5 Days Mid-Luxury Family Calving Season Safari

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Trip Overview

Embark on a heartwarming 5-days family safari during Tanzania’s calving season, where unforgettable wildlife encounters meet mid-luxury comfort. Begin your adventure with a relaxing stay at Kiliseason Hotel or Mountain Meru Hotel in Arusha. Explore the elephant-rich Tarangire National Park and descend into the majestic Ngorongoro Crater for a Big Five experience. Witness the magical Ndutu Plains during calving season, where thousands of wildebeest give birth and predators follow closely behind. Enjoy comfortable stays at handpicked lodges and tented camps, designed for families seeking authentic wildlife adventures. Let Gardenia African Safaris handle every detail while you make cherished memories together in the wild. This safari promises extraordinary sightings, breathtaking scenery, and heartfelt family bonding in the great African National

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Day 1
Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your family will be greeted warmly by a Gardenia African Safaris representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Settle in at Kiliseason Hotel or Mountain Meru Hotel, both offering serene surroundings, cozy family rooms, and sweeping views of Mount Meru. Take time to relax after your journey enjoy a fresh meal, a nature walk in the garden, or simply unwind by the pool. Your guide will brief you about the safari adventure ahead. This evening is about comfort, rest, and excitement as your family prepares to begin an unforgettable wildlife journey across Tanzania’s most breathtaking landscapes.

Accommodation: Kiliseason Hotel or Mountain Meru Hotel,
Meals: full board
Day 2
Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, set off for a full-day adventure in Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and massive elephant herds. As you drive through its open savannah and riverine woodlands, spot wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, ostriches, and possibly lions or leopards. The Tarangire River, a lifeline during the dry season, draws many animals to its banks perfect for family wildlife watching. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild under the shade of acacia trees. The park is quieter than others, giving your family a more intimate and relaxed safari experience. By evening, head to your mid-luxury lodge Maromboi Tented Lodge for delicious dinner and a restful night under the stars.

Accommodation: Maromboi Tented Lodge
Meals: full board
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, journey toward the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and wildlife paradise. Descend 600 meters into this volcanic caldera, where over 25,000 animals roam freely. Look out for the Big Five lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and the endangered black rhino. Your family will also see flamingos on Lake Magadi, hippos wallowing in pools, and hyenas scavenging the grasslands. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch near a hippo pool as you marvel at the crater’s breathtaking scenery. In the afternoon, drive toward the Ndutu Region, where you’ll stay at Safari Heaven Camp perfect bases for calving season game drives. Relax with hot showers, a fire-lit dinner, and storytelling under African skies.

Accommodation: Safari Heaven Camp
Meals: full board
Day 4
Ndutu Plains – Calving Season Safari
This day is all about the dramatic calving season in the Ndutu Plains, part of the Southern Serengeti ecosystem. During January to March, more than 500,000 wildebeest calves are born in just a few weeks, drawing predators like cheetahs, hyenas, lions, and jackals. Witness nature’s most emotional moments from newborn wildebeest taking their first steps to the raw instincts of predator-prey survival. Your expert guide will take your family to the best viewing areas and customize the experience to suit your interests and pace. Enjoy lunch under the open sky surrounded by this incredible spectacle of life. After a full day immersed in nature, return to your tented camp for one final magical night in the African bush.

Accommodation: Safari Heaven Camp
Meals: full board
Day 5
Departure via Ndutu Airstrip Farewell Safari
Wake up to the sounds of the wild and enjoy a relaxed breakfast at camp. Depending on your flight time, you may take a short morning game drive or simply enjoy your final hours at camp. Then transfer to Ndutu Airstrip for your flight back to Arusha or your next destination. Reflect on all the unforgettable moments elephant herds, crater views, wildebeest births, and roaring lions that you experienced together as a family. Gardenia African Safaris ensures a smooth and warm farewell, leaving you with memories and photos to treasure for a lifetime.