10-Day Calving Season Safari

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10-Day Calving Season Safari

Calving Season Safari

Witness one of nature’s most breathtaking events on this special calving season safari. Venture into Tanzania’s Northern Circuit to explore Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Central SerengeC, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Crater. This once-in-a-lifeCme journey takes you to the heart of the Great Migra7on calving season, where over 8,000 wildebeest calves are born daily. Witness the sheer beauty of a baby wildebeest standing and running within minutes of its birth amidst thousands of migraCng animals. With exclusive oﬀ-road game drives in Ndutu, scenic walking safaris at the Ngorongoro Crater Rim, and thrilling wildlife encounters, this is a safari you’ll never forget.

Destionations: Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Central SerengeC, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time to Visit: This safari is perfect for travel between late-December to March, with the peak calving season occurring from late January through February

Oﬀ-Road Game Drive Opportunities: Unlike other parks, Ndutu allows oﬀ-road game drives during its seasonal green period, giving you an up-close and personal experience with wildlife and the calving spectacle.

Private Safari Experience: Enjoy a private safari experience with exclusive use of a custom 4x4 Land Cruiser and the dedicated service of a professional, English-speaking safari guide.

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Route & Itinerary

10 Days / 9 Nights

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Day 1 | Arrival in Tanzania

Arrival at Kilimanjaro InternaConal Airport (JRO)
Warm Tanzanian welcome from your private safari guide
Private transfer to a comfortable bouCque hotel in Arusha

Your journey begins with a warm greeCng upon arrival. Your safari guide will brief you on your adventure ahead and ensure a smooth transfer to your hotel. Relax in lush surroundings, enjoy a delicious meal, and prepare for the excitement of the coming days.

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Day 2 | Tarangire National Park

Explore ancient baobab forests
Witness herds of elephants up close
Spot migratory wildlife and predators near the Tarangire River

Start your safari with a visit to Tarangire Na7onal Park, known for its iconic landscapes doEed with massive baobab trees. The park is a haven for large herds of elephants and diverse wildlife. Watch lions, zebras, wildebeests, and giraﬀes as they gather around the lifeline of the park—the Tarangire River. End the day at your cozy lodge, where the views of the African savannah are simply magical.

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Day 3 | Lake Manyara National Park

Scenic drive through local villages
Explore the Great RiB Valley escarpment
Discover Lake Manyara’s unique birdlife and tree-climbing lions

En route to Lake Manyara Na7onal Park, stop by the colorful market at Mto wa Mbu Village to experience local culture and shop for unique craBs. Spend the aBernoon exploring the park’s diverse ecosystems, from groundwater forests to alkaline lakes. Keep an eye out for hippos, monkeys, flamingos, and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions.

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Day 4–5 | Central Serengeti

Game drives in the wildlife-rich Seronera Valley
Witness the drama of predator-prey interacCons
OpConal visit to a tradiConal Maasai village

Journey to the Central Serenge7, where the Seronera Valley oﬀers some of the best year- round game viewing. The valley’s water sources aEract lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas. Over two days, enjoy thrilling game drives to discover the vast SerengeC plains, teeming with wildebeests, zebras, elephants, and giraﬀes. If you wish, take a detour to a Maasai village to learn about their unique culture and tradiCons.

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Day 6–8 | Ndutu Plains

Witness the Great MigraCon’s calving season
Exclusive oﬀ-road game drives
Marvel at predators like cheetahs and hyenas hunCng newborn calves

Enter the seasonal wonderland of Ndutu, where the Great MigraCon comes alive during the calving season. From January to February, thousands of wildebeest calves are born daily, creaCng a predator-prey spectacle. Drive oﬀ the beaten path for unrivaled wildlife encounters and photograph moments you’ll cherish forever. Each evening, unwind at your tented camp under the stars, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

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Day 9 | Ndutu to Ngorongoro

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Day 10 | Ngorongoro Crater & Departure

Included

Exclusive use of a modified outfitted 4WD Toyota Landcruiser with popped-up roof
Exclusive services of professional, certified, English-speaking safari driver guide
Unlimited game drives
Unlimited mileage & fuel
Unlimited drinks in the safari vehicle (bottled water, soft drinks, local beer, juice, coffee and tea)
All national park fee (24-hrs single entry), reserve entrance fees, camping/concession fees, wildlife management fees, one (1) Ngorongoro descent entry, TDL fees, based on your itinerary
All meals & accommodations, as per itinerary
Full-time support before your departure and duration of your safari
Welcome gift package upon arrival in Tanzania
High powered binoculars, wildlife & birding books provided in the safari vehicle
Bean bags available upon request
Emergency evacuation provided by AMREF’s Flying Doctors
18% government VAT