08 days

SERENGETI MIGRATION DURING CALVING SEASON

Tour Overview

Safari in Tanzania

On this 8 days Ndutu migration safari, you will get a unique opportunity to experience the most 4 incredible parks of the northern circuit of Tanzania which are Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Lake Ndutu which is our main target from December to April and during February it is the best time to witness the calving, Ngorongoro crater which is also known as unbroken caldera and Lastly Lake Manyara which is well known for its bird life and tree climbing lions

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Day to Day

Itinerary

You will be picked up from the airport by a Passionate Guides Representative and conveyed to your accommodation in Arusha where you will overnight, relax, and prepare in anticipation of the adventures to come

In the morning you will be collected from your lodgings in Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park on a good tarmac road across gently rolling Maasai plains with scattered acacia trees. As we zip along we pass many Maasai in their colorful dress walking on the roadside, riding bicycles, herding cattle and driving donkey’s carts.
Tarangire National Park, well known for its large elephant herds, is also host to a multitude of other creatures. From the open roof of our state of the art safari jeep we experience the seasonal swamps, savanna and life giving Tarangire River endeavoring to encounter a multitude of creatures from zebra to wildebeest, buffalo, elephant, and giraffe, to name but a few.
It is possible we will glimpse lion stalking prey or leopards watching, relaxing in the trees above. After our extensive game drive, we depart to drive to one of our carefully selected accommodation for dinner and overnight.

After breakfast, you will continue towards the fertile highlands where wheat and corn are grown by the Iraq people. Along the way we’ll pass through the mist-shrouded rainforests of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area where you might be lucky enough to see baboons, or even leopards and elephants in the dense undergrowth.
Passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you will be able to see the breath-taking Ngorongoro Crater before traveling onwards to the Serengeti National Park, which you will reach by midday.
The Serengeti National Park is the largest park in Tanzania with diverse landscapes and habitats, such as grassy plains, swamps, lakes, savannah and mountains. After an extensive game drive, you will drive to your accommodation where you will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

This entire day is set aside for game drives upon the central Serengeti. The Serengeti, the habitat of an abundance of wildlife such as impala, buffalo, crocodile, and hippo, is more well-known for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. The animals’ trek is determined by the rainfall and varies from year to year.
In November and December the animals move from the northern region, dominated by woodlands and hills, to the grassy plains of the south. During the longer rainy season from April to June they return to the north. Apart from the migrating herds, we may have the opportunity to see the resident predators, leopard, cheetah, and lion, fulfilling their role in the circle of life.
After an extensive game drive we head for our tented lodge for a hearty dinner and another night by the fire of relaxation and conversation under the sweeping majesty of the star bright African night out upon the ‘Endless Plain’.

After breakfast we will head to the Lake Ndutu region, situated in the Ngorongoro conservation area, a sublime landscape of the southern Serengeti eco-system. The drive takes approximately 3 hrs. Lake Ndutu, alkaline like most of the other Rift Valley Lakes, is however a viable source of H2O and is frequented by a wide array of the myriad wildlife here inhabiting.
We arrive in time for a delectable luncheon at the lodge or tented camp, and, with appetites sated, we undertake our afternoon game drive in the Ndutu region. The majority of the wildebeest migration can normally be found on the short-grass plains from December to April. The area is usually heavily populated with elephant, giraffe, over four hundred species of birds and a plethora of other resident game.
After an unforgettable day, we head for The Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp to dine and unwind by a fire on the plain under the star bright endless African night sky.

After our hearty breakfast, we head out to enjoy a full day game drive in the Ndutu region. We will endeavor to explore the range of different habitats found here that include swamps, woodland, soda lakes, and the world famous Serengeti short grass plains. We will see the awesome sight of the great thronging herds of wildebeest and zebra.
With our day of adventure drawing to an end , as the Shadows of the African night begin to descend we take our way back to The heritage camp to once more take our ease and seek vivification in conversation and a casting of our minds eye back over the sights and sounds of the day upon the Serengeti.

After breakfast you will head out for an en-route game drive through the Ndutu Area before embarking on your journey to Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO world heritage site, formed millions of years ago, is 600 m deep and covers roughly around 260 square kilometers. Due to its dense animal population of approximately 25 000, the Crater offers the best game viewing of all the parks in Tanzania.
You will arrive at the Crater rim before lunch. You will descend into the Crater and very quickly, you will be able to see wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, elephants and some of the more than 500 bird species in the area. With a little bit of luck you might catch a glimpse of the endangered black rhino through the grass.After lunch and a full afternoon inside the Crater, you will head to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

After breakfast, you will drive to our final destination on this epic safari – Lake Manyara National Park. This, a relatively small but diverse park, 120km west of Arusha is so named for the shallow salt lake that covers some seventy percent of the surface area, flooding and drying with the seasons and home to thousands of flamingo and in the extraordinary region of 500 other bird species.
On our exploration of the park we will see monkey, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, elephant and, with some luck, lions lounging in the trees. The park is known for its diverse landscapes; not only open grassy plains, but also primate-filled woodlands and baobab dotted cliffs.
After lunch, we head back to Arusha where we will arrive in the late afternoon, our adventure at its inevitable end, with all the sights and sounds of wild East Africa tucked away in our mind for our adventure in life’s journey.

Trip

INCLUSIONS

  • TRANSPORT: 4WD Luxury Safari Vehicle & All transfers to and from Airport
  • GUIDE: Services of a Professional Safari Guide
  • MEALS: 7 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches & 7 Dinners
  • ACCOMMODATION: Lodge/Tented Camps (7 nights)
  • FEES: Parks & Conservation Entry Fees
  • ACTIVITIES: Game Drives and Bushmen
Trip

EXCLUSIONS

  • FLIGHTS: International Flights/ Domestic
  • INSURANCE: Travel and personal accident insurance
  • TRAVEL DOCS: Visa, Passport, Vaccinations & Medicines
  • TIPS: Tips and Gratuities (recommendation $10-$20 per person per day)
  • DRINKS: Expenditure on alcoholic drinks, souvenirs and other personal items

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ACCOMMODATION


  • 1st Night

    Arusha Planet Lodge

  • 2nd Night

    Tarangire NdovuCamp

  • 3rd Night

    Manyara’s Secret Lodge

  • 4th & 5th Night

    Serengeti Serena Lodge

  • 6th Night

    Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

Optional Activities


  • Hot-Air Balloon rides in the Serengeti

    $550 per person
  • Night game drive in Manyara or Tarangire

    $177 per person

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Ultimate Guide

Certainly! Packing for a Tanzania safari tour requires some careful consideration. Here are some essential items to include:

Clothing

  • Lightweight, breathable clothing for hot weather (e.g., shorts, t-shirts, dresses)
  • Long-sleeved shirts and pants to protect against insects and the sun
  • Light jacket or sweater for cooler evenings
  • Hat or cap for sun protection ( Passionate Guide’s Hats available)
  • Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots

Safari Gears

  • Binoculars for wildlife spotting (1-extra is available in the car)
  • Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
  • Sunscreen (preferably with a high SPF)
  • Insect repellent (with DEET) to ward off mosquitoes and other bugs
  • Sunglasses
  • Flashlight or headlamp for nighttime activities

Travel Essentials

  • Valid passport and visa (Visa applicable online)
  • Necessary medications and prescriptions
  • Travel insurance documents
  • Reusable water bottle (will provide for you)
  • First aid kit with basic medical supplies (available in the car)
  • Snacks for the journey (granola bars, nuts, etc.)

Miscellaneous Items

  • Power adapter and converter for charging electronic devices (UK type G & D)
  • Waterproof bag or cover for protecting electronics from rain or dust
  • Cash in small denominations for tips and incidentals
  • Swimsuit (some lodges and camps have swimming pools)