11-Day Great Migration Calving Season Safari

Witness the birth of the Great Migration and see wildlife up close in Northern Tanzania.

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Overview

This 11-day safari takes you deep into the heart of Tanzania’s northern circuit during one of nature’s most powerful wildlife events — the Great Wildebeest Migration calving season. You will explore the vast plains of the Serengeti National Park, where thousands of wildebeest give birth, attracting intense predator action from lions, cheetahs, and hyenas.

The journey also includes the dramatic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, including a full game drive inside the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, one of the best wildlife viewing areas in Africa. Expect a rich combination of predator-prey interactions, breathtaking scenery, and endless photographic opportunities.

This safari is designed for travelers who want a deep, immersive wildlife experience, focusing on the migration cycle, newborn wildlife, and big cat activity in one of the most famous ecosystems on Earth.

Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration calving season in Serengeti National Park
High chances to see predator action (lions, cheetahs, hyenas in hunting activity)
Explore different regions of the Serengeti depending on migration movement
Full-day game drives in the endless plains of Serengeti
Visit the famous wildlife sanctuary of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for a full game drive
Experience diverse landscapes: savannahs, woodlands, and volcanic highlands
Professional safari guide for in-depth wildlife interpretation
Excellent photography opportunities of newborn animals and big cats
Comfortable lodge and tented camp stays in prime wildlife locations

Includes/Excludes

Park entry fees for all national parks and conservation areas
Game drives in Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Full crater game drive in Ngorongoro Crater
Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
All accommodation (lodges and tented camps) during safari
All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Airport transfers from/to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport
Drinking water during game drives
Government taxes and conservation fees

International flights and visas
Travel insurance
Tips for driver-guide and hotel staff
Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, drinks, etc.)
Optional activities (hot air balloon safari, Maasai village visit, etc.)
Alcoholic and soft drinks unless specified by lodge

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Arusha where you will be welcomed by your safari guide. Transfer to your hotel for relaxation, briefing, and overnight stay as you prepare for the adventure ahead.

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Drive to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. The park is famous for large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Evening transfer to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Tarangire to Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast, travel towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy scenic views of highlands and cultural landscapes. Arrive in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

Descend into the famous Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Spot lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and flamingos in one of Africa’s richest wildlife areas. Return to Karatu for overnight.

Day 5: Karatu to Central Serengeti

Drive through the Ngorongoro highlands into the legendary Serengeti National Park. Enjoy your first game drive en route to your camp in the central Serengeti. Dinner and overnight at tented camp.

Day 6: Central Serengeti Game Drive

Full-day exploration of Serengeti plains. Search for predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, along with large herds of herbivores. Overnight at camp.

Day 7: Serengeti Migration Tracking

Continue tracking the wildebeest migration depending on season location. Witness massive herds and predator-prey interactions. Picnic lunch in the wild and overnight at camp.

Day 8: Serengeti Calving Experience

Focus on calving areas where thousands of wildebeest give birth. Expect intense predator activity and excellent photography opportunities. Overnight in Serengeti.

Day 9: Serengeti Full Game Drive

Another full day exploring different regions of Serengeti. Enjoy sunrise and sunset game drives for maximum wildlife viewing. Overnight at camp.

Day 10: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast, drive back through Serengeti and exit into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in Karatu for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.