6 Days Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Dec-March

Duration6 days

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This 6-day Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari from late December to March is timed perfectly to witness one of nature’s most dramatic spectacles—the calving season during the Great Migration. You'll explore the Southern Serengeti (Ndutu area) and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where thousands of wildebeest gather to give birth, attracting predators and offering thrilling wildlife action. Game drives here provide close encounters with lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and newborn calves in the open plains. What sets this safari apart is its focus on a specific, action-packed season with fewer crowds, allowing for intimate wildlife viewing, professional guiding, and comfortable stays near the migration hotspots. It’s ideal for wildlife photographers, nature lovers, and adventure seekers who want to experience a raw, powerful moment in the animal kingdom—while enjoying personalized service and scenic landscapes throughout the journey.

What's included

Private transportation
Entrance fee
Government Fees
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Airport/Departure Tax
Guide

What to expect

Day 1: Arusha-Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park
6h

Your safari adventure begins with a morning pick-up from Arusha (or Kilimanjaro airport) and a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Tarangire National Park, famed for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds. On your first game drive, expect to see zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, and perhaps elusive leopards. After a picnic lunch inside the park, continue exploring before checking in at your midrange tented lodge, where you’ll enjoy sunset views, a freshly cooked dinner, and your first night in the African bush.

Day 2: Tarangire – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Ngorongoro Crater
8h · Admission ticket included

After breakfast, drive toward the lush Ngorongoro Highlands for a Crater tour. The Crater is home for African Big five animals including lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and on a luck day you may encounter the black rhinos. Enjoy your delightful lunch by the hippo pool and later on ascend from the Crater and drive to Ndutu the Northern part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, upon arrival at your lodge in Ndutu, relax over dinner with cool highland air preparing you for the next day’s adventure.

Day 3: Full Day in Ndutu

Ndutu Lake
6h · Admission ticket included

Spend a full day in the Ndutu plains, the heart of the wildebeest calving grounds. December through March is peak birthing season, with over 8,000 calves born daily during the peak — attracting intense predator action from lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. You’ll explore off-road in areas permitted in Ndutu, allowing for up-close encounters. Expect thrilling predator-prey interactions, massive herds of wildebeest and zebra, and rich birdlife. Enjoy lunch in the bush and return to camp for storytelling by the campfire and dinner under the stars.

Day 4: Ndutu-Serengeti National Park (Central)

Serengeti National Park
7h

After breakfast, depart for the Central Serengeti, taking in another game drive en route. This region is rich with wildlife year-round and offers great chances to see resident big cats, especially leopards along the Seronera River. Stop for a picnic lunch and continue with an afternoon game drive before arriving at your midrange tented camp. Watch the sun dip behind acacia trees as you dine in the wilderness and listen to the distant calls of hyenas and lions.

Day 5: Full Day in Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park
8h

After breakfast, depart for a game drive focusing on Central part of Serengeti National Park, this region is rich in wildlife year-round and offers great chances to see resident big cats, especially leopards along the Seronera River. Stop for a picnic lunch and continue with an afternoon game drive before arriving at your midrange tented camp. Watch the sun dip behind acacia trees as you dine in the wilderness and listen to the distant calls of hyenas and lions.

Day 6: Serengeti National Park-Arusha

Serengeti National Park
2h

After breakfast at the camp, you’ll board a scheduled flight to Arusha (price inclusive).Upon arrival in Arusha, you'll be dropped at Arusha Airport if you are extending your adventure to Zanzibar or else you will be transferred by car to the Kilimanjaro International Airport depending on your onward travel plans.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Upon arrival at Arusha Airport, our guide—dressed in full Herbivore African Expeditions uniform—will greet you with a warm smile. Look for your name on a sign and our logo on his shirt. He’ll assist with luggage and escort you to your accommodation.

End point

Upon arrival at Arusha Airport, our guide—dressed in full Herbivore African Expeditions uniform—will greet you with a warm smile. Look for your name on a sign and our logo on his shirt. He’ll assist with luggage and escort you to your accommodation.

Pickup details

We will pick you up at the meeting point being Arusha/Kilimanjaro Airport, as you land head direct to the arrival hall, our driver will be waiting for travelers with a sign of their name on hand.

Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.