Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania
Ndutu
Ndutu is a prime wildlife destination in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area famous for the annual wildebeest calving season.
Discover
Ndutu is a unique region situated in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, bordering the southern Serengeti. It is world-renowned for being the primary location for the wildebeest calving season, which attracts significant predator activity. The landscape is characterized by soda lakes, acacia woodlands, and short-grass plains.
Why visit
Ndutu
Ndutu offers unparalleled wildlife photography opportunities due to its open plains and the ability to drive off-road, making it a top choice for safari operators focusing on predator-prey interactions.
Planning notes
Best time to visit
The best time to visit is during the calving season, typically from late January to March.
Access is typically via light aircraft to the Ndutu Airstrip or by 4x4 vehicle from the Serengeti or Ngorongoro. Unlike the national park, off-road driving is permitted in certain areas of the conservation area, allowing for better wildlife photography.
Start of the wildebeest calving season.
Peak calving season with high predator activity.
Excellent wildlife viewing before the long rains.
Heavy rains make roads difficult to navigate.