6-Day Luxury Serengeti Migration Safari – Calving Season Tanzania
Price From
USD 2,782 (per person)
Duration
6 Days/ 5 Nights
Min. People
2 Guests
Min. Age
1+ Years
Tour Type
Private Game Drive
Overview
Indulge in an exclusive 6-day Luxury Serengeti Migration Safari through Tanzania’s most celebrated wildlife sanctuaries — from the elephant-rich woodlands of Tarangire to the calving plains of Ndutu and the majestic Ngorongoro Crater. This journey is perfectly timed for the Great Wildebeest Calving Season (December–March), when over 500,000 newborns take their first steps across the southern Serengeti.
Enjoy private game drives in a custom 4×4 Land Cruiser, elegant bush dinners under starlit skies, and handpicked lodges that blend sophistication with raw wilderness charm. Every detail — from personalized service to immersive wildlife encounters — is designed to deliver an unforgettable luxury safari experience across Tanzania’s golden landscapes.
Highlights + Map
- Witness the Great Wildebeest Calving Season in Ndutu (Dec–Mar)
- Stay in luxury lodges and tented camps with panoramic wilderness views
- Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with expert safari guide
- Explore Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater
- Optional cultural visit to a Maasai village in Karatu
Interactive route preview – from Arusha to Tarangire, Ndutu, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara.
Detailed Itinerary
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your private driver will escort you to the luxurious Gran Meliá Arusha. Set against the backdrop of Mount Meru, this serene retreat offers a perfect blend of comfort and refinement. Spend the evening unwinding by the pool, enjoying fine dining, or exploring the hotel’s tropical gardens.
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha • Meals: Dinner
After a gourmet breakfast, drive south to Tarangire National Park — the realm of ancient baobabs and vast elephant herds. Enjoy a full-day luxury game drive as lions, zebras, and giraffes wander the acacia-dotted plains. Lunch will be served picnic-style with elegant touches in the heart of nature.
In the late afternoon, continue to Karatu for relaxation and fine dining at your elegant hilltop lodge overlooking the Rift Valley.
Accommodation: Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart after breakfast and travel through the misty Ngorongoro Highlands to the open plains of Ndutu, where the Great Migration gathers for the calving season. Along the way, enjoy sweeping views of volcanic landscapes and Maasai settlements.
Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive among wildebeest herds and their newborn calves — a spectacle teeming with predators and life. As the sun sets, retreat to your luxurious tented camp and savor an alfresco dinner beneath the African stars.
Accommodation: Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day exploring the Ndutu plains, where life and survival unfold before your eyes. Witness thousands of wildebeest giving birth and predators lurking nearby — lions, cheetahs, and hyenas all play their part in nature’s great drama. The short grass plains make for superb photographic opportunities and up-close encounters.
Enjoy a bush lunch in the wilderness, followed by an afternoon drive through the shimmering acacia landscape before returning to your camp for a candlelit dinner and storytelling around the fire.
Accommodation: Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa. Home to over 25,000 animals, including the rare black rhino, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers exceptional game viewing within its volcanic walls.
Enjoy a luxury picnic by a hippo pool and continue your drive through lush grasslands before ascending to Karatu for your final evening in the highlands.
Accommodation: Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a leisurely breakfast overlooking the valley, visit a local Maasai village or artisan market for a cultural experience before your return to Arusha. Depending on your flight time, enjoy lunch at Gran Meliá Arusha before your airport transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.
Accommodation: Not included • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Why Choose This Safari
This itinerary has been curated for discerning travelers seeking an intimate, premium safari experience. From bespoke lodges to expertly guided wildlife encounters, every moment balances comfort, adventure, and authenticity. With Maramatta Safaris, luxury meets wilderness — no crowds, no rush, just raw Africa in elegant style.
Price Includes
- Luxury accommodation throughout the safari
- Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All park and concession fees (VAT inclusive)
- All meals and drinking water during safari
- Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- Exclusive bush lunches and sundowners
- Wi-Fi at selected lodges
Price Excludes
- International and domestic flights
- Travel insurance and visa fees
- Personal purchases and laundry
- Optional activities (e.g. balloon safari)
- Gratuities ($25 pp/day recommended)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to witness the calving season?
The best period is from late December to early March, when hundreds of thousands of wildebeest give birth on the fertile Ndutu plains, drawing intense predator action.
Are the lodges suitable for luxury travelers?
Yes. All lodges and camps offer upscale amenities such as en-suite bathrooms, fine dining, and private verandas with sweeping views.
Can I include a hot air balloon safari?
Absolutely. A sunrise balloon safari over the Serengeti can be arranged at an additional cost — an unforgettable way to see the migration from above.
Can I combine this safari with a Zanzibar beach holiday?
Yes. Many travelers choose to conclude their adventure with 3–5 relaxing nights on Zanzibar’s pristine beaches. Maramatta Safaris can tailor this seamlessly.
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