11 Days Calving Season Photo Safari
Tour Overview
On this carefully guided 11 days photographic safari, you will get to witness the majesty of Ndutu's calving season in the Southern Serengeti. This is a spectacular show of nature's regeneration, with enormous herds of wildebeest, zebras, and other animals congregating across the green fields to give birth.
Observe how wildebeest moms bring new life into the world and care for their delicate calves in these nutrient-rich environments. It's a time of both fragility and resilience, as newborns take their first steps, always under the watchful eyes of predators like lions, hyenas, leopards, and cheetahs.
This safari provides you with the opportunity to genuinely interact with the complex circle of life in one of Africa's most pristine wilderness places. Our local photographer host and experienced driver particularly trained in serving photographers, will lead your trip.
Our carefully prepared tour takes you through Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and ultimately Ndutu, providing unmatched possibilities to photograph these breathtaking views as well as all the different species drawn to these phenomena of nature.
Join us on an extraordinary expedition to capture the wonder of life's cycle in one of Africa's most renowned destinations.
Itinerary
Day 1: The Arrival
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport - JRO, you will be met by our representative who will transfer you to your hotel in Arusha, overnight in Arusha.
Day 2 - 3: Tarangire National Park
Depart to Tarangire National Park for 2 nights
Morning pickup from your accommodation in Arusha will be followed by overland travel to Tarangire National Park. Tarangire is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts also known for its massive elephant herds, Tarangire River, this park boasts diverse flora and fauna within its savannah and woodlands.
The park's striking landscapes and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit destination for safari, offering a unique and memorable experience in the heart of Tanzania. Your game drive might be rewarded with the sites of lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, gerenuk, reedbuck, and perhaps even the rare fringe-eared oryx, and hundreds of bird species. Accommodation, Dinner, and overnights inside Park Lodge.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater & Ndutu
We commence the day with an early morning game drive before heading to Ngorongoro Crater. This remarkable crater, the world's largest unflooded and intact volcanic caldera, is often referred to as Africa's Garden of Eden.
The crater is encompassed by 2,000-foot-high walls, stretching over 16 kilometers, creating a natural sanctuary that provides all the essential elements for wildlife survival. Notably, it's home to a sustainable population of critically endangered black rhinos, and a game drive here often offers encounters with the entire Big Five.
In the afternoon, we'll depart for our next destination, the Ndutu Plain. As the sun sets, you will be transferred to a tented camp where you will dine under the stars and fall asleep to the sounds of the African wilderness.
Day 5 - 10 : Ndutu / Southern Serengeti
Full six days game of drives and photographing the thrilling Ndutu plains / Southern Serengeti as newborn wildebeest calves took their first steps, constantly under the watchful eyes of predators and others.
Day 11: Departure
On the final day of our photo safari, you will enjoy a leisurely breakfast or perhaps head out for a short early-morning game drive before traveling to Seronera Airstrip to board your scheduled flight back to Arusha. Transfer to the airport for your outbound flight or to your hotel for an extended safari.
Tour info
Group size
Maximum 6 guests
Included
Local Photographer Host
Professional driver trained to attend guest photographers
Transportation - Domestic transfers and game drives
Accommodation - Locally owned lodges or tented camps
Meals & water
All fees & taxes (Incld. entries and concessions)
Medivac Insurance
Excluded
Personal items
Tips & Gratitude
International flights & visa
Travel Insurance
Alcohol & beverages