Discover Culture & Calving in Tanzania
A font-row seat to the Great Migration’s most dramatic chapter. Step into the heart of wildebeest calving season, where over half a million newborns take their first steps on the vast plains of the Southern Serengeti.
Journey highlights
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Walk the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater with your Masai guide to enjoy far reaching views
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Get to the heart of the migration birthing season on the Serengeti plains. This spectacle brings heightened predator activity.
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Embark on and intimate cultural experience with the Hadzabe people, one of the last true hunter getherer tribes near Lake Eyasi.
Our tailor made journeys include:
- Your dedicated Travel Consultant who will take care of arrangements
- Private international airport transfers in destination
- Your own private, English-speaking local guides
- Unique experiences, hand-picked by our Journeys team
- Entrance to must-see local sites
- Dedicated 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- Complimentary access to My Scott Dunn – industry-leading travel app providing pre-departure information and in-journey support
When to visit
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Tanzania is a large country, with a varied climate. Generally, the long rains run from March to May - the temperature is warm and the humidity is high. June to October is the long dry season, and the short rains are in November and December, much lighter than the long rains. January and February are again dry (the short dry season) so this is another good time to visit.
Itinerary
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At a Glance
After your overnight flight, arrive in Tanzania and transfer to the bustling town of Arusha at the foothills of Kilimanjaro.
Where to stay
Legendary Lodge (1 night)
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At a Glance
Depart for the dramatic Ngorongoro Highlands, where your exclusive lodge offers breathtaking crater views. Settle into Entamanu Lodge and enjoy a guided nature walk with a Maasai warrior. The following day head into the the greatest intact volcanic caldera, a sanctuary for astonishing concentrations of large mammals in Africa, including the Big Five. Enjoy a lavish bush breakfast amid this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Where to stay
Entamanu Ngorongoro (2 nights)
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At a Glance
Travel to the mobile Serengeti Safari Camp that is strategically positioned to witness the wildebeest calving season. Your tented suite welcomes you blending authentic safari charm with modern comfort. Spend two days on game drives that take you into the heart of the migration, where thousands of wildebeest calves are born daily, attracting predators like lions and cheetahs.
Where to stay
Serengeti Safari Camp (3 nights)
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At a Glance
Head due south from the Serengeti for Mwiba Lodge, an ultra-luxurious private reserve perched above a rocky gorge, offering absolute seclusion. After arrival relax in your stunning suite with uninterrupted wilderness views before a sundowner on a scenic deck.
Embark on an intimate cultural experience with the Hadzabe people, one of the last true hunter-gatherer tribes on Earth. Near Lake Eyasi, you'll join them in their traditional hunting and foraging activities, gaining deep insight into their way of life. This rare encounter offers a profound connection to a vanishing world. There is a chance to leisurely enjoy a visit to Mwiba’s natural hot springs—before an unforgettable private dining experience under the stars.
Where to stay
Mwiba Lodge (3 nights)
Alternative Places to Stay Nearby
We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itineraryis a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you. Call us on 020 8682 5068 to start planning your holiday.
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