Wildebeest Calving Safari
6 Days Wildebeest Calving Safari in Ndutu, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire—see newborn calves, predators, elephants, and vast herds. Book today!
$3000-3800 USD
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Safari summary
Your Six-Day Calving Season Adventure
6 Days Wildebeest Calving Safari in Ndutu, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire is a carefully planned private safari combining four remarkable northern Tanzania destinations. Travel from Tarangire to Central Serengeti, spend valuable time around the Ndutu calving grounds, and finish with an exciting Ngorongoro Crater game drive.
Tour Features of the 6 Days Wildebeest Calving Safari in Ndutu, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire
Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights
Route – Destination: Tarangire, Central Serengeti (1 Night), Ndutu Area (2 Nights), and Ngorongoro Crater
Price: USD 3,000–3,800 per person sharing for two or more people; not applicable to solo travelers. International flights are excluded.
Private Tour: The safari is organized exclusively for you. There is no group joining unless you create your own group from home to share the cost.
Accommodation: Tented camps and lodges/hotels outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in shared double/twin or triple rooms.
Best Time to Visit: Late December to March.
Can Start Any Day: Choose a safari starting date that matches your travel plans.
Can Be Customized: Minor changes to accommodation and destinations can be requested.
Suitable for 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, and children under 5 are free.
Activities: Game drives with English, Spanish, German, and Italian-speaking driver-guides.
Game Drive Safari Car: Pop-up-roof 4x4 safari vehicle.
Getting Around: Pop-up-roof 4x4 vehicle throughout the 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. You should arrive in Arusha at least one day before the safari.
Arusha Hotel: Additional accommodation before and after the safari can be arranged.
What's Included in the 6 Days Wildebeest Calving Safari in Ndutu, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire
Park fees
Game drives
All accommodations
Professional driver/guide
All transportation
4x4 safari car
Meals and drinking water
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
What's Excluded from the 6 Days Wildebeest Calving Safari in Ndutu, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire
International flights
Personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance, and visa fees
Tips
Package Price for the 6 Days Wildebeest Calving Safari in Ndutu, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire
The estimated price is USD 3,000 to USD 3,800 per person sharing, based on two or more travelers. This rate is not intended for solo travelers, who should request a separate quotation.
Several factors influence the final price. These include the accommodation standard, number of travelers, services included, transportation arrangements, and selected inclusions. Traveling with a larger private group may lower the cost per person because some safari expenses are shared.
Be cautious when comparing unusually low safari prices because some offers may exclude airport transfers, Arusha accommodation, certain meals, or other services.
Contact us for more information regarding the exact price, availability, booking, and customization of your safari.
Destinations on the 6 Days Wildebeest Calving Safari in Ndutu, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire
Tarangire National Park – 1 Day
Tarangire introduces you to a landscape known for large elephant populations, distinctive baobab trees, seasonal wildlife concentrations, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and numerous antelopes. Your first game drive provides an excellent start to this diverse Tanzania safari.
Central Serengeti – 2 Days/1 Night
Central Serengeti provides classic savanna scenery and opportunities to see lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and other animals. Spending one night here gives you time for game viewing before continuing toward Ndutu.
Ndutu Area – 3 Days/2 Nights
Ndutu is the main focus of the calving-season portion of this safari. Wildebeests and zebras gather in the area, while predators such as lions, cheetahs and hyenas follow the herds. The exact location of wildlife naturally changes according to seasonal conditions.
Ngorongoro Crater – 1 Day
The Ngorongoro Crater offers a dramatic final game drive. Its varied habitats can support sightings of lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, gazelles, elephants, and many bird species.
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 National Park
Tarangire
Pickup is around 7:00–8:00 am, with the exact time confirmed before departure. Drive approximately 2 hours (109 km) to Tarangire for a game drive among elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, antelopes, and other wildlife. In the late afternoon, continue to Mto wa Mbu or Karatu for dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Lunch and Dinner.
Mto wa Mbu/Karatu
Mto wa Mbu/Karatu to Serengeti
Serengeti
Depart around 9:00–9:30 am for Serengeti National Park. The timing of park check-in depends on the route and park procedures, while check-out will be completed the following day as you leave Serengeti for Ndutu. Search Central Serengeti for lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and more. Around 5:45–6:00 pm, drive to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Central Serengeti
Central Serengeti to Ndutu Area
Serengeti
After breakfast, start morning and afternoon game drives across Serengeti before driving toward the park exit for check-out. Continue toward Ndutu, where a late-evening game drive may be possible if time allows. During calving season, look for wildebeest calves, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other predators before dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ndutu Area
Full-Day Ndutu Game Drive
Serengeti
After breakfast, leave with a packed lunch for a full-day exploration of the Ndutu Area. This is prime territory for observing wildebeest calves, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other wildlife associated with the migration. Keep your camera ready as wildlife encounters can change quickly. Around 5:30–6:00 pm, return for dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ndutu Area
Ndutu Game Drive to Ngorongoro
Serengeti
Enjoy an early breakfast before heading out around 6:20 am with packed lunch. Search the calving grounds for wildebeests, newborn calves, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other predators. After your morning wildlife viewing, begin driving toward the Ngorongoro Rim or Karatu in the early afternoon for dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ngorongoro/Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater for approximately 5–6 hours of game viewing with packed lunch. Look for lions, buffaloes, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, gazelles, and other wildlife. Afterward, drive back to Arusha, taking approximately 4 hours, and arrive around 5:30–6:30 pm at your hotel. Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
Arusha
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