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- Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Calving Safari
2 DAY, 1 NIGHT
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3-Day Serengeti Ngorongoro Calving Safari
This is not just a safari. It’s nature’s battlefield — and you’re holding the front-row seat.
Every year, between January and March, the southern plains of Serengeti erupt with primal energy. Over 500,000 pregnant wildebeest flood the Ndutu region, answering an ancient call to give birth where rain kisses the earth and predators are always watching.
Welcome to the 3-Day Serengeti Ngorongoro Calving Safari — a journey into the wildest heartbeat of nature, where life is created and destroyed before your eyes. This isn’t a luxury escape. This is blood, breath, and instinct — wrapped in raw beauty.
You’ll track the wildebeest calving season through the legendary Ndutu Plains, witnessing thousands of calves born in unison… while big cats circle the herds like shadows. Then descend into the sacred Ngorongoro Crater, home to lions, rhinos, hyenas, and elephants — enclosed in a volcanic amphitheater that feels untouched by time.
Mid-range tour
This tour falls within the mid-range category and incorporates accommodations at lodges and hotels.
Can be customized
You have the option to ask for minor adjustments to the lodging and destinations included in this tour.
Private tour
This tour will be arranged exclusively for your party and will not be shared with any other guests.
Can start any day
If available, you may select your preferred tour start date to align with your personal schedule and preferences.
- Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
- If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Hotel Name | Africa Safari South Serengeti |
| Location | Ndutu, South Serengeti |
| Room Type | Safari Comfort Room |
| Highlights | Scenic views, cozy safari style |
| Included Services | Meals, Wi-Fi, Safari transport |
| Ideal For | Nature lovers, families |
| Price Range | From USD 250/night |
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY
Day 1: Arusha to South Serengeti (Ndutu) — Enter the Calving Grounds
08:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel in Arusha.
08:00 AM – 01:00 PM: Drive to Southern Serengeti National Park (Ndutu Area). The drive takes approximately 5 hours. Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, Masai villages, and wildlife sightings along the way.
01:00 PM – 01:30 PM: Picnic lunch on arrival in Ndutu.
01:30 PM – 06:30 PM: Afternoon game drive in Ndutu, witnessing the wildebeest migration and calving season, predators such as lions, cheetahs, hyenas, diverse birdlife, and other herbivores like zebras and gazelles.
06:30 PM: Drive to the lodge in Ndutu for dinner and overnight stay.
🏨 Accommodation: Africa Safari South Serengeti – Ndutu (Safari Comfort Room)
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Full-Day Exploration in Ndutu — The Wild Womb of the Serengeti
07:00 AM: Early breakfast.
08:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Morning game viewing in the Southern part of Serengeti. Early morning wildlife activity, possible sightings of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino), beautiful landscapes of the Serengeti plains.
12:30 PM – 01:30 PM: Lunch break.
01:30 PM – 04:30 PM: Continue your exploration in the afternoon, visiting key locations like the Ndutu Lakes for birdwatching or exploring areas known for their big cat sightings.
06:30 PM: Drive to the camp in Ndutu for dinner and overnight stay.
🏨 Accommodation: Africa Safari South Serengeti – Ndutu (Safari Comfort Room)
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Morning in Ndutu – Ngorongoro Crater – Return to Arusha
06:30 AM: Early breakfast.
07:00 AM – 08:00 PM: Before leaving Ndutu, embark on a morning game drive in the Ndutu area. This is a great time to spot wildlife such as wildebeest, zebras, and various bird species.
08:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Drive to Ngorongoro Crater, about a 2-hours drive. Scenic views of the Ngorongoro Crater rim.
10:00 AM – 04:00 PM: Full-day game viewing in the Ngorongoro Crater, with the high concentration of wildlife including the Big Five, hippos, flamingos at the crater lake, diverse bird species, and stunning landscapes.
12:30 PM: Picnic lunch inside the crater.
04:00 PM – 19:00 PM: Ascend the Crater and drive to Arusha for drop-off, approximately a 3-hour drive.
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🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Pricing (USD per person) – High Season
High Season → 1st Jan – 31st Mar; & from 16th May to 31st Dec
| Valid Dates ↓ | 1 Pax (Single) | 2 Pax (Sharing) | 3 Pax (Sharing) | 4 Pax (Sharing) | 5 Pax (Sharing) | 6 Pax (Sharing) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Jan – 31st Mar;16th May – 31st Dec | $2,477 | $1,576 | $1,356 | $1,185 | $1,131 | $1,096 |
Why This Safari Hits Different
True Wildebeest Calving Safari (Jan–March) — This is the real deal, not a random migration tour.
Private 4×4 Vehicle with Expert Safari Guide — No crowds. No filters. Just the truth.
Frontline Photography Opportunities — Predator kills, newborn calves, big cats in golden light.
Ngorongoro Crater Drive — Ancient land. Eternal predators. Dream scenes.
Who This Safari Is For
This is not for tourists. It’s for:
Wildlife lovers seeking the most primal version of safari
Nature photographers chasing once-in-a-lifetime predator-prey moments
Travelers tired of sugar-coated trips — and ready for raw, real wilderness
Souls who understand that to witness life, you must face death too
This Isn’t Tourism. It’s Transformation.
While others chase photos… you’ll witness the raw pulse of Earth.
While others sip drinks by the lodge… you’ll be watching the cycle of life and death unfold before your eyes.
3-Day Serengeti Ngorongoro Calving Safari —
This isn’t a getaway. It’s a return to who you were before the world tamed you.
- All transportation (including pick up from JRO on arrival and drop off at hotel in Arusha on last day)
- All accommodation as specified in the plan
- All meals (as specified in the plan)
- Drinking water (all days)
- Activities as per plan
- Service of English-speaking driver guide
- Park and activities fees
- Taxes/VAT
- International flights
- Personal Items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa etc)
- Tips (Tipping guidelines usd 10 pp per day)
- Accommodation before start of the tour and at the end of the tour (can be arranged at extra cost)
$1,096 to $ 2,477pp (USD)
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- Your request will be sent directly to the operator
- If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
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