Ndutu Calving Season Safari
6 Days Ndutu Calving Season Safari in January 2027/2028: Book now for newborn calves, green plains, predator action, and unforgettable wildlife drives
$3000-3800 USD
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Safari summary
Witness the Magic of Ndutu Calving in January
6 Days Ndutu Calving Season Safari in January 2027/2028 is a private Tanzania wildlife journey designed around the dramatic calving period in Ndutu. It combines Tarangire, Central Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Crater, offering rich scenery, newborn wildebeest, predators, and memorable game drives across some of Tanzania's most rewarding landscapes.
Tour Features of the 6 Days Ndutu Calving Season Safari in January 2027/2028
Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights
Route: Tarangire, Central Serengeti, Ndutu Area, and Ngorongoro Crater
Price: USD 3,000–3,800 per person sharing for two or more people
Tour Style: Private safari exclusively for you
Accommodation: Tented camps and lodges/hotels outside Ngorongoro Conservation Area
January Climate: Daytime 25°C–30°C; nighttime 15°C–20°C
Start Date: Can start any day according to your travel plans
Customization: Minor accommodation and destination changes are possible
Solo Travelers: Welcome; contact us for the applicable private-safari price
Children: All ages accepted; children under 15 receive a discount and under 5 are free
Activities: Game drives with English, Spanish, German, or Italian-speaking driver-guides
Safari Vehicle: Pop-up-roof 4x4 safari vehicle with window seats
Starting/Ending Point: Arusha
Airport: Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport
Airport Transfers: Can be arranged according to your preference
Arusha Accommodation: Additional nights before and after the safari can be arranged
The quoted price excludes international flights to and from your home country and is based on sharing. For solo travelers, please contact us for a private quotation.Package Price for the 6 Days Ndutu Calving Season Safari in January 2027/2028
The price is approximately USD 3,000 to USD 3,800 per person sharing, based on two or more travelers. This rate is not designed for solo travelers, who should contact us for a private quotation.
The final cost can change according to the accommodation level, safari services, number of travelers, inclusions, and requested arrangements. Larger private groups can reduce the per-person cost because some safari expenses are shared. Lower-priced arrangements may also exclude services such as airport transfers or Arusha hotel nights.
Contact us now for an exact quotation, availability, accommodation choices, and booking assistance.
Destinations Covered on the 6 Days Ndutu Calving Season Safari in January 2027/2028
Tarangire National Park – 1 Day: Famous for large elephant herds, baobab trees, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, antelopes, lions, and excellent birdlife.
Central Serengeti – 2 Days/1 Night: Enjoy expansive savannah scenery and opportunities to see lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, and hyenas.
Ndutu Area – 3 Days/2 Nights: The heart of this calving-focused safari. The southern Serengeti and Ndutu plains become important breeding grounds, with newborn wildebeest and intense predator activity.
Ngorongoro Crater – 1 Day: Descend into the crater for a concentrated wildlife experience featuring lions, buffaloes, elephants, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and abundant birdlife.
Accommodation on the 6 Days Ndutu Calving Season Safari in January 2027/2028
Accommodation can be selected according to your budget, including budget tented camps, mid-range tented camps, and luxury tented camps. Rooms are generally shared as double, twin, triple, or family rooms. Tell us your preferred comfort level and budget, and we can help arrange the most suitable option for your safari.
Private Safari and Solo Travel Options
The 6 Days Ndutu Calving Season Safari in January 2027/2028 is organized exclusively for your travelers rather than as a regular group-joining safari. You can travel with family, friends, or your own private party and request suitable adjustments.
For solo travelers, there is no standard group-joining safari for the Ndutu calving season. If you prefer a six-day group safari, an alternative route is Tarangire, Serengeti for 2 nights, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Contact us to compare the available options and prices.
January Weather on the 6 Days Ndutu Calving Season Safari in January 2027/2028
January in Ndutu is generally warm and pleasant, with lush green scenery during a relatively dry period between rainfall periods. Daytime temperatures commonly range from 25°C to 30°C (77°F–86°F), while nights can fall to 15°C–20°C (59°F–68°F). Brief showers may occur in the afternoon or evening and usually clear quickly. The rainfall helps create vibrant green short-grass plains.
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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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
Your pickup will be around 7:00 am–8:00 am, with the exact time confirmed beforehand. The drive to Tarangire takes approximately 2 hours (109 km). Enjoy a game drive for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, antelopes, lions, and many bird species. In the late afternoon, drive toward Mto wa Mbu or Karatu for dinner and your overnight stay. Meals: Lunch and Dinner.
Mto wa Mbu/Karatu
Mto wa Mbu/Karatu to Serengeti
Serengeti
After breakfast, depart around 9:00 am–9:30 am toward Serengeti. Park check-in will generally occur around midday or early afternoon, depending on the route and gate procedures. Enjoy wildlife viewing in Central Serengeti, where lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, and hyenas may be seen. Around 5:45 pm–6:00 pm, drive to your Central Serengeti accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.
Central Serengeti
Serengeti to Ndutu Area
Ngorongoro Crater
Have breakfast at your accommodation before beginning morning and afternoon game drives through Central Serengeti. After wildlife viewing, continue toward the Serengeti exit point to complete park check-out, then proceed toward Ndutu. If time allows, enjoy a late-evening game drive. During calving season, watch for wildebeest, zebras, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, and other wildlife before dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ndutu Area
Full-Day Ndutu Game Drive
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, set out with a packed lunch for a full-day Ndutu wildlife adventure. January is peak calving season, making the short-grass plains especially productive for wildlife viewing. Look for newborn wildebeest, zebras, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, and other predators watching the herds. Around 5:30 pm–6:00 pm, return toward your Ndutu accommodation for dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ndutu Area
Ndutu to Ngorongoro Rim or Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy an early breakfast before beginning your game drive at approximately 6:20 am with packed lunch. Morning hours can provide excellent opportunities to see wildebeest calves, zebras, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other plains wildlife. From January, this is one of the best periods to witness calving activity across the southern plains. In the early afternoon, begin driving toward the Ngorongoro Rim or Karatu for dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ngorongoro Rim or 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, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, flamingos, and other species. After the crater drive, return to Arusha, approximately 4 hours away, arriving around 5:30 pm–6:30 pm at your hotel for dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
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