Locally owned safari company · Pangani Street, Arusha

Mid-range safari · Private

7-Day Mid-Range Tour for Ndutu Calving Migration Season

Seven days for the calving season: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ndutu and Ngorongoro Crater. Private vehicle and guide, mid-range lodges and tented camps. Nights at Arusha Farm House and Suricata Boma Lodge.

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

From$2,813per person, two travelling

Trip overview

Your safari at a glance

  • Length7 days · 6 nights
  • GroupPrivate
  • StayLodges and tented camps
  • Getting aroundPop-up-roof Land Cruiser
  • Starts and endsArusha → Arusha
  • Best monthsJul – Sep
  1. StartArusha
  2. Tarangire
  3. Serengeti
  4. Ndutu
  5. Ngorongoro Crater
  6. EndArusha

Where you go

Route map

Your route

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

Approximate route between stops.

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day1Arusha Day 1Arrival in Arusha Upon your arrival, you will be picked up from the airport and transferred to your accommodation at Arusha Farm House in Arusha. If you arrive earlier…Meals at own expenseArusha Farm House Read the full dayShow less

    Upon your arrival, you will be picked up from the airport and transferred to your accommodation at Arusha Farm House in Arusha. If you arrive earlier in the day, you have the option to take a city tour for an extra cost. This tour includes visits to popular sites such as the local market and Cultural Heritage, the largest gallery in Africa, offering a glimpse into Arusha's vibrant culture and art scene.

    TonightArusha Farm HouseMeals at own expense
  2. Day2Tarangire Day 2 · TarangireArusha to Tarangire National Park After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and embark on a safari from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Tarangire is renowned for its…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksSuricata Boma Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and embark on a safari from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Tarangire is renowned for its rich wildlife, especially vibrant from June to September during the Dry season. At this time, thousands of animals, including wildebeests, buffaloes, and oryx, migrate from the dry Maasai steppes to the Tarangire River in search of water, attracting predators like lions and leopards. The park is also home to over 500 bird species. Enjoy lunch and then take a late afternoon game drive before heading to Suricata Boma Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

    TonightSuricata Boma LodgeAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
  3. Day3Serengeti Day 3 · SerengetiMto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park Enjoy an early breakfast at Suricata Boma Lodge before driving to the expansive Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you'll have lunch and…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksLand of Nature Camp Read the full dayShow less

    Enjoy an early breakfast at Suricata Boma Lodge before driving to the expansive Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you'll have lunch and game drives, providing opportunities to spot a variety of wildlife. During your afternoon game drive, look out for lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, elands, wild dogs, gazelles, crocodiles, and more. The park is also home to a diverse array of bird species. Continue your game viewing in the Seronera area or head eastward. Finish your day with dinner and an overnight stay at Land of Nature Lodge.

    TonightLand of Nature CampAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
  4. Day4Serengeti Day 4 · SerengetiSerengeti National Park After breakfast, start your day with a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Be captivated by the stunning landscapes, changing light, and…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksLand of Nature Camp Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, start your day with a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Be captivated by the stunning landscapes, changing light, and diverse wildlife, with insights provided by your expert guide. Around 12:30 PM, you can choose to have a picnic or hot lunch. After lunch, continue your afternoon game drive until sunset at 6:30 PM. Return to Land of Nature Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

    TonightLand of Nature CampAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
  5. Day5Ndutu Day 5 · Serengeti · NdutuSerengeti National Park to Ndutu Area After breakfast, we head out for a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Admire the stunning scenery, ever-changing light, and intriguing…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksSafari Haven Migration Camp Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, we head out for a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Admire the stunning scenery, ever-changing light, and intriguing wildlife, with your expert guide offering insightful commentary. At 12:30 PM, you can choose between a picnic or a hot lunch. Following lunch, we continue with an afternoon game drive until sunset at 6:30 PM. We'll then return to Safari Haven Ndutu Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

    TonightSafari Haven Migration CampAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
  6. Day6Ndutu Day 6 · NdutuNdutu Area Early in the morning, after breakfast, you'll leave the camp with a packed lunch for a full-day game drive exploring the great migration in the…All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinksSafari Haven Migration Camp Read the full dayShow less

    Early in the morning, after breakfast, you'll leave the camp with a packed lunch for a full-day game drive exploring the great migration in the Ndutu Area. Enjoy a bush lunch in the afternoon before continuing the game drive until sunset. Afterward, return to Safari Haven Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

    TonightSafari Haven Migration CampAll meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks
  7. Day7Ndutu Day 7 · Ngorongoro Crater · NdutuNdutu to Ngorongoro Crater Wake up early for breakfast, then descend into the crater floor for an exciting game drive. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to all of the Big Five —…Breakfast & lunch, (Dinner not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor) Read the full dayShow less

    Wake up early for breakfast, then descend into the crater floor for an exciting 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. You’ll also spot a variety of birds, including flamingos on Soda Lake, geese, storks, and vultures. Lunch will be served at the picnic site near the Ngoitoktok Swamp, known for its hippo pool. After lunch, we will drive you back to Arusha and drop you off at the airport or your hotel.

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 · Arusha

    Arusha Farm House

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

    1 night · or similar
    Ask about it
  • Night 2

    Mid-range lodge · Tarangire

    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
  • Nights 3–4

    Mid-range lodge · Serengeti

    Land of Nature Camp

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

    2 nights · or similar
    Ask about it
  • Nights 5–6

    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

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$2,813$2,660$2,475Get 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
  • 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
  • Some meals

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. Children under 13 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?

Yes, from and back to the airport.

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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