- Arusha, Tanzania
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Experience the Great Migration calving season in Tanzania with this 8-day safari to Ndutu, Serengeti, Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Ideal from December to April.
Witness one of nature’s greatest spectacles — the Great Migration calving season — on this 8-day adventure through Tanzania’s wildlife-rich southern circuit. From Tarangire’s elephant herds and the flamingo-filled shores of Lake Manyara, to the Ndutu plains and Serengeti grasslands teeming with wildebeest and newborn calves, this safari delivers unmatched game viewing. You’ll also descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, home to the endangered black rhino and a staggering concentration of wildlife.
Perfect from December to April, when the herds gather in Southern Serengeti and Ndutu.
“Whether it’s your first safari or a short stop in Tanzania, this journey delivers unforgettable memories in just a few days.”
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, a representative from Tobiko Adventure will meet you and transfer you to your accommodation in Arusha. Settle in, unwind from your journey, and prepare for the exciting days ahead.
Accommodation: Included—at a selected lodge or camp in Arusha
Meals: Dinner not included
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its ancient baobab trees, dramatic landscapes, and massive elephant herds. The life-giving Tarangire River draws wildlife year-round, including giraffes, wildebeest, lions, leopards, and over 500 bird species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park, then continue to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Included – at a selected mid-range lodge in Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Journey through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a stop to view the Ngorongoro Crater. Then descend into the Serengeti, world-renowned for its open plains, abundant predators, and seasonal Great Migration.
Arrive in Central Serengeti for your first taste of the wild.
Accommodation: Included – at a selected tented camp in Central Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Explore Central Serengeti’s diverse landscapes, where you’re likely to see lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and countless antelope. Game drives can be tailored to your preference — full-day with picnic lunch or split morning and afternoon sessions.
Accommodation: Included – at a selected tented camp in Central Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
After breakfast, drive south into the Ndutu region, part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where the herds of the Great Migration gather between December and April.
Ndutu’s open plains, acacia woodlands, and seasonal lakes provide a dramatic backdrop for thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles — often shadowed by predators.
Accommodation: Included – at a selected mid-range seasonal tented camp in Ndutu
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Spend a full day exploring the Ndutu area during the wildebeest calving season. Between January and March, over half a million calves are born — attracting predators like cheetahs, hyenas, lions, and leopards. With luck, you may witness a chase or a newborn taking its first steps.
Accommodation: Included – at a selected mid-range seasonal tented camp in Ndutu
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Enjoy a scenic drive back through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After lunch, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural amphitheater teeming with wildlife.
Spot black rhinos, elephants, hippos, lions, and flamingos in this compact, biodiverse paradise.
After the game drive, head to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Included – at a selected mid-range lodge in Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
On your final day, visit Lake Manyara National Park, a small but vibrant park nestled between the Great Rift Escarpment and a shallow alkaline lake.
Look for tree-climbing lions, baboons, flamingos, and forest elephants during your game drive. Enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to Arusha or being dropped off at the airport.
Accommodation: Not included (can be arranged)
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Ready to explore Tanzania’s wildlife, culture, and landscapes? Let Tobiko Adventure craft your perfect journey. Book now and let the adventure begin!
