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French7 Days - Wildebeests Calving Season
Offered by - WILD TRACKERS ADVENTURES COMPANY LIMITED
Tour Features
This immersive 7-day safari offers an unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations during the dramatic wildebeest calving season. Taking place from December to April, this period marks one of nature's most spectacular events as thousands of wildebeests give birth in the vast plains of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. The calving season is not just a visual marvel, but also a time of intense predator-prey interactions, making it a thrilling experience for wildlife enthusiasts. In addition to the game drives, you’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in the local Maasai culture and explore historical sites like Olduvai Gorge, where some of the earliest human fossils were discovered. Throughout this safari, you’ll visit the Serengeti, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its endless plains and extraordinary wildlife, including the Great Wildebeest Migration. As you travel through the park, you’ll witness the incredible spectacle of newborn wildebeest calves and the predators, such as lions and cheetahs, that follow them closely, creating dramatic moments in the wild.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| 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. |
| Not for solo travelers | Solo travelers cannot book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | CHARITY HOTEL No images available | All Meals Included |
| 2-3 | HERITAGE TENTED LODGE No images available | All Meals Included |
| 4 | HERITAGE TENTED LODGE NDUTU No images available | Meals included as per itinerary |
| 5 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | All Meals Included |
| 6 | OMEGA VIEW No images available | All Meals Included |
| 7 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast & Lunch Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - ARRIVALYour adventure begins upon arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport. After clearing customs, you'll meet your driver, who will be holding a sign with your name. You'll be transported to Charity Hotel, situated on the outskirts of Arusha, where you’ll enjoy your first night with breakfast included.
Accommodation: CHARITY HOTEL
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 2 - ARUSHA -CENTRAL SERNGETITakes you to the renowned Serengeti National Park. The name “Serengeti” comes from the Maasai language, meaning “endless plain.” En route, you might visit a Maasai Village to immerse yourself in local culture or stop by Olduvai Gorge, known as the Cradle of Humanity. Here, you’ll gain insights into the evolutionary journey of humankind. Your stay will be at a luxury heritage camp, with lunch, dinner, and breakfast provided.
Accommodation: HERITAGE TENTED LODGE
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 3 - EXOPLORE SERENGETIis a full day dedicated to exploring the Serengeti. This park is celebrated for its stunning landscapes and the Great Wildebeest Migration. The vast herds of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope are a sight to behold, with predators like lions and cheetahs often seen amidst the rocky kopjes. The Serengeti’s terrain ranges from open grasslands to wooded ridges, offering diverse wildlife experiences. Enjoy another night at the luxury heritage camp with all meals included.
Accommodation: HERITAGE TENTED LODGE
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 4 - SERENGETI TO NDUTU PLAINSyou’ll transition to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This region, part of the southern Serengeti ecosystem, becomes particularly vibrant during the calving season from December to April. Here, you’ll check into your lodge and embark on an afternoon game drive. The area is known for its high concentration of elephants, birdlife, and resident game.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: HERITAGE TENTED LODGE NDUTU
Meals & Drinks: Meals included as per itinerary
- Day 5 - NDUTU PLAINSoffers a full-day game drive in the Ndutu area. Witness the spectacle of newborn wildebeest calves and the exciting predator action that accompanies the calving season. The diverse habitats of swamps, woodlands, and soda lakes make this a prime location for observing various wildlife. The marshes and lakes support numerous bird species, while lions and cheetahs are commonly seen on the plains. Your stay will be at Omega View with all meals included.
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 6 - NGORONGORO CRATERyou’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often described as the world’s eighth wonder. The crater’s 600-meter depth and 16-kilometer width create a unique ecosystem. Here, you can see Tanzania’s last remaining black rhinos among the many large animals residing within the crater, including lions, cheetahs, and various herbivores. Flamingos and other birds can be spotted at Makat Soda Lake. Return to Omega View for your last night with lunch, dinner, and breakfast included.
Accommodation: OMEGA VIEW
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 7 - DEPARTUREenjoy a leisurely morning before your transfer to Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport for your departure. If you have an evening flight, consider exploring additional day trip activities—just let us know if you’d like to arrange something special. This safari combines thrilling wildlife encounters with rich cultural experiences, offering an in-depth and immersive exploration of Tanzania’s wildlife during one of the most dramatic and rewarding times of the year. It’s a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness nature’s raw beauty in action.
Main Destination: Arusha
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & Lunch Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- 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
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Rates Per Person
Dec 1, 2024 - Apr 5, 2025
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- 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
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
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.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
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.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
WILD TRACKERS ADVENTURES COMPANY LIMITED
Tanzania
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