4 Day Ndutu Migration

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Tour Type

4 Day Tanzania Safari Packages

Wildlife drama unfolds during the Ndutu Migration in Tanzania’s Serengeti region.

OVERVIEW

Embark on a thrilling 4-day safari to Ndutu, Tanzania, and witness one of nature’s most spectacular wildlife events: the wildebeest calving season. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be immersed in the heart of Africa’s wilderness, where vast herds of wildebeest and zebras roam the golden plains and newborn calves attract an abundance of predators. Lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas are constantly on the move, creating dramatic predator-prey encounters that make every moment unforgettable. Guided by expert safari guides from Nelwen Tours and Safaris, this adventure combines adrenaline-pumping wildlife sightings with stunning landscapes, ensuring a safari experience filled with excitement, discovery, and memories that last a lifetime.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arusha to Ndutu

Start your safari adventure early from Arusha, driving through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area to the Ndutu plains. As you arrive, jump straight into action-packed game drives across golden savannahs, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather. The calving season brings a high concentration of newborn calves, and predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas are actively hunting, offering spectacular wildlife encounters that immerse you in Africa’s raw wilderness.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Client selection public campsite / Tented Camp/ Lodges

Day 2: Ndutu Plains – Calving Season Excitement

Spend the day exploring Ndutu’s heart, where the migration reaches its dramatic peak. Witness herds moving across the plains, predator-prey interactions unfolding in real time, and lion prides teaching their cubs to hunt. Each game drive delivers breathtaking scenes, perfect for photography and wildlife enthusiasts. Optional add-ons include a hot air balloon ride over the plains at sunrise or a walking safari to explore smaller wildlife and track predator footprints up close.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Client selection public campsite / Tented Camp/ Lodges

Day 3: Ndutu Migration Safari

Follow the wildebeest and zebra herds as they graze and move across Ndutu. The calving season ensures nonstop action, with predators taking advantage of the newborns. Cheetahs stealthily hunting, lions stalking the herds, and hyenas roaming strategically create an unforgettable wildlife spectacle. Optional activities include guided photography sessions with your safari expert or a scenic sunset game drive for dramatic lighting and incredible views.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Client selection public campsite / Tented Camp/ Lodges

Day 4: Ndutu to Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Arusha

Conclude your safari with a drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the crater for a final game drive, spotting elephants, buffaloes, zebras, lions, and the elusive black rhino. The crater’s dense wildlife population offers a grand finale to your calving-season adventure before returning to Arusha, leaving you with memories of one of Africa’s most thrilling wildlife spectacles.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Best Time to See the Calving Season

December to March – This is when wildebeest give birth in the Ndutu area, attracting predators like lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas.
Highlights: Thousands of newborn calves, intense predator-prey action, excellent photography opportunities.

Tip: For a true Ndutu Migration adventure, plan your safari between late December and March, when predator activity and wildlife drama are at their peak.