Calving Season Safari

Tarangire

You'll be picked up from your hotel in Arusha at 7:30 AM and drive to Tarangire National Park (approx. 2 hours). Enjoy a full day game drive in Tarangire, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Tarangire is home to over 3,000 elephants and 550 bird species. The Tarangire River attracts wildlife year-round, making it an excellent location for wildlife viewing. Look out for lions, leopards, cheetahs, and the rare fringe-eared oryx.

Sangaiwe Tented Lodge

Ngorongoro Crater

Full day dedicated to exploring the Ndutu Region with packed lunch. This area offers fantastic game viewing year-round, with the migration spectacle occurring from December to March. Witness the drama of the wild as predators hunt the vulnerable newborn wildebeest calves. The short grass plains provide excellent visibility for spotting wildlife. Cheetahs are commonly seen in this area, using termite mounds as observation points.

Ndutu Bush Camp

Serengeti

Full day of game drives in Central Serengeti with packed lunch. Explore different areas including the Seronera River Valley, Maasai Kopjes, and Retima Hippo Pool. The Serengeti's diverse habitats support an incredible variety of wildlife. The kopjes (rocky outcrops) are favorite resting spots for lions and leopards. The riverine forests along the Seronera River attract elephants, buffalos, and numerous bird species.

Anatya Serengeti Camp

Ngorongoro Crater

Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive with picnic lunch. The crater is home to approximately 30,000 animals including the rare black rhino, large prides of lions, and thousands of wildebeest and zebra. After your crater exploration, ascend the crater rim and begin your journey back to Arusha (approx. 4 hours). You'll be dropped off at your hotel in Arusha or transferred directly to Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward flight.