Wildebeest Migration Safari Calving Season (December to March)
Tour Overview
Experience a 6-day Northern Tanzania safari starting with an arrival in Arusha, known as the “Geneva of Africa” Witness the calving season in Ndutu and enjoy full-day game drives. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for stunning views and rich wildlife. Conclude your safari with a visit to Lake Manyara National Park, known for tree-climbing lions and flamingos, before returning to Arusha and departing from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
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Itinerary |
Lodge | Camp | Hotel |
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1 |
Arusha |
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2 |
Tarangire |
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3 |
Serengeti |
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4 |
Serengeti |
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5 |
Ngorongoro |
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6 |
Manyara |
No Accommodation |
Itinerary Highlights
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FULL ITINERARY
Pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). After clearance and immigration formalities meet and transfer to Arusha. Arusha, known as the "Geneva of Africa," is the gateway to the northern safari circuit and offers a vibrant blend of cultures and landscapes. Overnight at The African Tulip Hotel
After breakfast with picnic lunch, commence your safari and drive to Tarangire National Park Enjoy afternoon game drive in Tarangire National Park famous for its large elephant herds and baobab trees, Tarangire is a birdwatcher’s paradise with over 500 bird species. The park is also home to lions, leopards, cheetahs, and various ungulates. Dinner and overnight at Acacia Farm Lodge
After breakfast Drive to Serengeti National Park with a game drive en route arrive for lunch at Serengeti Heritage Camp Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park renowned for its endless plains, which is the backdrop for the Great Migration where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move in search of greener pastures. The park also offers opportunities to see the Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, and buffaloes. Overnight at Serengeti Heritage Camp
After breakfast Enjoy full-day game drives in the Serengeti National Park Witness the calving season in Ndutu, where thousands of wildebeest calves are born, attracting numerous predators. Overnight at Serengeti Heritage Camp
After breakfast Drive to Ngorongoro with a picnic lunch, and descend the crater floor for a half-day crater tour Enjoy stunning views of the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the world’s largest volcanic calderas. Overnight at Eileen's Trees Inn
Breakfast at the lodge Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, Lake Manyara is famous for its tree-climbing lions, large flocks of flamingos, and diverse ecosystems ranging from groundwater forests to alkaline soda lakes. Enjoy a final game drive before heading back to Arusha for lunch at Arusha Coffee Lodge After lunch transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight
- All park entry fees and government taxes.
- Full board accommodation as specified.
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing.
- Services of a professional English/Spanish/French-speaking guide/driver.
- Bottled water during game drives.
- International flights.
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance.
- Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) not mentioned.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
- Optional activities and excursions.
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- All park entry fees
- Full board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) as specified
- All game drives in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
- Services of a professional English-speaking guide/driver
- Drinking water while on safari
- Government taxes and levies
- International and domestic flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Tips and gratuities for the guide/driver and camp staff
- Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, additional drinks)
- Optional activities (e.g., Maasai village visit)
