When is the best time to visit Ndutu?

The best time is from January to March during the wildebeest calving season.

Is this safari private or group joining?

The safari can be arranged as a private trip or a small group joining safari.

What animals can I see in Ndutu and Ngorongoro?

Expect wildebeest, lions, cheetahs, elephants, rhinos, zebras, and many bird species.

4-Day| Ndutu & Ngorongoro Crater Safari

4 Days of Unforgettable Wildlife Encounters in Ndutu and Ngorongoro Crater

Includes/Excludes

Cost Includes

A professional English speaking driver/ guide.
Concession/ Camping Fees.
Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
All Taxes and VAT.
Meals as per itinerary.
Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
4x4 Land Cruiser.
Daily game drives while on Safari.
Airport Transfer

Cost Excludes

Tips (Tipping guidelines).
International flights.
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).

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Overview

Witness the dramatic Great Wildebeest Migration on this 4-day Mara River Crossing safari. Explore Serengeti National Park and the Mara River region with expert-guided game drives, where you can spot the Big Five and other incredible wildlife. Stay in luxury lodges or tented camps while enjoying unforgettable landscapes, thrilling river crossings, and perfect opportunities for photography

Highlights

Experience predator-prey interactions with lions, cheetahs, and hyenas
Stay in carefully selected mid-range lodges and camps
Perfect safari for travelers with limited time
Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration and dramatic Mara River crossings
Experience thrilling predator-prey interactions along the riverbanks

Day 01 :

Arrival in Arusha – Overnight Stay

Your expert safari guide will meet you upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transfer you to your lodge in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at the lodge or explore Arusha, Tanzania’s safari hub.

Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge

Day 02 :

Arusha – Drive to Ndutu (Southern Serengeti Plains)

Head to the Ndutu Conservation Area, part of the southern Serengeti ecosystem, after breakfast. The journey takes you through Maasai land, the lush Ngorongoro highlands, and into vast open plains dotted with acacia trees.

Between January and March, Ndutu hosts the wildebeest calving season, when more than a million wildebeest gather to give birth. You will see newborn calves taking their first steps, while predators such as lions and cheetahs wait for their opportunity. It is a photographer’s paradise and one of the most amazing sights in the natural world.

Day 03 :

Full Day in Ndutu – Wildebeest Calving Season Safari

Optional activities, such as a guided walking safari or a night game drive, may be available depending on your camp.)

Spend the day enjoying thrilling game drives across the Ndutu Plains. This is the best time to witness dramatic predator–prey interactions, as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas closely follow the wildebeest herds.

Along with wildebeests, you will also see zebras, gazelles, giraffes, and elephants, as well as a wide variety of birdlife.

Accommodation: Heaven Migration Camp

Day 04 :

Ndutu – Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Arusha

The famous Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most well-known safari destinations, is reached by road after an early breakfast. After descending 600 meters to the crater floor, enjoy a half-day game drive. All five of the major animals can be seen here: the rhinoceros, buffalo, elephant, leopard, and lion.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater before ascending and driving back to Arusha, marking the end of your journey.

4-Day| Ndutu & Ngorongoro Crater Safari

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4-Day| Ndutu & Ngorongoro Crater Safari