Embark on a breathtaking 7-day safari during the calving season in the Ndutu area, where nature comes alive with the birth of new life. Witness thousands of wildebeest giving birth, enjoy an optional hot air balloon safari at dawn, explore Central Serengeti game drives, visit a traditional Maasai village, and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full game drive on the crater floor. Rated 4.7/5 with 299+ reviews.
Get Your Tour QuoteThe ultimate calving season safari adventure across 3 locations in 7 days. Witness the birth of new life on the Ndutu plains, track big cats in Central Serengeti, and explore the Ngorongoro Crater.
This 7-day safari is our most immersive Great Migration calving season experience. Spend three nights at Enkutoto Migration Camp in the heart of the Ndutu area, where thousands of wildebeest give birth daily. An optional hot air balloon safari at dawn offers breathtaking aerial views. Continue to Olkarien Eco Safari Camp in Central Serengeti, then a Maasai village visit and The Castle at Ngorongoro on the crater rim.
Get Tour Details on WhatsAppThousands of wildebeest giving birth on the Ndutu plains. Watch calves take their first steps as the Great Migration fills the southern Serengeti.
Optional hot air balloon safari over the Ndutu area at dawn. Soar above the migration for unforgettable wildlife adventures and aerial views.
Full day in the Seronera area, famous for its high concentration of big cats and diverse wildlife. Leopards on kopjes, lion prides, and cheetahs.
Visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about Maasai culture. Meet the Maasai people and experience their way of life.
Descend to the crater floor for a full Ngorongoro Crater tour. Spot the Big Five in the world's largest intact caldera.
Enkutoto Migration Camp → Olkarien Eco Safari Camp → The Castle at Ngorongoro. Each a unique safari experience.
January through March, with February being the peak calving month.
Herds settle in. Excellent viewing with fewer visitors.
8,000+ calves daily. Book 6–9 months ahead.
Calving slows. Excellent predator viewing.
Thousands of wildebeest giving birth daily during peak calving. Watch calves take their first steps within minutes of birth on the Ndutu short-grass plains.
Lions, cheetahs, leopards, spotted hyenas, and jackals. Ndutu during calving has Africa's highest predator density. Seronera's high concentration of big cats.
Black rhinos, elephants, buffalo, lions, and leopard in a single crater floor game drive. Hippos at the hippo pool. Over 25,000 animals in the caldera.
Over 500 species across the parks. Flamingos at Lake Magadi, martial eagles, bateleurs, ostriches, secretary birds, and vibrant rollers.
Short-grass plains of Ndutu, granite kopjes of Central Serengeti, acacia woodlands, and the volcanic caldera of Ngorongoro with breathtaking rim views.
Nile crocodiles, monitor lizards, agama lizards, chameleons, dung beetles, and the fascinating smaller creatures of the Serengeti ecosystem.
Arusha → Ndutu → Central Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater → Departure. 2027/2028.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Your professional guide meets you and transfers to your accommodation in Arusha for an overnight stay. Full safari briefing covering every detail of your 7-day adventure.
Drive to the Ndutu area in the southern Serengeti. Witness the calving season with thousands of wildebeest giving birth on the short-grass plains. Afternoon game drive — your first taste of the predator-prey action. Arrive at Enkutoto Migration Camp.
Optional hot air balloon safari at dawn — soar above the endless plains as the sun rises over the Great Migration. Champagne breakfast in the bush. Continue with game drives witnessing predator-prey action during the calving season.
Float above the Ndutu plains as the sun rises, watching thousands of wildebeest spread across the calving grounds below. A champagne breakfast in the bush completes this once-in-a-lifetime wildlife adventure. Speak to your safari specialist to add this to your package.
Drive to Central Serengeti with game viewing along the way. The Seronera area is famous for its high concentration of big cats and diverse wildlife. Arrive at Olkarien Eco Safari Camp with an afternoon game drive en-route.
Full day of game drives in the Seronera area. Track lions, leopards, and cheetahs across the Serengeti's iconic landscapes. The Seronera River attracts elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and abundant plains game. Picnic lunch in the bush.
Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about Maasai culture. Meet the Maasai people and explore their bomas. Evening at The Castle at Ngorongoro on the crater rim with breathtaking sunset views.
Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full game drive on the crater floor. Spot the Big Five in a single morning. Picnic lunch at the hippo pool before ascending. Afternoon transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for departure.
Starting from $4,599 per person. Includes all accommodation, game drives, and the Ngorongoro Crater tour.
* Starting from $4,599 per person based on double occupancy. Hot air balloon safari available at additional cost. Single supplement applies.
Our Tanzania specialists will create a personalised proposal within 24 hours — no obligation, no pressure. These camps book out early for peak calving season.
Three exceptional properties — a migration camp, an eco safari camp, and a crater rim retreat.
A migration camp in the heart of the Ndutu calving grounds. Wake up to wildebeest outside your tent during the peak of the Great Migration calving season.
An eco safari camp in the Seronera area of Central Serengeti. Sustainable luxury in prime big cat territory with a high concentration of predators.
Perched on the crater rim with breathtaking views into the caldera. The perfect finale for your Ngorongoro Crater exploration and full game drive on the crater floor.
* These properties book out 6–12 months in advance. Inquire early for 2027/2028 availability.
360-degree views for game viewing and photography.
Extended body with generous legroom. Each passenger gets a window seat.
Unlimited bottled water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee.
Multiple USB and universal sockets for cameras and devices.
Complimentary binoculars, wildlife guide books, and maps.
Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi in your safari vehicle.
No restrictions on distance or time. Stay out as long as wildlife continues.
Purpose-built for Serengeti terrain. Handles mud, river crossings, and bumpy roads.
Included in all packages. Drive from Arusha through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area into Ndutu. Game viewing begins en-route on Day 2.
Available at extra cost. Fly from Arusha Airport (ARK) to Ndutu or Seronera airstrip in ~1-1.5 hours. Saves driving time. Luggage: 15 kg soft-sided bags.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Your guide meets you at arrivals. Airport transfers included. Book flights landing before 8:00 AM for same-day safari start.
Rated 4.7/5 from 299 reviews.
"The hot air balloon at dawn over Ndutu was the most magical experience of our lives. Thousands of wildebeest below, the sun rising over the Serengeti — tears in our eyes. Enkutoto Migration Camp was beautiful."
"Three nights in Ndutu gave us so much time to witness the calving season properly. The Maasai village visit was genuinely authentic — not touristy at all. The Castle at Ngorongoro was the perfect finale."
"Olkarien Eco Safari Camp was a highlight — eco-friendly but incredibly comfortable, and the Seronera game drives delivered leopards and lions every day. Tanzania Bespoke thought of everything."
Includes a hot air balloon safari at dawn over the Ndutu plains, three nights at Enkutoto Migration Camp in the calving grounds, two nights at Olkarien Eco Safari Camp in Central Serengeti, a traditional Maasai village visit, and a full Ngorongoro Crater tour.
The hot air balloon safari is an optional add-on on Day 3 at dawn over the Ndutu area. A champagne breakfast in the bush is included. Your safari specialist can add it to your package upon request.
Enkutoto Migration Camp in Ndutu (3 nights), Olkarien Eco Safari Camp in Central Serengeti (2 nights), and The Castle at Ngorongoro (1 night) on the crater rim.
In Ndutu: thousands of wildebeest giving birth, predator-prey action from lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. In Central Serengeti: high concentration of big cats and diverse wildlife. Ngorongoro Crater floor: the Big Five in a single game drive.
January through March, with February being the peak calving month. The Ndutu area hosts the Great Migration with thousands of wildebeest giving birth daily during this window for the 2027/2028 season.
