Glad Of Africa · · 1 min read · Migration
Why January to March around Lake Ndutu is one of the best times for predators, newborn wildebeest and photography.
What is calving season?
For a few weeks each year, hundreds of thousands of wildebeest give birth on the short-grass plains around Lake Ndutu on the border of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
What you will see
Newborn calves standing within minutes of birth, and the lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas that hunt them. Game drives are productive almost every hour of the day.
Sample itinerary
Arrive in Arusha, spend a night in Tarangire, stay on the crater rim, descend into Ngorongoro, then spend two nights at Ndutu. See our 7-day Ndutu calving safari for details.
Booking tips
Book early for February, as camps are limited. Private vehicles let you stay longer with sightings.
