3-Day Ndutu Safari: Experience the Calving Season (December–March)

3-Day Ndutu Safari: Experience the Calving Season (December–March)

During this three-day safari, you will explore Tarangire, the Ngorongoro Crater, and the Ndutu area. Along the way, expect to see large herds of wildebeest and zebras, as well as ostriches, impalas, giraffes, and a variety of bird species. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to hippos, rhinos, and buffalo, while Ndutu is renowned for the calving season of the Great Migration, when thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles give birth.

Itinerary Summary

Day 1
Tarangire National Park
Day 2
Ndutu
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater

Price Rates

2 persons
4 persons
6+ persons
$1600.00
$1500.00
$1350.00

Plan My Trip

Tour
  • STEP 1
  • STEP 2
Day 1
Tarangire National Park

Your safari begins with a pickup from your hotel in Arusha, followed by a visit to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy an exciting game drive with opportunities to spot lions, zebras, giraffes, and a wide variety of bird species. After a day of adventure, relax with dinner and spend the night in comfortable accommodations, perfectly preparing you for the journey ahead.

Meals Plan:

Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Farm Of Dream Lodge

Day 2
Ndutu

Today starts with an early morning game drive in the Ndutu area, famous for the wildebeest calving season in February and March. Your guide will follow the trails of the Great Migration, and with a bit of luck, you may witness wildebeest giving birth—a truly unforgettable experience.

The high concentration of animals also attracts predators such as lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and leopards, providing thrilling wildlife encounters. You may even choose to enjoy lunch surrounded by the migrating herds. The day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay at your camp.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Ndutu Heritage Camp

Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater

This morning, you’ll journey to the Ngorongoro Crater, a breathtaking wildlife sanctuary. Spend the day exploring the crater floor, home to a remarkable variety of animals, birds, and plants. With much of the wildlife concentrated within the crater walls, game viewing is exceptional—spotting rhinos, lions, and cheetahs is common. In the late afternoon, you’ll drive back to Arusha and be dropped off at your hotel, concluding your unforgettable safari experience.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch

Included

Accommodation in lodges/camps as per the itinerary

All meals as specified (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game drives

Services of a professional English-speaking guide/driver

Park entrance fees and government taxes

Bottled water during game drives

Excluded

International and domestic flights to/from Tanzania

Travel insurance

Visa fees

Personal items (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls)

Alcoholic beverages (unless specified)

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