8-Day Midrange Ndutu Migration Footsteps Safari (December to April)

Overview

This 8-day safari adventure is crafted for travelers eager to witness one of nature’s greatest spectacles — the Great Wildebeest Migration. From December to April, the migration settles in Tanzania’s Southern Serengeti and Ndutu plains (part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area), where thousands of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope gather for calving season.

With Shafino Wildlife Safaris, you’ll explore Tanzania’s most iconic parks: Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, and Ndutu — all guided safely and knowledgeably, for the peace of your mind.

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Day to Day Itinerary

You’ll be greeted at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport by a friendly Shafino Wildlife Safaris guide. Depending on your arrival time, relax at your lodge or hotel in Arusha and prepare for the epic safari ahead.

🍽 Meals: At own expense
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected midrange lodge or hotel in Arusha

After breakfast, head out to Tarangire National Park, known for its massive elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and diverse wildlife drawn to the Tarangire River. Keep an eye out for giraffes, bushbucks, hartebeests, lions, and leopards, along with hundreds of bird species.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected midrange lodge or camp in Karatu

Travel through the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the vast Serengeti. Expect encounters with buffalo, crocodiles, hippos, and a host of predators like lions and cheetahs. The Serengeti’s open grasslands offer a raw, breathtaking safari experience.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected luxury tented camp in Serengeti

Spend the day exploring Serengeti’s diverse landscapes. Whether you prefer full-day drives or a mix of early morning and late afternoon outings, every moment offers the chance to witness remarkable wildlife encounters.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected luxury tented camp in Serengeti

Today, journey south toward Ndutu, where the Great Migration gathers between December and April. Witness the extraordinary sight of wildebeest herds spread across the plains, often giving birth to their young — an unforgettable wildlife moment.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected midrange tented camp in Ndutu

Enjoy a full day exploring Ndutu’s varied habitats: swamps, woodlands, and savannah. Watch newborn calves take their first steps, and witness predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas lurking nearby. This synchronized birthing event is a true natural wonder.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected midrange tented camp in Ndutu

Drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, often spotting giraffes along the way. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and marvel at the crater’s sweeping savannah, acacia woodlands, and shimmering lakes. Look for the endangered black rhino, lions, elephants, and hippos.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected midrange lodge or camp in Karatu

Your final safari day brings you to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact but diverse gem nestled against the Great Rift Escarpment. Watch for baboons, elephants, tree-climbing lions, and thousands of flamingos adorning the shallow lake. After a picnic lunch, you’ll be transferred back to Arusha or the airport.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
🏨 Accommodation: Not included (end of tour)

What’s Included

  • National park fees and permits
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • All game drives and safari activities (non-optional)
  • Midrange lodge or camp accommodation (as per itinerary)
  • All road transportation in a private 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • Meals as specified (including bottled water, one beer per adult per day, plus white or red wine)
  • All government taxes and VAT

What’s Not Included

  • International flights to/from Tanzania
  • Additional accommodation before or after the safari (can be arranged)
  • Tips and gratuities (suggested $15–$20 per adult per day)
  • Personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance, and visa fees

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