8 Days Great Wildebeest Calving Migration Safari from Arusha

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(263 reviews)

8 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

The Great Wildebeest Calving Migration Safari has been designed specifically to focus on following the Great Serengeti Wildebeest migration during calving from December to April. The areas to be covered are Lake Ndutu area, as well as the Southern and Central areas of Serengeti National Park where majority of the wildebeest are usually found. A visit to the world famous Ngorongoro Crater is part of this safari as well.

What's Included

Bottled water
Airport pickup and drop-off
All accommodation as per itinerary
Driver/guide
Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Transport by private vehicle
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

What to expect

Day 1: Arrival

You will be picked up from Kilimanjaro Airport and taken to your hotel.

Overnight: Mount Meru Hotel

Day 2: Tarangire National Park (B/L/D)

We will pick you up and proceed to Tarangire National park. This place is characterized by the large herds of elephants, tree climbing lions, and the fascinating baobab trees also called the Tree of Life. This park is especially known for Tarangire river which flows all year round.

Overnight: Luxury Tented Camp

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park (B/L/D)

Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic lake that made Ernest Hemingway exclaim "the loveliest I had seen in Africa". This offers a compact-game viewing circuit and is one of the most diverse reserves in the country. 

Overnight: Luxury Lodge

Day 4: Serengeti South- Ndutu Area (B/L/D)

After breakfast, we set off for Ndutu area situated in the Ngorongoro conservation area, which is part of the southern Serengeti eco-system. Lake Ndutu like most other rift lakes is alkaline however the water is still drinkable and consumed by a wide array of local wildlife. 

Overnight: Luxury Tented Camp

Day 5: Ndutu Area Game Drive- Serengeti Central (B/L/D)

Enjoy a full day game drive in the Ndutu area exploring a great range of various habitats such as swamps, woodland, soda lakes and the world famous Serengeti short grass plains. You will witness herds of wildebeest and zebras especially during a short time-frame from around February and lasting for about 3 weeks where majority of the wildebeest calve.

Overnight: Luxury Tented Camp

Day 6: Central Serengeti National Park (B/L/D)

Full day of game drives in the wilderness tracking the Great migration trails. Our experienced driver tour guide will provide you with interesting facts about this highly renowned event which made Tanzania the top safari destination in Africa.

Overnight: Luxury Tented Camp

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater (B/L/D)

Drive to the famous Ngorongoro Conservation area. From here, we will descend down to 600 meters into the crater to view an array of wildlife. 

Overnight: Luxury Lodge

Day 8: Mto Wa Mbu (B/L)

After breakfast, we will drive mto wa mbu for a morning cultural tour and walking safari. We will have a sumptuous local lunch as we take in the stunning views hovering us. In the afternoon, we will head back to Arusha or to the airport for your flight back home.

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Supplied by Gosheni Safaris (T) Limited

Tags

Multi-day Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
DSA non-compliant
Zombie
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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