Tarangire, Ndutu & Ngorongoro
5 Days Private Tarangire, Ndutu Calving & Ngorongoro Safari—book your dates for newborn calves, predators, elephants and spectacular crater views now.
$2400-2800 USD
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Safari summary
5 Days Private Tarangire, Ndutu Calving, and Ngorongoro Safari is a private Tanzania wildlife itinerary connecting Tarangire National Park, the Ndutu calving area, and Ngorongoro Crater. It is designed for travelers seeking seasonal migration scenes, newborn animals, predator encounters, diverse landscapes, comfortable accommodation, and flexible private game drives.
Tour Features of the 5 Days Private Tarangire, Ndutu Calving, and Ngorongoro Safari
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Route – Destination: Tarangire, Ndutu Area for 2 Nights, and Ngorongoro Crater
Price: USD 2,400–2,800 per person sharing for two or more travelers. Solo travelers have a separate rate. International flights are excluded.
Private Tour: The safari is organized exclusively for you. There is no group joining unless you arrange your own group from home to share the costs.
Accommodation: Tented camps and lodges/hotels outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with shared double/twin and triple rooms.
Best Time to Visit: Late December to March.
Start Any Day: The safari can begin on any day based on your preferred travel date.
Customizable: Minor changes to accommodation and destinations can be requested.
Solo Travelers: Solo travelers can book this private safari; contact us for the applicable price.
Suitable for All Ages: Children of all ages are welcome. Children under 15 receive a discount, while children under 5 are free.
Activities: Game drives with English-, Spanish-, German-, or Italian-speaking driver-guides.
Safari Car: Pop-up-roof 4x4 vehicle.
Getting Around: Pop-up-roof 4x4 transportation between safari destinations.
Where to Land: Kilimanjaro International Airport near Arusha or Arusha Airport.
Airport Transfers: Transfers to and from the airport can be arranged.
Start and End Point: Arusha. Travelers should arrive in Arusha at least one day before the safari.
Arusha Accommodation: Additional accommodation before and after the safari can be arranged.
Destinations on the 5 Days Private Tarangire, Ndutu Calving, and Ngorongoro Safari
Tarangire National Park
Your safari begins in Tarangire, where diverse habitats support an impressive variety of wildlife. Elephants are a major attraction, while game drives can also provide sightings of lions, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, antelopes, and numerous birds. The combination of wildlife and scenic landscapes makes Tarangire an excellent opening destination.
Ndutu Area for Wildebeest Calving
Ndutu is the key destination for the seasonal calving experience. During the greener months, wildebeest and zebras gather across the plains where fresh grazing is available. This creates opportunities to see newborn calves alongside their mothers, while predators such as lions, cheetahs and hyenas remain active in the area.
A 5-day private safari combining Tarangire, Ndutu, and the Ngorongoro Crater costs roughly $2,400 to $2,800+ per person and delivers an up-close look at the wildebeest calving season. Wildlife conditions are naturally influenced by rainfall, animal movements, and the location of the herds.
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater gives the journey a dramatic final game-drive setting. Descend into the crater and search its grasslands and wetlands for lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, flamingos, and other species. The surrounding crater walls add striking scenery to the wildlife experience.
Accommodation for the 5 Days Private Tarangire, Ndutu Calving, and Ngorongoro Safari
Accommodation can be arranged according to your budget, with choices ranging from budget tents and mid-range tented camps to luxury tented camps. Travelers generally stay in shared double, twin, triple, or family rooms according to group size, accommodation availability, and the selected package.
Choosing the right accommodation category can make your safari more comfortable while keeping the overall package within your preferred budget. Mention your preferred standard when requesting a quotation so the itinerary can be planned accordingly.
Private Safari Benefits on the 5 Days Private Tarangire, Ndutu Calving, and Ngorongoro Safari
This tour is organized exclusively for you, providing a private safari rather than a standard group-joining arrangement. Travelers can organize their own group from home if they wish to share costs while keeping the safari arrangement private.
For solo travelers, there is no group-joining safari specifically for the calving season on this itinerary. Travelers searching for a five-day group option can consider 5 Days Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara, or 5 Days Tarangire, Serengeti for 2 Nights and Ngorongoro Crater.
About this tour
| Tour type | Set-date, set-itinerary, group | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | January, February, March, December | |
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| Accesibility |
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- All drinks
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arusha to Tarangire
Tarangire
Pickup is around 7:00–8:00 am, with the exact time confirmed before the safari. The drive to Tarangire takes approximately 2 hours (109 km). Enjoy game viewing for elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, antelopes, and birds. Late afternoon, drive to Mto wa Mbu or Karatu for dinner and overnight. Meals: Lunch and Dinner.
Mto wa Mbu/Karatu
Mto wa Mbu/Karatu to Ndutu
Serengeti
Depart around 7:00–8:00 am and travel toward the Ndutu Area for approximately 3 to 3.5 hours. Begin searching for newborn wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and jackals. Around 5:30–6:00 pm, drive toward your accommodation in Ndutu for dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ndutu Area
Full Day in Ndutu
Serengeti
Have breakfast at your accommodation before heading out for a full-day game drive with packed lunch. Spend the day observing the calving-season environment and searching for wildebeest calves, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other wildlife. Around 5:30–6:00 pm, return to your Ndutu accommodation. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ndutu Area
Ndutu to Ngorongoro Rim/Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy an early breakfast before starting the game drive around 6:20 am with packed lunch. Search the Ndutu plains for wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other animals. Around 2:00–3:00 pm, leave Ndutu and drive toward the Ngorongoro Rim or Karatu for dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ngorongoro Rim/Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a 5–6-hour game drive with packed lunch. Search for lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, flamingos, and other wildlife. After the game drive, return to Arusha, a journey of approximately 4 hours, arriving around 17:30–18:30 at your hotel. Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
Arusha
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