Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari
TRIP DURATION
6 Days
BEST TIME TO GO
Year-round destination
TRIP TYPE
Wildlife Safari / Culture
DESTINATIONS
Serengeti/Ngorongoro
Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari
December - March
Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari covers the 3 most popular destinations in Tanzania - Ndutu, Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. This tour will began in Arusha and ends in Arusha. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
According to the last few years pattern, the possibility of sighting the migration in the Ndutu region is from last week of December to March. Hence, this tour is recommended for the tour dates between the last weeks of December to March only.
Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari offers an incredible opportunity to witness one of nature's most spectacular events. Located in the Ndutu region of Tanzania, this safari takes you into the heart of the Serengeti ecosystem, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and other herbivores migrate in search of fresh grazing grounds.
During the months of December to March, the Ndutu area serves as a critical stopover for the Great Migration as the herds move south in pursuit of nutrient-rich grasslands. This period coincides with the calving season, adding an extra layer of drama and excitement to the safari experience as newborn calves take their first steps alongside their mothers.
The landscape of Ndutu is characterized by vast plains dotted with acacia trees and seasonal marshes, providing an ideal habitat for wildlife viewing. Apart from the wildebeest and zebras, visitors may also encounter predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, taking advantage of the abundance of prey.
Guided game drives in open-sided vehicles offer unparalleled opportunities to observe and photograph the wildlife up close, while knowledgeable guides provide insights into the behavior and ecology of the animals. Additionally, walking safaris and cultural visits to Maasai villages can enhance your understanding of the region's rich biodiversity and cultural heritage.
Accommodations in Ndutu range from luxury tented camps to rustic lodges, all offering a comfortable base from which to explore the wilderness. Whether you're a seasoned safari enthusiast or embarking on your first African adventure, the Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari promises an unforgettable experience amidst the awe-inspiring beauty of the Serengeti.
YOUR SAFARI INCLUDES
- 3 days exploring Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
- 2 nights’ accommodations in a tented camp/lodges
- Full board meals
- Free Airport pickup and drop off
- A professional tour guide-driver
- All parks entrances fees and concessions fees
- Transportation with 4×4 safari vehicles with an opened roof
- Guaranteed window seat for photographing
- Mineral water
- Other dietary requirements on request
YOUR SAFARI INCLUDES
- 6 days exploring Ndutu region, Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater
- 5 nights’ accommodations in a tented camp/lodges
- Full board meals
- Free Airport pickup and drop off
- A professional tour guide-driver
- All parks entrances fees and concessions fees
- Transportation with 4×4 safari vehicles with an opened roof
- Guaranteed window seat for photographing
- Mineral water
- Other dietary requirements on request
YOUR SAFARI EXCLUDES
- Guide gratitude / tips recommended US$ 20/ person/ day
- Items of a personal nature
- Additional Accommodation before and after the safari
- Domestic and international flights
- Alcohol & soft drinks
- Government imposed increases of taxes or park fees
- Travel insurance and visas
SAFARI OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
- Balloon rides US$ 550 per person
- Ngorongoro Crater rim walk (US$ 35 per person)
- Ndutu Marsh Walk (US$ 60 per person)
Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari Itinerary
Day By Day
Day 1 of Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari: Arusha to Ndutu (South of Ngorongoro)
Your safari will begin by 7am in the morning with a pick up from your hotel at Arusha and head towards the Ndutu region. You’ll enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Ngorongoro) where you will notice the landscape changing from hilly forests to plain and green grasslands. Once you reach Ndutu you will begin a half day game drive with a convenient stop for your picnic lunch. Sweeping grasslands cover the region which gradually fades into the Serengeti.
Accommodations:
Luxury: Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge / Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Midrange: Gnu Migration Camp / Africa Safari Ndutu
Day 2 & 3 of Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari: Ndutu (South Ngorongoro)
These 2 days you get another chance for Mourning and afternoon game viewing in this beautiful wildlife spectacle at Ndutu. The Ndutu region is a part of the glorious Serengeti National Park as well as the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Ndutu forms a part of the route for the annual migration of more than 2 million wildebeests and thousands of zebra, antelope and gazelle. During game drives at the right season between December and April, you will be able to see the fertile plains turn into calving grounds and nursery for the great migration. This season attracts hordes of predators prying on vulnerable young wildebeest.
Accommodations:
Luxury: Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge / Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Midrange: Gnu Migration Camp / Africa Safari Ndutu
Day 4 of Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari: Ndutu (South Ngorongoro) to Central Serengeti
The excitement for today will be quite high as you make your way into the most celebrated wildlife park in the world – The Serengeti. After finishing up a good breakfast, you will head out towards the central Serengeti National Park and travel in the midst of the never ending plain grasslands. The Serengeti also houses the glorious “Big 5” (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard). Along with the “Big 5”, a very pleasant sighting would be one of Africa’s most beautiful animals – The Impala. The Serengeti ecosystem supports the greatest remaining concentration of plains game in Africa.
The eventful day comes to an end with a heavy dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation.
Accommodations:
Luxury: Kubukubu Tented Lodge / Sametu Camp / Serengeti Serena Lodge
Midrange: Shuhudia Adventure Camp /Into Wild Africa Tented Camp
Day 5 of Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari: Olduvai Gorge Visit & Maasai Village
After breakfast, you will depart for the Ngorongoro conservation area with short stops at Maasai Village for cultural interactions as well as Olduvai Gorge en-route. At the gorge you will be able to learn about some of the earliest human remains that were discovered in the area, helping fill in some of the missing gaps in the human evolutionary story. Later you will make your way to your lodge at the rim of the crater where you will be able to enjoy some lunch and spend the rest of your day at leisure.
Accommodations
Luxury: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge / Ngorongoro Serena / Lemala Ngorongoro
Midrange: Rhino Lodge / Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp / Ngorongoro Wild Camp
Day 6 of Ndutu Wildebeest Migration Safari: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Depart after an early breakfast at the lodge for a full day crater tour game drive with picnic lunch. In the late afternoon, we’ll drive to Arusha town for the dinner and overnight stay at your own arranged accommodation.
With an incredible experience and loads of memories to cherish, this is the time you bid goodbye to your team.
Accommodations
No accommodation ( End of safari)