12 Days Tanzania Calving Season Safari with Hot Air Balloon & Walking Tour

12 Days
From $4,900/Person
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Tanzania Classic Tours invites you on a 12 Days Tanzania Calving Season Safari with Hot Air Balloon & Walking Tour safari adventure through Arusha, Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, featuring a hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti and a guided walking tour in the Arusha national park. Witness the Great Migration’s calving season, thrilling predator encounters, diverse landscapes with cultural experience while enjoying an unforgettable mix of game drives and immersive experiences.

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Day 1

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Arrival and Relaxation

International Airport (JRO), you will be met outside customs area by your driver guide and greet you with a big smile Jambo- hello the guide takes you straight to your hotel in Arusha, where you can relax and experience African atmosphere. That evening you will meet your Safari guide who will brief you on your Tanzania safari. The next day your safari guide takes you on private safari vehicle for amazing safari journey in northern Tanzania.

Bed and Breakfast

Arusha Kibo palace hotel

Day 2

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TBA

Arusha National Park

After breakfast, you depart for Arusha National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic and diverse national parks, the park is famous for its lush forests, open savannah, Momella Lakes, and spectacular views of Mount Meru you enjoy amazing a guided walking safari accompanied by an armed ranger, offering a unique opportunity to explore the wilderness on foot while observing giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, warthogs, and a variety of bird species at close range, continue with a game drive through the park where you may spot colobus monkeys, flamingos, hippos, and other wildlife.

Bed and Breakfast

Arusha Kibo Palace Hotel

Day 3

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TBA

Tarangire National Park

After an early breakfast, you will meet timeously by your expert safari guide at your hotel. Thereafter you will start your journey to Tarangire National Park for a full day of game viewing. The Park is rich with ancient giant baobab trees, also known as the ‘’Tree of life’’, which covers most of the landscape of the park, The Tarangire National Park has the largest concentration of elephant which you can see bathing in the Tarangire river, as well as giraffes, monkey, impala, and many birds. It is also one of the most beautiful places to see lion & leopard.

Full Board

Marera Valley Lodge

Day 4

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TBA

Ndutu

After breakfast, you drive toward the Ndutu region located within the southern plains of Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This region is famous for the Great Migration calving season, when thousands of wildebeests gather on the fertile plains. Upon arrival you will enjoy an afternoon game drive where you may witness large herds of wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, cheetahs, lions, and hyenas roaming the open savannah.

Full Board

Malaika migration Tented camp

Day 5

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TBA

Ndutu

Today you spend the day for exploring the wildlife-rich Ndutu plains with extensive game drives around Lake Ndutu and surrounding areas, you may witness dramatic predator-prey interactions and newborn wildebeest calves during the migration period and this region supports abundant wildlife including lions, cheetahs, elephants, jackals, hyenas, and numerous bird species. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your safari and experience the magical sunset in savannah.

Full Board

Malaika Migration Tented Camp

Day 6

Distance:

TBA

Ndutu

After breakfast, you will enjoy morning game drive in Ndutu before driving toward Central Serengeti National Park, known for its year-round wildlife concentrations and exceptional predator sightings. En route, experience game viewing across the endless Serengeti plains where sightings may include elephants, giraffes, lions, cheetahs, and large herbivore herds.

Full Board

Serengeti Sound of Nature tented camp

Day 7

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TBA

Serengeti National Park

Today you experience full day of game drives in Central Serengeti at the seronera Valley, with its permanent water sources, attracts an incredible concentration of wildlife throughout the year. Search for the African Big Five as well as cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, and countless antelope species. The dramatic landscapes of open plains, kopjes, and riverine forests provide outstanding photographic opportunities and unforgettable safari moments you will enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your exploration until sunset.

Full Board

Serengeti Sound of Nature Tented Camp

Day 8

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TBA

Balloons safari in Serengeti National Park

Rise early for a breathtaking hot air balloon safari over the plains of Serengeti National Park, the sun rises over the African savannah, enjoy panoramic aerial views of wildlife and the endless Serengeti landscape. After landing an hour you celebrate the experience with a champagne bush breakfast in the wilderness before continuing with a game drive in Central Serengeti. Spend the remainder of the day exploring the rich wildlife habitats and searching for predators and migrating herds.

Full Board

Serengeti sound of Nature tented camp

Day 9

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TBA

Ngorongoro Crater

start sunrise game drive from Serengeti toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area with picnic lunch. Enjoy the stunning landscapes of the Serengeti with early morning light illuminating the vast plain and providing opportunity to spot wildlife in the way. Upon arrival Ngorongoro Conservation Area you start to descend into the Crater for a spectacular game drive. The Crater is home to the endangered species like black rhino and you can spot lions, buffaloes, hippos, and many bird species afternoon you ascent from the crater and drive to Karatu region a charming town situated near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and surrounded by rolling hills and coffee plantations.

Full Board

Marera valley Lodge

Day 10

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TBA

Lake Manyara National park

Early morning departure to Lake Manyara National Park takes 45-minute, Game drive through groundwater forest, open savannah, and lake shores, Spot tree-climbing lions, flamingos, hippos, and baboons and enjoy Picnic lunch inside the park and continue a day game drive before returning to your lodge for relaxation.

Full Board

Marera valley lodge

Day 11

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TBA

Amazing village tour at Mto wa mbu

After breakfast, you visit Mto wa Mbu for an authentic cultural village tour, this vibrant village is home to more than 120 ethnic groups, making it one of Tanzania’s most culturally diverse communities and during the tour you may explore local farms, banana plantations, traditional homes, local markets, and artisan workshops while learning about the daily lifestyle, traditions, and cultural heritage of the local people. You may also enjoy tasting traditional Tanzanian food and interacting with community members for a deeper cultural experience, After the village tour, drive back to Arusha.

Bed and Breakfast

Arusha Kibo Palace Hotel

Day 12

Distance:

TBA

Departure

On your last day in Tanzania, your driver will pick you up from your hotel, then you will be transported on time to the airport where we will wish you a safe journey and good luck.

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INCLUDES

Transport -airport pick up and trop
All park fees -entry fees, transit and concession fees.
All Meals during safaris.
Comfortable vehicle for game viewing 4x4 with pop roof
Mineral water on board safari vehicle.
Accommodations.
Professional safari guide.
Amazing Balloons safari
Walking safari close with nature
Armed Ranger

Excludes

International Flight
Passport and Visa
Tip for safari guide
Personal Items like camera
Alcoholic Beverage

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Our journeys are thoughtfully designed to deliver premium experiences while maintaining strong value for money. 

Accommodation & Stays

Carefully selected lodges, camps, and hotels that combine comfort, quality service, and prime locations to enhance your overall travel experience.

MALAIKA MIGRATION CAMP

Malaika Migration Camp follows the herds through the Serengeti, offering elegant mobile stays that keep guests close to the movement, drama, and beauty of the wild. Warm hospitality, comfortable canvas tents, and two seasonal bases create a safari experience shaped by the natural rhythm of migration.
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Marera Valley Lodge

Marera Valley Lodge is located on the outskirts of Karatu town about midway between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater. We look forward to your visit when we can offer you true Tanzanian hospitality and a warm welcome
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Kibo Palace Hotel

Named after the highest peak of Africa’s highest mountain – Mt Kilimanjaro, Kibo Palace Hotel is one of Arusha’s most exciting and innovative luxury hotels. Contemporary, conductive, and unconventional, a luxury hotel with a new attitude. The hotel is strategically located 45 minutes drive from Kilimanjaro Airport and a 10-minute walk to the central business district. Banking and hospital facilities are all within 50 meters radius of the hotel. The architectural design gives the hotel an authentic character of its own
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Serengeti Sound of Nature Luxury Camp

Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, our camp offers an extraordinary escape into the heart of Africa’s untamed beauty. From the moment you step foot into our camp, you will be transported into a realm where the wonders of the natural world come alive
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