Overview
Witness one of nature’s most extraordinary wildlife spectacles on this 6 Days Calving Season Wildebeest Migration Safari in Tanzania. Taking place between December and March, the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu region become the stage for the birth of thousands of wildebeest calves — attracting intense predator action and unforgettable safari moments.
This itinerary combines Ndutu, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater for the ultimate calving season safari experience.
Best Time: December – March
Main Location: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti Ecosystem)
Safari Style: Private Guided Wildlife Safari
Day by Day Itinerary
DAY 1 | Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha City
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.
Relax and prepare for the adventure ahead in Tanzania’s safari gateway city.
Accommodation: Lodge / Hotel in Arusha
Meals: Dinner (depending on arrival time)
DAY 2 | Arusha → Ndutu (Southern Serengeti)
After breakfast, depart for the Ndutu region, located within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Southern Serengeti ecosystem.
During calving season, this region becomes home to:
Over 500,000 wildebeest
Thousands of newborn calves
High predator concentration (lions, cheetahs, hyenas)
Enjoy game viewing en route and arrive in Ndutu for afternoon wildlife exploration.
Distance: Approx. 260–280 km
Game Viewing: 6–7 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Ndutu Tented Camp / Lodge
DAY 3 | Full-Day in Ndutu – Calving Season Action
Spend a full day exploring the wildlife-rich plains of Ndutu.
Calving season offers:
Thousands of wildebeest births daily
Dramatic predator-prey interactions
Cheetah hunts in open plains
Lion prides following herds
Hyenas and jackals around calving areas
The open landscape makes it one of the best locations in Africa for predator photography.
Enjoy picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon game drive.
Game Viewing: 6–8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Ndutu Tented Camp / Lodge
DAY 4 | Ndutu → Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, proceed to Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations.
Enjoy a game drive as you enter the central Serengeti region (Seronera), famous for year-round predator sightings and abundant wildlife.
Spot:
Leopards along riverbanks
Elephant herds
Giraffes, zebras, buffalo
Cheetahs on the plains
Dinner and overnight at your Serengeti lodge or camp.
Distance: Approx. 100–150 km
Game Viewing: 6–7 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti Lodge / Tented Camp
DAY 5 | Serengeti → Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before heading toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Arrive at the crater rim in the afternoon, where stunning panoramic views await. Relax and prepare for the crater safari the next day.
Distance: Approx. 145 km
Game Viewing: 5–6 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge in Ngorongoro / Karatu
DAY 6 | Ngorongoro Crater – Kilimanjaro Airport
After an early breakfast, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best locations in Africa to see the Big Five.
Enjoy a half-day crater floor game drive, spotting:
Black rhino
Lions and hyenas
Large hippo pods
Flamingos at the soda lake
After lunch, drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for departure.
Distance: Approx. 180 km
Game Viewing: 5–6 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch