Welcome to your complete guide to the Serengeti Great Migration Safari during the calving season, running from December, January, February and March. This page covers everything you need to know starting with an overview of the Serengeti, insights into the dramatic calving season, and detailed information for each month: December, January, February, and March. Discover the best time to witness the migration, explore top safari tours, and choose from flexible travel styles including Drive-In/Drive-Out, Drive-In/Fly-Out, Fly-In/Drive-Out, and Fly-In/Fly-Out options. Tanzania Safari Radar offer the best transparent price for the calving season safaris and easy booking solutions to help to plan your nex ultimate wildlife adventure in 2025-2026.
From December, January, February and March, the Great Migration settles across the Southern
Serengeti and Ndutu plains, marking the heart of the Calving Season. During this time, nearly half a million wildebeest calves are born,
often within just a few weeks in February. This explosion of life attracts predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, making it one of
the best times to witness intense predator-prey interactions in open landscapes. During this period the plains are lush and green,
offering excellent photography conditions and a quieter, more intimate safari experience compared to the busier migration months.
Tanzania Safsri Radar we offer the best Serengeti Calving season to migration safari tour departures starting from Arusha, Moshi, Mwanza,
Karatu, and Mto Wa Mbu, our routes are designed to match your travel style and time. We offer the best and quick safari departures to Ndutu
area and southern Serengeti by fly-in and fly-out to access to prime wildlife areas like Ndutu air-strip, our fly-in options land directly at key Ndutu airstrips, saving time and offering aerial views of the park. Drive-in options allow you to enjoy scenic landscapes en route, with the freedom to stop for cultural encounters or game sightings along the way. No matter the route, Tanzania Safari Radar we ensure a seamless and enriching Serengeti Great Migration safari in the 2026 - 2027 season.
The best time for Great Migration safari experience in Southern Serengeti and Ngorongoro Ndutu area is during the months of December to March in this season of 2025 - 2026. During the calving season in months of December, January, February, and March is one of the best season to experience the Serengeti great migration safari adventure. Book your next safari adventure to Serengeti Migration tour in 2026 with a lead of an expert safari guide from Tanzania Safari Radar.
The calving season also known as wet season migration safari is a thrilling adventure conducted from December to March in Ndutu area and Southern Serengeti, specifically designed to explore the awe-inspiring movement of wildlife in the Serengeti. During this period, vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles undertake their annual migration, searching for fresh grazing grounds and water sources. The tour offers a unique opportunity to witness this extraordinary spectacle as the animals navigate through the plains, rivers, and woodlands, braving predators and challenging landscapes. Accompanied by experienced guides, you will witness thrilling river crossings as the herds make their way across crocodile-infested waters. It's a remarkable journey of survival and perseverance that showcases the circle of life in its rawest form, leaving visitors in awe of nature's grandeur.
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WhatsApp E-mailThe best time to experience the Serengeti Great Migration is from June, July, August, September and early-October for river crossings and again in December, January, February and March for the calving season but also in April and May for Green Season(long rain season). The ideal month depends on the specific spectacle you want to witness. Three quators of the year the migration typically found in Serengeti National Park including Southern Serengeti and Ngorongoro Ndutu area. During the calving season in months of December, January, February, and March is one of the best season to experience the Serengeti great migration safari adventure in this season of 2025 to 2026. Book your next safari adventure to Ndutu Great Migration tour in 2025 - 2026 under the lead of an expert safari guide from Tanzania Safari Radar.
December, during this time marks the beginning of the calving season as the Great Migration herds move from north-east to Southern Serengeti and Ndutu. The landscape turns lush and green after the short rains, attracting large numbers of wildebeest, zebras, and predators. Tanzania Safari Radar we offer the best Serengeti safari tours to Great Migration adventure in December, our Serengeti safari departures to Serengeti during December lie in both fly-in from Zanzibar and Arusha and drive-in from Moshi, Arusha, Karatu and Mwanza for your best experience in this 2025 - 2026 & 2027.
In January, Great Migration herds settle deeper into the Ndutu area, preparing for mass calving. January it’s a prime month to witness incredible wildlife gatherings and the first signs of birthing. During this time expect dramatic predator-prey encounters and excellent photography opportunities. In January, Tanzania Safari Radar's team offer well-scheduled road departures from Arusha, Moshi, Karatu and Mwanza as well as a quick access by fly-in departures from Zanzibar and Arusha to Ndutu airstrip for your best experience in this season 2026 -2027
In February, this is a peak calving season in southern Serengeti, an estimated 500,000 wildebeest calves are born within a few weeks. This attracts lions, hyenas, and cheetahs, making it one of the most exciting months for wildlife viewing. Tanzania Safari Radar’s expert-guided safaris ensure you don’t miss a moment of this incredible natural event with options for both private/group, family and romantic tours. Tanzania Safari Radar we offer the best Serengeti safari tours in February specifically for Great Migration safari tours in southern Serengeti during this sseason of 2026 - 2027.
During March is the tail end of the calving season as the herds begin preparing for their slow migration northward. During this time the landscapes remain lush, and wildlife is still highly concentrated in the Ndutu and Southern Serengeti area. It’s a quieter time with fewer tourists ideal for immersive game drives and intimate wildlife moments. Tanzania Safari Radar we offer the best Serengeti game drive and Hot Air Balloon safari tours in March for a Great Migration safari experience. We offer the Serengeti safari tour departures in March, a road-drive starting from Arusha, Karatu, Mwanza and Moshi, we offer a quick access departures with a fly-in otption from Arusha and Zanzibar direct to Ndutu/Seronera airstrip during March. Book your customized safari with Tanzania Safari Radar for a safe, comfort and expert tour planning in this 2026 - 2027 season.
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WhatsApp E-mailExplore all our best private safari tours during the months of calving season; December, January, February and March, that take you directly to the Ndutu area and the southern Serengeti to experience the spectacle of the Great Migration. Our comprehensive collection is your window into your ideal safari adventure, meticulously crafted to suit any of your style and need. From witnessing the synchronized birth of thousands of wildebeest and zebras to observing intense predator-prey dynamics, we offer a range of private safari offers tailored for all types of travelers, including; Family, Romantic (Couple), Honeymoon, Holiday (Solo and Friends), and special Christmas & New Year Private Safari Tours in 2025, 2026, and 2027.
Our family private safari to Ndutu during the calving season safari is an extraordinary and educational bonding experience for your family.
Designed to accommodate all ages in a single 4x4 landCruiser, our Great Migration safari offer a family-friendly tours led by experienced
guides who can expertly navigate the plains to find the best wildlife viewing spots,
ensuring safety and comfort. Younger children will be mesmerized by the sheer number of baby animals, while older kids and adults will be
captivated by the fascinating predator-prey dynamics and the vast, open landscapes.
With the privacy of your own vehicle, you can set
your own pace, linger at sightings, and ensure everyone in the family gets the experience of a lifetime. Tanzania Safari Radar we offer
the best Great Migration safari experience during the calving season with a varieties of getting in and out of Ndutu and Serengeti
including driveing and flying in and out.
For couples, we offer a best private safari tour to Ndutu calving season safari departures special for a truly intimate and romantic getaway in 2025, 2026 and 2027.
Our best private safari tours involve staying in exclusive, tented camps
nestled amidst the wilderness, where you can watch the sunrise over the vast plains from your private deck. Through this you will enjoy
private dinners underthe stars,
serenaded by the sounds of the African night, you will enjoy a private game drives focusing on spotting the
Great Migration under a lead of your driver-guide. We offer the romantic safari tours to Ndutu for great migraion experience in different
styles of approaching and leaving Ndutu and Serengeti including; driving and flying in and out.
Celebrate the beginning of your new life together with your partner, our unforgettable honeymoon safari during the Ndutu calving season;
December, January, March and February in 2025, 2026 and 2027. Our best private
honeymoon safari tour packages combine the excitement of the calving season with pure luxury and romantic touches.
You'll enjoy private game drives,
champagne breakfasts in the bush, and hot air balloon safaris over the plains at sunrise in Ndutu area. After the thrill of the migration,
as a couple you can choose to extend your trip to relax on the pristine, white-sand beaches of Zanzibar, providing the perfect blend of
adventure and relaxation.
Whether traveling solo or with a group of friends, our best private Ndutu calving season safari provides the ultimate adventure holiday in 2025, 2026 and 2027.
Explore the Great Migration in months of Dec, Jan, Feb and March by choosing either our published tour offers or request a tailor-made
private tour that will make you satsfied the African migration safari.
Enjoy alone or with your compained friends in witnessing this
natural wonder from the comfort of your private 4x4 safari jeep. A private tour ensures that every moment of your holiday is exactly what
you envisioned, providing a personalized and exhilarating escape into the wild.
If you are thinking to spend your festive holiday season in Africa then will be a shame to miss the Great Migration in Ndutu area, during the end and beginning of the year you can booking our best private Ndutu calving season safari tour during the Christmas and new Year. From late December onwards, the herds arrive in Ndutu, offering a magical and memorable holiday experience. Imagine celebrating Christmas or ringing in the New Year surrounded by millions of animals, with thousands of new calves being born each day. Our holiday safaris can include special festive touches, such as celebratory bush dinners and unique camp experiences, ensuring your 2025, 2026, or 2027 holiday is one you'll never forget.
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Dec - March
Experience the best and common way to reach the Serengeti, a road-drive departing from Arusha, Moshi, Mwanza and Karatu that include exploring the local and nature on way to Great Migration adventure in this season 2026 -2027.
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Dec - March
Experience the Great Migration during the best Serengeti calving season up close with our Drive-In and Fly-Out safari departures from Arusha/Moshi/Karatu/Mwanza and fly-out to Zanzibar/Arusha in 2025,2026 & 2027 adventures around December to March.
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Dec - March
Experience the best Serengeti Great Migration safaris in Dec to March, our best safari fly-in Departures from Zanzibar and Arusha to Ndutu and Southern Serengeti game drive then involving a road-drive through Ngorongoro area to Arusha/Moshi/Mwanza. in 2025, 2026 & 2027.
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Dec - March
Experience the best Serengeti Great Migration safaris in Dec to March, our best safari fly-in Departures from Zanzibar and Arusha to Ndutu and Southern Serengeti game drive then involving a road-drive through Ngorongoro area to Arusha/Moshi/Mwanza. in 2025, 2026 & 2027.
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