7 Day Ndutu Migration Safari (Calving Season)

Itinerary overview

This 7-day Ndutu Migration Safari during the Calving Season takes you to Tanzania’s top destinations: Ndutu (2 nights), Central Serengeti (1 night), Ngorongoro Crater (1 night), and Arusha (2 nights). Starting and ending in Arusha, you’ll be guided by experienced drivers for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Based on recent trends, the best time to witness the migration in the Ndutu region is from late December to March, making this tour ideal for travel between mid-December and March. You’ll enjoy comfortable private safari vehicles and stay at mid-range lodges and tented camps.
Best Time to Visit: Mid-December to March
 

7 Day Ndutu Migration Safari (Calving Season)

Tour Highlights:

Landscape, Private Safari and Great Migration Safari 

PLACE TO VIST

  • Southern Serengeti ( Ndutu Area ) Start
    Central Serengeti
    Ngorongoro Crater ( End )

DURATION : 7 DAY

Itinerary in Details:

 

Day 1: Arrival at the Airport

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), your private driver guide will meet you and transfer you to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: Arusha to Southern Serengeti (Ndutu Area)

Depart Arusha at 8 AM for a 6-hour drive to Ndutu, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon arrival, enjoy a half-day game drive with a picnic lunch. The Ndutu region is a prime location for witnessing the Great Migration during calving season.
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp Ndutu
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Southern Serengeti (Full Day)

Enjoy a full day of game viewing in Ndutu, with a choice of early morning or afternoon game drives.
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp Ndutu
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Southern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

After breakfast, embark on a morning game drive in Ndutu, then depart for the Serengeti National Park. Experience the vast plains and abundant wildlife, including the “Big 5”.
Accommodation: Embalakai Authentic Tented Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You can opt for an additional Maasai village tour or crater rim hike.
Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a 5-hour game drive. After a picnic lunch, ascend back to the rim and drive to Arusha for the evening.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Airport Transfer

Enjoy a final breakfast before being transferred to the airport for your onward journey.
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Note: This 7-day migration safari can be customized based on your preferences.

 

What’s included

• All activities (unless labeled as optional).
• All accommodation as stated in the itinerary.
• A professional driver/guide.
• All transportation (unless labeled as optional).
• All park fees
• All Taxes/VAT.
• All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section).
• Drinking water & Soft drinks on all days.
• First Aid Kit Box
• AMREF Flying Doctor ( Insurance )

What’s Excluded

• International & Domestic Flights
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour.
• Tips
• Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.).
• Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees.
• Services not mentioned in the program.

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Best Time to Visit Tanzania

Tanzania is a year-round destination, but the best time to visit depends on your activities.

For wildlife safaris, the dry seasons from June to October offer excellent game viewing, including the Great Migration in the Serengeti.

January to February is ideal for witnessing the calving season. For Mount Kilimanjaro treks, the best conditions are from January to March and June to October.

Beach lovers visiting Zanzibar will enjoy the dry months of December to February and June to October.

How to Get a Tanzania Visa

Obtaining a Tanzania visa is simple and convenient. You can apply online via the Tanzania eVisa Portal, at a Tanzanian embassy, or on arrival at major entry points such as airports and border crossings.

Requirements typically include a valid passport with at least six months’ validity, a completed application form, and payment of the visa fee.

A single-entry tourist visa costs $50 for most nationalities, while US citizens pay $100 for a multiple-entry visa.

The eVisa process usually takes about 10 business days for approval.

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