Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest

Safari summary

5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028 is a private Tanzania safari designed around the remarkable January wildlife season. The journey combines Central Serengeti, two nights around Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Crater, giving travelers opportunities to see migrating wildebeest, young calves, predators, scenic plains, and diverse wildlife.

Tour Features of 5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028

Duration: 5 Days/4 Nights

Route – Destination: Central Serengeti (1 Night), Ndutu Area (2 Nights), and Ngorongoro Crater

Price: USD 2,580–USD 3,000 per person sharing for two or more people. This is not a solo-traveler rate and international flights are excluded.

Private Tour: The safari is organized exclusively for you. There is no regular group joining unless you arrange your own group from home to share costs.

Accommodation: Tented camps and lodges/hotels outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with shared double, twin, or triple rooms.

Temperature and Climate: Daytime temperatures are generally 25°C–30°C (77°F–86°F), while nighttime temperatures are approximately 15°C–20°C (59°F–68°F).

Flexible Dates: The safari can start any day according to your preferred travel schedule.

Customizable: Minor changes to accommodation and destinations can be requested.

Solo Travelers: Solo travelers can book this private itinerary; contact us for the applicable price.

All Ages: Children of all ages can join. Children under 15 receive a discount, while children under 5 are free.

Activities: Wildlife game drives with English, Spanish, German, or Italian-speaking driver-guides.

Safari Vehicle: Pop-up-roof 4x4 safari vehicle.

Getting Around: A pop-up-roof 4x4 is used throughout the safari.

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: Arusha. Arrive in Arusha at least one day before the safari begins.

Arusha Hotel: Additional accommodation before and after the safari can be arranged.
Inclusions for 5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028

Park fees

Game drives

All accommodations

A 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

Exclusions for 5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028

International flights

Personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance, and visa fees

Tips

Package Price for 5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028

The price for this itinerary ranges from USD 2,580 to USD 3,000 per person sharing, based on two or more travelers. The stated range does not apply to solo travelers and does not include international flights.

The final quotation depends on several factors, including the level of accommodation, services selected, number of travelers, inclusions, and overall safari arrangements. A larger private group can reduce the per-person cost because some expenses are shared among travelers.

Budget-focused arrangements may have fewer services included, and some lower-price packages may exclude airport transfers or Arusha accommodation before and after the safari. Contact us for an updated quotation, check your preferred dates, and secure the package that best matches your travel plans.

Destinations on 5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028

Central Serengeti – 1 Night

Central Serengeti gives this safari a strong opening with classic grassland scenery, rocky kopjes, and varied wildlife. During game drives, you may see lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, and numerous bird species. This first night introduces you to the wider Serengeti ecosystem before continuing south toward Ndutu.

Ndutu Area – 2 Nights

The Ndutu Area is the central focus of this January migration safari. The landscape can become green after seasonal rainfall, providing an important setting for wildebeest calving. You may encounter herds with newborn calves, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, and other wildlife.

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater adds a different landscape to the itinerary. The enclosed crater floor supports a rich variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and birds. Its volcanic walls and open grasslands create a memorable final game-drive setting before returning to Arusha.

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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