Locally owned safari company · Pangani Street, Arusha

Mid-range safari · Fly-in

3-Day Zanzibar Fly-in Tour to Lake Ndutu Calving Season

Three days for the calving season: Ndutu and Ngorongoro Crater. Private vehicle and guide, mid-range lodges and tented camps. Nights at Ang'ata Migration - Ndutu Camp.

  • 3 days
  • Ndutu · Ngorongoro Crater
  • Park fees included

From$2,107per person, two travelling

Trip overview

Your safari at a glance

  • Length3 days · 2 nights
  • GroupPrivate, by air
  • StayLodges and tented camps
  • Getting aroundLight aircraft and game drives
  • Starts and endsZanzibar → Zanzibar
  • Best monthsJul – Sep
  1. StartZanzibar
  2. Ndutu
  3. Ngorongoro Crater
  4. EndZanzibar

Where you go

Route map

Your route

  1. 1Start Zanzibar
  2. 2Ndutu
  3. 3Ngorongoro Crater
  4. 4End Zanzibar

Approximate route between stops.

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day1Zanzibar Day 1 · Serengeti · ZanzibarZanzibar To Ndutu Upon arriving at Seronera Airstrip, you'll start your game drive toward Ndutu. Once in Ndutu, enjoy a half-day game drive with a stop for a…Lunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Ang'ata Migration - Ndutu Camp Read the full dayShow less

    Upon arriving at Seronera Airstrip, you'll start your game drive toward Ndutu. Once in Ndutu, enjoy a half-day game drive with a stop for a picnic lunch. The region is covered with sweeping grasslands that blend into the Serengeti, and it's part of the route for the annual migration of over 2 million wildebeests, along with thousands of zebras, antelopes, and gazelles. Between December and April, the plains transform into calving grounds and nurseries for the migration, attracting predators eager to hunt the vulnerable young. Ndutu’s water sources, including Lake Ndutu and Lake Masek, ensure abundant wildlife even in the dry season. The area is home to six species of big cats: leopards, lions, cheetahs, caracals, servals, and wildcats. Your action-packed game drive will conclude in the evening with a transfer to your hotel for rest.

    TonightAng'ata Migration - Ndutu CampLunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  2. Day2Ndutu Day 2 · NdutuFull Game Drive to Ndutu Enjoy a full day of game drives in Ndutu. The region's grasslands, enriched with vital minerals from volcanic ash deposited millions of years…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Ang'ata Migration - Ndutu Camp Read the full dayShow less

    Enjoy a full day of game drives in Ndutu. The region's grasslands, enriched with vital minerals from volcanic ash deposited millions of years ago, attract millions of wildebeests each year who return to give birth. Between January and mid-February, it's estimated that around 4,000 wildebeests are born each day. You can spend this day exploring the area at your own pace.

    TonightAng'ata Migration - Ndutu CampAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  3. Day3Zanzibar Day 3 · Ngorongoro Crater · ZanzibarNgorongoro Crater to Arusha After breakfast, you'll head to the Ngorongoro Crater, descending about 2,000 feet to its floor. Formed over 3 million years ago when a massive…Breakfast & lunch, (Dinner not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor) Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, you'll head to the Ngorongoro Crater, descending about 2,000 feet to its floor. Formed over 3 million years ago when a massive volcano erupted and collapsed, the crater now provides a unique habitat for a diverse range of wildlife, including black rhinos, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, and lions, along with several freshwater and soda lakes. You’ll spend the morning on a game drive, pausing for lunch by one of the lakes. After lunch, you'll ascend from the crater and transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight back to Zanzibar.

Want a different order, an extra night or another lodge? Every day here can change. Ask us to adjust it

Where you sleep

Properties used for this safari

Mid-range lodges and tented camps have en-suite rooms and are inside or close to the parks. Names are confirmed in your written itinerary.

What it costs

Safari pricing

Price per person in US dollars by number of people travelling together
Accommodation1 person2 people3 people4 people5 people6 peopleBest valueQuote
Mid-range lodgesOn request$2,107$2,073$2,040$2,006$1,972Get quote
  • Per person, sharing. The vehicle and guide cost the same for two or six, so bigger groups pay less each.
  • Children under 15 pay less, and solo travellers pay a supplement. We include both in your quote.
  • Deposit to confirm: 20% for camping safaris, 40% for lodge safaris.

The fine print

What the price covers

Included

  • Park fees (non-residents)
  • All activities
  • All accommodation
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • All flights during the tour
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals
  • Drinks

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

In pictures

Photo gallery

Good to know

Questions about this safari

Is this safari private?

Yes. The vehicle and guide are only for your group, for parties of up to 7 people. Larger groups: ask us.

When can it start, and can we change it?

It can start on any day that suits you, and we can change the lodges, the order of the parks or the number of nights.

Can children come?

Yes, from age 3. Children under 15 pay less.

Can I book it on my own?

Not as a solo traveller: the price is for two or more. Ask us about joining a group safari instead.

Are airport transfers included?

Yes, from and back to the airport.

Are the flights included?

Yes. The price includes a fixed budget for the flights in the itinerary; if the airline charges more for your dates, your quote shows it.

Is this safari private?

Check the Group label at the top of the page. Private means the vehicle and guide are only for your group. Shared means up to 6–7 guests in the vehicle.

Can we choose the lodges?

Yes. We suggest lodges for the season and your budget and name them in the written itinerary before you pay a deposit.

Another question?

Our planners in Arusha are happy to help on WhatsApp.

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Before you go

Clothing

  • Light layers in khaki, green or beige
  • A warm fleece for early drives and the crater rim
  • Long sleeves for the evenings
  • Sun hat

Footwear

  • Comfortable closed shoes
  • Sandals for camp or the lodge

Gear

  • Binoculars, one pair each if you can
  • Camera with a spare battery and memory card
  • Soft bag rather than a hard suitcase
  • Power bank

Health

  • Sunscreen and lip balm
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medication
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest reviews

Travellers on travelling with Makini

5.0Excellent · 105+ reviews

  • The communication with the company was very good, and we were in good hands from the minute we arrived… we got a lot of value for the money.

    Saudat N. TripAdvisor
  • The communication with Lucas via WhatsApp was always very friendly, direct and immediate… our tour guide Aboh was very familiar with all animals and plants.

    Godfrey M. TripAdvisor
  • Great value local Tanzanian operator that provided an unforgettable safari experience.

    Damas F. TripAdvisor

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