5-Day Ndutu Migration Calving Safari from Zanzibar

Zanzibar - Arusha - Tarangire National Park

Day 1Zanzibar - Arusha - Tarangire National Park Zanzibar - Arusha - Tarangire National Park Your journey begins with a morning flight from Zanzibar to Arusha, where your private guide greets you and takes you for a relaxing breakfast at Forest Hill Hotel. Afterward, you’ll set off toward Tarangire National Park, driving through scenic landscapes before entering the park’s golden plains. Known for its baobab trees and large elephant herds, Tarangire offers your first taste of Tanzania’s incredible wildlife before continuing to your lodge for a restful evening. Main Destination: Tarangire National Park Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River) High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors) Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Tarangire NP ElephantAbundant GiraffeCommon LionCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant Show more HippoCommon HyenaOccasional LeopardRare CheetahRare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone Accommodation: Mvuli Lodge Ngorongoro Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Karatu - Serengeti through Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Day 2Karatu - Serengeti through Ngorongoro Conservation Area Karatu - Serengeti through Ngorongoro Conservation Area After breakfast, you'll drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands, passing Maasai villages and scenic farmland before descending into the vast plains of the Central Serengeti. The landscape opens into classic savannah, home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of wildebeest and zebra. Enjoy game viewing along the way, then continue with an afternoon drive before settling into your luxury tented camp for a peaceful night in the wild. Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times) High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded) Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall) Wildlife in Serengeti NP ElephantCommon LionCommon CheetahCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant Show more GiraffeCommon HippoCommon HyenaCommon LeopardOccasional Black RhinoVery Rare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Accommodation: Tukaone Hembe Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP +13 Photos +12 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Central Serengeti National Park - Ndutu

Day 3Central Serengeti National Park - Ndutu Central Serengeti National Park - Ndutu Wake up to the sounds of the Serengeti. If you wish, begin the morning with a hot-air balloon safari (optional acitivity), drifting quietly above the plains as the sunrise lights up the horizon. After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed game drive toward the Ndutu region — the heart of the Great Migration’s calving season (Jan–March). This is where thousands of wildebeest give birth, attracting predators such as lions, hyenas, and cheetahs. In the evening, settle into your intimate migrational camp, perfectly placed for close encounters with this remarkable wildlife drama. Main Destination: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP) Accommodation: Safari Haven Migration Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP +12 Photos +11 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Ndutu (Full Day)

Day 4Ndutu (Full Day) Ndutu (Full Day) Start your day with an early morning game drive across the Ndutu plains, where wildebeest herds, newborn calves, and predators create unforgettable wildlife action. After breakfast at camp, continue exploring the marshes, woodlands, and open plains—prime areas for lions, cheetahs, hyenas, elephants, and big photographic moments. Enjoy a relaxed lunch at camp before heading out again for an afternoon game drive, following the migration herds as they graze and move across the southern Serengeti. Return to camp at sunset for dinner and a peaceful night in the wilderness. Main Destination: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP) Accommodation: Safari Haven Migration Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Ndutu - Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha - Zanzibar

Day 5Ndutu - Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha - Zanzibar Ndutu - Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha - Zanzibar Start the day with an early morning game drive in Ndutu, where you may spot predators on the prowl and witness the calves of the Great Migration taking their first steps. Enjoy the crisp morning air and the stunning savannah landscapes as wildlife comes alive at dawn. After the drive, depart southwards toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, pause at scenic viewpoints overlooking the crater and take in the breathtaking panoramas of the crater rim and surrounding landscapes. Continue descending to Arusha, with optional stops for refreshments or a brief lunch. Upon arrival, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight back to Zanzibar. This marks the end of your immersive safari, leaving you with memories of dramatic landscapes, abundant wildlife, and unforgettable moments in Tanzania. Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best) High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds) Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none) Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater Black RhinoCommon LionCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant HyenaAbundant Show more ElephantCommon HippoCommon LeopardOccasional GiraffeNone White RhinoNone CheetahNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor