10 Days Serengeti Calving Safari & Luxury Island Escape
Duration10 Days / 9 Nights
Best TimeJanuary to March for the calving season
ExperienceWildlife · Migration
GroupSolo to groups
What to expect
10 days built around one of Africa's most extraordinary wildlife spectacles, an exclusive luxury safari through Tanzania timed to coincide with the legendary Serengeti Calving Season. This unforgettable journey takes you into the heart of the southern Serengeti, where hundreds of thousands of wildebeest give birth across the endless plains, attracting an incredible concentration of predators and dramatic wildlife encounters.
Complementing this remarkable safari are the breathtaking landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater, authentic cultural experiences with the Hadzabe and Datoga communities, scenic bush flights, and a luxurious finale on the pristine shores of Mnemba Island. Read more in the Tanzania destination guide, or browse all our Tanzania safaris.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you are warmly welcomed and assisted through arrival formalities before your private transfer to a luxury hotel in Arusha. Settle in, enjoy a delicious dinner, and relax in preparation for the adventure ahead.
Day 2Ngorongoro
Journey to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After a leisurely breakfast, travel through Tanzania's picturesque countryside towards the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, enjoy an immersive cultural experience in the vibrant village of Mto wa Mbu, where you discover local traditions, cuisine, and everyday life. Continue to your luxury lodge perched on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, offering spectacular panoramic views.
Day 3Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable full-day game drive within this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Home to one of Africa's highest concentrations of wildlife, the crater offers exceptional opportunities to spot lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, flamingos, and the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch on the crater floor before returning to your lodge for a relaxing evening.
Day 4Serengeti
Fly to the Southern Serengeti
Following breakfast, transfer to Manyara Airstrip for a scenic scheduled flight to the Southern Serengeti. Upon arrival at Mwiba Airstrip, your safari guide welcomes you and escorts you to your luxury safari lodge. Spend the afternoon at leisure, taking in the breathtaking wilderness from the comfort of your lodge.
Days 5–6Serengeti
The Serengeti Calving Season
Spend two unforgettable days exploring the Southern Serengeti, where the Great Migration reaches one of its most remarkable chapters. Witness thousands of wildebeest calves taking their first steps across the plains while predators including lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and leopards follow closely, creating one of nature's greatest wildlife spectacles. In addition to exceptional game viewing, enjoy a meaningful cultural excursion to meet the Hadzabe hunter-gatherers and the Datoga people, offering a fascinating insight into two of Tanzania's most distinctive indigenous communities.
Day 7Zanzibar
Fly to Mnemba Island, Zanzibar
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, continue to the exclusive Mnemba Island, an idyllic private island sanctuary renowned for its powder-white beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and world-class hospitality. Settle into your luxurious beachfront villa and embrace the tranquility of the Indian Ocean.
Days 8–9Mnemba
Barefoot Luxury on Mnemba Island
Spend two blissful days relaxing in one of East Africa's most exclusive island retreats. Snorkel vibrant coral reefs, enjoy complimentary water activities, indulge in exceptional cuisine, unwind with spa treatments, or simply relax on pristine beaches surrounded by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.
Day 10Departure
Farewell to Tanzania
After a leisurely breakfast, bid farewell to Tanzania as you transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your onward international flight, taking home unforgettable memories of Africa's extraordinary wildlife and idyllic tropical coastline.
What is included
Every Detail, Handled
All meals as specified, including gourmet dining experiences
All game drives and activities as outlined
Park entrance and conservation fees
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional driver guide
Roundtrip airport transfers
Domestic and regional flights as specified in the itinerary
Drinking water and a reusable bottle
Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Not included
International airfares
Travel insurance, visa fees and personal expenses
Optional activities such as the hot air balloon unless specified
Tips and gratuities for guides and staff
Any government-imposed increases in taxes or park fees
