7 Days The Circle of Life: A Calving Safari Experience

Witness the Miracle of Life on the Endless Serengeti Plains

Adventure

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This 7-day safari takes you deep into Tanzania’s Northern Circuit during the magical calving season. Each year, thousands of wildebeests give birth across the southern Serengeti, creating a breathtaking spectacle of new life and predator action. From Tarangire’s majestic baobabs to the dramatic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater, this journey offers unforgettable wildlife encounters and stunning scenery at every turn.

Trip Description

Experience Tanzania at its most vibrant during the calving season, when the Serengeti bursts with life. Explore Tarangire National Park, journey through Karatu’s lush highlands, and witness the great wildebeest birthing season across the plains. Continue to the Ngorongoro Crater, home to diverse wildlife and striking vistas, before concluding your adventure with a heart full of safari memories.

Accomodation

5 Stars Hotel & Luxury Camps and Lodges

Stay program

day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the lodge, take a walk around the neighborhood, or enjoy a quiet dinner while soaking in views of Mount Meru in the distance. This day is designed to help you rest and prepare for the adventure ahead. Dinner and overnight at Lake Duluti Safari Lodge (3 meals) If you arrive early, you can opt to add the following activities below (activity supplement applies with extra cost): - Materuni Waterfalls hike, coffee tour + local lunch. US$ 80 Total - Canoeing safari and/or nature walk plus game drive in Arusha National Park. US$ 300 Total - Canoeing safari Lake Duluti. US$ 70 Total - Arusha Town Tour includes local market visits, Maasai curio shop, etc. US$ 10 Total - Chemka Hot Spring. US$ 80 Total - Meru Camp. US$ 190 Total
day 2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its sweeping landscapes dotted with iconic baobab trees and thriving wildlife along the Tarangire River. This park is home to some of the largest elephant populations in East Africa, as well as lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and an impressive variety of birdlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch before continuing to your lodge in Karatu for a relaxing evening. Dinner and overnight at Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Safari Lodge (3 meals)
day 3
Karatu to Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)
Leave Karatu after breakfast and head to the Ndutu region, where the southern Serengeti and Ngorongoro meet. This area is the heart of the wildebeest calving season. Spend the afternoon exploring the open plains, where predators follow the herds closely. Dinner and overnight at Lake Masek Tented Lodge (3 meals)
day 4
Full-Day Game Drive in Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)
Spend the entire day tracking the calving herds in Ndutu. Witness the birth of wildebeest calves and the intense predator action that follows. Lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and jackals are highly active in this area during this time of year. Dinner and overnight at Lake Masek Tented Lodge (3 meals)
day 5
Ndutu to Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, begin your journey north into Central Serengeti. Along the way, enjoy game viewing as the landscape transitions into open savannahs teeming with wildlife. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive before heading to your camp for the night. Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Melia Safari Lodge (3 meals)
day 6
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Start the day with a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, taking in the last scenes of the vast plains and abundant wildlife. Afterward, drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing through scenic highlands en route to your lodge near the crater. Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Melia Safari Lodge (3 meals)
day 7
Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive & Departure
Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular half-day game drive. The crater floor hosts an incredible concentration of animals, including black rhinos, lions, elephants, and hippos. After lunch, begin the drive back to Arusha or proceed directly to the airport for your departure.