Embark on a 3-day safari during the calving season in the Serengeti is an unforgettable experience, as this is one of the most exciting times to visit. The calving season typically occurs between January and March, when around 8,000 wildebeest calves are born each day, along with other herbivores such as zebras and gazelles. This period provides extraordinary opportunities for wildlife sightings, including predator-prey interactions.
Tour Features
| Mid-Range Tour: | This tour includes mid-range camping and lodges. |
| Can be Customized: | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private Tour: | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo traveller: | Solo traveller can book this tour. |
| Can start any day: | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age not required: | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
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1DAY 1: ARUSHA TO SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Morning: Depart from Arusha early in the morning (around 6:00 AM) to begin your drive to the Serengeti. The journey will take about 5-6 hours, so be prepared for a long but scenic trip. Afternoon: Arrive in the Serengeti in the afternoon and head directly to the central Serengeti area (Seronera). This area is known for its wildlife activity and will be a great starting point to experience the calving season. Go on an afternoon game drive, where you'll see wildebeest herds, newborn calves, and potentially predators (lions, cheetahs, hyenas) drawn to the vulnerable young animals. Highlights: Observe the vulnerable young calves, the excitement of the predator-prey dynamics, and the vast plains filled with animals. It’s an ideal place to witness lion, cheetah, and hyena activity around the herds. Evening: Check into your accommodation (lodge or camp) within or near the Serengeti. Enjoy a bush dinner or a sundowner in the evening as you recount the day's safari experiences.
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2DAY 2: SOUTH SERENGETI AND NDUTU REGION
Morning: After breakfast, head toward the Ndutu region in the southern Serengeti. This area is one of the best places to witness the calving season as the wildebeest gather in massive herds to give birth. Midday: Spend time exploring the herds and witnessing the calving process. You’ll also likely spot predators (like lions, cheetahs, and jackals) waiting to catch an unsuspecting calf. Highlights: This area is also known for its birdlife, so be sure to keep an eye out for birds of prey like eagles and vultures that often follow the action. Afternoon: Continue your exploration of the area, observing the interaction between the herbivores and their predators. Evening: Head back to camp or lodge for an evening meal and relaxation. You may opt for a night game drive if your camp offers it.
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3DAY 3: GAME DRIVES AND DEPARTURE
Morning: Enjoy your last early morning game drive before heading back to Arusha. The early morning hours are perfect for spotting big cats in action, as this is when they're most active. Visit Seronera or surrounding areas for your final opportunity to see wildebeest, calves, and perhaps even cubs hunting their first prey. Highlights: By now, you’ll have witnessed a range of calving activity and predator-prey dynamics. Look for cheetah families, lion prides, and hyena clans, all of which tend to be more active during this period. Midday: Have an early lunch at your lodge or on the go. Afternoon: Depart the Serengeti in the early afternoon, and begin the drive back to Arusha. You should arrive in the evening, depending on traffic and stops along the way.
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Important to Know
- This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 14 people.
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flightfrom/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older.
| Start Dates |
Solo 1 room |
2 people 1 room |
3 people 2 room |
4 people 2 room |
4+ people 3 room |
| Feb 19 2025 to Jun 18 2025 | $2079 | $1649 | $1507 | $ | $ |
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
No, is not included, but can be arranged for an extra cost
Tiem Tours And Safaris
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Offices In :
Tanzania -
Size :
10+ -
Member Of :
TATO -
Tour Types :
Safaris And Tours In Tanzania, Mountain Trekking And Beach Holidays -
Destinations :
Kenya
Tanzania
Uganda -
TIEM TOURS AND SAFARIS is an African safari specialist and tour operator, offering a full service for arranging and booking safaris, mountain climbing expeditions, Car hire and beach holidays around Tanzania. Tiem tours offers you a wholesome and distinct insight into the wonders of Tanzania amazingly diverse landscape, wildlife, history and cultural heritage. Our expeditions are crafted by a diverse family and team born-bred in Tanzania, who love the country and care to deliver the finest tour experiences from a native perspective.
| Mid-Range Tour: | This tour includes mid-range camping and lodges. |
| Can be Customized: | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private Tour: | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo traveller: | Solo traveller can book this tour. |
| Can start any day: | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age not required: | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
-
1DAY 1: ARUSHA TO SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Morning: Depart from Arusha early in the morning (around 6:00 AM) to begin your drive to the Serengeti. The journey will take about 5-6 hours, so be prepared for a long but scenic trip. Afternoon: Arrive in the Serengeti in the afternoon and head directly to the central Serengeti area (Seronera). This area is known for its wildlife activity and will be a great starting point to experience the calving season. Go on an afternoon game drive, where you'll see wildebeest herds, newborn calves, and potentially predators (lions, cheetahs, hyenas) drawn to the vulnerable young animals. Highlights: Observe the vulnerable young calves, the excitement of the predator-prey dynamics, and the vast plains filled with animals. It’s an ideal place to witness lion, cheetah, and hyena activity around the herds. Evening: Check into your accommodation (lodge or camp) within or near the Serengeti. Enjoy a bush dinner or a sundowner in the evening as you recount the day's safari experiences.
-
2DAY 2: SOUTH SERENGETI AND NDUTU REGION
Morning: After breakfast, head toward the Ndutu region in the southern Serengeti. This area is one of the best places to witness the calving season as the wildebeest gather in massive herds to give birth. Midday: Spend time exploring the herds and witnessing the calving process. You’ll also likely spot predators (like lions, cheetahs, and jackals) waiting to catch an unsuspecting calf. Highlights: This area is also known for its birdlife, so be sure to keep an eye out for birds of prey like eagles and vultures that often follow the action. Afternoon: Continue your exploration of the area, observing the interaction between the herbivores and their predators. Evening: Head back to camp or lodge for an evening meal and relaxation. You may opt for a night game drive if your camp offers it.
-
3DAY 3: GAME DRIVES AND DEPARTURE
Morning: Enjoy your last early morning game drive before heading back to Arusha. The early morning hours are perfect for spotting big cats in action, as this is when they're most active. Visit Seronera or surrounding areas for your final opportunity to see wildebeest, calves, and perhaps even cubs hunting their first prey. Highlights: By now, you’ll have witnessed a range of calving activity and predator-prey dynamics. Look for cheetah families, lion prides, and hyena clans, all of which tend to be more active during this period. Midday: Have an early lunch at your lodge or on the go. Afternoon: Depart the Serengeti in the early afternoon, and begin the drive back to Arusha. You should arrive in the evening, depending on traffic and stops along the way.
Includes & Excludes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of 56 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
| Start Dates |
Solo 1 room |
2 people 1 room |
3 people 2 room |
4 people 2 room |
4+ people 3 room |
| Feb 19 2025 to Jun 18 2025 | $2079 | $1649 | $1507 | $ | $ |
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
No, is not included, but can be arranged for an extra cost
Tiem Tours And Safaris
-
Offices In :
Tanzania -
Size :
10+ -
Member Of :
TATO -
Tour Types :
Safaris And Tours In Tanzania, Mountain Trekking And Beach Holidays -
Destinations :
Kenya Tanzania Uganda -
TIEM TOURS AND SAFARIS is an African safari specialist and tour operator, offering a full service for arranging and booking safaris, mountain climbing expeditions, Car hire and beach holidays around Tanzania. Tiem tours offers you a wholesome and distinct insight into the wonders of Tanzania amazingly diverse landscape, wildlife, history and cultural heritage. Our expeditions are crafted by a diverse family and team born-bred in Tanzania, who love the country and care to deliver the finest tour experiences from a native perspective.
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