Locally owned safari company · Pangani Street, Arusha

Mid-range safari · Fly-in

5-Day Fly-in Ndutu Great Migration Safari

Five days for the calving season: Serengeti, Ndutu, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire. Private vehicle and guide, mid-range lodges and tented camps. Nights at Land of Nature Camp and Safari Haven Migration Camp.

  • 5 days
  • Serengeti · Ndutu · Ngorongoro Crater · Tarangire
  • Park fees included

From$2,628per person, two travelling

Trip overview

Your safari at a glance

  • Length5 days · 4 nights
  • GroupPrivate, by air
  • StayLodges and tented camps
  • Getting aroundLight aircraft and game drives
  • Starts and endsArusha → Arusha
  • Best monthsJul – Sep
  1. StartArusha
  2. Serengeti
  3. Ndutu
  4. Ngorongoro Crater
  5. Tarangire
  6. EndArusha

Where you go

Route map

Your route

  1. 1Start Arusha
  2. 2Serengeti
  3. 3Ndutu
  4. 4Ngorongoro Crater
  5. 5Tarangire
  6. 6End Arusha

Approximate route between stops.

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day1Zanzibar Day 1 · Serengeti · ZanzibarZanzibar Airport to Serengeti National Park Your adventure begins with a hotel pick-up and flight from Zanzibar to the Serengeti. Arrive in the late morning and start your first game drive…Lunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), Non-alcoholic drinksLand of Nature Camp Read the full dayShow less

    Your adventure begins with a hotel pick-up and flight from Zanzibar to the Serengeti. Arrive in the late morning and start your first game drive through the wildlife-rich plains, where you may spot lions, elephants, zebras, and wildebeests. After lunch at your lodge, enjoy another exciting afternoon game drive before ending the day with a beautiful Serengeti sunset.

    TonightLand of Nature CampLunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), Non-alcoholic drinks
  2. Day2Ndutu Day 2 · Serengeti · NdutuCentral Serengeti to Ndutu After an early breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive through the Central Serengeti, exploring wildlife-rich areas and visiting a hippo pool where you…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksSafari Haven Migration Camp Read the full dayShow less

    After an early breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive through the Central Serengeti, exploring wildlife-rich areas and visiting a hippo pool where you may see hippos, crocodiles, and other aquatic animals. After lunch, continue to the Ndutu area, famous for the calving season and abundant wildlife. Arrive at your lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

    TonightSafari Haven Migration CampAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
  3. Day3Ndutu Day 3 · NdutuNdutu Begin your day in Ndutu with a memorable bush breakfast in the heart of the wilderness, surrounded by open plains, marshes, woodlands, and soda lakes…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksSafari Haven Migration Camp Read the full dayShow less

    Begin your day in Ndutu with a memorable bush breakfast in the heart of the wilderness, surrounded by open plains, marshes, woodlands, and soda lakes teeming with wildlife. During the calving season, watch wildebeest giving birth while lions, cheetahs, and other predators care for their young nearby. In the evening, relax by the campfire with a drink beneath the acacia trees before enjoying a peaceful night surrounded by the sounds of nature.

    TonightSafari Haven Migration CampAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
  4. Day4Ngorongoro Crater Day 4 · Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro Crater to Mto wa Mbu After an early breakfast, descend more than 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. The crater’s permanent…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksSuricata Boma Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    After an early breakfast, descend more than 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. The crater’s permanent water sources and fertile grasslands support large herds of wildebeest, zebras, buffaloes, elands, warthogs, hippos, and elephants. Keep an eye out for the crater’s impressive predators, including lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the elusive leopard. You’ll also visit Lake Magadi, a shallow alkaline lake where flamingos, hippos, and other waterbirds are often seen. In the late afternoon, continue to Mto wa Mbu for your overnight stay.

    TonightSuricata Boma LodgeAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
  5. Day5Zanzibar Day 5 · Tarangire · ZanzibarTarangire National Park to Arusha Airport After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its stunning landscapes, ancient baobab trees, and large herds of elephants. Enjoy a…Breakfast & lunch, (Dinner not included), Non-alcoholic drinks Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its stunning landscapes, ancient baobab trees, and large herds of elephants. Enjoy a game drive through the park, where you may spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, and many other wildlife species. After the safari, continue to Arusha Airport for your flight back to Zanzibar, marking the end of your unforgettable adventure.

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

  • Night 1

    Mid-range lodge · Zanzibar

    Land of Nature Camp

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    1 night · or similar
    Ask about it
  • Nights 2–3

    Mid-range lodge · Ndutu

    Safari Haven Migration Camp

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    2 nights · or similar
    Ask about it
  • Night 4

    Mid-range lodge · Ngorongoro Crater

    Suricata Boma Lodge

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    1 night · or similar
    Ask about it

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 peopleBest valueQuote
Mid-range lodgesOn request$2,628$2,363$2,199Get 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
  • 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 4 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.

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.

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

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  • 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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