This 9-day luxury safari is crafted to give travelers the most complete experience of the wildebeest calving season in Tanzania.
9 Days Serengeti Wildebeest Migration
During your safari, you’ll spend several days in both the southern and central Serengeti, maximizing opportunities to witness newborn calves, predator-prey interactions, and the breathtaking scenery of endless plains. Alongside the migration, you’ll also encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and countless bird species.
Your journey also includes explorations of Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant herds and baobab-studded landscapes, as well as the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” This UNESCO site is one of the best places to see the Big Five, including the rare black rhino.
Luxury lodges and tented camps ensure that your safari blends adventure with indulgence. Each evening, you’ll return from thrilling game drives to enjoy fine dining, warm hospitality, and stunning views across Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes.
9 Days Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari Itinerary
Every year between January and March, over half a million wildebeest calves are born on the southern Serengeti plains, drawing predators in dramatic numbers and creating one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Meet your safari guide and transfer to your luxury lodge in Arusha for dinner and relaxation.
Meals: Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Lodge in Arusha
Head to Tarangire for your first safari. Discover elephants, baobabs, and a wealth of birdlife. Evening at a luxury lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Lodge in Tarangire
Drive through the Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Highlands to the Ndutu plains. Afternoon game drive en route to your luxury tented camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp in Ndutu
Spend a full day with the wildebeest herds during calving. Witness newborn calves and predators in action. Evening sundowners at camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp in Ndutu
Another full day in Ndutu. Watch as cheetahs, lions, and hyenas take advantage of the abundance of prey. Return to your luxury tented camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp in Ndutu
Morning drive through the plains toward the central Serengeti, famous for resident big cats and rolling landscapes. Afternoon game drive.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Lodge/Camp in Central Serengeti
Enjoy a full day exploring central Serengeti. Optional hot air balloon safari (extra cost). Return for a gourmet dinner and campfire under the stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Lodge/Camp in Central Serengeti
Morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to Ngorongoro. Overnight at a lodge on the crater rim with stunning views.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Lodge on Crater Rim
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day safari. Spot rhinos, elephants, lions, and hippos. Picnic lunch before returning to Arusha or airport transfer.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
9 Days Serengeti Wildebeest Migration(Calving Season)
Inclusions
- Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- Accommodation in luxury lodges & tented camps
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with professional guide
- Unlimited game drives in Serengeti, Tarangire & Ngorongoro
- All park entry fees & crater service fees
- Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Bottled water, soft drinks & snacks during drives
- Bush breakfasts & picnic lunches
- Wi-Fi at select lodges/camps
- Medical evacuation insurance (Flying Doctors)
Exclusions
- International flights to/from Tanzania
- Tanzania visa fees ($50–$100 depending on nationality)
- Travel and medical insurance
- Premium alcoholic beverages & champagne
- Optional extras (hot air balloon safari, Olduvai Gorge, cultural tours)
- Tips & gratuities for guides, drivers, and lodge staff
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, spa treatments, laundry beyond basic service)
FAQs – 9 Days Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Safari
It includes extended time in both southern and central Serengeti, maximizing migration and predator viewing.
January to March, during the wildebeest calving season.
Tarangire, Serengeti (southern & central), and Ngorongoro Crater.
Five days, split between the southern calving grounds and central Serengeti.
Yes, in the central Serengeti. It’s an optional activity at additional cost.
Yes, you’ll have your own vehicle and professional safari guide.
Very likely—calving season is peak predator activity, with lions, cheetahs, and hyenas frequently seen.
Luxury lodges and tented camps offering comfort, fine dining, and en-suite facilities.
Yes, at most lodges and camps, though it may be limited in remote areas.
Absolutely—you can add a Zanzibar beach holiday, cultural tours, or extra nights in Serengeti.
