7-Day Serengeti Calving Season & Big Cats Safari Private Safari
Private Fly-In Tanzania Safari
Serengeti • Ndutu • Central Serengeti • Ngorongoro
7 Days / 6 Nights
Description
This 7-day private Tanzania safari is specially designed for travelers who want to experience the spectacular wildebeest calving season and exceptional big-cat viewing in the Serengeti. The journey combines the wildlife-rich Central Serengeti, the famous Ndutu calving area and the extraordinary Ngorongoro Crater, creating an immersive safari experience during one of the most remarkable times of the year.
Begin your adventure in Central Serengeti, exploring the Seronera Valley and Moru Kopjes, areas known for abundant wildlife and excellent opportunities to see lions, leopards, cheetahs and other predators. Continue south to Ndutu, where thousands of wildebeest calves are born during the calving season. The abundance of newborn animals attracts predators and creates extraordinary opportunities to witness the natural cycle of life.
Your private safari guide will follow wildlife activity and explore the plains, marshes, lakes and woodland around Ndutu. The safari then continues to the Ngorongoro Highlands before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater for an extended game drive. Here, you can search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeest and the endangered black rhino before continuing to Arusha and finally Nairobi.
Safari Highlights
7-day private safari combining Tarangire, Central Serengeti, Northern Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
Explore Central Serengeti's Seronera Valley, famous for year-round Big Five sightings and predators
Northern Serengeti migration experience with opportunities to witness wildebeest herds and Mara River crossings (seasonal)
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with an expert guide allowing flexible game drives and personalized wildlife experiences
Ngorongoro Crater safari with chances to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos and the endangered black rhino
Day-by-Day 7-Day Serengeti Calving Season & Big Cats Safari
Day 1: Seronera Airstrip – Central Serengeti National Park
Your safari begins when you arrive at Seronera Airstrip in Central Serengeti. You will be met by your professional safari guide and begin your adventure with a game drive through the heart of the Serengeti.
After lunch, continue exploring Central Serengeti, an area renowned for its abundant wildlife and excellent big-cat sightings. Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife before returning to camp for dinner.
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camps Central Serengeti – Family Room | Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Full Day Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, head out for another full day of wildlife exploration in Central Serengeti. The Seronera Valley offers excellent opportunities to encounter predators and large concentrations of plains wildlife.
Explore the famous Moru Kopjes, known for their dramatic rock formations and big-cat sightings. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the Serengeti wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive until late afternoon.
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camps Central Serengeti – Family Room | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Central Serengeti – Ndutu
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive through Central Serengeti as you begin your journey towards Ndutu. Wildlife viewing continues along the way, allowing you to experience the changing landscapes of the southern Serengeti.
Arrive in Ndutu, the heart of the wildebeest calving season. During this period, thousands of wildebeest calves are born across the short green-grass plains. The abundance of young animals also attracts lions, cheetahs, hyenas and other predators, creating remarkable opportunities to witness the cycle of life in the wild.
Accommodation: Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp Ndutu – 1 Double Room & 1 Twin Room | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Full Day Ndutu – Calving Season & Big Cats
Spend a full day exploring the Ndutu area during the spectacular calving season. Your expert guide will follow wildlife movements across the plains, searching for newborn wildebeest calves, large herds and the predators that follow the migration.
Explore the plains, marshes, lakes and woodland habitats around Ndutu, which also attract a wide variety of bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive until late afternoon.
Accommodation: Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp Ndutu – 1 Double Room & 1 Twin Room | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Ndutu – Ngorongoro Highlands
Enjoy breakfast before beginning your journey from Ndutu towards the Ngorongoro Highlands. Your transfer continues as a game drive, giving you the opportunity to observe wildlife along the way.
Continue towards the Ngorongoro Crater, arriving at the crater rim for your first spectacular views of this extraordinary natural landscape. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the conservation area before continuing to your camp for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day crater safari. Explore the crater floor, one of Tanzania's most remarkable wildlife areas, with excellent opportunities to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeest and black rhinos.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before continuing your wildlife exploration. After approximately 6–7 hours inside the crater, ascend the crater walls and continue to Arusha for your overnight stay.
Accommodation: Njiro Luxury Resort – Family Room | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Arusha – Nairobi
Enjoy your final breakfast in Tanzania before your safari comes to an end. A private transfer will take you from Arusha to Nairobi for your onward journey.
Thank you for choosing Safaris Mate. We hope this journey through Central Serengeti, Ndutu and Ngorongoro has given your family unforgettable memories of Tanzania's wildlife and the spectacular calving season.
Accommodation: No Overnight – Private Transfer to Nairobi | Meals: Breakfast
Includes & Excludes
All national park entry and conservation fees
Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking guide
Full board accommodation
All meals during safari
Bottled water during game drives
Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
International flights
Tanzania visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Alcoholic beverages
Frequently Asked Questions
Tanzania offers excellent wildlife viewing year-round. The dry season (June to October) is ideal as animals gather near water sources making game viewing easier. The short dry season (January to March) is great for bird watching and the calving season. For the Great Migration river crossings, plan for July to October in Northern Serengeti. Contact us to discuss the best time for your specific interests.
Yes, all our safari itineraries are fully customizable. We can adjust the number of days, parks visited, accommodation category (budget to luxury), add Zanzibar beach extension, Kilimanjaro trekking, cultural experiences, or any other special request. Simply contact us with your preferences and we will design your perfect Tanzania safari.
Pack light, neutral-colored clothing (khaki, beige, olive green), a warm fleece or jacket for early morning drives, comfortable walking shoes, wide-brim hat, sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, camera with extra batteries and memory cards, and any personal medications. A detailed packing list is provided upon booking confirmation.
Safari Details
Safari Type
Private Serengeti Safari
Safari Circuit
Serengeti Circuit
Key Destinations
Central • Western Corridor • Northern Serengeti
Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights
Safari Vehicle
4x4 Land Cruiser with Pop-Up Roof
Departure Point
Arusha • JRO Airport • ARK Airport
Best For
Serengeti Enthusiasts • Wildlife Photographers • Migration Seekers
Safari Price
$Upon Request
Price depends on group size, accommodation category & season.
Why Book With Us
Expertise and Experience
Tailored Services
Comprehensive Planning
Client Satisfaction
24/7 Support
Contact Details
Mr. Yamat
Tour Operator
Call Us : +255 686 241 980
Email : info@safarismate.com
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