4-Day Serengeti Calving Season Safari – MidRange Tanzania Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our team and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.

Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to enjoy an optional city tour. This can include visits to the Cultural Heritage Centre, local markets, and the Maasai Market, where you can experience local culture and shop for handmade crafts and souvenirs.

Accommodation: Kibo Palace Hotel (Mid-range hotel in Arusha)
Meals: At own expense
Drinks: Not included

Day 2: Arusha to Ndutu – Southern Serengeti Ecosystem

After breakfast, depart Arusha and journey toward the Ndutu region, located within the southern Serengeti ecosystem. The drive takes you through the scenic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

From December to March, Ndutu becomes the center of the Great Migration calving season. Thousands of wildebeests and zebras gather on the short, nutrient-rich plains to give birth. The open grasslands provide excellent visibility, helping herds detect predators while offering visitors outstanding wildlife viewing opportunities.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive upon arrival, exploring the plains and searching for wildlife activity until sunset. Later, proceed to your camp for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Safari Haven Migration Camp (Mid-range tented camp inside Serengeti ecosystem)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Drinks: Included (except spirits and liquor)

Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Ndutu – Calving Season Experience

Begin the day with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active. You may return to camp for breakfast or depart with packed meals for a full day in the field.

Today is dedicated to exploring the Ndutu plains, where the calving season creates remarkable wildlife interactions. You may witness newborn wildebeest taking their first steps, while predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas closely follow the herds. The dramatic balance between life and survival makes this one of the most rewarding safari experiences in Tanzania.

After a full day of exploration, return to camp for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Safari Haven Migration Camp (Mid-range tented camp inside Serengeti ecosystem)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Drinks: Included (except spirits and liquor)

Day 4: Ndutu to Ngorongoro Crater – Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival, descend approximately 600 meters into the crater for a game drive on the crater floor.

The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and hosts an extraordinary concentration of wildlife. During your 5-hour game drive, you may encounter elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, lions, and the rare black rhino. The combination of dramatic scenery and abundant wildlife makes this a true safari highlight.

After the game drive, ascend the crater walls and begin the drive back to Arusha. You will be dropped off at your preferred location in Arusha or transferred to the airport for your onward journey.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Drinks: Included (except spirits and liquor)

End of Tour

Additional accommodation in Arusha can be arranged at an extra cost if required.