7-Days Ndutu Calving Season Serengeti Migration Safari
- Places to visit: Lake Manyara NP, Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti NP
On this 6-day safari, the great migrating herds of wildebeests and zebras are situated at Lake Ndutu which is found in the Ngorongoro conservation area and a part of Serengeti eco-system and our main target is from Dec to April. From January it is the best time to witness the calving as they spread out across the short-grass plains and predators are just around waiting for their opportunities to make a hunt. You will experience both Tarangire, South Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater and Lake Manyara.
On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK) which caters for domestic flights, you will be met by a Williamson Adventures representative who will drive you to your accommodation in Arusha. Your overnight stay will be at Arusha Planet Lodge where the rhythm of nature pounds to the beat of an African drum, and where life is all about a revival of the senses.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Experience an unmatched stay at our premier lodge in Arusha, Tanzania. Catering to tourists and travellers, we offer an unforgettable encounter with East Africa’s allure. Our lodge is your gateway to explore diverse landscapes, from the enchanting Meru and Kilimanjaro mountains to abundant wildlife in Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti and Tanzania’s rich cultural heritage
After breakfast, we'll drive to Tarangire National Park. We'll have some game viewing in the park to maximize your chances of more wildlife viewing. Before sunset, we’ll drive to the small town of Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Tarangire is the sixth largest national park in Tanzania after Ruaha, Serengeti, Mikumi, Katavi and Mkomazi. Activities will include a wildlife game drive where you can see pythons climb trees, as well as lions and leopards among others. For bird lovers, keep an eye out for the screeching flocks of colorful yellow-collared lovebirds, and the somewhat drabber rufous-tailed weaver and ashy starling. These are all endemic to Me dry savannah of north-central Tanzania.
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
The newest addition to our group, Marera Valley Lodge is also near Karatu, closer to the village of Rhotia and very convenient to the main road with good access to Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro. This elegant lodge has stellar views over the valley.
We look forward to your visit when we can offer you true Tanzanian hospitality and a warm welcome
After breakfast, we will set off for Ndutu area situated in the Ngorongoro conservation area, which is part of the southern Serengeti ecosystem.
Lake Ndutu like most other rift lakes is alkaline, however, the water is still drinkable and consumed by a wide array of local wildlife The majority of the wildebeest migration can normally be found on the short-grass plains from December to April. The area is usually heavily populated with elephants, birds and resident game.
Accommodation: Ndutu Heritage Migration Camp
Ndutu Heritage Camp is located in the Ndutu Big Marsh region of the Serengeti habitat, in the southern portion of the Serengeti and Northern Ngorongoro. Surrounded by natural trees and bushes, which attract a diverse range of birds and animals to the region. Ndutu provides peace and tranquility away from the madding crowds, far away from the bustling tourist circuit. Relax and unwind by spending time with us.
After breakfast, embrace a full day of immersion in the wonders of the Northern Serengeti, a realm pulsating with the rhythms of the Great Migration. Witness the astonishing spectacle of wildebeest herds crossing pristine rivers, navigating crocodile-infested waters in their pursuit of greener pastures. The open savannas come alive with the thundering hooves of these resilient animals. Delve deeper into the heart of the action as you encounter prancing newborns taking their first steps, a testament to nature's unending cycle of life. With each passing moment, be captivated by the raw energy and primal beauty of this untamed landscape, etching memories that will forever resonate.
Accommodation: Heritage Mara Camp
The camp is situated on a hill, surrounded by huge evergreen trees, with sweeping views of the Northern Serengeti. The camp is open from July to November, when millions of wildebeest migrate across the Northern Serengeti, with the goal of crossing the Mara River. The best time to visit this camp is in July and stay until the middle of November.
Enjoy a full day of game drive in the park.
The Serengeti is Tanzania's oldest and most popular National Park. A UNESCO World Heritage site and recently proclaimed 7th wonder of the world, Serengeti is famed for its annual migration where some six million hooves pound the open plains. Serengeti offers an exotic game-viewing experience in the whole of Africa giving you an up-close look at the animals you've only seen in National Geographic: great herds of buffalo, smaller groups of elephant and giraffe, and thousands of elands, topi, kongoni, impala and Grant's gazelle.
Accommodation: Central Serengeti Luxury Camp
This is a high-end, small bush camp in the heart of the Serengeti National Park that aims to provide visitors with a real wild experience. It’s a few kilometers north of Seronera’s wildlife reserve, which offers the good permanent game. There are 12 tents in all. It is the most luxurious and undoubtedly the smartest resort in Serengeti. The furniture and accessories have been selected for their opulent appearance and modern safari style.
We’ll depart after breakfast for the Ngorongoro Crater viewing. By sunset, we go straight to your accommodation.
Ngorongoro is an extensive highland area along the eastern arm of the Great Rift Valley, with the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater as its focal point. It is not a national park in the strict sense of the word but was rather established to conserve wildlife and other natural resources. It exists to safeguard the interests of indigenous people as well as promote tourism.
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
The newest addition to our group, Marera Valley Lodge is also near Karatu, closer to the village of Rhotia and very convenient to the main road with good access to Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro. This elegant lodge has stellar views over the valley.
We look forward to your visit when we can offer you true Tanzanian hospitality and a warm welcome
After breakfast, we drive to our final destination on this epic safari – Lake Manyara National Park. This, a relatively small but diverse park, 120km west of Arusha, is so named for the shallow Salt Lake that covers some seventy percent of the surface area, flooding and drying with the seasons and home to thousands of flamingos and in the extraordinary region of 500 other bird species. On our exploration of the park, we will see monkeys, giraffes, zebra, wildebeests, buffalo, elephants, and, with some luck, lions lounging in the trees. The park is known for its diverse landscapes; not only open grassy plains but also primate-filled woodlands and baobab dotted cliffs. After lunch, we head back to Arusha, where we will arrive in the late afternoon, our adventure at its inevitable end, with all the sights and sounds of wild East Africa tucked away in our minds for our adventure in life’s journey.
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
