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Embark on a classic five-day drive safari that places you at the heart of one of nature’s most dramatic seasonal events: the Great Wildebeest Calving. This mid-range tour offers a private and focused journey through Tanzania’s Northern Circuit. You’ll witness the intense predator-prey dynamics of the Ndutu Plains, where thousands of wildebeest calves are born daily between January and February, attracting lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. The adventure is anchored by classic wildlife viewing among Tarangire’s elephant herds and within the incredible Ngorongoro Crater, all while enjoying the consistent comfort of the operator’s own well-appointed tented camps and lodges.
5 Days
3 years
Tanzania
Any group size
Moderate
Your safari begins with a pickup from your Arusha hotel and a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Spend your day exploring a landscape defined by ancient baobab trees and the life-giving Tarangire River, which attracts massive herds of elephants, the park’s most famous residents. Keep an eye out for giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and the rare sight of a tree-climbing python, immersing yourself in this rich and diverse ecosystem.
As the afternoon draws to a close, you’ll exit the park and travel a short distance to your first accommodation. You will spend the night at Africa Bourgainvillea Safari Lodge, a comfortable mid-range tented camp where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the pool and relax on your private deck. Your evening is at leisure to enjoy dinner and settle into the rhythm of safari life, with lunch and dinner included today.
After breakfast, you’ll journey towards the renowned Ndutu area, located in the southeastern reaches of the Serengeti ecosystem. This region is the critical stage for the Great Migration’s calving season (typically December to April). Your game drive today is focused on this phenomenal event, where you might witness thousands of wildebeest and zebra gathering, with hundreds of calves being born each day during the peak.
This abundance of vulnerable newborns creates unparalleled wildlife drama, attracting large numbers of predators. Your guide will help you spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas on the hunt, while other grazers like gazelles fiercely protect their young. You’ll spend the next two nights at Ndutu Kati Kati Tented Camp, your comfortable mid-range base deep in the Ndutu area, with all meals included.
Today is dedicated to a full-day exploration of the broader Serengeti National Park. With your private vehicle and guide, you have the freedom to follow the wildlife and explore diverse habitats, from endless golden savannahs to riverine forests. This is your chance to search for the Big Five and marvel at the scale of the Great Migration, a moving river of 1.5 million herbivores across the plains.
The day is flexible, allowing for patient wildlife viewing, photography during the beautiful golden hours, and a picnic lunch in a scenic spot. Whether you’re tracking a specific predator or simply absorbing the vast, iconic landscapes, your guide will tailor the experience. You return for a second night at the Ndutu Kati Kati Tented Camp, reflecting on the day’s adventures to the sounds of the African bush.
Wake early for breakfast before embarking on a drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Here, you will descend 600 meters into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, a UNESCO World Heritage site often called a “Garden of Eden.” The crater’s enclosed ecosystem supports an astonishing density of wildlife, with around 30,000 large mammals roaming its grasslands, swamps, and acacia woodlands.
Your game drive is a quest for the Big Five, offering one of Africa’s best chances to see the endangered black rhino. You’ll also encounter large prides of lion, herds of elephant and buffalo, and flocks of flamingos on the soda lake. After an unforgettable exploration and a picnic lunch on the crater floor, you’ll ascend and drive to your final lodge. You will spend the night at Bougainvillea Safari Lodge, a mid-range lodge where you can enjoy a hearty dinner and share stories of the crater’s wonders.
After a leisurely breakfast at the lodge, you’ll check out and meet your guide for the journey back to Arusha. It’s an easy and scenic two-hour drive, reflecting on the incredible wildlife spectacles you’ve witnessed over the past five days. You will be dropped off at your preferred location in Arusha or at Arusha Airport (ARK), marking the end of your safari.
Please note that an additional transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) can be arranged at an extra cost. Your meal plan today includes breakfast and lunch, with dinner not included as you depart with a camera full of photos and memories of cats, calves, and the magnificent crater.
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Price per person sharing
1 Peson (Solo)
2 People
3 People
US $2,071
4 People
5 People
6 People
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