4 Day Fly-In Serengeti – Calving Season

Name: 4 Day Fly-In Serengeti - Calving Season
Brand: Tanzania Beauty Safaris
SKU: tour_en_4861
Price: 3650 USD
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Experience the ultimate 4-day fly-in Serengeti safari from Zanzibar during the wildebeest calving season (January to March), when over 8,000 calves are born daily across the Ndutu plains. This thrilling journey offers front-row views of the Great Migration, dramatic predator action, and the iconic Big Five, all without the long road transfers.

Start your adventure with a direct flight from Zanzibar to the Southern Serengeti, landing near the Ndutu region for quick access to the heart of the migration. Spend your days on immersive game drives across the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area, led by expert guides who will help you track lions, cheetahs, elephants, and more.

Enjoy luxury tented camps or lodges that offer comfort, gourmet meals, and sweeping savannah views, perfect after a day of unforgettable wildlife encounters. This fly-in safari is ideal for travellers starting their journey in Zanzibar seeking an exclusive, time-efficient safari that delivers the best of Tanzania’s wildlife in just four days.

Why Choose a Serengeti Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar?

The Serengeti calving season in Ndutu (southern Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area) is a wildlife spectacle, with millions of wildebeest giving birth and predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas on the prowl. Starting from Zanzibar, a fly-in safari saves time (1.5-2 hour flight vs. a full-day transfer) and pairs the thrill of the Great Migration with the convenience of luxury travel.

Key Highlights:

See 500,000+ wildebeest calves born in Ndutu, especially in February.
Spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo) and 500+ bird species.
Fly directly from Zanzibar to Serengeti’s Seronera or Ndutu airstrip.
Stay in eco-friendly tented camps or lodges like Serengeti Sametu Camp or Lemala Kuria Hills.

Sample 4-Day Serengeti Calving Season Safari from Zanzibar

Day 1: Fly from Zanzibar to Serengeti – Seronera Game Drive

Morning: Depart Zanzibar on a 1.5-2 hour flight to Seronera Airstrip in Serengeti National Park. Enjoy aerial views of the Indian Ocean and Serengeti plains. Upon arrival, meet your expert guide and start a game drive in the Seronera River Circuit, rich with lions, leopards, and elephants.
Afternoon: Have a picnic lunch in the bush and continue exploring Central Serengeti’s wildlife hotspots.
Evening: Check into a luxury tented camp.
Accommodation: Tented camp in Central Serengeti.

Day-2: Ndutu Plains – Calving Season Wildlife

Morning: After breakfast, drive to the Ndutu region, the heart of the wildebeest calving season. Witness thousands of new-born calves and zebras on the short-grass plains near Lake Ndutu, with predators like cheetahs and hyenas in pursuit. “Add an optional” hot air balloon safari ($550/person) for a breathtaking view of the herds at sunrise.
Afternoon: Enjoy a picnic lunch and track the migration.
Evening: Overnight at a Luxury tented camp in Ndutu, perfectly positioned for calving season action.
Accommodation: Lodge/ Tented camp in Ndutu.

Day 3: Ndutu and Ngorongoro Crater

Morning: Continue game drives in Ndutu, capturing the drama of the calving season with 2 million wildebeest and zebras. Spot predators and iconic acacia-dotted landscapes.
Afternoon: Transfer to the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. See black rhinos, lions, elephants, and flamingos at Lake Magadi.
Evening: Stay at a luxury lodge on the crater rim.
Accommodation: Lodge on Ngorongoro Crater rim.

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Zanzibar

Morning: Embark on an early game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater for prime wildlife sightings, including buffalo and ostriches. Enjoy a picnic breakfast in the crater.
Afternoon: Fly back to Zanzibar from a nearby airstrip. Arrive in Zanzibar by late afternoon.
End: Zanzibar (Stone Town or beach resort).

What’s Included

All park fees and permits for Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater Ndutu region.
All flights (roundtrip)
Comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for optimal game viewing.
Professional driver-guide and full-board meals (as specified).
Accommodation (camping, mid-range, or luxury, based on your preference).
Drinking water during game drives and transfers.

What to Pack

Lightweight, neutral-coloured clothing for layering (5,000-9,000 ft altitude).
Binoculars, camera, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
Comfortable walking shoes and a hat for sun protection.

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Included/Exclude

Park fees(For non-residents) All activities(Unless labeled as optional) All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade) A professional driver/guide All transportation(Unless labeled as optional) All Taxes/VAT Roundtrip airport transfer Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section) Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)

International flights(From/to home) Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day) Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.) Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)

Tour Amenities

Accepts Credit Cards

Outdoor Seating

Wireless Internet

Tour Plan

Day 1: Fly from Zanzibar to Serengeti – Seronera Game Drive

Start your adventure with a morning flight from Zanzibar to Ndutu in the Southern Serengeti, the heart of the Great Migration calving season. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to your luxury tented camp or lodge.

After lunch and a brief rest, head out for your first game drive in the Ndutu plains. Witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras grazing, new-born calves taking their first steps, and predators like lions and hyenas lurking nearby.

Day 2: Ndutu Plains – Calving Season Wildlife

Spend a full day exploring the Ndutu region, where short-grass plains attract massive herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. January to March marks the peak of the calving season, with over 8,000 calves born daily, drawing intense predator activity.

With your experienced guide, track cheetahs, lions, leopards, and hyenas as they follow the migration. You’ll also spot elephants, giraffes, jackals, and a wide variety of birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and return to camp in the late afternoon

Day 3: Ndutu and Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive toward the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the crater for a half-day game drive in one of Africa’s best wildlife-viewing destinations. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo.

Spot hippos wallowing in the crater lake, flamingos along the shores, and possibly a rare black rhino grazing in the distance. Enjoy lunch at a picnic site before ascending the crater and heading to your lodge in the Ngorongoro highlands.

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Ndutu region and Return to Zanzibar

After a relaxed breakfast, transfer to Kogatende Airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Zanzibar. Reflect on your incredible safari experience filled with migration drama, wildlife encounters, and unforgettable landscapes.