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4-Day Wildebeest Calving Migration (Newborn Season)

Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

4-Day Wildebeest Calving Migration (Newborn Season)

5.0 / 5 · 498 reviews Offered by Safari Soles 4-Day

Overview

This short safari heading out to Ndutu to explore the great wildebeest migration. This trip takes you to one of the highlights of the greatest animal movement, the great migration which will be gathering in the mineral-rich Ndutu Plains for the calving season with 1000's newborns born daily and predators on the hunt, this trip will be unforgettable. This is a seasonal trip (late December to early March).

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

4-Day

Route

Arusha to Arusha

Via Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP), Ngorongoro Crater

Country & park

Tanzania / Ngorongoro Crater

Style

Mid-range safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Activities

game drives

Accommodation

Arusha Farm House - Mid-range lodge in Arusha (City) – Meals at Own Expense

Meals

Meals at Own Expense; All Meals Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

4-Day Wildebeest Calving Migration (Newborn Season)
Ngorongoro Crater visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Dec 14, 2026 - Apr 30, 2027 n/a* USD $1,705 USD
Dec 14, 2027 - Apr 30, 2028 n/a* USD $1,705 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

This tour is not available to solo travelers.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children of all ages. Children under 16 receive a discount and children under 4 are free.

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Route

Tour route map
country Tanzania
Start Arusha (Day 1)
Day 2-3 Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Day 4 Ngorongoro Crater
End Arusha (Day 4)

Tour Features

Mid-range tour

This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Not for solo travelers

Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.

Suitable for all ages

This tour is suitable for children of all ages.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Arusha Farm House

Day 1

Arusha Farm House

Mid-range lodge in Arusha (City) – Meals at Own Expense

Meals at Own Expense

Arusha Farm HouseArusha Farm HouseArusha Farm House
Safari Haven Migration Camp

Day 2

Safari Haven Migration Camp

Mid-range tented camp inside Serengeti NP – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Safari Haven Migration CampSafari Haven Migration CampSafari Haven Migration Camp
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Day 3

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Luxury lodge on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Ngorongoro Serena Safari LodgeNgorongoro Serena Safari LodgeNgorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Day 4

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Pick up from the airport

Day 1

Pick up from the airport

We will pick you up from the airport & transfer you to Arusha Farm House. A city sightseeing tour comes as part of the excursion on day 1. The city excursion will involve visiting the local markets, Masai market, cultural heritage & Arusha city museum. Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City) Meals at own expense Drinks not included

Destination: Arusha (City) Stay: Arusha Farm House Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City) Meals: Meals at own expense Drinks not included
Arusha to Ndutu

Day 2

Arusha to Ndutu

We will pick you up from the hotel with a packed lunch included & drive to Ndutu (about 5.5 hours, covering a distance of 260 km). After 2 hours of driving, we will enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will notice the landscape changing from hilly forests to plains and green grasslands. Sweeping grasslands cover the region which gradually fades into the Serengeti. Ndutu forms part of the route for the annual migration of more than 2 million wildebeest and thousands of zebra, antelope, and gazelle. During game drives in the right season (between December and April), we will be able to see the fertile plains turn into calving and nursery grounds for the great migration. This season attracts hordes of predators prying on vulnerable young wildebeest. Crested with Ndutu Lake and Lake Masek, these waterholes offer plenty of wildlife during the dry season. Ndutu is also the home ground for 6 species of big cats. Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP All meals included Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP) Stay: Safari Haven Migration Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)
Ndutu to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Day 3

Ndutu to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

In the morning after breakfast, we will head out for a game drive in the Ndutu area. After completing a half-day game drive along with a picnic lunch, we will branch out and head towards the Ngorongoro Crater rim. The 75 km drive to the rim will take about 2.5 hrs with mild game action to see on the way. The crater is one of Africa’s impressive geological attractions and a supreme mecca of wilderness. The day comes to an end with dinner and a good rest in your accommodation. Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater All meals included Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP) Stay: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater Meals: All meals included Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)
Ngorongoro Crater Tour (Ngorongoro to Arusha)

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater Tour (Ngorongoro to Arusha)

On the last day of your safari, we will have an early start. Finishing up with a quick breakfast, we will make an early descend at around 6:30 am into the crater floor. The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest inactive, intact and unfilled volcanic caldera. It has a massive floor of about 260 sq. km with a depth of over 2,000 feet. The 5/6-hour game drive on the crater floor will show us a lot of animal action. Keeping the camera ready is definitely recommended. Animals like the African elephant, buffalo, black rhino, hippo, hyena, cheetah, and lion are found in abundance. After the picnic lunch at the beautiful hippo pool, we will begin a steep ascent to the top exit of the crater. This is the last leg of your safari, with a 4-hour drive left to Arusha. You will be dropped off at your preferred location in Arusha in the evening or transferred to the airport. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$25.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Arusha
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Safari Soles
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Safari Soles

5.0 operator rating 500 reviews

safari soles is a mid-size company dedicated to sharing an adventurous journey of exploring the life and beauty of our country, like our clients we are passionate to learn, discover & explore the vast corners of the world. we, therefore, understand the excitement, constant thinking and yearning for every hour of every day that a journey may cause and therefore invite you to partner with us on a stress-free journey in exploring this beautiful country with joy & much-needed fun!!!.

Offices In

Tanzania, United Kingdom, Kenya

Size

50-100 employees (Founded in 2018)

Member Of

ATTA, TTB, KPAP & TAT0

Tour Types

Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day

Destinations

Kenya, Tanzania

Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

Flexible, client oriented, excellent customer service

Safari Soles is a very reliable safari tours operator responding in a flash to your enquiries regarding possible safari itineraries, choice of loggies and providing any alterations whenever requested, fully assisting you during your dream journey in the wild. Our safari was a tailored made one, short but very intensive. Every minute of it was used to a maximum and our safari guide Simon went out of his way to make us see what we haven't even dreamed of like a successful cheetah hunt with a fantastic view of both the hunters and the prey. We fully recomend the company itself and especially the professional tour guide Simon. A lot depends on the engagement and dedication of your safari guide if your safari experience is to remain memorable. We will never forget ours as it was outstanding.

Ewa & Dorota · Poland

Verified

Phenomenal experience of a lifetime

The most amazing trip that far exceeded all expectations. Planning, communication and interaction were all excellent, as was the hospitality and food we received in the places we stayed. They respected our requirements and budget and put together an incredible itinerary. We had an outstanding, knowledgeable and thoughtful guide who looked after us all so well and answered our multiple questions with enthusiasm and fascinating and informative information. We saw so much wildlife including birds and plants which Omar was able to tell us about. It simply could not have been a better or more enriching and exciting few days. I would highly recommend Safari Soles and would definitely recommend the tented camps in the Serengeti (where lots of the drives are off road) and Tarangire parks. Thank you to all the team for a trip of a lifetime which exceeded all our expectations. Hopefully we’ll be back one day.

Caroline · United Kingdom

Verified

An Unforgettable Northern Circuit Honeymoon

Our 6-Day Northern Circuit Honeymoon Safari (Nov 29 – Dec 4, 2025) with Safari Soles was the most extraordinary travel experience we’ve ever had. From the planning stages, Oken ensured everything was seamless. He thoughtfully tailored our itinerary to align with our interests, honeymoon expectations, and pacing preferences. Communication was clear, logistics were effortless, and we felt confident and supported before we ever stepped foot in Tanzania. Safari Monster Simon, our safari guide, elevated the experience even further. With formal training in tourism and African ecology, he didn’t simply locate wildlife - he interpreted entire ecosystems. He explained watershed systems, fire ecology, predator-prey behavior, medicinal plants, and conservation policy with depth and clarity. As someone who works professionally in sustainability and conservation, I can confidently say this was the most impressive eco-tourism experience I’ve encountered. Simon’s tracking ability was extraordinary, spotting subtle movement at full speed and positioning us perfectly for unforgettable sightings. As a newer birder, I logged over 100 new species thanks to his expertise. His passion also extended to photography - he brought professional camera equipment and generously shared breathtaking wildlife images with us at no additional cost. Many of those photos will be framed to hang in our home. The vehicle was modern and comfortable, and each lodge offered exceptional hospitality, stunning views, and outstanding food. Our final day with Enock (also a rockstar of a guide!) for the Kilimanjaro hike, waterfall visit, coffee tour, and hot springs provided a wonderful cultural and scenic conclusion to the trip. Safari Soles created an experience that felt personal, immersive, and flawlessly executed from start to finish. We are already planning our return and would recommend them to anyone we know for an absolutely amazing experience anywhere in Tanzania.

Ngorongoro Crater walking tour with a herd of giraffes nearby
A male and female pair of little bee eaters, photo by Safari Monster Simon
A spotted hyena at golden hour, photo by Safari Monster Simon
Two cheetah brothers in the Serengeti, photo by Safari Monster Simon

Haley W · United States

Verified

The best Tanzania Safari

Our Tanzania safari was absolutely unforgettable! We saw the Big Five and even witnessed a breathtaking cheetah hunt. A huge thank you to our guide—Zablon, he’s simply the best!

Photo by Yannis
Photo by Yannis
Photo by Yannis

Yannis · China

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

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Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children of all ages. Children under 16 receive a discount and children under 4 are free.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Arusha Farm House - Mid-range lodge in Arusha (City) – Meals at Own Expense. Meals: Meals at Own Expense

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Arusha

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

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Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Safari Soles, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.

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