7-Day Luxury Safari: Witnessing the Calving Season in the Serengeti
Experience the marvel of the Great Migration during the calving season, a time when the plains of the Serengeti come alive with newborn life. This 7-day luxury safari is designed to offer guests an intimate view of this remarkable event, where hundreds of thousands of wildebeest give birth over a few weeks. The itinerary includes luxury accommodations and expert guidance to ensure a memorable and comfortable safari experience.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to a luxury hotel in Arusha. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing in the hotel’s plush settings or opting for a gentle exploration of Arusha’s cultural sights. The evening includes a welcome dinner where you will meet your guide and discuss the upcoming safari adventures.
Day 2: Arusha to Ndutu Region
After breakfast, take a light aircraft flight to the Ndutu region, perfectly timed for the calving season in the southern Serengeti. Check into a luxury mobile camp, strategically positioned to offer the best access to the calving grounds. Enjoy an afternoon game drive focused on witnessing the first steps of newborn wildebeest and the interactions of predator and prey.
Day 3 & 4: Exploring Ndutu
Spend two full days in the Ndutu area, where the concentration of wildlife is at its peak during the calving season. Your experienced guide will lead morning and afternoon drives to areas where you are most likely to witness births and predator action, including lions, cheetahs, and hyenas drawn to the abundance of vulnerable prey.
Day 5: Ndutu to Central Serengeti
Travel from Ndutu to the central Serengeti, observing the movement of the herds and enjoying game drives along the way. The central Serengeti offers expansive views and varied wildlife, making it a perfect complement to the intense calving season experience. Check into another luxurious lodge and enjoy a sunset game drive.
Day 6: Full Day in Central Serengeti
Explore the diverse ecosystems of the central Serengeti with full-day game viewing. This area of the park offers excellent opportunities to see the Big Five, and your guide will help spot and explain the behaviors of the Serengeti’s diverse species. Enjoy the luxury amenities of your lodge in the evening, with a special dinner under the stars.
Day 7: Serengeti to Arusha
After a morning game drive and a leisurely breakfast, fly back to Arusha. Reflect on the unforgettable experiences of the migration and calving as you prepare for your onward journey or flight home.
Inclusives:
Luxury accommodation throughout the safari.
Gourmet meals and evening dinners.
Expert guiding services.
Game drives in 4×4 vehicles.
Domestic flights within Tanzania.
Airport transfers and park entry fees.
Exclusives:
International airfares.
Travel insurance.
Visa fees.
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, tips, alcoholic beverages, and laundry.
Sleeping bags and other personal camping gear.
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.