Ndutu Wildebeest Migration
6 Days Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028: watch calving season, follow wildebeest herds, spot predators, and book your safari now
$3000-3800 USD
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Safari summary
6 Days Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028
6 Days Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028 is a private Tanzania safari designed around the seasonal wildebeest movement and calving period in the Ndutu area. The journey combines Tarangire, Central Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Crater, giving you rewarding opportunities to watch wildlife, explore changing landscapes, and enjoy memorable game drives during one of Tanzania’s most fascinating wildlife seasons.
January is an exciting time to visit Ndutu because large herds gather across the short-grass plains during the calving period. You may see newborn wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other predators moving through the ecosystem. With six carefully planned days, this safari gives you valuable time in the southern Serengeti ecosystem while also adding two classic northern Tanzania destinations.
Tour Features of 6 Days Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Route: Tarangire, Central Serengeti (1 Night), Ndutu Area (2 Nights), and Ngorongoro Crater
Price: USD 3,000–USD 3,800 per person sharing for two or more travelers
Private Safari: The safari is exclusively arranged for your party. It is not a group-joining safari unless you organize your own travelers from home and share the cost.
Accommodation: Tented camps and lodges/hotels outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, normally using shared double, twin, or triple rooms.
January temperatures: Approximately 25–30°C (77–86°F) during the day and 15–20°C (59–68°F) at night.
Departure: You can start the safari on any day.
Customization: Minor changes to accommodation and destinations can be arranged according to your interests and budget.
Solo travelers: Private safaris are available for solo travelers; contact us for the current single-traveler price.
Age: Travelers of all ages can join. Children under 15 may receive a discount, while children under 5 can travel free under applicable arrangements.
Game drives: Conducted with an English-, Spanish-, German-, or Italian-speaking driver-guide, subject to availability.
Safari vehicle: Pop-up-roof 4x4 safari vehicle with excellent viewing opportunities.
Arrival airport: Kilimanjaro International Airport near Arusha or Arusha Airport.
Airport transfers: Can be arranged according to your arrival and departure plans.
Starting point: Arusha.
Arrival recommendation: Arrive at least one day before the safari.
Extra hotel nights: Additional accommodation in Arusha before or after the safari can be arranged.
What Is Included in 6 Days Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028?
Park fees
Game drives
All accommodations listed in the itinerary
Professional driver-guide
All transportation during the safari
4x4 safari car
Meals as stated in the itinerary
Drinking water during game drives
Roundtrip airport transfers
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the safari, where included in your selected package
What Is Excluded from 6 Days Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028?
International flights
Personal items such as souvenirs
Travel insurance
Visa fees
Tips for safari staff
Other personal expenses not specifically listed as included
Package Price for 6 Days Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari in January 2027/2028
The estimated price is USD 3,000–USD 3,800 per person sharing, based on two or more travelers. This rate is not a standard solo-traveler price because private safari costs are affected by the number of people sharing the vehicle and accommodation.
The final amount can change depending on the accommodation level, safari services selected, number of travelers, transportation arrangements, and inclusions. Larger private groups may receive a lower per-person cost because vehicle and guide expenses are shared among more travelers.
Some lower-priced arrangements may not include airport transfers or additional Arusha hotel nights. For an accurate quotation, contact us with your preferred January 2027 or January 2028 travel dates, number of travelers, and accommodation preference.
Request your personalized price and secure your preferred safari arrangements early.
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
Your driver-guide will collect you from your Arusha accommodation around 7:00–8:00 am, with the exact pickup time confirmed in advance. Drive approximately two hours to Tarangire National Park, about 109 km away. Enjoy game viewing for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, lions, leopards, and birds. In the late afternoon, continue toward Mto wa Mbu or Karatu for dinner and overnight. Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Central Serengeti
Serengeti
Serengeti
After breakfast, depart around 9:00–9:30 am for the Serengeti. Your journey includes the required park check-in, with check-out planned for the following day. Continue toward Central Serengeti while enjoying wildlife sightings along the way. Watch for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, and other plains animals before reaching your Central Serengeti accommodation around 5:45–6:00 pm. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Ndutu Area
Serengeti to Ndutu
Serengeti
Begin with breakfast at your accommodation before morning and afternoon game viewing in the Serengeti. Later, drive toward the Serengeti exit point and complete your park check-out. Continue toward Ndutu, where you may enjoy a late-evening game drive if daylight and conditions allow. Watch for migrating herds and predators before reaching your Ndutu accommodation for dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Ndutu Area
Full-Day Ndutu
Serengeti
After breakfast, set out with a packed lunch for a full-day game drive around the Ndutu area. January can provide exceptional opportunities to observe the wildebeest calving season, with newborn animals and large herds spread across the grasslands. Keep your eyes open for lions, cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, zebras, gazelles, and birds. Return around 5:30–6:00 pm for dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Ndutu Area
Ndutu to Ngorongoro
Serengeti
Enjoy an early breakfast before departing around 6:20 am for another game drive with a packed lunch. The morning offers another chance to see calving-season wildlife while the plains are active. After your game viewing, begin the journey toward the Ngorongoro Rim or Karatu in the early afternoon. Settle into your accommodation, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the crater visit. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Ngorongoro Rim/Karatu
Ngorongoro to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for approximately five to six hours of game viewing with a packed lunch. The crater can provide sightings of lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and numerous bird species. After the crater tour, drive for approximately four hours toward Arusha, arriving at your hotel around 5:30–6:30 pm for dinner and overnight if arranged. Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Arusha
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