6 Days Great Wildebeest Migration Calving Season

Your journey begins with your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. You’ll be met by our team and transferred to your hotel in Arusha, where you can relax and get a briefing on your upcoming safari. Spend the evening at leisure, preparing for the adventure ahead.

After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to the Ndutu area in the southern Serengeti. This region is where the wildebeest gather in large numbers during the calving season. As you arrive at your lodge or tented camp, enjoy lunch before heading out on an afternoon game drive. Keep your camera ready to capture newborn calves and the predators, including lions, hyenas, and cheetahs, that are never far away.

Spend the day exploring the Ndutu plains, where the concentration of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes is highest during the calving season. The birth of thousands of calves makes this a prime time for predator action, and with luck, you may witness both the beauty and drama of the circle of life. Your experienced guide will take you to the best spots to observe the migration and calving, providing you with a deeper understanding of the ecosystem.

Today, depart from Ndutu and head into the heart of Serengeti National Park. As you move north, the landscape shifts from the grassy plains to the iconic Serengeti savannah. Enjoy a full day of game viewing, with opportunities to spot the Big Five as well as the vast herds of wildebeest and zebras. Your guide will take you to areas where the animals are most active, ensuring an unforgettable experience.

Spend the morning on a game drive in the Serengeti, where you’ll have another chance to witness the wildebeest migration in action. The early hours are ideal for spotting predators as they hunt. After a thrilling morning, return to your camp or lodge for lunch and spend the afternoon at leisure, reflecting on the incredible sights you’ve seen or going on an optional nature walk.

After breakfast, take a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before starting your journey back to Arusha. You’ll arrive in the afternoon, where you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable migration experience.