Calving Migration Luxury Safar

12 days—Experience the Peak of the Great Migration

$5713-6952 USD

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Safari summary

The calving migration safari centers on the calving season of the Great Wildebeest Migration, which takes place primarily in the southern Serengeti and Ndutu region. The abundance of newborn wildebeest attracts significant predator activity, providing reliable opportunities to view lions, cheetahs, and hyenas.

About this tour

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

Fine details

Safari highlights

Bird watching—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

Itinerary

Transfer from Airport to the hotel

Upon arriving in Tanzania, you will be transferred to the tranquil Rivertrees Country Inn, located in the Usa River area. This day is dedicated to settling in, relaxing, and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the inn, providing a comfortable start to your safari after your journey.

River tree

Arusha

After breakfast, you will be picked up and driven to Arusha National Park. This park is a "multi-faceted jewel" where you will enjoy a 2-hour ranger-guided walking safari and a game drive. You'll have the opportunity to explore the lush montane forest and spot unique wildlife such as black-and-white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, and various bird species.

River tree

Arusha to Tarangire

Tarangire

After breakfast, you will depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park. This day is dedicated to exploring Tarangire, which is famous for its iconic baobab trees and large elephant herds. You will enjoy a guided game drive through the park's diverse landscapes, providing excellent opportunities to spot wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, and giraffes, before heading to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Tarangire Safari Lodge

Tarangire to Karatu

After an early morning game drive in Tarangire, you will depart for the Karatu region. En route, you will experience a visit to a Maasai village or participate in a local cultural tour, offering a meaningful opportunity to engage with traditional customs, learn about local lifestyles, and interact with the vibrant Maasai community before arriving at your lodge in Karatu for the evening.

Gibs Farm

Karatu to Ndutu

Serengeti

Today, you will depart Karatu and drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, taking in the dramatic highland scenery. As you journey toward the Ndutu plains located in the southern part of the Serengeti ecosystem—the landscape transitions into vast, open grasslands. This route offers excellent opportunities for game viewing, especially as you enter the Ndutu area, which is famous for its acacia woodlands, seasonal lakes, and large concentrations of wildlife, including big cats

Ndutu Wilderness Camp

Ndutu

Serengeti

Spend the entire day exploring the rich plains of Ndutu, the heart of the Great Migration's calving season. With game drives morning and afternoon, you will have time to witness the vast herds of wildebeest and zebras that gather here. This area is renowned for its high concentration of predators—including lions, cheetahs, and leopards—attracted by the abundance of prey, offering you the best opportunity to observe dramatic wildlife interactions in a unique and intimate setting.

Ndutu Wilderness Camp

Ndutu

Serengeti

Dedicate another full day to the Ndutu plains, allowing more time to fully immerse yourself in the wildlife-rich ecosystem. With the flexibility of a full day, you can track the migratory herds at a more relaxed pace, search for elusive predators in different sectors of the area, and enjoy more time for photography and wildlife observation, capturing the distinct beauty of the region's seasonal lakes and woodlands.

Ndutu Wilderness Camp

Ndutu to Central Serengeti

Serengeti

Today, you will depart the vast, open plains of Ndutu and journey northward into the heart of the Serengeti ecosystem. As you travel from the southern calving grounds toward the central savannah, the landscape shifts from seasonal grasslands to the iconic acacia-dotted plains of the Serengeti. This transit day offers a fantastic opportunity for game viewing along the route, where you may spot diverse wildlife, including big cats and plains game.

Envi sisin

Full day at Serengeti

Serengeti

After breakfast you will spend the full day exploring the Central Serengeti National Park. This area is celebrated for its vast, iconic horizons, dotted with acacia trees and some of the largest wildlife populations in the Serengeti. During your guided game drives, you will have excellent opportunities to spot big cats, elephants, and other diverse wildlife in their natural habitat.

Envi Sisin

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro Crater

During this day, you will enjoy a morning game drive in the Serengeti National Park, allowing for final wildlife sightings in the plains. Afterward, you will depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying game viewing en route before arriving at your lodge,

Serena Ngorongoro Lodge

Ngorongoro to Manyara

Lake Manyara

Upon arrival, you will spend the day exploring Lake Manyara’s diverse ecosystems, which range from lush, groundwater forests to open acacia woodlands. The park is renowned for its diverse wildlife, including large troops of baboons, giraffes, and elephants. You will also have the opportunity to visit the lake's edge, where you can spot diverse birdlife—often including large flocks of flamingos—and keep an eye out for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions.

Manyara Baobab Lodge

Manyara to Arusha

This journey typically serves as the conclusion of your Northern Circuit experience. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some final time to enjoy the surroundings of Lake Manyara or take in the scenic landscapes of the Rift Valley during the drive back to the airport. Your guide will ensure you arrive in time for your check-in, marking the end of your Tanzanian adventure.

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