5 Days / 4 Nights Ndutu & Ngorongoro Crater Safari (Best from Mid-December to Mid-March – The Calving Season)
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Experience the wonders of the Southern Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater during the most dramatic time of year the Calving Season. Between December and March, the vast plains of Ndutu come alive with newborn wildebeest, playful calves, and incredible predator action. This exclusive safari offers an extraordinary opportunity to witness the circle of life in its purest form, guided by Safari Box Adventures’ expert driver-guides
Day 1
DAY 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport – Transfer to ArushaUpon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, guests will be warmly welcomed by a professional Safari Box Adventures driver-guide. After a short safari briefing, they will be transferred to Arusha, Tanzania’s safari capital.
Guests will check in at a comfortable city hotel a peaceful setting to relax and recover from the international flight, preparing for the adventures ahead.
Accommodation: Hotel in Arusha Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast Highlight: Begin your Tanzanian journey with a relaxing evening in Arusha, surrounded by views of Mount Meru and the sounds of Africa
Day 2
DAY 2: Arusha – Drive to Ndutu Area (Southern Serengeti)After an early breakfast, guests will be collected from the hotel by their Safari Box Adventures guide and begin the journey toward Ndutu, part of the Southern Serengeti ecosystem.
The scenic drive (approximately 6–7 hours) passes through the Great Rift Valley, the Maasai plains, and the Ngorongoro highlands, before descending into the open grasslands of Ndutu one of the most wildlife-rich regions of Tanzania.
Upon arrival, guests will enjoy an afternoon game drive en route to the camp. In the evening, dinner will be served under a starlit sky as the sounds of the wilderness fill the air.
Accommodation: Safari Tented Camp – Ndutu Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Highlight: Watch the landscapes shift from lush highlands to the golden plains of Ndutu where the Great Migration gathers
Day 3
DAY 3: Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Overnight in NdutuAfter an early breakfast, guests will depart for a full-day exploration of the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The crater floor hosts over 25,000 animals, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, hippos, and the rare black rhinoceros. Guests will enjoy game viewing across lush grasslands and along the shores of Lake Magadi, often dotted with flamingos and pelicans. In the late afternoon, guests will ascend the crater rim and drive back to Ndutu for dinner and overnight rest. Accommodation: Safari Tented Camp – Ndutu Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Highlight: Discover the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, home to a concentration of wildlife found nowhere else on Earth
Day 4
DAY 4: Ndutu Area – Full-Day Game DriveAfter breakfast, guests will embark on a full-day game drive in the Ndutu region, an extraordinary wildlife haven especially during the Calving Season. From mid-December to mid-March, the area becomes the heart of the Great Migration, as more than half a million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles give birth to their young. The abundance of newborns attracts predators such as lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and leopards, resulting in some of the most intense wildlife interactions in Africa.
The open plains and acacia woodlands offer spectacular game-viewing opportunities, while a late-afternoon sundownerat camp provides the perfect way to end the day as the golden sun sets over the endless Serengeti horizon. Accommodation: Safari Tented Camp – Ndutu Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Highlight: Witness the breathtaking Great Migration Calving Season one of nature’s most powerful and emotional spectacles.
Day 5
DAY 5: Ndutu – Drive Back to Arusha – DepartureAfter breakfast and a relaxed morning, guests will depart for the drive back to Arusha, enjoying scenic views along the way.
Upon arrival, they will be transferred either to Kilimanjaro International Airport for their onward flight or to their preferred hotel in Arusha (if applicable).
This marks the end of an unforgettable safari filled with awe-inspiring wildlife encounters and the beauty of Tanzania’s southern plains.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch End of Safari leaving you with unforgettable memories of the Great Migration and the timeless beauty of Ngorongoro.
Package Price Per Person (USD)
Number of Guests Price Per Person
(USD) 2 Guests $2,281.40
3 Guests $2,000.40
4 Guests $1,970.40
5 Guests $1,951.40
6 Guests $1,915.00
Why Choose This Safari:
* Designed around the Great Migration Calving Season the best time for predator action and baby animals
* Includes a Ngorongoro Crater expedition, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations
* Perfect for wildlife photographers and nature lovers
* Comfortable, authentic tented camps close to wildlife action
* Expertly guided by Safari Box Adventures for a seamless safari experience