6 Days Ndutu Wildebeest Migration

Wildebeest and zebras in the Serengeti ecosystem are the main stay of “the greatest show on Earth.” They are part of the largest migratory movement of wild animals anywhere in the world, with over 2 million ungulates constantly moving in search of pastures and water. Between December and March, the herds gather on the short grass plains, which stretch through southern Serengeti (Ndutu area). During the calving season, between January and February more than 4 thousands calves are dropped in a day.

Tour Highlights

  • Admire baobab, and elephants in Tarangire
  • Spot the big 5 in Ngorongoro, and Serengeti
  • Witness the spectacular great migration through the Ndutu & Serengeti
  • Great sightings of lions, and cheetahs in Ndutu

Day by day

Day 1:
Welcome to Tanzania

Welcome to Tanzania

Once you set foot in Tanzanian soil, you will immediately be embraced by the friendly nature of the people. Outside our representative awaits with a broad simile to welcome you, and accompany you to the lodge where you will receive heartfelt welcome. During the journey, you will catch a glimpse of Tanzania amazing landscape, and perhaps the ever presence Impressive Mt. Kilimanjaro. Upon arrival, we will be provided with a briefing for your entire safari.

Destination: Arusha

Accommodations: Kibo palace Hotel or Similar

Day 2:
Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Breakfast: At the lodge.

Morning: Tarangire National Park is named after Tarangire River that flows through its borders. One of its main highlights undoubtedly the large herds of majestic elephants, who thrive in the abundant food source available, making them bigger, and stronger than in any other place.

The parks landscape is also filled with many ancient baobab trees some of which are believed to be over 700yrs old, which adds to the stunning beauty of the landscape.

Keep your eyes peeled as you explore the park, and you may also spot lion, leopard, cheetah, buffalo, waterbucks, and more than 400 bird spices have been recorded here.

Lunch: We will enjoy a picnic lunch in the park.

Afternoon: After lunch, we’ll continue our game-viewing drive to witness the wildlife of Tarangire National Park. Afterwards, we’ll head to our, permanent lodge in the midst of Ngorongoro highland.

Dinner: At the lodge.

Evening: You are free to remain in the lounge area to discuss the day’s activities.

Destination: Tarangire National Park

Meals included: B L D

Accommodations: Eileen’s Trees Inn or Similar

Day 3:
Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Serengeti National Park

Breakfast: At the lodge.

Morning: Tarangire National Park is named after Tarangire River that flows through its borders. One of its main highlights undoubtedly the large herds of majestic elephants, who thrive in the abundant food source available, making them bigger, and stronger than in any other place.

The parks landscape is also filled with many ancient baobab trees some of which are believed to be over 700yrs old, which adds to the stunning beauty of the landscape.

Keep your eyes peeled as you explore the park, and you may also spot lion, leopard, cheetah, buffalo, waterbucks, and more than 400 bird spices have been recorded here.

Lunch: We will enjoy a picnic lunch in the park.

Afternoon: After lunch, we’ll continue our game-viewing drive to witness the wildlife of Tarangire National Park. Afterwards, we’ll head to our, permanent lodge in the midst of Ngorongoro highland.

Dinner: At the lodge.

Evening: You are free to remain in the lounge area to discuss the day’s activities.

Destination: Tarangire National Park

Meals included: B L D

Accommodations: Eileen’s Trees Inn or Similar

Day 4:
Serengeti National Park to Ndutu Area

Breakfast: At the camp.

Morning: Full days game drive in Serengeti National Park with packed lunch till late evening. Then make your way to Ndutu . Serengeti does not disappoint when it comes to rich game viewing. Annually, from May to December, millions of animals embark on a migration that brings them from central Serengeti from Kenya’s Maasai Mara and back again in an incredible spectacle. Even during the ‘down-time’, vast herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle roam here, along with groups of elephants, giraffes, and buffalo. As the lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and jackals stalk them.

Dinner:  At the camp.

Evening: You are free to remain in the main dining tent area or around the campfire to discuss the day’s wildlife with fellow group members, or retire to your tent to rest before tomorrow’s day of discoveries.

Destination: Ndutu Region

Meals included: B L D

Accommodations: Tanzania Bush Camp or Similar

Day 5:
Ngorongoro Ndutu Plains

Breakfast: At the camp.

The Ndutu plains are seasonal location tucked between the NCAA and Serengeti, allowing off-road game drives, perfect for migration viewing.

The Great Migration is a perpetual movement of over 1.5 million of wildebeest, zebra, antelope and other migratory wildlife in search of fresh food and water. From January to February, Ndutu is expected to have a dense concentration of migratory herds, as it hosts the highly anticipated calving season.

With the gathering of the Great Migration along with thousands of baby calves born every day, predators such as lion, cheetah, leopard, and hyena will also follow in a desperate fight for survival.

Be alert for the striped hyena, a rare carnivore which prefers the Ndutu area and often spotted at dusk or dawn.

Destination: Ndutu

Meals included: B L D

Accommodations: Tanzania Bush Camp or Similar.

Day 6:
Ndutu Region to Arusha

Breakfast: At the camp.

Morning: We’ll set out to explore the vast expanse of the Ndutu, where the wildlife sightings are typically at their peak in the early mornings, when the temperature cools. The multitude and diversity of wildlife species in this area are unrivaled, with great sighting of lions, cheetah, hyena, great migration & birds.

Lunch: enjoy your picnic in the wilderness.

Evening: you will be transferred to the airport to catch your flight back home.

Suggestion.

You can extend your holiday with a visit to the crystal clear waters of the tropical Island of Zanzibar or Pemba.

Destination: Kilimanjaro airport

Meals included: B L 

Accommodations: No accommodation

Included

  •  Airport transfer before, and after the safari
  • Safari according to the itinerary
  • Transportation on a well- maintained 4×4 safari Land cruiser
  • UNLIMITED Game drives
  • Well-trained safari guide
  • All accommodations as per itinerary
  • Meals according to the itinerary
  • Unlimited Mineral water on game drives
  • Tea and coffee stop on game drives
  • All National Park Fees

Excluded

  • International flights
  • Airport taxes
  • All meals and drinks not specified
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance.

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