Tanzania’s Great Migration — The Calving Season (January to March 2027)
A Customizable Trip to Tanzania — 3 Days / 2 Nights
Highlights
• Discover the wildlife-rich landscapes of Tanzania, beginning with a warm welcome in Arusha.
• Explore the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its remarkable concentration of wildlife and breathtaking caldera scenery.
• Journey through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands into the Southern Serengeti (Ndutu), enjoying exciting game drives across its vast open plains.
• Experience the magic of the Great Wildebeest Migration, with vast herds of wildebeest and zebra moving across the Ndutu plains during the migration season.
• Spend two days exploring the wildlife-rich Ndutu region, renowned for exceptional game viewing and opportunities to spot predators such as lions, cheetahs and leopards.
• Enjoy an unforgettable safari experience across two of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations before returning to Arusha by road.
About this Safari
Embark on an unforgettable safari through the spectacular wilderness of northern Tanzania, discovering some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Your journey begins in Arusha, before heading towards the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a vast volcanic caldera renowned for its extraordinary concentration of wildlife, where you may encounter elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest and the elusive black rhino.
Continue your journey through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands towards the Southern Serengeti (Ndutu), a remarkable wildlife haven celebrated for its sweeping grasslands and abundant wildlife. Spend three days exploring this fascinating region, enjoying game drives across its expansive plains and discovering its diverse wildlife. During the Great Wildebeest Migration season, witness one of nature’s most extraordinary spectacles as vast herds of wildebeest and zebra gather across the Ndutu plains, particularly during the calving season. The abundance of newborns also attracts predators, offering wonderful opportunities to spot lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas in their natural habitat.
With its dramatic landscapes, exceptional wildlife encounters and the opportunity to witness the magic of the Great Migration, this safari offers an immersive experience of Tanzania’s remarkable natural heritage. Conclude your adventure with a scenic road journey back to Arusha, carrying memories of an unforgettable African safari.
Total cost of tour (Based 2 Adults) – USD 3390$
Rates
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Arusha
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha.
Overnight: Kahawa House (Bed & Breakfast
Day 2 – Ngorongoro Crater
Depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
Explore the spectacular 20 km-wide caldera, home to an exceptional concentration of wildlife throughout the year.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Farm House, Farm House Valley or Tloma Lodge (Full Board).
Day 3 – Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)
After breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands towards the Southern Serengeti. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the area.
Overnight: Ndutu Kati Kati (Full Board).
Day 4 – 5 – Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)
The Serengeti is one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife sanctuaries. During the migration season, its seemingly endless plains host vast herds of wildebeest and zebra. Spend two days exploring the area.
Overnight: Ndutu Kati Kati (Full Board).
Day 6 – Arusha
Return to Arusha by road, arriving in the early afternoon.
Inclusions & Notes
Rates Inclusions
- Full Board (breakfast, lunch & dinner) during the safari.
- Bed & Breakfast on the first night in Arusha.
- Unlimited mileage in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Professional driver-guide.
- Entrance fees to the national parks/reserves indicated in the itinerary.
- Game drives as indicated in the itinerary.
- Mineral water in the safari vehicle and during meals.
- Flying Doctors emergency evacuation coverage during the safari.
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