Serengeti Ndutu and Ngorongoro
5 Days Family Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari: plan a family wildlife escape, see calving action, enjoy flexible days, and book your trip now!
$2580-3000 USD
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Safari summary
A 5 Days Family Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari is a carefully arranged five-day wildlife holiday combining iconic landscapes, exciting game drives, and the seasonal spectacle of wildebeest calving. The route gives families time in Central Serengeti, two nights around Ndutu, and a final visit to Ngorongoro Crater.
A 5-day family safari to the Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro offers a thrilling wildlife journey designed with flexible pacing for children and adults. Instead of rushing between many destinations, this itinerary concentrates on three remarkable wildlife areas, making it easier for families to enjoy each game-viewing opportunity.
5 Days Family Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari Features
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Route: Central Serengeti, Ndutu Area, and Ngorongoro Crater
Travel style: Private family safari
Price: USD 2,580–3,000 per person sharing for two or more travelers
International flights: Not included
Accommodation: Budget tents, mid-range tents, or luxury tented camps
Rooms: Double, twin, triple, or family arrangements where available
Best period: Late December to early March
Departure: Available any day
Languages: English, Spanish, German, or Italian-speaking driver-guide
Vehicle: 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Start and finish: Arusha
Airport options: Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport
Airport transfers: Can be arranged
Family suitability: All ages; children under 15 receive a discount, while children under 5 travel free
Customization: The itinerary can be adjusted to suit your family
Arriving in Arusha at least one day before the safari is recommended. Additional accommodation before or after the safari can also be arranged according to your travel schedule.
5 Days Family Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari – What's Included
Park fees
Game drives
All accommodations during the safari
Professional driver/guide
All safari transportation
4x4 safari vehicle
Meals and drinking water
Round-trip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
5 Days Family Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari – What's Excluded
International flights
Personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance, and visa fees
Tips
5 Days Family Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari – Package Price
The estimated price is USD 2,580–3,000 per person sharing, based on two or more travelers. This rate does not include international airfare.
The final cost can change depending on the level of service, accommodation category, number of travelers, inclusions, and overall safari arrangements. Traveling with more people can reduce the per-person cost because some expenses are shared. Very low-cost arrangements may also exclude services such as airport transfers and Arusha accommodation.
For an exact quotation and booking information, contact us with your preferred travel dates, family size, and accommodation preference.
5 Days Family Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari – Destinations
Central Serengeti – 1 Night:
Central Serengeti provides a strong introduction to Tanzania's wildlife. During game drives, families can look for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and many other species across the savannah.
Ndutu Area – 2 Nights:
Ndutu is the major focus of this family safari during the calving period. The short-grass plains attract large numbers of wildebeests and zebras, while predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas follow the herds. Two nights provide valuable time for game drives without constantly changing accommodation.
Ngorongoro Crater:
The crater adds a different wildlife setting to the journey. Its enclosed ecosystem can provide sightings of buffaloes, lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, flamingos, and other animals.
5 Days Family Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari – Accommodation
Accommodation can be selected according to your family's budget and preferred comfort level. Options include budget tents, mid-range tents, and luxury tented camps. Room arrangements may include double, twin, triple, or family rooms.
Families can discuss their preferred accommodation level before booking so the safari can be planned around comfort, location, and budget.
5 Days Family Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari – Private Travel
This safari is organized exclusively for your family rather than as a standard group-joining trip. A private arrangement gives you greater flexibility during game drives and allows the journey to focus on your family's needs.
There is no regular group-joining option for the Ndutu calving-season itinerary.
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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| Parks | ||
| 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 Serengeti
Serengeti
After breakfast, depart Arusha between 6:00 and 7:00 am and travel toward Serengeti National Park. Complete park check-in before entering Central Serengeti for game viewing. Look for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and other wildlife. Around 5:45–6:00 pm, drive to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Central Serengeti
Serengeti to Ndutu
Begin with breakfast before your morning and afternoon game drives through Serengeti. Later, drive toward the Serengeti exit gate, complete checkout, and continue toward Ndutu. If time allows, enjoy a late-evening game drive before reaching your accommodation. During calving season, watch for wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other predators. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ndutu Area
Full-Day Ndutu
Serengeti
After breakfast, head into the Ndutu Area with a packed lunch for a full day of wildlife viewing. The calving season creates excellent opportunities to see young wildebeests and zebras alongside gazelles and active predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Around 5:30–6:00 pm, return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ndutu Area
Ndutu to Ngorongoro
Serengeti
Have an early breakfast before starting your game drive at approximately 6:20 am with a packed lunch. Continue searching for calving-season wildlife across the Ndutu plains, including wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. In the early afternoon, leave Ndutu and travel toward the Ngorongoro Rim or Karatu for dinner and overnight accommodation. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ngorongoro Rim/Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater for approximately 5–6 hours of game viewing with a packed lunch. Look for lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, flamingos, and other crater wildlife. After the drive, begin the approximately four-hour journey back to Arusha, arriving at your hotel around 5:30–6:30 pm. Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
Arusha
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