9-Day Wildebeest Migration Safari Tanzania – Big Cats & Calving Season Adventure
Experience the breathtaking Wildebeest Migration Safari in Tanzania with this 9-day adventure that includes Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, and the Ndutu calving grounds. Witness lions, leopards, and thousands of zebra and wildebeest in one of the most dramatic wildlife events on Earth.
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Arusha City
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), your professional guide will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Known as the safari capital of Tanzania, Arusha sits at the base of Mount Meru and is the gateway to Mount Kilimanjaro and the northern safari circuit.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel / The African Tulip
Image Alt Tag: Arrival in Arusha for wildebeest migration safari in Tanzania
Day 2: Game Drive in Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day Lake Manyara safari tour, home to over 400 bird species, elephants, and tree-climbing lions. This park offers one of the best introductions to Tanzania’s biodiversity.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Kitela Lodge
Image Alt Tag: Lake Manyara tree-climbing lion safari
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Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Tour & Drive to Serengeti
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a morning game drive. Explore Lake Magadi, home to flamingos and hippos. Later, continue your journey to Serengeti National Park for overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti Acacia Camps
Image Alt Tag: Ngorongoro Crater safari with flamingos and hippos
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Day 4: Serengeti Safari – Seronera Region
Spend the day on game drives through Seronera, the central Serengeti region, renowned for its big cats. Spot lions, leopards, and elephants in their natural habitat during this premium Wildebeest Migration Safari in Tanzania.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti Acacia Camps
Image Alt Tag: Big five safari in Serengeti National Park
Day 5: Game Drive to South Ndutu Area – Migration Sightings
After breakfast, enjoy a game drive en route to the Ndutu Plains, known for the wildebeest calving season from December to April. Lake Ndutu attracts zebras, wildebeest, elephants, and a variety of predators.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Masek Tented Camp
Image Alt Tag: Wildebeest herd near Lake Ndutu in calving season
Day 6–7: Ndutu Calving Season Safari – Predators & Newborns
Spend two full days in the South Ndutu region, witnessing dramatic wildlife scenes. During February, thousands of calves are born daily. See the “circle of life” in action with predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas following the migration.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Masek Tented Camp
Image Alt Tag: Wildebeest calving season safari in Ndutu, Tanzania
Day 8: Ndutu to Arusha – Scenic Return Drive
Enjoy a final early morning game drive in Ndutu before heading back to Arusha. Watch herds of wildebeest and zebras roam the grasslands as you say goodbye to the Serengeti ecosystem.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel / The African Tulip
Image Alt Tag: Returning to Arusha after safari adventure
Day 9: Departure – Airport Transfer
Spend the day at leisure in Arusha before your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: End of Tour
Image Alt Tag: Departure from Arusha after Tanzania migration safari
What’s Included in Your Tanzania Migration Safari
✅ All accommodation as per itinerary
✅ Professional English-speaking driver/guide
✅ Park fees, transportation, and game drives
✅ All meals as stated (B, L, D)
✅ Bottled drinking water daily
✅ Airport transfers
What’s Not Included
❌ International flights
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Tips (recommended $20 per person/day)
❌ Alcoholic beverages and personal expenses
❌ Services not listed in the itinerary
Why Choose Praygod Africa Safaris?
🐾 Private 4×4 game drives with expert guides
🐘 Real-time wildebeest migration tracking
🌍 Customizable itineraries for families, photographers, or honeymooners
✅ Trusted safari operator based in Arusha, Tanzania
