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Experience one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife events with Packup & Go Safari’s 5-day Wildebeest Calving Safari. This unforgettable journey takes you deep into the Southern Serengeti (Ndutu region), where thousands of wildebeest give birth within a short window of time, attracting an incredible concentration of predators and wildlife action.
Designed for couples, friends, and families, this safari offers expertly guided game drives across vast golden plains, close encounters with newborn calves, dramatic big-cat sightings, and breathtaking landscapes. You’ll explore both the Serengeti National Park and the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, staying in carefully selected lodges and tented camps that blend comfort with authentic safari charm.
From thrilling game drives to seamless transfers and warm hospitality, this safari delivers a perfectly balanced blend of adventure, nature, and relaxation—creating lifelong memories in the heart of Tanzania’s wilderness.
Included and Excluded
- All airport and safari ground transfers
- 4 nights’ accommodation in selected safari lodges / tented camps
- All meals as per itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Services of a professional English-speaking safari guide
- Unlimited game drives in Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Crater
- Ngorongoro Crater entrance & conservation fees
- Serengeti National Park entrance fees
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Government taxes and levies
- International & domestic flights
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Personal expenses (laundry, tips, souvenirs, drinks)
- Alcoholic & soft drinks unless specified by the lodge
- Optional activities (hot air balloon safari, Maasai village visit)
- Tips & gratuities for safari guide and lodge staff
Highlights of the Tour
- Wildebeest calving season experience in the Southern Serengeti (Ndutu region)
- Witness thousands of newborn wildebeest calves and dramatic predator action
- Exceptional big cat sightings including lions, cheetahs, and leopards
- Full-day game drives across vast Serengeti plains
- Explore the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for optimal wildlife viewing
- Expert English-speaking safari guide
- Carefully selected safari lodges and tented camps
- Ideal safari for couples, families, and friends
- Unforgettable photography opportunities during peak migration season
Itinerary
After an early breakfast in Arusha, you’ll depart for Serengeti National Park, driving through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you descend into the vast Serengeti plains, wildlife sightings begin immediately. Enjoy a picnic lunch en route before continuing to the Southern Serengeti (Ndutu area)—the heart of the wildebeest calving season.Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in the late afternoon, followed by dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
Spend the entire day exploring the Southern Serengeti plains, where thousands of wildebeest give birth during the calving season. Witness newborn calves taking their first steps, dramatic predator-prey interactions, and large herds stretching across the horizon.Your professional safari guide will track wildlife activity, ensuring exceptional game viewing throughout the day. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon game drive.
Another full day of game drives in the Serengeti, focusing on prime wildlife areas known for lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and massive wildebeest herds. The calving season attracts predators, making this one of the most action-packed safari experiences in Africa.Capture unforgettable moments of wildlife against the golden savannah backdrop before returning to camp in the evening.
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Travel through stunning landscapes with sweeping views of the Ngorongoro Highlands.Arrive at your lodge near the crater rim in the afternoon, where you can relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery.
Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. Enjoy a half-day game drive on the crater floor, home to elephants, lions, rhinos, buffaloes, flamingos, and many other species.After lunch, ascend from the crater and drive back to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable Wildebeest Calving Safari with Packup & Go Safari.
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Frequently Asked & Question
The wildebeest calving season takes place from January to March, with peak calving usually in February. This period offers outstanding wildlife viewing and predator activity in the Southern Serengeti.
Calving occurs mainly in the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu region, where nutrient-rich grasslands support the birth of thousands of calves within a short time.
You will stay in carefully selected safari lodges or tented camps, offering comfort, great locations, en-suite facilities, and authentic safari atmosphere.
Yes, this safari is suitable for families, couples, and small groups. Children are welcome, though we recommend checking age requirements for certain lodges.
You can expect to see wildebeest, zebras, lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, hyenas, and a wide variety of birdlife. Predator sightings are especially common during calving season.
Game drives typically last 6–8 hours per day, with breaks for picnic lunches and photography, depending on wildlife activity.
Yes, the safari is conducted in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, ensuring comfort, flexibility, and excellent wildlife viewing.
We recommend light, neutral-colored clothing, a warm jacket for early mornings, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a hat, binoculars, and a camera.
Yes, all national park and conservation fees mentioned in the itinerary are included in the safari price.
Absolutely. Packup & Go Safari can customize this itinerary to suit your travel dates, budget, and accommodation preferences.
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