Predators, Prey, and the Pulse of Life
Between late January and March, the southern Serengeti transforms into one of nature’s greatest nurseries. Over 400,000 wildebeest calves are born within a few short weeks on the fertile Ndutu plains, drawing predators in dramatic numbers. It’s raw, intimate, and unforgettable: Lionesses stalking in the tall grass, Cheetahs sprinting across open plains, Hyenas testing the newborns’ first steps. Beyond the spectacle, the season brings lush landscapes, migratory birds in brilliant plumage, and quieter safari days compared to peak months. Days are warm, skies often dramatic with short afternoon showers, and the plains echo with the sound of new life.
We suggest combining Ndutu and Southern Serengeti with the Ngorongoro Crater for its concentrated wildlife, and perhaps the Western Serengeti or Lake Manyara for variety.
Trip Highlights
Here, over 400,000 Wildebeest calves are born in weeks, turning the Serengeti into Africa’s grandest nursery.
Descend into the world’s largest caldera, home to Black Rhinos, Elephants, and dense wildlife encounters.
Explore Lake Manyara’s Flamingo-lined shores or extend to Mahale’s chimps and Zanzibar’s beaches.
Step into the homelands of one of Africa’s most iconic pastoralist communities. Learn about their traditions, cattle-centric way of life, and the deep connection they share with the Serengeti’s land and wildlife.
Gaze up at Africa’s tallest peak, snow-capped and timeless above the savannah, on Mt Kilimanjaro
Drift along the Rufiji River on boat safaris, watching Hippopotamuses, Crocodiles, and birdlife up close.
12 nights, 13 days January To March
Tanzania, Africa
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