Trip Overview
Allow two full days around Ndutu between the outward drive and the crater visit. This seasonal route is intended for the period when the herds use the southern plains.
Route: Ndutu / Southern Serengeti · Ngorongoro Crater
This itinerary is a starting plan for your enquiry. We confirm the accommodation, daily timing, transport and included services for your travel dates before you book. Tell us your group size, preferred comfort level and any onward flight times so we can prepare the final programme.
Seasonal routing: The migration moves throughout the year. Camp placement and travel dates must suit the area you want to visit. Calving events, predator sightings and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Ndutu / Southern Serengeti
Meet your guide in Arusha and begin the journey to Ndutu / Southern Serengeti. Head out to explore the Ndutu area with your guide. The daily driving route follows current wildlife locations rather than a fixed promise of one sighting. During the seasonal calving period, the southern plains can be the focus of the journey. Herd positions change, and wildlife encounters are never guaranteed.
Overnight: Ndutu-area seasonal camp / lodge
Ndutu / Southern Serengeti
Stay in the same wildlife area for another day, allowing more time to explore without changing regions. Head out to explore the Ndutu area with your guide. The daily driving route follows current wildlife locations rather than a fixed promise of one sighting. During the seasonal calving period, the southern plains can be the focus of the journey. Herd positions change, and wildlife encounters are never guaranteed.
Overnight: Ndutu-area seasonal camp / lodge
Ndutu / Southern Serengeti
Stay in the same wildlife area for another day, allowing more time to explore without changing regions. Head out to explore the Ndutu area with your guide. The daily driving route follows current wildlife locations rather than a fixed promise of one sighting. During the seasonal calving period, the southern plains can be the focus of the journey. Herd positions change, and wildlife encounters are never guaranteed.
Overnight: Ndutu-area seasonal camp / lodge
Ngorongoro Crater
Leave the previous overnight area and travel toward Ngorongoro Crater. Transfer time forms part of today’s schedule. Travel to the crater and descend for a game drive on the crater floor. Explore the available wildlife-viewing areas with your guide and stop for a picnic lunch. After the visit, ascend to the rim and continue to the next overnight stop or return toward Arusha, as shown in your confirmed schedule. Continue toward Arusha after the planned visit. An overnight hotel or onward airport transfer is added only if agreed in your quotation.
Overnight: Final overnight / departure arrangements confirmed in your quote
Accommodation & Meals
Accommodation is selected for your route, travel dates and budget. The quotation names each property or campsite and states the room type and meal plan. Availability is checked before confirmation; a property is reserved only through the agreed booking process.
Services to Confirm in Your Quote
- Transport and pickup/drop-off points
- Guiding and the activities described in the final itinerary
- Park entries and local activity charges, where applicable
- Accommodation, meals and drinking water arrangements
- Airport transfers and any requested extensions
Additional Costs to Discuss
- International and domestic flights
- Travel documents and personal insurance
- Tips, personal purchases and optional activities
- Extra hotel nights and activities outside the confirmed plan
The signed quotation sets out the actual inclusions and exclusions.
Booking Questions
Can you change this itinerary?
Yes. Send your preferred dates, number of travelers and the places that matter most to you. We can adjust the pace, accommodation and activities before confirming the trip.
What is the price of this calving season?
The price depends on dates, group size, accommodation and the agreed services. Request a written quote for this itinerary so you can compare the total cost and inclusions.
