Calvin experience
7 Days Ndutu Calving Season Safari - Tarangire, Ndutu & the Serengeti
$7500-7600 USD
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Safari summary
Join a 7 day adventure through Tanzania’s most iconic parks and reserves, a journey that takes you from the elephant filled plains of Tarangire National Park to the extraordinary calving grounds of Ndutu during the Great Migration. Few wildlife events on earth compare to what unfolds here between December and April, as the Ndutu plains transform into one of nature’s greatest nurseries.
From there, the safari sweeps across the vast savannah of the Central Serengeti, before descending into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with 30,000 animals including Tanzania’s last remaining black rhino. With expert guides, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable wildlife encounters at every turn, this safari is perfectly crafted for travellers seeking both authentic adventure and genuine comfort.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
| Countries | ||
| Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- International flights
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- International flights
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrival in Tanzania
Your Tanzania adventure begins the moment you land. Meet and greet on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your Wildflip Safaris driver will be waiting to transfer you to Kahawa House for a hot lunch, depending on your arrival time. The warmth of Arusha, the gateway to Africa's greatest wildlife regions, envelops you immediately. After lunch, take the opportunity to stroll through the city for a short time, absorbing the vibrant so
Kahawa House,
Arusha → Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
After breakfast, head to Tarangire National Park for a full morning game drive through spectacular acacia woodlands, giant baobabs, and seasonal swamps. The Tarangire River attracts abundant wildlife, especially during the dry season. Marvel at some of Africa’s largest elephant herds and look for rare species including Greater Kudu, Fringe-eared Oryx, and Ashy Starling. As evening falls, return to your lodge and relax to the sounds of the African bush.
Tarangire Safari Lodge
Deep in Elephant Country
Enjoy another rewarding morning in Tarangire, where the dry-season Tarangire River draws giraffes, zebras, antelopes, buffalo, and predators to its banks. The park is renowned for its large elephant herds, offering memorable encounters as these magnificent animals move freely around safari vehicles. After your game drive, leave the park and travel to the fertile Karatu highlands. Settle into Ngorongoro Farmhouse for a delicious dinner and peaceful overnight stay.
Ngorongoro Farmhouse
The Eighth Wonder of Africa
Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy another rewarding morning in Tarangire, where the dry-season Tarangire River draws giraffes, zebras, antelopes, buffalo, and predators to its banks. The park is renowned for its large elephant herds, offering memorable encounters as these magnificent animals move freely around safari vehicles. After your game drive, leave the park and travel to the fertile Karatu highlands. Settle into Ngorongoro Farmhouse for a delicious dinner and peaceful overnight stay.
GNU Migration Camp Ndutu
The Great Migration Calving Grounds
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, head into the Ndutu region for a full-day game drive across the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. From December to April, the fertile plains become important calving grounds for the Great Migration, attracting large numbers of wildebeest and predators. With a packed lunch, explore until late afternoon, watching for cheetahs, lions, hyenas, wild dogs, and newborn wildlife amid the dramatic scenery.
Into the Heart of the Wild
Serengeti
After breakfast, travel deeper into the heart of the Serengeti, enjoying game drives and a picnic lunch amid the vast wilderness. Explore the Seronera Valley, famed for its abundant wildlife and dramatic volcanic kopjes. Visit the hippo pool and watch for zebra, wildebeest, elephants, giraffes, and buffalo across the plains. With your expert guide, seek out the Serengeti’s iconic predators, including leopard, cheetah, and lion, for an unforgettable safari experience.
Kilimanjaro Airport
Enjoy a final breakfast and morning game drive in the Serengeti before heading to Seronera Airstrip for your light aircraft flight to Arusha. Take in breathtaking aerial views of the plains and landscapes explored during your safari. On arrival at Arusha Airport, meet your representative and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight home. Leave Tanzania with unforgettable wildlife encounters, treasured memories, and stories to share for years to come.
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