5 Day Winter Migration Safari – Calving Season

5 days / 4 nights

Overview

This safari offers an unforgettable chance to witness the Great Migration in calving season, where thousands of wildebeest give birth and predators abound. Travelers enjoy stunning landscapes, exceptional wildlife viewing, and the true beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness, all guided by experienced professionals for an immersive and authentic African adventure.

This 5-day safari with Elevated Tanzania Safaris is specially designed to experience one of nature’s most remarkable wildlife spectacles the calving season of the Great Migration. Available only from mid-December to late March, this journey takes you to the wildlife-rich plains of Southern Serengeti and Ndutu Plains, where hundreds of thousands of wildebeest gather to give birth to their young.

 During this time, the plains transform into a vibrant wildlife arena as newborn calves take their first steps while predators roam nearby, creating dramatic and unforgettable safari moments. Combined with the giant elephant herds of Tarangire National Park and the breathtaking landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater, this safari offers an incredible mix of scenery, wildlife, and authentic African adventure, all guided by a professional safari expert and experienced in a comfortable 4x4 Land Cruiser.

Detailed Itinerary

Your safari with Elevated Tanzania Safaris begins with a warm welcome upon arrival in Arusha, followed by a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most beautiful and wildlife-rich parks. Tarangire is famous for its iconic baobab trees, expansive savannah landscapes, and large herds of elephants that roam freely across the park. The Tarangire River attracts many animals including zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, and various antelope species, making it an excellent location for game viewing throughout the year. After an exciting game drive and picnic lunch in the park, you will continue to the charming highlands town of Karatu near the Ngorongoro area for dinner and an overnight stay.

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Package Includes and Excludes
  • • Airport transfers (pick-up and drop-off as per itinerary)
  • • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • • Private 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • • Bottled mineral drinking water during safari
  • • All national park entrance fees and government taxes
  • • Ngorongoro Crater service fee
  • • All game drives and activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • • Full-board accommodation during the safari (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • • Picnic lunches during game drives
  • • All government taxes and VAT
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