9 Day Calving Season Safari
9 Day Calving Season Safari Price Table
| 2 People | 3 People | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price Per Person (USD) | 3,579 (USD) | 3,009 (USD) | 2,983 (USD) | 2,762 (USD) | 2,633 (USD) |
Itinerary Details
Itinerary Snapshot
On the nine-day Calving Safari you will visit the Tarangire, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro conservation area, and Serengeti National Park. One on the most spectacular experiences of the Serengeti takes place with the migration and calving season. Travel through breath-taking landscapes and exclusive off-road drives in Ndutu. The calving groups in migration will put you in the midst of thousands of wildebeests and zebras. With over 8,000 wildebeests being born every day, guest may even witness baby wildebeests taking off running just minutes after being born.
Perfect for
- Travelers visiting from January to march,
- Focus on migration wildlife and activity in southern Serengeti and Ndutu
- More exclusive safari experiences with off-road game drive in Ndutu
Accomodations
Day 1: Greenside Hotel
Day 2 & 3: Crater Rim View Inn
Day 4, 5, 6 & 7: Ndutu Katikati Tented camp
Day 8: Shuhudia Camp
Day by Day Itinery
Day 1: Arrival Day.Kilimanjaro Airport-Arusha
Karibu Tanzania, upon arrival to Kilimanjaro Airport our meet and greet guy will welcome you to east Africa. Upon exiting the airport, a Malaki Safari Representative will be holding a poster with your name who will transfer you to Arusha (45-60 minutes).
Day 2: Tarangire
In the morning you will be collected in Arusha and travel overland to Tarangire National Park (2 hours). During your drive you will experience woodland dotted with monumental ancient baobabs alongside the road and hopefully see the magnificent herds of African Elephants found in northern Tanzania. The Tarangire River provides water all year round, marking Tarangire
National Park a refuge during dry season for migratory ungulates resulting in sheer density of wildlife at it peak.
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, guests and their guide will drive to the park via the north gate of Lake Manyara National Park. A lush green ecosystem composed of the grassy floodplain, rocky ridge, and acacia forest, Manyara guarantees a diverse birdlife with over 500 species of birds. Some birds in particular include extraordinary flocks of greater and lesser flamingoes, storks, herons, and pelicans inhabiting the lake area. Stopping on-route at the small village of Mto wa Mbu, a culturally vibrant town known for the market visit after game viewing and hot local lunch guests will continue onward to stroll through farm or kitela farm gardens and coffee plantations
Day 4: Ngoro Ngoro Conservation Area
Wake up early and be one of the first vehicles descending into one of the natural wonders of the world. Ngoro Ngoro is the world largest intact volcanic caldera with a farmed reputation for African garden of Eden, the 2000 feet high wall surrounding 16km. The wide crater is a vast natural dome that contains everything essential for wildlife to exist and survive. Tanzania population of the critically endangered black or browser rhino can easily be spotted as well as accompanied by encounters with the big five,(lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and cape buffalo). By mid-afternoon it will be time to travel to your next destination – the Ndutu Plains.
Day 5-7: Ndutu Plains southern Serengeti
The Ndutu Plains are tucked between NCAA and Serengeti which allows off-road game drives, perfect for viewing wildebeest migration. The Great Wildebeest Migration is a perpetual movement of over 1.5 million of wildebeest, zebra, antelope and other migratory wildlife in search of fresh food and water from January to February. Ndutu has expectedly had a dense concentration of migratory herds from as its hosts the high anticipated calving season, with the gathering of the Great Migration along with thousands of baby calves born every day. Predators such as lions, leopard, cheetah, and hyena will also follow in a desperate fight for survival, be alert for the striped hyena, a rare carnivore which prefers the Ndutu area and often and spotted at dust or dawn.
Day 8: Central Serengeti
Start your morning with a game drive and then proceed to central Serengeti. The famousSerengeti’s endless plains is home of one of the largest wildlife population in the world. Your adventure around the Serengeti Kopjes may reveal all sorts of wildlife ranging from insects, snakes, and lizards to large predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Kopjes provide an excellent vantage point to survey the surrounding area for food source or predators. Keep an eye out for a hyrax, small herbivores mammal exclusive to the Kopjes and surprisingly the closest relative to the elephant, various smaller carnivores residents in Serengeti include the common genet, the African civet the honey badger and at least five mongoose species.
Day 9: Central Serengeti
On your last morning in the Serengeti, enjoy a leisurely breakfast or perhaps head out early for a short early morning game drive before traveling to the Seronera Airstrip, to catch your scheduled flight back to Arusha. Upon pick-up make an optional stop at a local shop with an abundance of wood carvings, artifacts, painting, and crafts. Afterwards, rest at a day room and enjoy a firewall lunch in Arusha before leaving for your departure to Kilimanjaro airport.
Inclusions
- Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
- Daily game drives while on Safari.
- Meals as per itinerary.
- Concession/ Camping Fees.
- 4×4 Land Cruiser.
- A professional English speaking driver/ guide.
- All Taxes and VAT.
- Drinking water while on safari
Exclusions
- Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- International flights.
- Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
- Tips (Tipping guidelines).
Add-on tours in Serengeti
Hot Air Balloon Ride: USD 550 per person
Short Walking Tour (4 hours): USD 45 per person
Long Walking Tour ( 6 hours): USD 60 per person
Add-on tours in Nqutu
Hot Air Balloon Ride: USD 550 per person
Short Walking Tour ( 4 hours): USD 45 per person
Long Walking Tour (6 hours): USD 60 per person
Add-on tours in Ngoro Ngoro
Masai Village Tour: USD 50 per person
Olduvai Gorge museum visit: USD 35 per person
Ngorongoro Crater Rim Hike: USD 35 per person
Our Reviews
EXCELLENT Based on 39 reviews Posted on Tripadvisor Giulia PVerified Knowledgeable, attentive and passionate about wildlife Malaki was an incredible guide who made our safari an unforgettable experience. He was extremely knowledgeable, attentive and passionate about wildlife. He knows so much about the animals and their natural environment, and always showed great respect for nature and wildlife. We felt in very good hands throughout the entire safari. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide!Posted on Tripadvisor Marta PVerified Indimenticabile Malaki ci ha fatto vivere un’esperienza unicaPosted on Tripadvisor Matteo CVerified Esperienza incredibile Guida pronta e preparata che ti fa vivere l'esperienza del safari autentica nel rispetto della natura. Persona speciale. Ha contribuito a farci vivere dei momenti indimenticabili.Posted on Tripadvisor Luca GianquittoVerified Una delle esperienze più belle della mia vita Malaki è stato una guida eccezionale e ha reso il nostro safari un’esperienza davvero indimenticabile. È sempre stato gentile, disponibile, professionale e preparatissimo. Ha fatto di tutto per farci vivere ogni momento nel migliore dei modi, condividendo con noi la sua passione e facendoci sentire sempre a nostro agio. Grazie a lui siamo riusciti a goderci il safari al massimo e a vivere un’esperienza che porteremo sempre nel cuore. Grazie di tutto, Malaki! Se tornassimo in Tanzania, sceglieremmo senza alcun dubbio di fare un altro safari con te. ❤️Posted on Tripadvisor Željana LVerified Adventure of a lifetime We spent unforgettable a six days with Malaki team. Everything was perfectly organized. The welcome at the airport was masterful and our adventure of a lifetime begins.A Tanzanian stuned us with her beauty.Unreal of Tarangire National Park,Ngorongoro Crater,Original Maasai Lodge,Serval wildlife,Materuni Village and soo much more.We had the opportunity to see landspapes and wildlife.Special thanks to the best and the fastsets driver Richard. Thank you for everything. We can't wait to come back. Malaki Safaris are the best team.Posted on Tripadvisor Milena NVerified unforgettable a trip to remember. I still feel like I was dreaming. The Malaki team is phenomenal and the energy is great. For every recommendation. next time we will come with children :) Asante sana :)Posted on Tripadvisor Marija SVerified Amazing I had an absolutely amazing experience with Malaki Safaris! From the very beginning, everything was organized professionally and with great attention to detail. The team was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready to help, which made me feel safe and relaxed throughout the entire trip. The safari itself exceeded all my expectations. We had the opportunity to see breathtaking landscapes and incredible wildlife up close. Our guide was experienced and passionate, sharing fascinating insights about the animals and the environment, which made the experience even more special. Everything—from transportation and accommodation to daily activities—was perfectly arranged. I truly felt that every moment was carefully planned to give us the best possible experience. I highly recommend this agency to anyone looking for a memorable and authentic safari adventure in Africa. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I would gladly travel with them again! See you next year 🐘Posted on Tripadvisor Martin SVerified Nezaboravno putovanje Sa ekipom Malaki Safaris smo proveli 6 nezaboravnih dana. Momci su fenomenalni, od samog doceka na aerodromu do poslednjeg trenutka u njihovom mestu, apsolutno se osecate sigurno. Imacete utisak da ste sa prijateljima kod svoje kuce. Njihovo iskustvo, znanje i trud ce doprineti da osetite Tanzaniju i safari, ne samo da budete tu. Veliki pozdrav za celu ekipu! Svima najiskrenije preporucujemo!Posted on Tripadvisor Anastasija DVerified Amazing Safari experience! An absolutely incredible experience with Malaki Safaris! Everything was perfectly organized, and the team was extremely professional, kind, and attentive to every detail. These 6 days felt like pure magic - from breathtaking safaris to feeling completely safe and cared for at all times. They created memories we will cherish for a lifetime. A huge thank you for everything — we can’t wait to come back! Highly recommended!Posted on Tripadvisor Keira BVerified Trip of a lifetime! My mom and I had the joy of going on a 5-day safari with Malaki last fall through Tarangire, Ngorongoro crater, and the Serengeti. He was a perfect match for us - responsive to our needs and interests, incredibly knowledgeable about the animals and parks, very professional, warm and friendly. He helped us spot all the animals on our wishlist, with lots of up close encounters. It was very magical, and the trip of a lifetime!