Birth, Survival, and Raw Nature
7-Day The Great Wildebeest Calving Season Safari
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Calving Season
Duration
7 Days | 6 Nights
Destinations
Arusha, Serengeti Central, Ndutu, Serengeti South and Ngorongoro Crater
Pick Up
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Drop Off
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Where every sunrise brings new life, and every moment tells a story of survival
Best Time to Travel:
Wildebeest Calving Safari is best experienced between January and March, when the herds settle in Ndutu to give birth. Early booking is recommended, as space is limited during this special season.
Trip Highlights
Experience the awe-inspiring Wildebeest Calving Season with Social Adventure Safari, where over 500,000 newborns hit the ground in the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu plains between January and March. This natural wonder attracts big predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, setting the stage for thrilling wildlife encounters and rare photo opportunities.
From the rolling grasslands of Serengeti Central to the predator-rich plains of Ndutu and the lush crater floor of Ngorongoro, this itinerary delivers unforgettable moments every day. Travel with expert guides, enjoy handpicked lodges/camps, and witness the cycle of life unfold in one of the most dramatic wildlife spectacles on Earth.
Full Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Transfer to Arusha
Touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your Social Adventure Safari guide will greet you and transfer you to the lodge/ hotel in Arusha. As you travel, enjoy your first glimpses of local life and, if skies are clear, catch views of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. Settle into your peaceful lodge/hotel, relax after your journey, and enjoy a delicious dinner made from fresh local ingredients. Prepare for the exciting safari adventure that begins the next day.
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Day 2: Fly to Serengeti Central – Seronera Region
Start your day with a scenic flight from Arusha to Seronera Airstrip, offering stunning aerial views of Tanzania’s diverse landscapes. Upon arrival, embark on a game drive through Serengeti Central, famous for its large predator populations and classic savannah beauty. Explore the rich wildlife of the Seronera Valley, known as the “Big Cat Capital of Africa,” before arriving at your comfortable lodge or camp. Enjoy dinner and fall asleep to the wild sounds of the Serengeti.
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Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti Central
Spend the day tracking iconic big cats in the Seronera Valley, including lions lounging on kopjes, leopards draped in acacia trees, and cheetahs sprinting across the open plains. Along the way, encounter elephants, giraffes, hyenas, jackals, hippos, and massive herds of zebras and wildebeests spread across the golden savannah. This predator-rich region offers nonstop wildlife action and some of the best opportunities for big cat sightings in all of Africa. After a thrilling day of game viewing and photography, return to camp for a relaxing dinner and a peaceful overnight stay in the heart of the wild.
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Day 4: Scenic Game Drive to Ndutu Plains – Serengeti South
After breakfast, set out for a game drive en route to Ndutu, a seasonal hotspot in the Southern Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This region bursts with life during the calving season, attracting large herds of wildebeest and the predators that follow them. Along the way, enjoy wildlife sightings across shifting ecosystems, from acacia woodlands to open grasslands. Arrive at your lodge/camp in time for sunset, dinner, and overnight beneath the stars.
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Day 5: Full-Day Safari in Ndutu (Calving Season Focus)
Enjoy a full day immersed in the heart of the wildebeest calving season as thousands of newborns fill the Ndutu plains, bringing life and drama to the ecosystem. Watch lions, cheetahs, and hyenas track vulnerable herds, creating action-packed safari scenes. Your expert guide will position you for the best sightings and photography, ensuring you don’t miss any key moments. Explore the changing habitats throughout the day and return to camp filled with awe and unforgettable memories.
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Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Depart Ndutu and head to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s best places to see the Big Five in a single day. Descend into the 600-meter-deep caldera for a game drive surrounded by towering walls, soda lakes, acacia forests, and abundant wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch then proceed to Lake Magadi, home to flamingos, hippos, and grazing antelope. After a full day exploring this natural wonder, head to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Day 7: Return to Arusha – Lunch & Optional Zanzibar Extension
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive back to Arusha, taking in your last glimpses of northern Tanzania’s beautiful landscapes. Arrive at Arusha Coffee Lodge for a relaxing lunch before visiting Shanga, a social enterprise where artisans with disabilities create handmade crafts using recycled materials. Later, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international flight — or choose to extend your adventure for a beach holiday on Zanzibar Island. Thank you for choosing Social Adventure Safari — we hope to welcome you again!
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