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2027 Serengeti Wildebeest Migration - Calving Season, Group Joining Safaris — Ndutu Area.

Come witness the beginning of life on the African plains.

Come join us for an unforgettable journey into the Ndutu area in the Serengeti NP in Tanzania during the Great Wildebeest Migration calving season. Experience vast herds of wildebeest and zebra, new-born calves, dramatic predator encounters and exceptional wildlife photography across the southern Serengeti ecosystem.

Our 5-day; 6-day; and 7-day safari packages are designed for international travellers, couples, solo travellers and friends who wish to share a 4×4 safari vehicle, professional guide and the cost of a memorable African safari.

Spaces /Spots Availability & Pricing

Please be advised that availability cannot be guaranteed for any group safari date until your booking has been confirmed.

Once your safari has been confirmed and your deposit has been received, your agreed price is locked in and will not be affected by any subsequent price increases.

>>Here are the Packages:

5-Day Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari - Ndutu Calving Season - Guaranteed Group Departures for 2027


>>Price: US$1,850/Person - Joining a Group

Available Dates to Join:

  • 20–24 January

  • 27–31 January

    February

  • 3–7 February

  • 10–14 February

  • 17–21 February

  • 24–28 February

    March

  • 3–7 March

  • 10–14 March


Safari itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Ndutu — Journey to the Migration Plains

Depart Arusha after breakfast and travel towards the Ndutu area through Tanzania's northern safari landscape. Enjoy scenic views and wildlife sightings along the way, with game viewing where time and park access permit.

Arrive at your selected Ndutu-area tented camp or lodge, check in and enjoy dinner.

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Ndutu

Spend the day exploring the Ndutu plains, where wildebeest herds gather during the calving season. Search for newborn calves, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas and other wildlife.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the designated area before continuing your afternoon game drive.

Day 3: Ndutu Calving Season Wildlife Safari

Enjoy another full day of wildlife viewing, allowing your guide to explore different areas depending on herd movements, recent sightings and road conditions.

This day provides additional opportunities for photography and observing the interactions between grazing herds and predators.

Day 4: Ndutu Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Karatu

Enjoy an early morning game drive before departing for the Ngorongoro highlands. Travel towards Karatu, with wildlife viewing en route where permitted.

Arrive at your lodge, relax and prepare for the following day's crater excursion.



Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. Search for elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, lions and, with luck, the endangered black rhinoceros.

Enjoy a picnic lunch before ascending from the crater and returning to Arusha, where the safari concludes.

  • Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch

  • Overnight: Venice Hotel in Arusha town

Price Includes:

  • 2-way Airport transfers from/to JRO Kilimanjaro International Airport

  • 2 nights hotel accommodation at Venice Hotel in Arusha town

  • Breakfast included at Venice Hotel in Arusha town

  • All Park/entry fees

  • All Government taxes including the VAT

  • Staff salary

  • Full Board Lodge / Tented Camp Accommodation

  • English speaking driver-guide

  • 4WD Safari Modified Land Cruiser


Price Does Not Include:

  • Any extra nights in Moshi/Arusha town

  • Bottled drinking water

  • Tips for your safari crew

  • Soft drinks (including your daily bottled drinking water)

  • Alcohol drinks

  • Sleeping bag

  • All items of personal nature

6-Day Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari - Ndutu Calving Season - Guaranteed Group Departures for 2027

>>Price: US$2,200/Person - Joining a Group

Available Dates to Join:

  • 18–23 January

  • 25–30 January

    February

  • 1–6 February

  • 8–13 February

  • 15–20 February

  • 22–27 February

    March

  • 1–6 March

  • 8–13 March

Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Ndutu

Depart Arusha after breakfast and travel towards the Ndutu plains. Enjoy scenic stops and wildlife viewing where time and park access allow. Arrive at your accommodation, settle in and enjoy dinner.



Day 2: Ndutu Wildebeest Calving Safari

Spend a full day exploring the seasonal grazing grounds, searching for wildebeest calves, zebras and the predators that follow the herds.



Day 3: Ndutu Full-Day Game Drive

Continue exploring Ndutu with your professional guide. Focus on wildlife photography, predator sightings and the movement of the migration herds across the plains.


Day 4: Ndutu Wildlife Exploration

Enjoy another full day in the Ndutu ecosystem. Depending on recent wildlife sightings, explore different sections of the plains and surrounding woodland habitats.


Day 5: Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Karatu

Enjoy a final morning wildlife drive in Ndutu before heading towards Karatu. Arrive at your lodge in the Ngorongoro highlands for dinner and an overnight stay.



Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Arusha

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting game drive in one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife destinations. Enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to Arusha in the afternoon or evening.

  • Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch

  • Overnight: Venice Hotel in Arusha town


Price Includes:

  • 2-way Airport transfers from/to JRO Kilimanjaro International Airport

  • 2 nights hotel accommodation at Venice Hotel in Arusha town

  • Breakfast included at Venice Hotel in Arusha town

  • All Park/entry fees

  • All Government taxes including the VAT

  • Staff salary

  • Full Board Lodge / Tented Camp Accommodation

  • English speaking driver-guide

  • 4WD Safari Modified Land Cruiser

Price Does Not Include:

  • Any extra nights in Moshi/Arusha town

  • Bottled drinking water

  • Tips for your safari crew

  • Soft drinks (including your daily bottled drinking water)

  • Alcohol drinks

  • Sleeping bag

  • All items of personal nature



7-Day Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari - Ndutu Calving Season - Guaranteed Group Departures for 2027


Price: US$2,550/Person - Joining a Group


Available Dates to Join:

  • 20–26 January

  • 27 January–2 February

    February

  • 3–9 February

  • 10–16 February

  • 17–23 February

  • 24 February–2 March

    March

  • 3–9 March

  • 10–16 March

Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Ndutu

Depart Arusha and journey towards the Ndutu area. Enjoy the changing scenery and wildlife viewing opportunities along the route as conditions permit. Arrive at your camp or lodge for dinner.

Day 2: Ndutu Calving Season Game Drive

Explore the plains in search of large wildebeest herds, newborn calves and the predators that inhabit the ecosystem.


Day 3: Full-Day Ndutu Wildlife Safari

Spend another day exploring the Ndutu region, with time for photography and observation of the migration herds and resident wildlife.

Day 4: Ndutu Predator and Migration Exploration

Explore additional areas according to the latest wildlife sightings. Look for lions, cheetahs, hyenas, jackals and other species that depend on the seasonal abundance of prey.

Day 5: Another Full Day on the Ndutu Plains

Enjoy a final full day dedicated to the migration and calving season. Your guide can adjust the day's route according to herd locations, weather and access conditions.


Day 6: Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Karatu

Enjoy a final morning drive in Ndutu before travelling towards the Ngorongoro highlands. Check in at your Karatu lodge and relax for the evening.



Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. Search for the area's famous wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos and potentially black rhinoceros.

After a picnic lunch, ascend from the crater and return to Arusha for the conclusion of your safari.

  • Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch

  • Overnight: Venice Hotel in Arusha town


Package highlight: The longest Ndutu stay of the three options, offering additional opportunities to observe wildlife and photograph the calving season.

Price Includes:

  • 2-way Airport transfers from/to JRO Kilimanjaro International Airport

  • 2 nights hotel accommodation at Venice Hotel in Arusha town

  • Breakfast included at Venice Hotel in Arusha town

  • All Park/entry fees

  • All Government taxes including the VAT

  • Staff salary

  • Full Board Lodge / Tented Camp Accommodation

  • English speaking driver-guide

  • 4WD Safari Modified Land Cruiser

Price Does Not Include:

  • Any extra nights in Moshi/Arusha town

  • Bottled drinking water

  • Tips for your safari crew

  • Soft drinks (including your daily bottled drinking water)

  • Alcohol drinks

  • Sleeping bag

  • All items of personal nature


Booking and Payment Policy:

A deposit of 50% of the safari cost per person is required at the time of booking to confirm and secure your safari reservation with us.

Remaining Balance: The outstanding balance must be paid at least six months prior to the scheduled safari start date in order to maintain the confirmed reservation.

Please Note:
For any lodge safari inquiry received within six months of the scheduled safari start date, 100% of the total safari cost is required at the time of booking in order to confirm and secure the safari reservation with us.


We accept VISA, Master Card, and AMEX via our secure Online Payment Gateway.

Kindly Note: The start date listed is the first day on the safari. You should plan on being in Moshi/Arusha anytime a day before the start date. All prices are quoted in US Dollars.

Essential Packing Gear for Campers

Packing smart requires balancing strict weight limits (often 15 kg in soft-sided duffel bags for regional bush flights) with the shifting demands of the African bush.

Layered Clothing: Early mornings can be very cold, especially at high-elevation campsites like the Ngorongoro crater rim. Pack a warm fleece or jacket, paired with lightweight, breathable long-sleeve shirts and pants to protect against the equatorial sun and insects.

Neutral Colors: Opt for khaki, olive, tan, or beige to blend into the environment. Strictly avoid dark blue and black, which attract biting tsetse flies, as well as military camouflage, which is illegal for civilians in Tanzania.

Wildlife Optics: Bring high-quality binoculars (8x42 or 10x42 magnification) and a camera with a good zoom lens (200mm+) to observe distant animals.

Campsite Essentials: A working headlamp or torch with extra batteries is critical for navigating dark campgrounds at night. Pack wet wipes, hand sanitizer, and eye drops to easily combat the relentless savanna dust.

Health and Cash: Carry a basic first-aid kit stocked with sunscreen, insect repellent, and anti-malaria tablets. Ensure you bring enough US Dollars in cash (clean, crisp bills printed after 2009) for tips and local markets where cards aren't accepted.

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