Locally owned safari company · Pangani Street, Arusha

Mid-range safari · Private

4-Day Adventure During Calving Season at Ndutu Area

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

  • 4 days
  • Tarangire · Ndutu · Ngorongoro Crater
  • Park fees included

From$1,820per person, two travelling

Trip overview

Your safari at a glance

  • Length4 days · 3 nights
  • GroupPrivate
  • StayLodges and tented camps
  • Getting aroundPop-up-roof Land Cruiser
  • Starts and endsArusha → Arusha
  • Best monthsJul – Sep
  1. StartArusha
  2. Tarangire
  3. Ndutu
  4. Ngorongoro Crater
  5. EndArusha

Where you go

Route map

Your route

  1. 1Start Arusha
  2. 2Tarangire
  3. 3Ndutu
  4. 4Ngorongoro Crater
  5. 5End Arusha

Approximate route between stops.

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day1Tarangire Day 1 · TarangireArusha to Tarangire National Park After breakfast, begin your safari journey from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Known for its abundant wildlife, Tarangire is especially vibrant…Lunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Suricata Boma Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, begin your safari journey from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Known for its abundant wildlife, Tarangire is especially vibrant during the Dry season from June to September, when thousands of animals — such as wildebeest, buffalo, and oryx — migrate from the dry Maasai plains to the Tarangire River in search of water. Predators like lions and leopards closely follow these herds. The park also hosts over 500 bird species. Enjoy lunch and continue with a late afternoon game drive, then head to Suricata Boma Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

    TonightSuricata Boma LodgeLunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  2. Day2Serengeti Day 2 · Ngorongoro Crater · SerengetiLake Ndutu Early in the morning, set out from camp with a packed lunch for a full day of game drives to witness the great migration across the Southern…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Ang'ata Migration - Ndutu Camp Read the full dayShow less

    Early in the morning, set out from camp with a packed lunch for a full day of game drives to witness the great migration across the Southern Serengeti and Northern Ngorongoro, in the Ndutu area. Pause midday for lunch in the bush, then continue exploring until sunset. Afterward, return to the lodge at Ndutu for dinner and an overnight stay.

    TonightAng'ata Migration - Ndutu CampAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  3. Day3Ndutu Day 3 · NdutuFull Game Drive in Lake Ndutu After breakfast, depart from the camp with a packed lunch for a full day of game driving to explore the great migration in the Ndutu area. Enjoy a…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Ang'ata Migration - Ndutu Camp Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, depart from the camp with a packed lunch for a full day of game driving to explore the great migration in the Ndutu area. Enjoy a bush lunch in the afternoon before continuing the game drive until sunset. Then, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

    TonightAng'ata Migration - Ndutu CampAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  4. Day4Ngorongoro Crater Day 4 · Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro Crater to Arusha Wake up early for breakfast before descending into the crater floor for a game drive. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to all of the Big Five — rhino,…Breakfast & lunch, (Dinner not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor) Read the full dayShow less

    Wake up early for breakfast before descending into the crater floor for a game drive. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to all of the Big Five — rhino, lion, leopard, buffalo, and elephant — as well as other wildlife such as zebra, hippo, wildebeest, and hyena. The crater also hosts a variety of birds, including flamingos on the soda lake, geese, storks, and vultures. Enjoy lunch at the picnic site near Ngoitoktok Swamp, a hippo pool. After lunch, we will drive you back to Arusha and drop you off at your hotel or the airport.

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$1,820$1,770$1,718$1,667$1,616Get 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 Taxes/VAT
  • Meals
  • Drinks

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • 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

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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 2. Children under 15 pay less, and under 5 travel free.

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?

We can arrange them for a small extra cost. Tell us your flight times.

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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