In a nut shell
Are you dreaming of seeing the Great Migration and imagining a giant herd of antelope crossing the Mara River? Believe us, your migration experience will be even more incredible if you witness all the stages of the migration. We designed the 5-day Calving Season Safari tour to let you observe the beginning of the migration. During this Calving Season Safari, you'll see baby antelopes being born, joining strong herds, and taking their first timid steps on African land.
Trip Details
- This tour starts and ends in Zanzibar
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We can book your international flights
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Fly to/from Abeid Amani Karume Airport (ZNZ) in Zanzibar. Or fly to/from Dar es Salaam (DAR). There are daily ferries between Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar
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A transfer from and back to the airport is included
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We can arrange additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour for an extra cost
Day 1
Seronera - Central Serengeti
Fly from ZNZ Airport to Seronera Airstrip between 08:00 and 11:00 AM (departure times may vary based on seat availability).
Upon arrival, an English-speaking guide will warmly welcome you, and we’ll present each guest with a bottle of champagne and fresh fruits as a gift. The safari game drive begins immediately after leaving the airstrip. Serengeti, the "pearl of Tanzania," is home to the Big Five and the Great Migration, offering a breathtaking experience year-round.
Lunch will be served in the heart of nature, under the shade of acacia trees, in a relaxing picnic style. We’ll return to the lodge or camp by 18:00.
Day 2
Ndutu - Southern Serengeti
After breakfast, you'll travel to the borders of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Today promises to be a remarkable day as you witness the start of the Great Migration. The migration of wildebeests is often seen as a dramatic struggle for survival, but today, you'll experience one of the wild’s most heartwarming events. Before setting off, the antelopes give birth to new life. You’ll watch thousands of baby antelopes take their first timid steps as they head out to new pastures. This is a highlight of the Calving Season Safari. After witnessing this beautiful beginning of life, you’ll return to your lodge to rest.
Day 3
Full day safari in Serengeti
Today, you'll return to the savannah to continue witnessing the magic of new life. You'll spend the day here, where you might also see the other side of this incredible event. Baby antelopes, vulnerable as they are, attract predators. Hungry lions and leopards are already lurking, ready to begin their hunt. It's a fascinating and intense interaction between innocent new life and the primal instincts of predators. Keep your cameras ready—today’s activities are sure to be captivating.
Day 4
Ngorongoro Conservation area
Wake up early today and get ready for a day full of adventure. We’ll start with a sunrise game drive, followed by breakfast. After some rest at your camp, we'll head towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. On the way, you can optionally visit a Maasai village. Once we arrive at the lodge, the rest of the day is yours to relax and unwind.
Day 5
Transfer to Arusha Airport
This day is part of the unforgettable Calving Season Safari, where you can witness the early stages of the Great Migration.
After breakfast, you’ll drive to Ngorongoro and spend half the day on safari in the crater. We’ll enjoy lunch by the lake, home to a family of hippos. The Eighth Wonder of the World will leave a lasting impression on you, as the Big Five welcome you within the “walls” of their home.
After lunch, we’ll transfer you to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Flight time is 16:45–18:00 (departure times may vary based on availability).
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