6 Days Ndutu Migration

About this tour

Our Ndutu migration trip is carefully crafted to provide you with the ultimate opportunity to experience the wildebeest calving season as they return to Tanzania.

During January, February, and March, the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu regions in Tanzania become the prime locations to witness this spectacle. Thousands of wildebeest cover the plains, grazing on the lush short grass plains.

Customization

This tour can be customized

Duration

6 Days

Minimum Age

3 years

Countries

Tanzania

Comfort Level

Mid-Range

Maximum Group Size

6 People

Physical Level

Easy

What to expect

-Enjoy charming and friendly team soon after arrival at the Airport and drop off at the hotel
-Enjoy the short ride from the airport to the hotel depending on arrival time, you can experience the semi-arid environment before reaching the beautiful city of Arusha.
-Expect to meet our team for a tour briefing and other arrangements
-A beautiful start of  the day with a heavy breakfast and a hot shower at the hotel
-Expect to travel with not only a travel guide but also a friendly and knowledgeable safari expert

Best time

  • January
  • February
  • March
  • December

Best for

  • All Traveller Types

You will visit

  • Arusha National Park
  • Serengeti

Getting There

  • This Tour starts in Arusha, Ends in Arusha
  • Your flight should arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

Transport details

  • Game drive transport is by 4×4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle, VAN
  • Transfer between destinations is by 4×4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle, VAN
  • Airport transfer is by 4×4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle, VAN

Day 1

Arusha National Park

Mount Meru Hotel

Day 1:

Arrival -

Arusha National Park

Our driver will pick you up from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO), and transfer you to Arusha town, depending on arrival time you could meet your safari guide for a briefing then you can spend the remaining time for relaxation, dinner, and overnight at a lodge or hotel.

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle, VAN

Meals

Drinks

  • A bottle of soda, Coffee, Juice, Tea

Accommodation

Day 2:

We’ll pick you up from your hotel accommodation in Arusha and bring you to Ndutu Area then proceed for a game drive.
Lake Ndutu area, situated in the Ngorongoro conservation area, is part of the southern Serengeti ecosystem. Lake Ndutu is alkaline, like most of the other Rift lakes, however, the water is still drinkable and used by a wide array of local wildlife.

The majority of the wildebeest migration can normally be found on the short-grass plains from December to April. The area is usually heavily populated with elephants, birds, and resident games.

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Full Board

Drinks

  • A bottle of soda, Coffee, Juice, Tea

Accommodation

Day 3:

Start your day with a game drive in Ndutu Area after breakfast and then back to the camp for lunch then resume the game drive at Ndutu area.

In the wilderness, tracking the Great Migration trails. A thorough explanation of this great world event that Tanzania is proud of will be provided.

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Full Board

Drinks

  • A bottle of soda, Coffee, Juice, Tea

Accommodation

Day 4: Serengeti

This day is for a full day of game viewing in the Ndutu area to central Serengeti Seronera. Lake Ndutu like most other rift lakes is alkaline however the water is still drinkable and consumed by a wide array of local wildlife. The majority of the wildebeest migration can normally be found on the short-grass plains from December to April. The area is usually heavily populated with elephants, birds, and resident games. After the game drive you will drive to the camp for dinner and overnight at Ang’ata Central

Main Activities

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Full Board

Drinks

  • A bottle of soda, Coffee, Juice, Tea

Accommodation

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, we’ll continue the game drive in the Seronera area, and in the afternoon, we’ll proceed to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

A million wildebeest… each one driven by the same ancient rhythm, fulfilling its instinctive role in the inescapable cycle of life.

A frenzied three-week about of territorial conquests and mating; survival of the fittest as 40km (25 miles) long columns plunge through crocodile-infested waters on the annual exodus north.

Replenishing the species in a brief population explosion that produces more than 8,000 calves daily before the 1,000 km (600 miles) pilgrimage begins again.

Also, you have a chance to visit Maasai Boma

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Full Board

Drinks

  • A bottle of soda, Coffee, Juice, Tea

Accommodation

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater

On the last day of your Ndutu migration safari, we will depart in the morning after breakfast and descend to Ngorongoro Crater.

Afterward, we drive back to Arusha and drop you off at the airport to catch your flight back home or to your next destination.

We are delighted to express our gratitude for choosing us as your host for Tanzania.

We believe you have learned, enjoyed, and exchanged social tokens with our friendly team.

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch

Drinks

  • A bottle of soda, Coffee, Juice, Tea
End of this tour

2024 Rates and Prices

Valid from 1 January, 2025 to 31 December, 2025

PAX

Price per person sharing

2 People

US $2,920

3 People

US $2,920

4 People

US $2,920

5 People

US $2,920

6 People

US $2,920

2025 Rates and Prices

Valid from 1 September, 2024 to 31 December, 2024

PAX

Price per person sharing

2 People

US $2,920

3 People

US $2,920

4 People

US $2,920

5 People

US $2,920

6 People

US $2,920

Please note:

  • Prices are per person sharing (Ask a tour organizer for more price information)
  • Accommodations listed on this tours are subjected to availability, it may change depending on the time of booking
  • The price for this tour may also depends on government imposed charges. Please be in touch with the organizer of this tour at the moment of enquiring this tour.

Price Excludes

  • Additional Accommodation after Safari
  • Additional excursions
  • Alcoholic Drinks
  • Domestic Flights
  • International Flight
  • Personal Item expense
  • Pre-arrival accommodation
  • Souvenirs
  • Tips

Payment Terms

If you’re satisfied enough with the information. You can book this tour directly, remember to confirm your booking with a deposit of 40% of the total cost per person. This is required to secure bookings. For accommodation and other services which belong to third parties.

At that point, we will issue you with an invoice that includes a balance due date. We must receive the full payment not less than thirty (30) days before the departure date.

In the case of holidays booked within less than thirty (30) days of the departure date. We must receive the full cost within seven (7) working days. After sending written confirmation and invoice.
In case of non-payment of the balance by the due date. We reserve the right to cancel your booking and keep your deposit. As well as any other cancellation charges.

Before you do any payment don’t hesitate to discuss with your tour planner the best option. Your satisfaction is our happiness.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel after we send you the written confirmation and invoice, or if you fail to pay the full cost of the holiday within the specified time, you will be liable to pay cancellation charges. These are calculated according to the date when we receive written notification of cancellation or the date upon which your cancellation is treated as occurring because of non-payment. The charges are based upon a proportion of the total cost of the holiday, as on our invoice, 

Other travel advice

Travel insurance is very crucial when it comes to travel around the world, for any traveler. Getting travel insurance in Tanzania is made easy through third-party companies which are dealing specifically with evacuation in case of any emergency during your tour, we do not sell it but we will be happy to recommend reliable compressive travel insurance that covers things like emergency helicopter rescue, medical evacuations expense it will be assisted protection tour to cover personal injury, repatriation expenses, and any kind of possibility illness will be covered. Having good travel insurance guarantees peace of mind while traveling, safety comes first.

Additional Information

  • A vegetarian option is available; please let us know at the time of booking if you require it.
  • Children must be accompanied by their parents
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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