7-DAY NDUTU PLAINS WILDEBEEST CALVING ADVENTURE SAFARI
Embark on a captivating 7-day wildebeest calving adventure safari that takes you on a thrilling journey through some of Tanzania's most iconic destinations. Your safari begins at Lake Manyara National Park, where you'll witness the stunning diversity of wildlife in this unique habitat. From there, you'll venture into the legendary Serengeti National Park, immersing yourself in a landscape teeming with iconic wildlife, from the Big Five to countless other species. Moving on to the awe-inspiring Ndutu Plains, you'll witness the breathtaking spectacle of thousands of wildebeests gathering to give birth, set against a backdrop of golden-hued plains and the gentle hum of nature. Finally, your safari culminates with a visit to the Ngorongoro Crater, a unique and breathtaking crater where you'll have the opportunity to observe wildlife in a natural amphitheater setting. Together, these remarkable locations offer an unparalleled journey through the cycle of life and the wild beauty of Tanzania's most renowned ecosystems, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Activities
DAY 00: ARRIVAL DAY
As you step foot onto Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, a warm Tanzanian welcome awaits you. Your safari adventure begins with our dedicated driver-guide and a safari vehicle ready for your arrival. After assisting you with your luggage, we'll present you with refreshing bottled mineral water. Prepare for a scenic 45–50-minute road transfer to your carefully selected lodge or hotel in Arusha, where you can unwind, savor a delightful dinner, and spend a peaceful night. Before leaving you to your relaxation, your knowledgeable driver-guide will provide you with an engaging briefing about the exciting safari experiences ahead. Rest assured, your stay includes dinner and breakfast.
DAY 01: EMBARK TO LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK FOR GAME DRIVES
Start your day with a delightful breakfast at 7:30 am before departing from the hotel, equipped with delicious packed lunches. Your journey leads to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, for a full day of thrilling game drives and wildlife encounters. Nestled at the base of the African Great Rift Valley, the park features thin green forests and a Soda Lake, offering a stunning backdrop for your adventure. Expect to spot wildebeests, giraffes, baboons, elephants, buffaloes, impalas, zebras, and numerous bird species. An elevated wooden trail allows you to observe hippos in their natural habitat. Enjoy lunch at a designated picnic site, then exit the park after your game drive, heading to your lodge or camp for a delectable dinner and a peaceful overnight stay. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
DAY 02: TRANSIT TO CENTRAL SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK VIA NGORONGORO AREA
At 8:00 AM, after a hearty breakfast, your adventure unfolds as you embark on a captivating journey to Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Traverse lush forest trails, then emerge at the breathtaking crater viewpoint, offering an enchanting glimpse of the crater's splendor. Here, amidst this stunning landscape, you'll encounter a diverse array of wildlife and vibrant birdlife. You have the option to pause for a cultural immersion at a Maasai boma or visit Olduvai Gorge, where Dr. Leakey and Mary Leakey made pioneering discoveries about early human history. Lunch awaits at Naabi Gate, followed by an exhilarating en route game drive leading you to your chosen lodge or camp, where a delightful dinner and peaceful night's rest await. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
DAY 03: FULL DAY GAME DRIVES IN SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Embrace a full day of adventure in Serengeti National Park, where the African wilderness awakens in all its grandeur. As dawn breaks, the savannah's enchantment unfolds, revealing prides of lions on the prowl, herds of zebras and wildebeests in mesmerizing synchrony, and the vibrant chorus of exotic birds filling the air. The thundering hooves of the Great Migration resonate as nature's symphony plays out before your eyes. Elusive leopards may grace your journey, and towering elephants roam freely in this untamed paradise. As you navigate the rugged terrain, the untamed spirit of the wild captures your heart, etching indelible memories against the canvas of Serengeti's endless horizons, making this day an epic chapter in your African odyssey. Lunch will be served to you at the picnic spot, and your day is completed by further en route game drives back to your lodge or camp for a delightful dinner, and overnight stay. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
DAY 04: EN ROUTE GAME DRIVES CENTRAL SERENGETI TO NDUTU PLAINS IN NGORONGORO
Rise early for coffee, then set out on an exciting morning safari. After a full breakfast and a fond farewell to camp, embark on an en route game drives from central Serengeti to Ndutu plains with packed lunches. Pause for lunch at a scenic picnic spot and continue exploring this world-renowned safari destination. Arrive at your lodge or camp in the late afternoon, check in, enjoy a shower, relax, and savor dinner, and overnight stay. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
DAY 05-06: EXPLORE THE BEST OF WILDEBEEST CALVING EXPERIENCE IN IN NDUTU PLAIN
In the morning, after a satisfying breakfast, set off on a captivating full-day game drive. Explore the mesmerizing Ndutu plains during this remarkable season of the wildebeest migration, with countless wildebeest calves taking their first steps into the world. Your seasoned driver-guide will expertly navigate the terrain, ensuring you witness this incredible natural spectacle up close. Amidst the herbivores, apex predators like lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas add an element of excitement to the experience. The Ndutu plains also house a diverse array of wildlife, including giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, topi, elands, warthogs, caracals, hippos, and a multitude of captivating bird species. After a scenic lunch at a picnic site, return to your lodge or camp for a delectable dinner and overnight stay. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
OPTIONAL: BALLOON SAFARI EXPERIENCE IN SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
In the early morning, your adventure begins as you're whisked away from your camp to the balloon launch site. Prepare for an extraordinary experience as you embark on a hot air balloon safari over the vast Serengeti National Park, offering enchanting scenery and uninterrupted panoramic views. This remarkable journey provides abundant opportunities for capturing stunning photographs and a deep appreciation for the park's sheer magnitude. Upon landing, savor a memorable moment with a glass of wine before continuing with exhilarating game drives and wildlife viewings that extend into the late afternoon. As the day transitions into evening, return to the lodge or camp for a delicious dinner and a restful overnight stay. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
DAY 07: NGORONGORO CRATER TOUR TO ARUSHA
In the morning following a hearty breakfast, your journey continues as you descend into the crater's floor for a day filled with wonderful game drives. Ngorongoro crater is a vast, pristine volcanic caldera, spanning over 102 square miles, encircled by towering 2,000-foot-high walls. Within this natural haven reside rare and endangered black rhinoceros, black-backed jackals, hippos, regal secretary birds, graceful ostriches, formidable buffaloes, wildebeests, ibis’ stocks, starlings, majestic lions, gentle elephants, kori bustards, elegant crane birds, cunning hyenas, fleet-footed gazelles, playful baboons, sturdy warthogs, stately elands, leopards, vultures, sand grouse, and a myriad of other captivating creatures. After an exhilarating day of game drives and a delightful lunch, you'll ascend the crater walls and drive to Karatu for dinner, and overnight at the lodge or camp. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
DAY 00: AIRPORT DEPARTURE DAY
Today offers a leisurely pace, tailored to your flight schedule. When the time aligns with your departure plans, our team will collect you from your hotel and provide a comfortable drive to the airport for your onward flight.
SAFARI PRICE INCLUDES
- Return airport transfers in private car
- Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4WD Land Cruiser with photographic roof
- All parks entry, and concession fees as per itinerary
- Services of a professional English-speaking safari guide
- 3 ltrs of Mineral drinking water per person per day
- Picnic lunches where applicable
- Coffee and tea
- Accommodation, and meals as per Itinerary
- 24/7 Office Assistance
SAFARI PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Flight tickets
- Balloon Safari Experience
- Items of Personal nature.
- Gratuities for safari guide
- Travel insurance
- Visa fee (50 US$ /100 US$ for Americans & Irish Passport Holders- to be paid upon arrival)
- drinks and beverages in hotel, lodges and camps
- Any other not specified in the program.