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4 Day Ndutu Calving Season Safari- Fly in

4 Days
From $1,698/Person
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Join Tanzania Classic Tours for an incredible 4-day fly-in safari to the southern plains of Serengeti National Park, where the Great Migration gathers during the calving season. This short yet powerful itinerary places you right in the Ndutu region, one of the best locations to witness thousands of wildebeest giving birth and the intense predator activity that follows. With convenient flights and extended time in the field, this safari maximizes your wildlife viewing opportunities

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Day 1

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Fly to Southern Serengeti and Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, transfer to the airport in Arusha or Zanzibar for your scheduled flight to the Ndutu airstrip in Southern Serengeti. Upon arrival, your Tanzania Classic Tours professional safari guide will welcome you and begin a game drive en route to camp. The Ndutu plains are already rich with wildlife, and you may spot large herds of wildebeests and zebras shortly after landing. After check-in and lunch (depending on arrival time), head out for an afternoon game drive, where you may witness predators such as lions and cheetahs drawn by the abundance of prey.

Full Board

Lake Masek Tented Camp

Day 2

Distance:

TBA

Full Day Game Drive in Southern Serengeti

After an early breakfast, depart for a full day exploring the Ndutu region with your Tanzania Classic Tours professional safari guide. This is the peak calving season, where thousands of wildebeests give birth across the open plains. The presence of newborns attracts predators, making it one of the most action-packed wildlife periods in Africa. You will enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush, allowing you to stay out the entire day tracking herds and observing animal interactions. Expect to see wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, lions, hyenas, and possibly cheetahs hunting in the open plains.

Full Board

Lake Masek Tented Camp

Day 3

Distance:

TBA

Final Game Drive

Spend another full day in the Ndutu area, giving you more time to explore different sections of the southern Serengeti National Park. With your Tanzania Classic Tours professional safari guide, you will visit various habitats including open plains, acacia woodlands, and seasonal lakes. Early morning and late afternoon are the best times for predator activity, offering excellent opportunities for photography and close wildlife encounters. You may also witness interactions between mothers and newborn calves across the plains.

Full Board

Lake Masek Tented Camp

Day 4

Distance:

TBA

Ngorongoro Crater and Departure

After an early breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the crater for a half-day game drive in this unique ecosystem, home to a dense concentration of wildlife including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and the rare black rhinoceros. Enjoy a picnic lunch near a hippo pool before ascending the crater. Later, proceed to Arusha or transfer to the airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable calving season safari.

Breakfast and Lunch

TBA

INCLUDES

Airport Transfers
Flight from Zanzibar or Arusha to Southern Serengeti
Meals and Accommodation as per itinerary
All Park Fees
Concession Fees
Crater Fees
4x4 Pop Up roof Toyota Landcruiser
A professional English Speaking Driver Guide
Unlimited Game Drives
Government Taxes and VAT

Excludes

Additionally Activities
Personal Expenses
Tips- 20 USD PP

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Accommodation & Stays

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

Lake Masek Tented Lodge

From the private terrace of your tent you will be able to observe the wildlife in the area. Many animals frequent the lake in search of water, so this camp is a prime viewing spot. This area is also the main site of the Great Migration between December and April, and the Big Five frequent the area. The camp is set up in a different part of the area each year, to ensure that from your own tent you will always have the best vantage point for this awe-inspiring spectacle. The camp is also environmentally friendly, without compromising on comfort and attention to detail. Electricity is generated by solar panels and rainwater is collected. All products used are biodegradable.
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East Africa Road, Kiserian, Arusha -  Tanzania
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