The Wildebeest Migration: A Must-See Safari Destination

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8 Day Ndutu Calving season Wildebeest Migration Safari.

On this 8 days Ndutu Wildebeest Migration safari, you will get a unique opportunity to experience the most 4 incredible parks of the northern circuit of Tanzania which are Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Lake Ndutu which is our main target from December to April and during February it is the best time to witness the calving, Ngorongoro crater which is also known as unbroken caldera and Lastly Lake Manyara which is well known for its bird life and tree climbing lions.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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Enjoying a world-famous Tarangire National Park (Included)
Tarangire National Park is one of the best national parks in Tanzania located in the wordof Masai Steppe to the south east and the lakes of the Great Rift Valle
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Serengeti It is home to the greatest wildlife spectacle on earth – the great migration of wildebeest (Included)

Serengeti National Park is a World Heritage Site teeming with wildlife: over 2 million ungulates, 4000 lions, 1000 leopard, 550 cheetahs and some 500 bird species

The Great Wildebeest Migration
At the heart of the South Serengeti lies the world famous Ndutu. (Included)

Offering consistently the best wildlife viewing during the green season, Ndutu is strategically situated at the center of the southern plains although the immediate area is blanketed with a forest of acacia trees.

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Extinct volcanic caldera in the Eastern Ngorongoro Crater (Included)

Classed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ngorongoro Crater was formed when a giant volcano exploded and collapsed around 3 million years ago

TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival in Arusha

You will be picked up from the airport by a GreyJoy Tours representative and conveyed to your accommodation in Arusha where you will overnight, relax, and prepare in anticipation of the wildebesst migation safari adventures to come.

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Day 2 Arusha to Tarangire National Park.

In the morning you will be collected from your lodgings in Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park on a good tarmac road across gently rolling Masai plains with scattered acacia trees. Tarangire National Park, well known for its large elephant herds, is also host to a multitude of other creatures.

Wildebeest migration safari- 8 days ndutu calving season
Day 3-4 Serengeti National Park

Along the way we`ll pass through the mist-shrouded rainforests of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area where you might be lucky enough to see baboons, or even leopards and elephants in the dense undergrowth. Passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you will be able to see the breath-taking Ngorongoro Crater before traveling onwards to the Serengeti National Park, which you will reach by midday.

Serengeti migration safari
Day 5-6 South Serengeti (Ndutu)

We arrive in time for a delectable luncheon at the lodge or tented camp, and, with appetites sated, we undertake our afternoon game drive in the Ndutu region. After an unforgettable day, we head for The Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp to dine and unwind by a fire on the plain under the star bright endless African night sky.

Day 7 Ndutu to Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast you will head out for an en route game drive through the Ndutu Area before embarking on your journey to Ngorongoro Crater. After lunch and a full afternoon inside the Crater, you will head to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 8 Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

This, a relatively small but diverse park, 120km west of Arusha is so named for the shallow salt lake that covers some seventy percent of the surface area, flooding and drying with the seasons and home to thousands of flamingo and in the extraordinary region of 500 other bird species. The park is known for its diverse landscapes; not only open grassy plains, but also primate-filled woodlands and baobab dotted cliffs.

What's Included in this Wildebeest Migration Safari?

Included

  • 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)

Excluded

  • International flights(From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips(Tipping guideline US$15.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

ENHANCE YOUR WILDEBEEST MIGRATION SAFARI WITH ADD-ON ACTIVITIES AND UPGRADES

Your Wildebeest Migration safari includes all the essentials but you can add extra wow-factor to your tour by adding on the activities and accommodation upgrades that suit you best.
Optional activities you can add to this trip.
Optional accommodation upgrades and add-ons for this trip:
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Camping/Budget Accommodation
Our recommendations are:

  • Outpost Lodge / Tulia Boutique Hotel /Lilac Campsite/ Panorama Campsite

Mid Range Accomodation
Our recommendations are:
  • Tarangire Simba Lodge
  • Tarangire Sopa Lodge
  • Tarangire Nimali Camp
  • Oliver’s Camp
Luxury Accomodation
Our recommendations are:
  • Mount Meru hotel
  • Kitela Lodge (Karatu)
  • Kubu Kubu Tented Camp
Luxury Plus Accomodation
Our recommendations are:
  • The Manor at Ngorongoro
  • Gran Melia Arusha

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GUEST REVIEWS

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Adam M
Great experience
We just got back from an amazing 4-day Safari with Greyjoy tours . The company really stands out with their outstanding level of service! The office was very helpful in customizing our trip to our needs and our budget. Our guide, Eugen, was very very experienced, he told us every single detail about the animals and background information about the national parks. Above any expectations, he served every day a super delicious lunch in a great scenery. Honestly, the lunches organized by Greyjoy were by far the best food we had in Tanzania! Eugen even cleaned the Safari Jeep every day, not that we have expected that at all. And last but not least he has a very good sense of humor 🙂 So if you are looking for an unbeatable safari experience in Tanzania look no further and go with Greyjoy tours & Safari and ask for Eugen as guide!
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Lindsay Swartz Martinez
In June We had a fantastic experience climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro with the GreyJoy team. The guide Imma and his team were very professional and skilled. We did the Machame route in 7 days.


The food served was delicious and they truly went out of their way to ensure we are all having a great time.

Highly recommend GreyJoy to people who want to climb Kilimanjaro.

FAQ - FOR THIS WILDEBEEST MIGRATION SAFARI TOUR.

This tour starts and end in Arusha, Stars at 8am on Day 1 at your Arranged accommodation (location may vary – we’ll confirm the location in your final tour Itinerary.

What to pack for a Tanzania Safari?

Luggage:

  • Duffle bag instead of suitcase (soft cases fit better in the jeep than hard cases)
  • Smaller day backpack for personal belongings

Important documents:

  • Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
  • E-visa
  • Ticket / boarding pass
  • Cash (US Dollars)
  • Bank cards
  • Vaccination booklet
  • Travel insurance policy

Clothing:

  • Long pants, for evenings or early mornings
  • Shorts/ skirts/ dresses
  • T-shirts, polos, short sleeve tops
  • Long sleeve shirts for evenings or early mornings
  • 1 or 2 sweaters, for evenings or early mornings
  • Underwear, socks & nightwear
  • Shoes (sneakers, hiking shoes)
  • Slippers / sandals
  • Belt, scarf, jewelry
  • Swimwear
  • A laundry bag (no plastic 🌿)

Camera & gadgets:

  • Travel adapter (English 3-plug)
  • Photo camera / video camera
  • Different lenses *
  • Camera memory card, battery and charger
  • Phone & phone charger
  • Ipad / tablet & charger
  • Possibly GoPro or other gadgets

Useful Safari must-haves:

  • Binoculars (8×32 or 10×42)
  • Flashlight
  • Pocket knife (handy during the picnic lunch)
  • Tasty snacks or energy bars (you will get good meals, but some people like their own snacks as well)
  • Travel alarm clock (or telephone)
  • Tanzania guide / wildlife books / bird books
  • Puzzle booklet or other entertainment for in the jeep

* for the safari we recommend a 70-300mm lens, but if you really want to go all-in the bigger the better, a 600mm lens is great for beautiful close-ups of wildlife!

👉🏽 Mosquito nets, towels, beach towels, shampoo and soap are provided by accommodations. You do not have to bring this.

 

Yes. Around 70% of our guests are solo so you can absolutely join this, or any other of our tours. Curious about who travels with us?

Everyone has their own favourites, but in general we find that these are the most popular:

  • Night Game Drive
  • Hot Air baloon Safari
  • Cultural Tourism at Hazabe and Maasai Village
  • Visit Tanzanite Museum 
  • Visit Maasai market & Cultural Heritage

Yes – but we cannot guarantee availability, especially in peak times, so if there is something that is definitely on your bucket list we suggest you pre-book it as part of your tour.

Accommodation on Mid-range safaris is in Lodges and sometimes Tented Camps.  The approximate price range of this accommodation is: U$D 100-235 per person, per night.
All your food is provided by the lodge.

Accommodation on Luxury safaris in Tanzania is in Lodges and sometimes Tented Camps.  The approximate price range of this accommodation is: U$D 235 – 600 per person, per night.
All your food is provided by the lodge.

NOTE

Lodges are full service facilities with private rooms or cottages with private bathrooms and have restaurants and lounges.  Most have swimming pools. Many lodges are architecturally stunning made with local materials and inspired by local designs and the environment.

Tented camps are permanent or semi-permanent camps sited in areas of excellent game viewing. These provide many of the comforts of a lodge within private spacious canvas tents on a solid permanent base with beds and private baths, and high-quality meals. Tented camps are more intimate than lodges as they generally accommodate 12 to 20 guests.

We recommend booking as soon as you know you can travel, and have decided on which tour you would like to go on. Some of our tours can be quite popular so it’s best to secure your spot as soon as possible. Your spot can be booked with just a 20% deposit and full balance is due 45 days prior to departure. 

We have guests in their late teens to their mid 60’s, but the average age is between 25–45. More important than age is attitude – we have found over the years that if you have a thirst for adventure then age is no barrier. Please do keep in mind though that a reasonable level of fitness is required – we can talk you through any specifics. The minimum age of joining a tour is 18 years old. 

When booking a tour you can choose to pay in full, or reserve your seat with a 20% deposit and pay it off over time. The balance is due 45 days before your tour’s departure.

During the time between paying the deposit and your departure you can add more activities and customise your accommodation.

We accept most major credit cards.