Calving season drives
From December to March, watch thousands of wildebeest calves born on the short-grass plains, with lions, cheetahs and hyenas close behind.
Ndutu Safari Lodge
A classic, much-loved lodge among the acacias above Lake Ndutu, in the heart of the calving grounds.
- Airport
- Ndutu Airstrip
- Location
- Lake Ndutu area
- Wildlife area
- Ngorongoro CA, Southern Serengeti plains
- Best time to visit
- Dec – Mar (calving season)
Overview
Ndutu Safari Lodge is a classic safari lodge nestled among acacia trees overlooking the vast Ndutu plains.
The lodge offers a unique blend of authentic safari character and simple comfort, in one of the best places on earth to see the Great Migration calving season.
With comfortable cottages, a relaxed open-air atmosphere and wildlife on the doorstep all year, it is ideal for travellers seeking a genuine safari base in the southern Serengeti ecosystem.
Things to do
Activities at Ndutu Safari Lodge
Lake Ndutu & Lake Masek
Explore the marshes, woodlands and soda lakes, home to flamingos and resident wildlife all year.
Big cat tracking
Search for cheetahs, lions and leopards on the open southern plains and in the acacia woodland.
Gallery
Photos of Ndutu Safari Lodge
Stay
Rooms at Ndutu Safari Lodge
Cottages
Comfortable cottages set among the acacia trees, each with an en-suite bathroom, offering a simple and authentic base for exploring the southern plains.
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Facilities
Room types
- Cottages
Amenities
- Restaurant & bar
- Lounge
- Campfire
- Gift shop
- Laundry service
Location
Ndutu Safari Lodge on the map
Ndutu Safari Lodge is located near Lake Ndutu in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, on the edge of the southern Serengeti plains. The area hosts the wildebeest calving season from around December to March.
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Stay at Ndutu Safari Lodge
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