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8-Day Great Migration Calving Season Safari - Midrange

An unforgettable 8 Day Tanzania safari timed for the spectacular calving season in Ndutu and Southern Serengeti, with Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater — USD 3,850 per person.

Experience an unforgettable 8 day Tanzania Great Migration safari timed for the spectacular calving season in Ndutu and the Southern Serengeti. This carefully designed safari combines Tarangire’s elephant rich landscapes, the wildlife packed Central Serengeti, the dramatic Great Migration calving season, and the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. From thousands of newborn wildebeest calves to intense predator action, this is one of the most exciting times of year for a Serengeti safari. Travel in a private 4x4 safari vehicle with an experienced guide and stay in carefully selected mid range lodges and tented camps.

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Day by day itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Your Tanzania safari begins with a warm welcome at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK). Our Golden Memories Safaris representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. After check in, enjoy a relaxed evening at leisure and prepare for your safari adventure. Depending on your arrival time, your safari guide can provide a briefing about the journey ahead.

Stay: Kibo Palace Hotel. Meals: Dinner.

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park & Karatu

After breakfast, your safari guide will pick you up around 8:00 am and drive approximately two hours to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and wildlife rich landscapes. Enjoy a full day game drive through the park’s savannah, seasonal swamps and the Tarangire River. Keep your eyes open for elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impalas, elands, warthogs and an impressive variety of birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch at Matete Picnic Site before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, drive to Karatu for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

Stay: Farm of Dreams. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 3: Karatu to Central Serengeti

After an early breakfast, depart Karatu and travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands toward Serengeti National Park. As you enter the Serengeti, the landscape opens into vast golden plains and wildlife rich savannah. Enjoy game viewing along the way before continuing into the Central Serengeti and Seronera Valley, one of Tanzania’s best areas for year round wildlife viewing. The region is renowned for its lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras and large concentrations of wildebeest and other plains game. Arrive at your tented camp for dinner and an evening surrounded by the sounds of the Serengeti wilderness.

Stay: Moyo Tented Camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 4: Full Day Central Serengeti Safari

Spend a full day exploring Central Serengeti, with a particular focus on the Seronera Valley and its surrounding plains. Set out early when wildlife is most active and search for lions, cheetahs and leopards. The area’s rocky kopjes, acacia woodlands and riverine habitats provide excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. As the sun begins to set, return to camp for dinner and a relaxing evening beneath the African sky.

Stay: Moyo Tented Camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 5: Central Serengeti to Ndutu – Great Migration Calving Season

After breakfast, begin your journey toward Ndutu and the Southern Serengeti, the heart of the Great Migration calving season. From December through April, the short grass plains around Ndutu become an important gathering area for migrating wildebeest and other herbivores. The abundance of newborn calves also attracts predators, creating exceptional opportunities to witness lions, cheetahs and hyenas in action. Enjoy game viewing as you travel toward the Ndutu area before arriving at your mobile migration camp.

Stay: Safari Haven Migration Camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 6: Full Day Ndutu Calving Season Safari

Today is dedicated entirely to the Great Migration calving season in Ndutu. Set out early for a full-day game drive across the open plains, following the migrating herds and searching for newborn wildebeest calves. The concentration of young animals makes this one of the most fascinating periods for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. The open grasslands also provide excellent opportunities to see predators such as lions, cheetahs, hyenas and other wildlife taking advantage of the abundance of prey. For an additional unforgettable experience, you may choose to enjoy a hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains, available at an additional cost.

Stay: Safari Haven Migration Camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 7: Ndutu to Ngorongoro Crater & Karatu

Wake up early for a final morning game drive in Ndutu, then continue toward the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the crater for an exciting game drive through one of Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. The crater floor is home to large concentrations of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and, with luck, the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch during your crater adventure before ascending the crater walls and continuing to Karatu.

Stay: Farm of Dreams Lodge. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 8: Karatu to Arusha (Departure)

After breakfast, begin your journey back to Arusha. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time to relax or explore Arusha before your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK) for your onward flight. Your 8-day Serengeti Great Migration safari comes to an end with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes and the spectacular calving season.

Stay: Departure transfer. Meals: Breakfast.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does the 8-Day Great Migration Calving Season Safari - Midrange cost?

The 8-Day Great Migration Calving Season Safari - Midrange starts from USD 3,850 per person. The final price depends on your group size, travel dates and accommodation level, so send an inquiry with your dates for an exact quote.

How long is the 8-Day Great Migration Calving Season Safari - Midrange and where does it go?

It lasts 8 days and 7 nights and covers Arusha, Tarangire, Central Serengeti, Ndutu, Ngorongoro, Karatu. The day-by-day itinerary on this page lists each stop.

What is included in the 8-Day Great Migration Calving Season Safari - Midrange?

The price includes all park fees, Ndutu conservation permits, and Ngorongoro Crater fee, private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and professional guide, lodge and tented camp accommodation as per itinerary, meals as specified (Full Board on safari), airport transfers in Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport and mineral water throughout the safari. The "What is included" list on this page has everything.

What is not included in the 8-Day Great Migration Calving Season Safari - Midrange?

Not included: international flights and entry visas, travel and medical insurance, tips and gratuities for safari guides and camp staff, alcoholic beverages and personal expenses, optional activities not listed in the itinerary and optional hot air balloon flight over Ndutu. The "What is not included" list on this page has everything.

When is the best time to book the 8-Day Great Migration Calving Season Safari - Midrange?

Tanzania can be visited all year. The dry months from June to October give the easiest wildlife viewing, the calving season in the southern Serengeti runs from about January to March, and the green season is quieter with good birdlife. Tell us your dates and we will confirm what to expect.

How do I book the 8-Day Great Migration Calving Season Safari - Midrange?

Press "Book this safari" on this page or send an inquiry with your dates and number of travellers. We confirm availability and the details by email.

Do I need travel insurance for Tanzania?

Yes. Travel insurance is required for travel to Tanzania, and it should cover medical care and evacuation. See our travel insurance guide before you buy a policy.

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