Trip info
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Luxury, Midrange
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January – March
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January to December
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Guided, private, group
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4x4
Overview
During this period, wildebeest herds gather on the short-grass plains of the southern Serengeti (particularly in the Ndutu region) to give birth almost simultaneously. This creates a prime predator-prey dynamic, with lions, cheetahs, and hyenas taking advantage of abundant, vulnerable newborns.
Trip Highlights
- Lions, cheetahs, and hyenas take advantage of abundant newborns.
- Thousands of wildebeest giving birth in a short window, attracting predators.
- Big 5 Sightings: Opportunity to see lions and rhinos in Ngorongoro Crater.
- Photographic Opportunities: Calving scenes, predator action, and sweeping short-grass plains.
- Lower Crowds: Although peak holiday season can affect January, post-holiday weeks tend to see fewer visitors.