Experience Tanzania’s spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration on this unforgettable 3-day fly-in safari from Zanzibar to the wildlife-rich Ndutu plains in the southern Serengeti ecosystem. Enjoy scenic flights, thrilling game drives, and incredible opportunities to witness vast herds of wildebeest and zebras, along with lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. During the calving season, discover the magic of newborn wildebeest and the dramatic wildlife encounters that make Ndutu one of Africa’s most extraordinary safari destinations.
Escape the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar and fly into the heart of Tanzania’s wilderness for an unforgettable 3-day Great Wildebeest Migration safari in Ndutu, southern Serengeti. This exciting fly-in adventure combines convenient air travel with thrilling game drives across vast golden plains, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather during the migration season. Discover incredible wildlife encounters with lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas, and, during the calving season, witness newborn wildebeest taking their first steps. With breathtaking landscapes, exceptional wildlife photography opportunities, and comfortable accommodation, this short safari offers the perfect wildlife adventure from Zanzibar.
Begin your safari adventure with a scenic flight from Zanzibar to the Serengeti ecosystem, where Tanzania’s spectacular wildlife awaits. Upon arrival at the airstrip, meet your professional safari guide and begin an exciting game drive through the wildlife-rich Ndutu plains in southern Serengeti. Search for vast herds of wildebeest and zebras, along with iconic predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. During the calving season, enjoy the incredible opportunity to witness newborn wildebeest and the fascinating wildlife activity that makes Ndutu a remarkable safari destination. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon game drive, then head to your camp or lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive across the Ndutu plains, one of Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife areas during the Great Wildebeest Migration. Explore vast grasslands in search of wildebeest herds, zebras, newborn calves, and predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon wildlife adventure, with opportunities to spot elephants, giraffes, gazelles, and diverse birdlife. In the late afternoon, return to your camp or lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.
Begin your final safari morning with an early breakfast before heading into the Ndutu plains for one last opportunity to experience Tanzania's spectacular wildlife. The early morning can offer beautiful photographic light and rewarding wildlife sightings. With your guide, explore areas where animals have recently been spotted, searching for wildebeest herds, zebras, gazelles, giraffes, and predators beginning their day. Depending on the season, you may witness the movement of migration herds across the plains or observe lions and cheetahs in their natural habitat. Your guide will tailor the route to the available time, current wildlife movements, and your departure flight schedule. After your morning game drive, enjoy breakfast or a packed meal, depending on the camp arrangements and flight time. You will then transfer to the appropriate airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Zanzibar. As your aircraft leaves the Serengeti behind, enjoy a final aerial view of the vast plains and winding landscapes that make Tanzania one of Africa's most remarkable safari destinations. Upon arrival in Zanzibar, continue with your onward transfer to your hotel, bringing your unforgettable 3-day fly-in Serengeti and Ndutu Great Migration safari to a memorable conclusion.
Enjoy two nights in a comfortable tented camp or lodge in the Ndutu area, surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of Tanzania’s wilderness. Relax in a peaceful setting after exciting game drives, savor freshly prepared meals, and experience the magic of the African bush. Depending on your travel dates and budget, accommodation options can range from charming midrange tented camps to luxurious safari lodges, offering comfort, warm hospitality, and convenient access to the wildlife-rich Ndutu plains.
Enjoy two nights in a comfortable tented camp or lodge in the Ndutu area, surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of Tanzania’s wilderness. Relax in a peaceful setting after exciting game drives, savor freshly prepared meals, and experience the magic of the African bush. Depending on your travel dates and budget, accommodation options can range from charming midrange tented camps to luxurious safari lodges, offering comfort, warm hospitality, and convenient access to the wildlife-rich Ndutu plains.
During your safari, you may encounter: Wildebeest and zebras, including large migration herds during the appropriate season Lions and cheetahs Spotted hyenas and jackals African elephants Giraffes and buffaloes Thomson's and Grant's gazelles Ostriches and a variety of bird species Wildlife sightings depend on the season, rainfall, animal movements, and daily conditions.
It starts from $1,700 per person. The final price depends on your travel dates, group size and choice of lodges, so ask us for an exact quote.
Domestic flights between Zanzibar and the Serengeti, subject to the confirmed flight itinerary. Airport transfers in Zanzibar, where specified in the final quotation. Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver-guide. Park and applicable conservation fees for the itinerary. Two nights' accommodation in a tented camp or lodge. Meals as specified in the itinerary. Game drives in the Serengeti and Ndutu area. Picnic lunches during game drives, where applicable. Drinking water during safari activities, Park entrance and conservation fees, Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver, 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof, All game drives as described in the itinerary, Accommodation as per the itinerary, Meals as listed for each day, Bottled drinking water during game drives and Transfers from your Arusha hotel or Kilimanjaro Airport.
International flights, Tanzania visa fees, Travel insurance, Tips for your guide and lodge staff, Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses and Optional activities (e.g. hot-air balloon safari).
January, February, and March, February being the peak season for migration calving season.
It starts and ends in zanzibar.
Yes. Every itinerary can be adjusted to your pace and interests: add a night, swap a lodge, or combine it with Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar. Just ask.
Four days, three iconic parks: Tarangire’s elephants, a night on the Serengeti plains and a game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater.
Experience the thrill of Tanzania's wild side on this unforgettable 5-day safari! Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration and newborn calves in Ndutu, search for lions and cheetahs across the endless Serengeti plains, encounter Tarangire's magnificent elephants, and explore Ngorongoro Crater in search of the endangered black rhino. Four iconic wildlife destinations, incredible encounters, and five days of unforgettable African adventure!
A luxury journey through four parks — Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater — with gourmet bush lunches along the way.
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