Tanzania Wildebeest Calving & Big Cats and Zanzibar Beach Safari Experience
Tanzania Wildebeest Calving & Big Cats and Zanzibar Beach Safari Experience
About Calving Season (January to March)
Life begins for a huge number of animals in the Ndutu region that straddles the southern Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. In the space of a few short weeks, the calving season sees half a million young wildebeest brought into the world – with an average of 8,000 wildebeest born each day.
It is here that the vast herd begins to take shape, and it is here that the predators begin their yearlong assault upon the herd. With so many young and weak calves stumbling around, it becomes easy for the lions, leopards, and cheetahs to pick off a tasty morsel.
Duration
9 Days
Travellers
2
Guaranteed Depature
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Inclusion
- 4X4 Jeep Safari vehicle with pop up roof for exclusive use
- Guided Tours and safaris
- Services of a Qualified English speaking guide.
- All Meals as per the itinerary
- All Park and entrance fees
- Accommodation as per the itinerary
- Bottle of mineral water each day
- AMREF Flying Doctors for evacuation
- All Government Taxes and Levies
- Local Flights Tickets
- All Arrival, departure and airport transfers
Exclusion
- International Flight Tickets
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Gratuity for Porters, waiters and Driver guide
- Any item of personal nature
- Balloon safari (USD $ 650 PP)
- Maasai Village Visit
- Alcoholic premium brands
- Activities not mentioned in the program
- Zanzibar beach excursions and water sports (can be arranged direct at the hotel reception)
Destination
Tour Start Date & Time
Highlights
- Explore Serengeti – Africa’s most famous National Park. Renowned for its incredible concentrations of predators and two million grazers and the Big 5
- Float silently above the golden grasslands of the Serengeti on our Hot Air Balloon Safari – and touch down for a Champagne Breakfast.
- Luxurious Safari Lodge in dramatically beautiful settings
- Great photographic opportunities
- Stone Town, Zanzibar – Discover a labyrinthine of alleys and whitewashed houses
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Zanzibar, Tanzania
Upon arrival at Zanzibar Airport, you will be warmly greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Nungwi Beach. Over the following days, enjoy ample leisure time at the beach resort, where you can relax, sunbathe, and swim in the Indian Ocean. Overnight at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort or Similar. Meal Plan: All Inclusive.
Day 2:Leisure at Nungwi Beach
Enjoy a full day of leisure at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort, making the most of its stunning beachfront location. Spend your time swimming in the clear waters, sunbathing on the sandy shores, and engaging in fun activities right in front of the hotel. With plenty of time to unwind, you can truly relax and soak up the tranquil atmosphere. Whether you choose to lounge by the pool or take part in beach games, this day is all about enjoying the serene setting. After a day of relaxation and enjoyment, return to the resort for a delightful dinner and a restful overnight stay, ensuring a perfect end to your day by the sea. Overnight at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort or Similar. Meal Plan: All Inclusive.
Day 3: Jozari Forest & Spice Tour
After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, embark on a scenic drive to Jozani Forest, home to the unique red colobus monkeys, a species endemic to Zanzibar. These charming primates are often seen roaming freely and are highly photogenic, making for a memorable wildlife encounter. Following your visit to the forest, head to a local spice plantation for an enlightening spice tour. Discover the cultivation and uses of various spices, many of which are integral to local cuisine, medicine, and cosmetics. Enjoy a traditional lunch at the spice farm before returning to your hotel. Your overnight stay includes breakfast, allowing you to rest comfortably after a day of exploration. Overnight at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort or Similar. Meal Plan: All Inclusive.
Day 4: Leisure and optional activities
After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure in Nungwi. You can relax on the pristine beach or engage in optional activities offered at the resort or nearby. Whether you choose to bask in the sun, take part in water sports, or explore local attractions, the day is yours to enjoy as you please. Make the most of the serene surroundings and unwind in this beautiful coastal setting. In the evening, return to the resort for a delicious dinner and another restful overnight stay, ensuring you end your day in comfort and tranquility. Overnight at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort or Similar. Meal Plan: All Inclusive.
Day 5: Stone Town Tour
After breakfast, embark on a walking tour of Stone Town, delving into the city’s rich history through its narrow alleys. Visit key historical sites including the former slave market, now the Anglican Church built in 1871, the town market, Freddy Mercury House, the House of Wonder (Beit- Al-Ajab), the old Arab Fort, the Palace Museum, the Old Indian Dispensary (cultural center). Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (own arrangement) before returning to the Hotel for dinner and overnight accommodations. Overnight at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort or Similar. Meal Plan: All Inclusive.
Day 6: Zanzibar – Serengeti National Park
After a hearty breakfast at your hotel, you’ll be transferred to Zanzibar International Airport, approximately an hour away, for your flight to Serengeti National Park. On arrival at the bush airstrip, you will be picked up by your driver guide and transferred to the Lodge for lunch with game drive enroute.
Deep within Africa’s finest game reserve, our Safari Lodge welcomes you to a sanctuary of Four Seasons comfort – yet always feel safe and pampered. Then return to the Safari Lodge, where our 77 secluded guest rooms, elegant spa and infinity pool promise a luxurious respite during your African adventures.
Enjoy your lunch before heading out for afternoon game drive into the wilds of this famed natural wonder. The Serengeti National Park is Africa's most famous. Renowned for its incredible concentrations of predators and the Great Migration of two million grazers, a safari here is guaranteed to be exceptional. The endless grassy plains are amongst the richest grazing grounds in the African bush, and therefore home to the largest herds and the highest concentrations of predators on the planet. Later return to the lodge in time for dinner around a roaring fire before laying your head to rest. Overnight at Four Seasons Lodge or Similar. Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 & 8: Serengeti National Park – Game Drives, Dinner Under the Stars
Enjoy morning and evening game drives for these two days. You will enjoy a game drive after breakfast in the Ndutu area exploring a great range of various habitats such as swamps, woodland, soda lakes and the world famous Serengeti short grass plains. The area around Lake Ndutu, is where the wildebeest are giving birth to their young. You will have the opportunity to witness the incredible sight of newborn wildebeest taking their first steps and trying to stand up on wobbly legs. Predator action is at its peak with great sightings of cheetah, lion, hyena and leopard and a very good chance to see adrenaline-packed kills.
Other animals commonly found in the park include topi, eland, hartebeest, buffalo, elephant, caracal, serval, bat-eared fox, hyrax, genet, hares, porcupine, aardvark, giraffe, jackal, mongoose, crocodile, monitor lizard, aardwolf, many kinds of primates including baboons, vervet and colobus monkeys, and over 500 species of bird. Arriving back to your Lodge after a day replete with wildlife experience, it’s time to freshen up and get ready for dinner under the star-spangled African skies. Overnight at Four Seasons Lodge or Similar. Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Serengeti – Zanzibar - Out of Africa
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your flight back to Zanzibar airport for your homebound flight, bringing your memorable bush and beach experience to a smooth and pleasant end. Meals Plan: Breakfast.






