6-Day Calving & Carnivores Safari in Southern Serengeti
6-Day Calving & Carnivores Safari in Southern Serengeti
From $2,237.00 USD* / Start: Arusha (Day 1) / 6 days
Experience an extraordinary 6-Day Calving & Carnivores Safari in Southern Serengeti, an unforgettable wildlife adventure focused on the spectacular wildebeest calving season and Africa’s magnificent predators.
This safari takes you to the southern plains of Serengeti National Park, particularly the Ndutu region, renowned for hosting the Great Wildebeest Migration during the calving season, typically from January to March.
Witness thousands of wildebeest giving birth across the open grasslands, creating one of nature’s most remarkable wildlife spectacles. This incredible abundance of newborn calves also attracts predators, offering exciting opportunities to observe lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas displaying their natural hunting behaviours.
Enjoy thrilling morning and afternoon game drives across the expansive plains, accompanied by an experienced professional safari guide who will help you discover the region’s incredible wildlife and ecosystems.
Beyond the migration, Southern Serengeti offers beautiful landscapes featuring open savannahs, seasonal lakes, woodlands, and rocky outcrops. You may also encounter zebras, gazelles, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and numerous bird species.
The Ndutu region provides particularly rewarding photographic opportunities, with dramatic predator-prey interactions, spectacular African sunsets, and vast herds stretching across the horizon.
Throughout your 6-Day Calving & Carnivores Safari, enjoy comfortable safari accommodation, delicious meals, professional guiding services, and memorable wildlife encounters in one of Africa’s most celebrated ecosystems.
Whether you are a passionate wildlife photographer, nature enthusiast, or safari lover, this adventure offers an exceptional opportunity to witness the circle of life in action.
Discover the magic of Southern Serengeti and experience the Great Migration at one of its most exciting stages.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
- Day 2: Tarangire National Park – Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)
- Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)
- Day 4: Southern Serengeti – Central Serengeti National Park
- Day 5: Central Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands
- Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Day 1
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast in Arusha, you will meet your professional safari guide and begin your journey to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a comfortable drive through the beautiful countryside of Tanzania as you make your way to the park.
Upon arrival, you will begin your first exciting game drive in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof. You will explore the park’s open grasslands, beautiful landscapes, ancient baobab trees, and areas surrounding the Tarangire River. Your guide will help you discover the park and enjoy excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography.
You will have a picnic lunch during the safari before continuing with your afternoon game drive. Later in the day, you will leave the park and transfer to your accommodation for dinner and relaxation.
Activities:
Accommodations:
- Platinum Ang'ata Tarangire Camp
Day 2
Tarangire National Park – Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)
After breakfast, you will leave Tarangire and continue your Tanzania Safari Trips adventure towards the Ndutu region in the Southern Serengeti ecosystem.
Your journey will take you through beautiful parts of Tanzania, including the Great Rift Valley and the Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, you will enjoy scenic views of open countryside, traditional villages, green hills, and wide landscapes.
As you approach Ndutu, the scenery changes into beautiful open plains and short grasslands. This area is famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration calving season, when thousands of wildebeests gather to give birth to their young.
After arriving in Ndutu, you will enjoy your first game drive in the area. Your guide will take you through different sections of the plains, allowing you to explore the natural surroundings and enjoy the safari experience.
Later, you will drive to your tented camp for dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay.
Activities:
Accommodations:
- Platinum Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp
Day 3
Full-Day Game Drive in Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)
After breakfast, prepare for a full day of exploring the beautiful Ndutu plains. Today is dedicated to discovering the Southern Serengeti ecosystem and experiencing the famous wildebeest calving season.
You will spend the day exploring the open grasslands, seasonal lakes, acacia woodlands, and beautiful countryside. Your professional guide will take you through different areas of Ndutu, giving you enough time to enjoy the surroundings and observe the natural wildlife activities.
The calving season offers a special safari experience, as thousands of wildebeests gather in the area to give birth. You may witness newborn calves taking their first steps, mothers caring for their young, and the daily movement of large herds across the plains.
You will enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing with your afternoon game drive. There will also be opportunities to take photographs, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and appreciate the beauty of the Serengeti.
In the late afternoon, you will return to your camp for dinner and relaxation.
Accommodations:
- Platinum Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp
Day 4
Southern Serengeti – Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will enjoy a final morning game drive in the Southern Serengeti before continuing your journey towards Central Serengeti, also known as the Seronera region.
During the morning safari, you will have more time to explore the Ndutu plains and enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings before leaving the area.
You will then drive towards Central Serengeti, passing through different landscapes and enjoying the changing scenery along the way. Central Serengeti is famous for its wide savannah plains, rocky hills called kopjes, and beautiful natural surroundings.
Upon arrival, you will continue with an afternoon game drive. Your guide will take you through different sections of the park, allowing you to explore the area and enjoy more wildlife viewing opportunities.
Later in the afternoon, you will proceed to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
Activities:
Accommodations:
- Platinum The African Kongoni Serengeti Safari Camp
Day 5
Central Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands
After breakfast, you will enjoy a morning game drive in Central Serengeti. This is a wonderful opportunity to explore more of the park and enjoy the peaceful beauty of the Serengeti plains.
You will travel through the open grasslands, rocky kopjes, and different natural habitats while enjoying the guidance of your professional safari guide. There will be time to stop at suitable locations for photography and to appreciate the beautiful scenery.
After your morning safari, you will begin your journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you will enjoy a change in scenery as the open Serengeti plains give way to green hills, highlands, and cooler surroundings.
Upon arrival near the Ngorongoro Crater rim, you will check in at Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp. Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing, enjoying the natural surroundings, and preparing for your crater adventure the following day.
Activities:
Accommodations:
- Platinum Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After an early breakfast, you will depart for the famous Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting safari experience.
You will descend into the crater in your 4×4 safari vehicle and begin your half-day game drive across this beautiful natural landscape. The crater offers a unique safari experience, with open grasslands, small lakes, forests, and different natural habitats within its large volcanic walls.
During your game drive, your guide will take you around the crater floor, stopping at suitable places to enjoy wildlife viewing, sightseeing, and photography.
You will enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated location inside the crater before continuing with your final safari activities.
After completing your crater adventure, you will drive back up to the crater rim and begin your journey to Arusha. Enjoy the beautiful countryside views along the way as you reflect on your memorable six-day Tanzania Safari Trips experience.
Upon arrival in Arusha, your safari will come to an end.
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