Experience one of the most dramatic wildlife spectacles in Africa during the calving season of the Great Wildebeest Migration. This 4-day safari adventure takes you deep into the heart of the Ndutu plains, where over 8,000 wildebeest calves are born each day during peak season. Follow this with a visit to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural wildlife sanctuary.
Perfectly timed between January and March, this safari offers prime game viewing as predators lurk nearby, making it a thrilling and emotional wildlife encounter
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Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), a professional representative from Ron Adventure will greet you and provide a short briefing about your safari journey. From here, you will be transferred to your lodge in Arusha, the gateway city to Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit. Take this opportunity to relax and prepare for the thrilling days ahead. If time allows, you can explore local attractions like the Maasai Market or Cultural Heritage Centre.
Overnight: Budget / Mid-range / Luxury Lodge in Arusha
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Key Highlights:
Start your day with an early breakfast, then embark on a scenic drive to the Ndutu area, located in the southern part of the Serengeti ecosystem and northern Ngorongoro Conservation Area. During January to March, the Ndutu plains become the stage for one of nature’s most awe-inspiring events – the calving of over 500,000 wildebeest calves within 2–3 weeks. The lush grasslands attract thousands of herbivores and a high concentration of predators, creating thrilling opportunities to witness lion hunts, cheetah chases, and hyena activity. Enjoy a game drive upon arrival with sightings of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, and big cats.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Key Highlights:
Wake up early for a sunrise game drive in Ndutu. This time of day offers a greater chance of spotting predators in action. After a hearty bush breakfast or lodge breakfast, continue your journey towards Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Drive through the Ngorongoro highlands with picturesque landscapes. Arrive at your lodge situated on the rim of the crater or in nearby Karatu. Relax and enjoy the stunning views, or opt for an optional cultural visit to a Maasai village to learn about their traditional way of life.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Key Highlights:
After breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable wildlife experience. The crater is one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino. This natural caldera is home to dense populations of lions, elephants, buffalo, and hippos, along with flamingos and other birdlife near the lake.
After a picnic lunch at the famous Hippo Pool, continue with game viewing before ascending the crater and beginning your return journey to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your evening flight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Departure: Drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
Key Highlights:
| Number of People | Cost Per Person in US($) | Accommodation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $5161 | Night 1:Arusha coffee lodge |
| 2 People | $3502 | Night 1:Lemala ndutu |
| 3 People | $3490 | Night 1:Lemala Ngorongoro |
| 4 People | $3078 | |
| 5 People | $ 2999 | |
| 6 People | $ 2937 | |
| Number of People | Cost Per Person in US($) | Accommodation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $3490 | Night 1:Kahawa House |
| 2 People | $2243 | Night 2: Lake Masek Tented lodge |
| 3 People | $2094 | Night 3: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge |
| 4 People | $1819 | |
| 5 People | $1814 | |
| 6 People | $1678 | |
✔️ All park entrance and conservation fees (including Ndutu and Ngorongoro Crater)
✔️ 3 nights’ accommodation in quality lodges/tented camps (as per itinerary)
✔️ All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
✔️ Professional, English-speaking safari guide/driver
✔️ Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing
✔️ Daily bottled drinking water in the safari vehicle
✔️ Crater descent and game drive in Ngorongoro
✔️ Game drives in Ndutu and the surrounding plains during the calving season
✔️ Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
✔️ Government taxes and levies
✖️ International flights and visas
✖️ Travel insurance and medical coverage
✖️ Tips and gratuities for the driver/guide and hotel staff
✖️ Personal expenses (e.g., drinks at the lodges, laundry, phone calls)
✖️ Optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
1. Best Travel Period:
This safari is specially designed for the calving season, which takes place between late January and early March in the Southern Serengeti (Ndutu area). Booking within this window maximizes your chances of witnessing wildebeest births and predator interactions.
2. Wildlife Sightings Are Natural:
While the calving season offers excellent wildlife viewing, sightings are not guaranteed as animals move freely in the wild. Our experienced guides will do their best to position you in the right place at the right time.
3. Weather Conditions:
Expect warm days and cool mornings, and evenings. Occasional rains may occur, as calving season coincides with the green season. A light rain jacket and waterproof bags are recommended.
4. Luggage Restrictions:
Soft-sided bags are recommended for easy storage in safari vehicles. Pack light, with essentials such as sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, sunglasses, binoculars, and comfortable clothing in neutral colors.
5. Health and Safety:
Although not mandatory, anti-malarial medication is recommended. Please consult your doctor before travel. Bring any personal medications and a basic first aid kit.
6. Accommodation Standards:
Lodges and tented camps used in this program are mid-range to upper mid-range, depending on your preference and availability. All offer en-suite bathrooms, quality service, and proximity to wildlife.
7. Crater Entry Regulations:
Ngorongoro Crater game drives are limited to 6 hours due to conservation regulations. Early morning descents are scheduled to optimize wildlife viewing.
8. Child Policy:
Children under 12 are welcome on this safari but must be accompanied by an adult. Note that some accommodations may have age restrictions for safety.
9. Payment & Cancellation:
A deposit is typically required to confirm your booking, with the balance payable before arrival. Cancellation policies depend on the lodge and can vary. Please request full terms and conditions.
10. Travel Insurance:
Comprehensive travel insurance covering medical, trip cancellation, and emergency evacuation is strongly recommended.
Best Time to Visit:
The ideal time to go on this safari is between mid-January and mid-March. This is the peak of the Great Wildebeest Calving Season, when hundreds of thousands of wildebeest gather on the nutrient-rich plains of Ndutu, in the southern Serengeti ecosystem.
During this time:
Over 8,000 calves are born each day, making it a spectacular and emotional wildlife event.
Predator activity is at its highest – lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and leopards take advantage of the abundance of vulnerable newborns.
The landscape is lush and green, offering stunning photographic opportunities.
Why Book Early:
High demand and limited space: The calving season is a popular and short seasonal window. Lodges and camps in Ndutu fill up months in advance.
Better rates and availability: Booking 3–6 months early secures your preferred accommodations and often better prices.
Peak wildlife experience: This is a once-in-a-lifetime safari moment, ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone wanting to witness the full drama of the Great Migration’s life cycle.
Quick Tip:
Combine your booking with travel dates between late January and early March for the best chance to witness multiple wildlife births and predator encounters — all set against the backdrop of green savannah plains and acacia woodlands.
Ron Advetures will pick you up and transfer you to designated Hotels. Pick-up on arrival at the airport and drop-off are included in our package. We arrange also other group transport if required.
Tanzania safari wildlife safari prices depend on the number of people on a trip, how many days of safari, and the level of comfort or luxury.
Our package covers-Professional and experienced English-speaking safari guide
Yes, you may need vaccinations to travel to Tanzania. Yellow Fever is required only if you’re coming from a country with a Yellow Fever risk. Recommended vaccines include Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, and Tetanus. Malaria is present in most parts of Tanzania, so taking antimalarial medication is strongly advised. Always consult your doctor or a travel clinic before your trip.
How many people can be in a safari vehicle? We ensure everyone gets a window seat. All of our Safari vehicles are 4×4 Toyota Land Cruisers that take 4 people if 6 including a driver and a safari guide for the extended ones
How many people can be in a safari vehicle? We ensure everyone gets a window seat. All of our Safari vehicles are 4×4 Toyota Land Cruisers that take 4 people if 6 including a driver and a safari guide for the extended ones
The best time to do a safari in Tanzania’s Northern Circuit is from June to October (dry season). Wildlife is easy to spot, and the weather is great.
Many flights to Tanzania have cheaper tickets when you book in advance, so it is better to plan and book your flight in advance which will help us to book the best hotels/ lodges for your safari.
Book in advance as far as six to ten months before the excursion, if you’re looking for last minutes booking we will always be happy to help you.
Pack packs with without flames is better and suitcases. Those luggage may be packed on back or in the roof rack of safari 20 Kg ( 44 Lbs) are maximum weight.
Bright-coloured clothes are not suitable for the game view. Take comfortable clothes and huts and the sun for a Tanzania safari.
Bright-coloured clothes are not suitable for the game view. Take comfortable clothes and huts and the sun for a Tanzania safari.
The vast majority of Tanzanians still live a lifestyle very close to their traditional lifestyles, and most local people are subsistence farmers.
The food depends on what kind of hotels and lodges you stay in, it can either be a 4-star or a 3-star quality. There are various lodges or tented camps that provide the best meals and food for your Tanzania safar
We are using 4×4 safari vehicles Toyota Landcruisers that have been designed to conquer the ever-demanding road conditions in East Africa. All vehicles have pop-up roofs that can be opened during game drives and a window seat is guaranteed for each guest
The Great Migration – also called the Great Wildlife Migration – is an enormous, continuous and roughly circular migration across the plains and woodlands of Tanzania and Kenya by two million wildebeests, zebras and antelopes. It’s the largest land-based migration in the world. Witnessing thousands-strong herds stretched out in front of you is a sight you never forget.
The Big Five are lion, leopard, bush elephant, black rhino and Cape buffalo. These are the animals considered to be the hardest and most dangerous to hunt on foot.
Do not hesitage to give us a call. We are an expert team and we are happy to talk to you.
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