7 Day Ngorongoro & Serengeti Safari: Wildebeest Calving Experience

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Trip Overview

This 7-day safari offers an extraordinary opportunity to witness the wildebeest calving season, a captivating period in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the Serengeti, where thousands of wildebeest give birth. The event draws a wealth of predators, providing thrilling wildlife encounters. This safari runs from late December to March, the ideal time to experience the calving spectacle.

Tour Highlights

  • Day 1 Ngorongoro Crater Drive
  • Day 2 Ngorongoro Game Drive, Transfer to Serengeti
  • Day 3 & 4 Ndutu Wildebeest Calving Experience
  • Day 5 Hot Air Balloon Ride, Game Drive to Central Serengeti
  • Day 6 Full Day in Central Serengeti
  • Day 7 Early Morning Game Drive, Departure

Itinerary

Detailed Itinerary

Start your adventure with an early pick-up from Arusha, followed by a scenic transfer to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater for an afternoon game drive, where you’ll encounter a variety of wildlife, including wildebeests, zebras, elephants, lions, hyenas, and more. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the crater floor, surrounded by some of Africa’s most breathtaking landscapes. Later, head to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation Hhando Coffee Lodge  

Meals Lunch, Dinner

After a leisurely breakfast, embark on another game drive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, exploring its diverse ecosystems and wildlife. Following a packed lunch in the park, transfer to the Serengeti National Park, famed for its abundant wildlife and the Great Migration. Upon arrival, check into your lodge for an evening of relaxation.

Accommodation Central Serengeti Tanzania Bush Camp  

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Spend two days in the Ndutu region of the southern Serengeti, where the plains come alive with thousands of newborn wildebeests. Witness the wonder of calving season as herds spread across the grasslands, with predators like lions and hyenas never far behind. Early morning game drives offer the best chance to see new births and predator activity. Return to your lodge for dinner and a comfortable night's rest.

Accommodation Ndutu Heritage Migration Camp  

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Rise before dawn for a breathtaking hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti Plains. Drift above the wildlife as the sun rises, capturing incredible aerial views of the park. After a celebratory champagne breakfast, continue with a game drive toward Central Serengeti. Look for animals gathering along the Seronera River, where you’ll have the chance to see a wide range of species up close. 

Accommodation Central Serengeti Tanzania Bush Camp  

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Explore the vast central Serengeti on a full-day game drive. Begin with an early morning drive to spot predators on the hunt, followed by more wildlife sightings throughout the day. Keep an eye out for elephants, giraffes, leopards, cheetahs, and large herds of grazing herbivores. After a picnic lunch, continue to enjoy the beauty of the open savannah before returning to your lodge.

Accommodation Central Serengeti Tanzania Bush Camp  

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Conclude your safari with an early morning game drive before breakfast. Afterward, you'll transfer back to Arusha, where you will be dropped off at the airport or your hotel, marking the end of an unforgettable 7-day calving season safari.

Meals Breakfast

Package Features

This package includes
  • Airport transfers
  • Accommodation throughout the safari
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
  • Professional safari guide/driver
  • All park fees, including Ngorongoro crater fees
  • Hot air balloon ride with champagne breakfast
  • All meals and drinking water during the safari
This package does not include
  • Flights and visas
  • Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, souvenirs)
  • Hotel accommodation before/after the safari
  • Travel insurance
  • Entry visas
  • Tips and gratuities

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7 Day Ngorongoro & Serengeti Safari: Wildebeest Calving Experience

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