Ndutu migration safari
Ndutu migration safari
Ndutu migration safari is an experience which involves visiting the Ndutu area where the herds of wildebeests can be seen.
During the wildebeest migration in Tanzania, the wildebeest herds can be seen around the Ndutu area around the months of December to early march. From December to March the wildebeest calving season is taking place.
December to March is also favorable for seeing other resident wildlife species around the Ndutu area sucha s the big cats like lions, leopards, cheetahs, civets, caracals among others.
The calving season during the wildebeest migration is a time when about 8000 wildebeest calves are born daily in the grassy plains. The Ndutu area is found between the Ngorongoro conservation area and the southern plains of Serengeti national park.
The Ndutu area is a migration route for the wildebeests which follow the rains and another factor for the wildebeests moving to the Ndutu area is the green grasses. The movement of the wildebeests is however unpredictable.
After the wildebeest migration in the Ndutu, the herds of wildebeests continue their movement northwards. The green grasses of the Ndutu area attract these herds of wildebeests which can be seen grazing in the grasses.
The wildebeest herds in the Ndutu region during the calving season also attract predators like lions, leopards, cheetahs and hyenas. The lions are known to prey on these wildebeest calves which graze in the grassy plains and the predators can be seen at any time of the year.
Over 2 million wildebeest herds can be seen during the wildebeest migration which takes place annually. The wildebeest migration is among the natural wonders which can be seen during Tanzania safaris.
The Ndutu area can be visited at any time of the year and a variety of wildlife species can also be seen around the destination. Around June to November in the dry season, the wildlife species can be spotted around the water points.
A number of wildlife species can also be spotted around the Ndutu area and these include the wildebeests, zebras, antelopes, lions, leopards, cheetahs, elands, hyenas, giraffes, gazelles among others.
A good place to spot the wildlife species during the Ndutu migration safari is around Lake Ndutu where wildebeest herds can be spotted as they graze in the grassy plains. This part of Ndutu is also made up of granite kopjes and also forests. Lake Masek is another attraction in the Ndutu area which supports the wildlife species found around.
Another attraction which can be seen around the Ndutu area is the Ol duvai gorge which is a pale anthropological site where evidence of human existence was discovered. Visits to the Ol duvai gorge also involves visiting the Ol duvai museum where the excavations and discoveries are displayed.
Walking safaris are among the activities carried out during Ndutu migration safaris and they involve exploring the Ndutu area on foot while enjoying the beautiful views around the Ngorongoro conservation area.
Other activities done around the Ndutu area while on safari include game drives, hot air balloon safaris, and community tours with the Maasai people, and bird watching.
During safaris to the Ndutu area around December to March, rainfall is also received. Ndutu is a destination where you can experience abundant wildlife while avoiding the big tourist crowds during a safari.
Visiting the Ngorongoro crater is another experience during a trip to the Ndutu area. The Ngorongoro crater is a wildlife viewing destination in the northern part of Tanzania where various wildlife species like the big5 such as elephants, lions, leopards, buffalos and rhinos can be spotted. Flamingos along the shores of Lake Magadi and other bird species can also be spotted during a safari to the Ngorongoro crater.
How to get to Ndutu area
The Ndutu area can be accessed by both air and also by driving from Arusha. The drive from Arusha to Ndutu takes about 6 hours.
Ndutu area can be accessed by flights to Ndutu airstrip, Seronera airstrip and Kusini airstrip. Scheduled and domestic flights are available to the destination from Arusha airport and Kilimanjaro international airport.
During safaris to the Ndutu area, tourists can stay in lodges which are located in the Ngorongoro conservation area and also Serengeti national park. Different migration camps also offer accommodation around the Ndutu area and also follow the movement of the wildebeests.
Visit the Ndutu area and enjoy an experience of the calving season of the wildebeest migration and also seeing various wildlife species in the short grass plains.
