Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest
5 days— 5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in December 2026/2027 brings Ndutu calving season, Serengeti game drives and Ngorongoro. Book
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Safari summary
5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in December 2026/2027: A Journey Through the Southern Plains
5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in December 2026/2027 is a private wildlife journey through Central Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro. It combines game drives, seasonal wildebeest movement, rich birdlife, predators, scenic landscapes, and crater wildlife. Late December offers green plains and an excellent setting for following the migration toward the calving season.
Tour Features of 5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in December 2026/2027
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Route: Central Serengeti – 1 Night; Ndutu Area – 2 Nights; Ngorongoro Crater
Price: USD 2,580–3,000 per person sharing for two or more people. International flights are excluded.
Safari Type: Private safari organized exclusively for you. There is no group joining unless you arrange your own group from home.
Accommodation: Budget tents, mid-range tented camps, or luxury tented camps, with shared double, twin, triple, or family rooms.
Ndutu December Temperatures: Around 28°C (82°F) during the day and about 16°C (61°F) at night.
Best Period: Late December is particularly suitable for this migration-focused itinerary.
Flexible Start: Start on any day according to your travel plans.
Customizable: Request suitable changes to accommodations or destinations.
Solo Travelers: Solo travelers can book this private safari; contact us for the applicable price.
Families: Children of all ages are welcome. Children under 15 receive a discount, while children under 5 are free.
Activities: Guided game drives with English-, Spanish-, German-, or Italian-speaking driver-guides.
Safari Vehicle: Pop-up-roof 4x4 safari vehicle with excellent viewing access.
Arrival Airport: Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport.
Airport Transfers: Airport pickup and drop-off can be arranged.
Start and End: Arusha; arrive in Arusha at least one day before the safari begins.
Extra Arusha Accommodation: Additional accommodation before or after the safari can be arranged.
Package Price for 5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in December 2026/2027
The package costs approximately USD 2,580 to USD 3,000 per person sharing, based on two or more travelers. This rate is not intended for solo travelers. International flights to and from your home country are also excluded.
The final price can change according to the level of accommodation, safari services selected, number of travelers, included services, and overall itinerary arrangements. Larger private groups can reduce the per-person cost because some expenses are shared. A lower package price may also exclude services such as airport transfers or additional Arusha hotel nights.
For your exact dates, group size, accommodation preference, and updated quotation, contact us today, check availability, request your safari price, and reserve your private adventure.
Destinations Covered on 5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in December 2026/2027
Central Serengeti – 1 Night: Central Serengeti provides productive wildlife viewing across open plains and surrounding habitats. You may encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, gazelles, hyenas, and numerous bird species during your game drives.
Ndutu Area – 2 Nights: Ndutu is the central focus of this December migration journey. The southern plains become increasingly green following the short rains, attracting large numbers of wildebeest and zebra. Predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas can also be encountered while exploring the area.
Ngorongoro Crater: The crater offers a compact wildlife environment surrounded by dramatic volcanic scenery. Game drives can reveal elephants, buffalo, lions, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, flamingos, and opportunities to search for the endangered black rhinoceros.
Accommodation on 5 Days Ndutu and Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari in December 2026/2027
Accommodation can be selected according to your budget and preferred comfort level. Options include budget tents, mid-range tented camps, and luxury tented camps. Rooms are generally shared as double, twin, triple, or family arrangements depending on the number of travelers and availability.
Tell us your preferred accommodation standard when booking, and we can organize the itinerary around your needs. Contact us early to discuss accommodation choices and secure suitable availability for December.
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 Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
Begin around 6:00–7:00 am from Arusha and drive toward Serengeti, checking into the park during the journey. Continue game viewing toward Central Serengeti, looking for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and gazelles. Around 5:45–6:00 pm, drive to your accommodation for dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Central Serengeti
Serengeti Game Drive to Ndutu Area
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, begin morning game viewing in Serengeti before continuing with afternoon wildlife exploration. Later, drive to the Serengeti gate for checkout and proceed toward Ndutu. If time allows, enjoy a late-evening game drive, watching wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other wildlife before dinner. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ndutu Area
Fully Day Ndutu
Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy breakfast before setting out with a packed lunch for a full day around the Ndutu plains. December brings green grazing areas and growing migration activity, offering opportunities to see wildebeest, zebra, gazelles, elephants, giraffes, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and many birds. Around 5:30–6:00 pm, return to your accommodation. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ndutu Area
Ndutu to Ngorongoro Rim or Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater
Have an early breakfast, then depart around 6:20 am with packed lunch for another Ndutu game drive. Search the plains for wildebeest, zebra, gazelles, predators, elephants, giraffes, and birdlife while enjoying the seasonal scenery. In the early afternoon, begin driving toward the Ngorongoro Rim or Karatu for dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Ngorongoro Rim or Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for approximately 5–6 hours of game viewing with packed lunch. Look for lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, rhinos, flamingos, and other wildlife. After the crater visit, drive back to Arusha, taking about four hours, arriving around 5:30–6:30 pm. Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
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