6 Days / 5 Nights Tanzania Mid Range Safari Great Migration

6 Days Tanzania Migration Safari | Ndutu Calving Season Jan – March.

An Unforgettable 6-Day Mid Range Safari Experience in Tanzania

Safari Overview & Highlights

This 6-Day Tanzania Migration Safari | Ndutu Calving Season Jan – March. Safari focuses on the incredible calving season in Ndutu, which takes place between January and March. During this time, thousands of wildebeest gather on the southern Serengeti plains to give birth, creating a unique and active wildlife experience. Unlike other seasons, you don’t need to search for animals; they are spread across the landscape, making sightings constant and rewarding. The presence of newborn calves attracts predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, which means there is always movement and real wildlife interaction happening around you. This itinerary is designed to give you enough time in Ndutu so you can fully enjoy the experience without rushing, while your guide adjusts each game drive based on where the action is. The safari also includes a visit to Ngorongoro Crater, adding a different environment where wildlife is concentrated and easy to see.

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

Follow your complete day-to-day schedule, wildlife tracking routes, meal plans, and premier lodge stays for this 6-day East African expedition.

Day 1 Arrival & Scenic Transfer to Serengeti National Park

Drive through the scenic highlands and enter the boundless golden plains of Serengeti National Park, "the place where the land moves on forever." Enjoy game viewing en route through the central Seronera Valley, home to large lion prides, cheetahs on the prowl, and sweeping herds of grazers. Arrive at your safari camp for sunset dinner around the campfire.

Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 2 Full Day Exploring Serengeti National Park – Big Five Wildlife & Landscapes

Dedicate a full day to tracking the legendary wildlife of the Serengeti. Following the seasonal movements of the Great Wildebeest Migration or central predator territories, navigate through diverse ecosystems including riverine woodlands, open savannahs, and towering granite kopjes. Enjoy an open-air picnic lunch in the wild surrounded by untamed African wilderness.

Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 3 In-Depth Safari Exploration in Serengeti National Park

Explore the northern or southern corridors of the Serengeti depending on the seasonal migration movements. Marvel at dramatic predator-prey dynamics, spot hyena dens, towers of giraffes browsing on whistling acacias, and vibrant raptors. Savor sundowners overlooking the endless horizon.

Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 4 Transit Game Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater

After a hearty breakfast at your lodge, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater. Ascend the slopes of the ancient Ngorongoro volcanic massif into the mist-shrouded highlands. Take in panoramic vistas from the crater rim overlook, gazing 600 meters down onto the caldera floor below. Settle into your lodge perched on the rim or in the nearby Karatu coffee estates, preparing for tomorrow's descent.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House / Marera Valley Lodge / Country Lodge Karatu Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 5 Full Day Exploring Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater – Big Five Wildlife & Landscapes

Descend 600 meters down steep forested crater walls into the world's largest unbroken volcanic caldera. The crater floor is an enclosed wildlife paradise sheltering over 25,000 large mammals. Spend the day tracking the critically endangered black rhino, dense prides of black-maned lions, giant old-tusker elephants, and spotted hyenas. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the hippo pool at Ngoitoktok Springs.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House / Marera Valley Lodge / Country Lodge Karatu Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 6 Final Sunrise Game Drive & Departure from Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater

Ascend the crater walls and travel through the scenic highlands of Karatu, stopping at local artisan markets before transferring back to Arusha or onward to Tarangire National Park.

Accommodation: Drop-off at Airport or City Hotel Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch En Route

What's Included & Excluded

Included in Package

Exclusive transport in a 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and high-clearance suspension
Services of a professional, licensed English-speaking safari guide & driver
All national park conservation fees, concession fees, and government entry permits
Full-board accommodation at selected safari lodges and luxury tented camps as per itinerary
Daily game drives with unlimited mileage within statutory park hours
Unlimited chilled bottled mineral drinking water in the safari vehicle throughout the tour
AMREF Flying Doctors 24/7 Emergency Medical Evacuation Cover across East Africa
All government taxes, tourism development levies, and 18% VAT included
Complimentary airport meet-and-greet road transfers upon arrival and departure

Excluded in Package

International and intercontinental airfares to and from East Africa
Tourist entry visa fees (Kenya ETA $35 / Tanzania Single Entry Visa $50-$100)
Comprehensive international travel, baggage, and medical cancellation insurance
Discretionary gratuities and tips for your safari driver-guide ($15–$25 per car per day) and lodge staff
Optional hot air balloon safari with champagne bush breakfast ($599 per person)
Optional cultural visits to Maasai or Hadzabe tribal villages ($30–$50 per person)
Premium alcoholic beverages, vintage wines, and personal laundry services at lodges
Personal expenses, telephone calls, souvenir shopping, and excess baggage fees