professional guide
• Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

• Accommodation
• Airport transfers
• 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