Overview
About This Safari
This 6-Day Great Migration Luxury Safari – Calving Season takes you from the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire to the wildlife-filled plains of Central Serengeti and into Ndutu, one of Tanzania’s key areas for the annual wildebeest calving season.
In just 6 days, you’ll explore Tarangire National Park, Central Serengeti, Ndutu, and the Ngorongoro Crater while enjoying comfortable luxury accommodation, private safari experiences, and expertly guided game drives.
6 days, perfectly paced – what to expect:
Tarangire National Park – Discover large elephant herds, ancient baobabs, diverse birdlife, and scenic savannah landscapes.
Central Serengeti – Experience excellent year-round wildlife viewing and search for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and other resident wildlife.
Ndutu – Spend two nights exploring the seasonal calving grounds, where wildebeest gather and predators are often drawn to the abundance of young animals.
Ngorongoro Crater – Finish with a crater game drive among a remarkable concentration of wildlife before returning to Arusha.
The route combines Tarangire, Central Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro without rushing the key wildlife areas. The two-night stay in Ndutu gives you valuable time to explore the calving region and follow wildlife activity at a more relaxed pace.
Start / End
Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport -> Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport / Zanzibar
Group size
1-100 people
Difficulty
Moderate
Minimum age
2+
Safari Snapshot
A quick look at the route, day by day.
Day 1
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park safari Scenic game drive Picnic lunch
The Retreat at Ngorongoro
Day 2
Karatu – Central Serengeti
Serengeti game drive Picnic lunch
Serengeti acacia bliss
Day 3
Central Serengeti – Ndutu
Serengeti game drive Picnic lunch
Safari Haven Tented Camp
Day 4
Full-Day Ndutu Calving Experience
Ndutu game drive Picnic lunch
Safari Haven Tented Camp
Day 5
Ndutu – Karatu
Ndutu game drive Picnic lunch
Safari Haven Tented Camp
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Early game drive at Ngorongoro crater Picnic lunch
Ways to Customize This Trip
- Adjust the balance of safari, beach time and optional Zanzibar activities
- Upgrade accommodation and add private activities or extra safari nights
Where you go
Route
- Day 1 Ngorongoro Crater
- Days 2–5 Central Serengeti
Day by Day
Here is how the days run. We can adjust the route around your dates and the pace you want.
1 Day 1 Arusha – Tarangire National Park The Retreat at Ngorongoro / Lunch, Dinner
Depart Arusha after breakfast and drive to Tarangire National Park for your first game drive.
Explore the park’s iconic baobab-studded landscapes and look for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, and abundant birdlife. Enjoy a picnic or lodge lunch before continuing your afternoon game drive, then transfer to your luxury accommodation for dinner and overnight.
- Main stop: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation: The Retreat at Ngorongoro
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: Tarangire National Park safari Scenic game drive Picnic lunch
Accommodation - The Retreat at Ngorongoro
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The Retreat at Ngorongoro
Safari lodge / Luxury / Ngorongoro Crater
2 Day 2 Karatu – Central Serengeti Serengeti acacia bliss / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, depart Karatu and travel toward the Central Serengeti, entering the park through its scenic southern or central landscapes.
Enjoy game viewing along the way as you approach the Seronera Valley, renowned for its year-round wildlife. Spend the afternoon exploring the area before settling into your luxury lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
- Main stop: Karatu – Central Serengeti
- Accommodation: Serengeti acacia bliss
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: Serengeti game drive Picnic lunch
Accommodation - Serengeti acacia bliss
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Serengeti acacia bliss
Safari lodge / Luxury / Central Serengeti
3 Day 3 Central Serengeti – Ndutu Safari Haven Tented Camp / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a morning game drive in Central Serengeti before continuing south toward Ndutu. As you approach the seasonal plains, the landscape changes and wildlife activity can increase during the calving period.
Spend the afternoon exploring Ndutu on a private game drive, searching for wildebeest, zebras, predators, and other wildlife before your overnight stay.
- Main stop: Central Serengeti – Ndutu
- Accommodation: Safari Haven Tented Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: Serengeti game drive Picnic lunch
Accommodation - Safari Haven Tented Camp
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Safari Haven Tented Camp
Tented camp / Luxury / Central Serengeti
4 Day 4 Full-Day Ndutu Calving Experience Safari Haven Tented Camp / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the entire day exploring the Ndutu area during the Great Migration calving season. With no major transfer scheduled, you can focus on wildlife and follow areas of activity at a relaxed pace. Look for wildebeest and newborn calves, while keeping an eye out for lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other predators attracted to the seasonal abundance.
- Main stop: Full-Day Ndutu Calving Experience
- Accommodation: Safari Haven Tented Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: Ndutu game drive Picnic lunch
Accommodation - Safari Haven Tented Camp
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Safari Haven Tented Camp
Tented camp / Luxury / Central Serengeti
5 Day 5 Ndutu – Karatu Safari Haven Tented Camp / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a final morning game drive around Ndutu, making the most of your time in the calving grounds.
After lunch, begin your journey toward Karatu, passing through the scenic landscapes surrounding the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Arrive at your luxury accommodation in the afternoon and enjoy a relaxed evening before tomorrow’s Ngorongoro Crater experience.
- Main stop: Ndutu – Karatu
- Accommodation: Safari Haven Tented Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: Ndutu game drive Picnic lunch
Accommodation - Safari Haven Tented Camp
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Safari Haven Tented Camp
Tented camp / Luxury / Central Serengeti
6 Day 6 Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha Breakfast, Lunch
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an early morning game drive, exploring its remarkable concentration of wildlife. Look for lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, hyenas, and, with luck, black rhino.
After the crater experience, ascend and continue to Arusha, arriving later in the afternoon with unforgettable memories of your luxury Tanzanian safari.
- Main stop: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Activities: Early game drive at Ngorongoro crater Picnic lunch
Accommodation
Where you stay on this trip. We can move the comfort level up or down when we plan your dates.
Tour Rates
This is the starting price for this trip. Your final quote is confirmed once we check your dates and availability.
| Season | Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Season | On request | From $3,662 | From $3,094 | From $3,057 | From $2,837 | From $2,723 | On request |
Prices are per person in USD and based on shared double/twin accommodation unless stated otherwise. Final pricing depends on travel dates, lodge availability, group size and route adjustments. Swipe horizontally to compare party sizes.
What's Included
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