Tarangire · Ndutu · Ngorongoro
5 Day Ndutu Calving Season Safari
- 5 days
- Lodges
- Private or joining
From$2,000per person
View safariMid-range safari · Private
Six days for the calving season: Ndutu, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire. Private vehicle and guide, mid-range lodges and tented camps. Nights at Arusha Farm House and Safari Haven Migration Camp.
From$2,240per person, two travelling
Trip overview
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Itinerary

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival in Arusha, our friendly team will meet you and transfer you to the accommodation booked for you. After check-in, you can take some time to relax, refresh, and settle into your comfortable surroundings. You can enjoy a peaceful evening at your accommodation and prepare for the exciting safari adventure ahead. Your journey into Tanzania’s incredible wildlife and the spectacular Ndutu calving season begins tomorrow!
TonightArusha Farm HouseMeals at own expense, Drinking water, (Other drinks not included)
After an early breakfast, you depart from Arusha and begin your scenic journey toward the Ndutu area, passing through the beautiful landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon reaching Ndutu, you'll start your first exciting game drive in search of the Great Migration herds. During the calving season, you witness thousands of wildebeest gathering across the plains, with opportunities to see newborn calves, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other predators. You enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive and later heading to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
TonightSafari Haven Migration CampAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
You wake up early for a thrilling full-day safari in the Ndutu area, right in the heart of the Great Migration calving season. You'll explore the vast plains as thousands of wildebeest gather to give birth, creating one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife experiences. Keep your eyes open for newborn calves, lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and other predators attracted by the abundance of young animals. You'll enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your game drive through the afternoon, then return to your accommodation for a relaxing evening, dinner, and overnight stay.
TonightSafari Haven Migration CampAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
You'll start another exciting day with an early morning game drive across the Ndutu plains, when wildlife is most active. You continue exploring different areas of the region in search of the Great Migration herds and newborn wildebeest calves. Watch for thrilling predator encounters, with opportunities to spot lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other wildlife following the herds. After a picnic lunch, you continue your afternoon game drive while enjoying the spectacular scenery. You return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.
TonightSafari Haven Migration CampAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
After breakfast, you leave the Ndutu area and journey toward the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. You descend into the crater for an unforgettable game drive surrounded by breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife. You'll search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and the endangered black rhino. You'll enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater while taking in the spectacular surroundings. In the afternoon, you'll ascend from the crater and continue to your accommodation in Mto wa Mbu for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.
TonightSuricata Boma LodgeAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
After breakfast, you depart from your accommodation in Mto wa Mbu and drive to Tarangire National Park for your final safari adventure. Explore the park’s stunning landscapes, famous for its majestic baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a game drive in search of lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and other wildlife. After lunch, begin your journey back to Arusha. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your accommodation, marking the end of your unforgettable 6-day Tanzania safari.
Want a different order, an extra night or another lodge? Every day here can change. Ask us to adjust it
Where you sleep

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

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

Mid-range lodge · Ndutu
En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary
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
| Accommodation | 1 person | 2 people | 3 people | 4 peopleBest value | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-range lodges | On request | $2,240 | $1,892 | $1,718 | Get quote |
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Yes. The vehicle and guide are only for your group, for parties of up to 4 people. Larger groups: ask us.
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.
Yes, from age 1. Children under 15 pay less, and under 5 travel free.
Not as a solo traveller: the price is for two or more. Ask us about joining a group safari instead.
Yes, from and back to the airport.
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.
Yes. We suggest lodges for the season and your budget and name them in the written itinerary before you pay a deposit.
Before you go
Guest reviews
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.
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.
Great value local Tanzanian operator that provided an unforgettable safari experience.
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