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Tanzania · Tanzania Safaris
4 Days Ndutu Migration Safari Calving Season
- Duration
- 4 days / 2 nights
- Country
- Tanzania
- Style
- Tanzania Safaris, Wildlife Tours
- Travel
- Tailor-made
Overview
This Ndutu Migration Safari During Calving tour has been designed specifically to focus on and to increase your chance to see the great Serengeti wildebeest migration. The Southern Serengeti and Ndutu areas in Tanzania are the best locations for the months of January, February and March to witness thousands of wildebeest spread across the plains grazing on the rich short grass plains. Predator action is at its peak with great sightings of cheetah, lion, hyena and leopard and a very good chance to see adrenalin packed kills.
Route
- 1Arusha
- 2Serengeti South
- 3Serengeti Central Seronera
- 4Seronera
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day01 Fly Arusha to Ndutu
After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your Hotel in Arusha and then transferred to Arusha airport for your short time flight (50mins) to Serengeti North Ndutu Area. Upon arrival, you will meet your driver guide for a full day game drive in Ndutu to view the migration. In the evening, we’ll drive to the camp for dinner and overnight.
Lake Ndutu area, situated in the Ngorongoro conservation area, part of the southern Serengeti eco-system. Lake Ndutu is alkaline, like most of the other Rift lakes, however, the water is still drinkable and used 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 elephant, birds and resident game.
- Meals Lunch & Dinner
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Day02 Ndutu Area
You’ll have an early morning game drive at Ndutu Area and in the afternoon, back to the Camp for Lunch. You’ll also enjoy an evening game, then back to the camp for dinner and overnight.
Thorough explanation about this great world event that Tanzania is proud of will be provided. And in the evening as the sun goes down, Tanzania’s oldest and most popular national park, also a world heritage site and recently proclaimed a 7th worldwide wonder, the Serengeti is famed for its annual migration.
- Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day03 Ndutu Area - Seronera
Early in the morning, enjoy a hot air balloon safari, then back to the camp for your breakfast followed with an afternoon game drive en route to Serengeti Central (Seronera).
The park is well known for its healthy stock of other resident wildlife, particularly the “big five”, named for the five most prized trophies taken by hunters: Lion: the Serengeti is believed to hold the largest population of lions in Africa due in part to the abundance of prey species. More than 3,000 lions live in this ecosystem. African Leopard: these reclusive predators are commonly seen around.
HOT AIR BALLOON PER PERSON COST $546 (price are separate from the total price above)
- Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
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Day04 Drive to Arusha
Enjoy a morning game drive, then back to the camp for breakfast. Afterwards, we’ll drive back to Arusha. You’ll be dropped off to your Hotel booked on own arrangement.
- Meals Breakfast
What’s included
Included
- Park fees
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation as stated in the itinerary
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Not included
- International flights (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Services not mentioned in the program
- Items of a personal nature
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Frequently asked questions
What’s Included and Excluded in Every Tour?
The inclusions and exclusions vary by tour. Each tour has its specific set of inclusions and exclusions. Please refer to the individual tour page to see what is specifically included in that tour.
Can I Choose Other Accommodation Than What's Specified?
Yes, if you have a special preference, let us know, and we will offer alternatives from our vast network of company-owned and partner accommodations. Booking with us allows you to enjoy discounted rates as we have special agreements with our partners.
Will My Mobile/Cellular Phone Work During the Tour?
Yes, though signal strength may vary in different areas.
Is Tipping Required?
Tipping is not required but is recommended. The amount varies by country, but you should tip according to what you feel is appropriate.
What About My Special Diet and Food Preferences?
We cater to all diets, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, among others. Please inform us in advance about your dietary preferences.
What Are the Road Conditions Like?
Most safari parks have bumpy but manageable roads, with some roads being paved. Generally, guests do not view this as a problem.
Tailor-made
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