5 Days Ndutu Migration
Tour Overview
Embark on a 5-day Tanzanian safari adventure covering Ndutu, Central Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater—three premier safari locations. With two nights in Ndutu for prime migration sightings, one night in the iconic Serengeti, and a night at Ngorongoro Crater, you’ll be guided by expert drivers for an unforgettable journey. This tour, best enjoyed between late December and March, aligns with the Great Migration, offering prime wildlife viewing and a chance to witness the wonders of nature.
Your Journey Mapped Out
Day 1 – Arusha to Ndutu, NCA
Day 2 – Ndutu, NCA
Day 3 – Ndutu, NCA to Central Serengeti
Day 4 – Central Serengeti to NCA
Day 5 – Ngorongoro Crater Tour (5 Hours) to Arusha
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Arusha to Ndutu, NCA
Your safari kicks off at 8 AM from Arusha, heading 5.5 hours (260 km) toward Ndutu in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA). Watch the landscape transition from forests to sweeping grasslands as you arrive in Ndutu. Here, a half-day game drive awaits, where you’ll witness wildebeests, zebras, and six species of big cats in the vibrant grasslands. Conclude with a sunset return to your accommodation for dinner.
Day 2 – Full Day in Ndutu, NCA
Start early or with a relaxed breakfast, choosing between a full-day game drive or split morning and afternoon drives. Track the migration across Ndutu’s fertile plains, teeming with young wildebeests and predators. Capture the action in this awe-inspiring landscape before returning to your lodge in the evening.
Day 3 – Ndutu to Central Serengeti
After breakfast, journey to the Central Serengeti, where the landscape opens to iconic grasslands and home to the Big Five. Traverse through vast plains and granite outcrops (kopjes), encountering diverse wildlife. After an adventurous day, enjoy dinner and rest at your accommodation.
Day 4 – Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater, NCA
A morning Serengeti game drive kicks off the day before your drive to Ngorongoro. Arrive in the Ngorongoro Crater, an intact volcanic caldera brimming with over 30,000 animals. End the day with dinner and relaxation at your chosen lodge.
Day 5 – Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Start early for a 6:30 AM descent into the Crater floor. Spot African elephants, black rhinos, lions, and more in this rich ecosystem. Following a picnic lunch by the Hippo Pool, ascend out of the Crater and make your way back to Arusha, concluding by evening with a memorable farewell to your safari team.
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Tour Inclusions
Price will Include
- All Park fees
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodations as stated in the itinerary
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Price Will not Include
- International flights (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation
- Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Services not mentioned in the program
- Travel insurance and medical repatriation
- Items of a personal nature
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