7-Day Ndutu Calving Season Safari
If you have ever watched a wildebeest calf take its first steps just minutes after birth, surrounded by thousands of its kind while lions circle the edges of the herd in broad daylight, you already know why the Ndutu calving season safari is the most sought-after wildlife experience in all of Africa. If you have not yet witnessed it, this 7-day journey with Gowitos Safaris and Holidays is where that changes.
What Happens on the Ndutu Plains Between December and March
Between December and March, the short-grass plains of Ndutu and the southern Serengeti transform into the world’s greatest wildlife nursery. Around 8,000 wildebeest calves are born here every single day and within fifteen minutes of hitting the ground, each one must already be running. The herds stretch to every horizon. Lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas move through them in broad daylight, hunting at eye level just metres from your vehicle. Nothing in the natural world compares to this.
Why 7 Days Is the Only Way to Do This Safari
What makes this Ndutu calving season safari different from every 4 or 6-day alternative is time. You spend three full days on the Ndutu plains enough to track individual predator families, witness multiple hunts, photograph newborn calves at golden hour, and let the wilderness reveal itself without rushing. Combined with a full day among the elephant herds of Tarangire National Park and a descent into the extraordinary wildlife sanctuary of the Ngorongoro Crater, this is Tanzania’s northern circuit at its most raw and most dramatic.
Ndutu camps sell out months ahead of the February peak. Book your Ndutu calving season safari with Gowitos today and secure your place at the greatest show on earth.
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our friendly driver-guide will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha for a comfortable overnight stay at Arusha Planet Lodge. Relax and unwind after your journey as you prepare for your exciting safari adventure ahead.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast.
On this amazing day, you will meet your professional safari driver-guide, ready with your packed lunch boxes, and begin your exciting journey to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. As you explore the park, you will pause for a picnic lunch surrounded by breathtaking views and large herds of elephants, for which Tarangire is famously known. This park is renowned for its dense elephant population and iconic baobab trees, offering fantastic wildlife viewing opportunities. You will also witness the authentic Maasai culture blending beautifully with the natural landscape. After an unforgettable day of adventure and wildlife photography, we will transfer you to Eileen’s Tree Inn for a delicious dinner, evening relaxation, and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Eileen’s Tree Inn
Meals:All meals included
After a hearty breakfast around 8 AM, you’ll embark on a scenic 3-hour drive to the Ndutu region, departing from your lodge in Karatu. Along the way, you’ll pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where the landscape shifts from lush forests to open grasslands. On arrival, enjoy a thrilling game drive across the Ndutu plains, famous for the Great Migration, especially the calving season (Dec-April). Spot predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards.
Accommodation:Africa Safari Camps Ndutu
meals : All included.
Today is dedicated to a full-day game drive in the stunning Ndutu region, part of both the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Explore the endless plains, rich with wildlife and home to the spectacular Great Migration. Depending on the season, witness thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles, along with predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush as you continue searching for amazing wildlife sightings.
Accommodation: Africa Safari Camps
meals : All included
After breakfast, you will depart from the Ndutu region and begin your journey towards the heart of Serengeti National Park, the famous Central Serengeti. As you drive through the endless plains, enjoy an en-route game drive, spotting diverse wildlife along the way. The Serengeti is renowned for its dense predator population and year-round wildlife viewing opportunities. Expect to see lions, leopards, elephants, and large herds of herbivores. During the migration season, the plains come alive with thousands of wildebeest and zebras. After an exciting day of exploration and photography, you’ll head to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay in the Central Serengeti.
Accommodation:Land of Nature Camps
Meals:All meals included
Today you will enjoy a full-day game drive in the world-famous Serengeti National Park, known for its incredible wildlife viewing and the Big Five. Explore the endless savannah plains, searching for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and more. Depending on the season, you may witness massive herds of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Serengeti. Capture stunning photos of Africa’s iconic wildlife in its natural habitat. After an adventurous day, return to your Camp for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation:Land of Nature Camps
Meals:All meals included
After an early breakfast, you will leave the Serengeti Plains and drive towards the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, enjoying a final game drive along the way. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s best wildlife viewing destinations. Here, you’ll have the chance to spot the Big Five, including the rare black rhino, lions, elephants, and buffalos. Enjoy your picnic lunch at a scenic spot near the hippo pool. After an exciting safari adventure, you will ascend from the crater and start your journey back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening.
Accommodations:Four points Hotel
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast
Today marks the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari adventure. After breakfast at your lodge in Arusha, depending on your flight schedule, you may have some free time for last-minute shopping or simply relaxing. Our driver-guide will then transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward journey back home or to your next destination. We hope you leave with amazing memories of the wildlife safaris, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural experiences that Tanzania offers. Safe travels and we look forward to welcoming you again for another adventure.
PRICING PER PERSON
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2 Pax:3,484 USD
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4 Pax: 3,087 USD
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5 Pax: 2,968 USD
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6 Pax: 2,895 USD
