3 Day Ndutu Great Migration Safari

Arusha - Tanzania

Price From

$1700.00

Duration

3 days

Places to Visit

Tour Overview

Experience the excitement of Tanzania’s Great Wildebeest Migration on this 3-day safari to the Ndutu plains and Ngorongoro Crater. Discover the vast herds of wildebeest and zebras, witness the dramatic wildlife interactions of the migration season, and explore the crater’s remarkable concentration of wildlife.
This safari is especially rewarding during the Ndutu calving season, generally from December to March, when large numbers of wildebeest gather in the southern Serengeti ecosystem. Migration timing and herd locations vary each year, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Included

Park entry fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation
Transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle
A professional Safari driver/guide
Airport pickup and dropoff
All Taxes/VAT
Camping Fees
Flying doctor
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

Additional Services
Insurance
International flights (From/to home)
Local Flights
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs)
Travel Insurance
The government imposed an increase of taxes and/or park fees
Visa

Itinerary in Detail

Day 1: Arusha – Ndutu, Southern Serengeti

After an early breakfast, meet your safari guide and depart Arusha for the Ndutu area, travelling through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy the scenic drive through the highlands before reaching the open plains of the southern Serengeti ecosystem.
Upon arrival in Ndutu, begin your game drive in search of the Great Wildebeest Migration. During the calving season, the plains can host enormous herds of wildebeest and zebras, with newborn calves attracting predators such as lions, cheetahs and hyenas.
Explore the grasslands, woodland areas and seasonal lakes, where wildlife gathers to graze and drink. Enjoy a picnic lunch during your safari and continue game viewing into the afternoon.
Later, proceed to your tented camp or lodge in Ndutu area for dinner and overnight.

Overnight: Ndutu Safari Lodge

Meals: Lunch & Dinner included

Day 2: Ndutu – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Ndutu, taking advantage of the cooler hours when wildlife is often active. Search for migration herds, young wildebeest, lions, cheetahs and other animals across the plains.
Enjoy a picnic lunch before departing Ndutu and travelling towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, admire the landscapes of the southern Serengeti and Ngorongoro highlands.
Arrive at your lodge in the Ngorongoro area in the afternoon. Relax, enjoy the surroundings and prepare for the following day's crater safari.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha / Airport

After an early breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro Crater and descend to the crater floor for a memorable game drive in one of Tanzania's most extraordinary wildlife habitats.
Explore the crater's grasslands, wetlands and woodland areas in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and hyenas. With luck, you may also spot the endangered black rhino.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site during your crater excursion. Continue wildlife viewing before ascending the crater in the afternoon.
Drive back to Arusha, where your safari concludes, or transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight.

Meals: reakfast and picnic lunch

Review Scores

    
 
 
      Verified What a great experience!
We had a fantastic 5 day safari and saw a lot of the wild life of Tanzania including the big five. Ronald our great guide told us a lot about the animals and nature which made our safari even more interesting. It was a great experience.
  
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   Marion d 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Best vacation ever
This was my first time in Tanzania and I could not have asked for a better guide. He showed us the most beautiful places and animals there are in Tanzania. We asked many questions and they could answer everything with fun facts. I recommend this to everyone if you want to have a fun and interesting trip!
  
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   Curious49975625747 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Unforgettable Tanzania Adventure: A Journey of a Lifetime
Our trip to the Serengeti in Tanzania was incredible! We were thrilled to witness the Big 5, along with countless other breathtaking animals. Our driver, Ronald, was exceptional—his deep knowledge of the area and where to find the best wildlife made the experience unforgettable. He was also a very safe and skilled driver, which added to our peace of mind. The accommodations arranged by Earth Track were superb, providing us with comfort and luxury throughout our journey. This truly was the trip of a lifetime!
  
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   Harold S 
 
 
 
 
     Verified Great safari guide!!
A few weeks ago I went on an amazing Safari with Ronald. He is an amazing guide that has a lot of knowledge about the animals and their habitat. He made sure we’d see a lot of beautiful things while still respecting and not disturbing the animals. Because of Ronald we had an unforgettable experience!
  
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   Mandy 
 
 
 
 
     Verified The best trip ever!!
We had a great safari with Ronald. He is a very experienced guide and he took very good care of us!! We learned a lot from him of the wildlife and he found the best spots to watch al those beautiful animals. We had the best days of our lives ❤️
  
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   Mariëlle S