NDUTU CONSERVATION AREA: WILDEBEEST MIGRATION AND MORE

Ndutu conservation area is located in the north-western part of Ngorongoro conservation area and covers about 8000 square kilometers. It stretches from the Ngorongoro crater area to the unfenced parts of Serengeti National Park hence it’s a meeting point between Ngororongoro and Serengeti. The Ndutu area is made up of rolling grasslands, acacia woodlands and alkaline lakes that attract flocks of flamingos.

Wildebeest migration at Ndutu conservation area

It is renowned for its beautiful landscape and being the calving grounds to the wildebeests during the great wildebeest migration. Being the calving grounds for the wildebeests, it is an annual migratory route for millions of wildebeests, zebras and gazelles as they move from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara. The wildebeests occupy this area in the months of December, January, February and March before they move northwards into the Serengeti following the rains.

During this time of the year, you can witness the wildebeest migration in the Ndutu area. Predators like lions, cheetahs, hyenas and leopards are also seen around this area during this time as they come to prey on the wildebeest’s calves. Over 8000 wildebeests are given birth to in the Ndutu area during the calving season. Other wildlife that accompany the wildebeests like the zebras also give birth during this time.

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However, the Ndutu conservation area also hosts all year round wildlife residents such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, caracal, giraffes, elephants, hyenas among others and birds such as flamingos therefore can be visited at any time of the year for wildlife viewing. During the dry season, you will spot wildlife gathered around waterholes and this can be done on a game drive.

The best time though to visit the Ndutu conservation area is at the end of December when the wildebeest herds start to move from the North until April when the wildebeest migration start to move northwards again. Besides the wildebeests, other wildlife you can spot in this region include giraffes, elephants, hyenas, antelopes, zebras, among others.

Except the exceptional wildlife and magnificent landscape, Ndutu conservation area is also a cultural heritage being part of the area occupied by the Masaai tribe of Kenya and Tanzania with a unique traditional culture worth experiencing.

For even a more memorable and enjoyable safari experience combine a safari to Ndutu Area with other tourist destinations such as Olduvai Gorge, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park among others.

Activities in Ndutu Area

Though the most sought after activity in this area is the Great wildebeest migration, other activities in this include:

Game drives Ndutu conservation area

This is due to the abundance of wildlife and bird species that occupy this area throughout the year. The area has got well established trails where the game drive can be done. Upon the request of the visitors, the night game drive can be arranged to have a look at nocturnal that live within the park. Some of the Nocturnal you are likely to encounter include cheetahs among others.

Hot air balloon at Ndutu conservation area

This allows you spot wildlife from above. Hot air balloon will offer you an arial view of the park with its wildlife and unique landscape while enjoying the skies of Ndutu area. Hot air balloon is another experience that will give a new way of adventuring Tanzania.

Visit to Olduvai Gorge

This is an archaeological where the evidence of the existence of mankind was discovered.

Masaai cultural experience at Ndutu conservation area

This exposes you to the culture, way of life and practices of the local Masaai warriors. Get to know the tradition of Masai through story telling. You can also join the dancing session of Masai people and get a chance to see the art craft of Masai people

Bird watching

During this you spot a variety of bird species such as the African grey hornbill. The are is a real haven for the birds with a variety of bird species found in this area of Tanzania.

Accommodation around Ndutu conservation Area

Accommodation around Ndutu area range from budget, mid-range and luxury. Some of these accommodation in this area include Serengeti Heritage, Lake Ndutu luxury lodge, Tanzania bush camp, Ndutu safari lodge, Serengeti safari lodge, Ndutu wilderness camp among others.

How to reach Ndutu conservation area

By road

You can reach Ndutu are by road through Ngorongoro conservation area from Arusha. Arusha is regarded as a tourism city of Tanzania with international airport like Arusha airport and Kilimanjaro international airport. The drive from Arusha is a 6-hour drive with a chance to stop at Ngorongoro conservation area.

By air

The easier and convenient way to reach ndutu area is by air with different airstrips found around the area. Your tour operator can arrange for you a local charter to take you directly to one of the airstrip at Ndutu area

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