7‑Day Northern Circuit Safari
Explore the best of Northern Tanzania
From the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire, through the predator-filled plains of the Serengeti, to the wildlife-dense Ngorongoro Crater, this compact camping safari delivers the full East African safari experience.
Destinations: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater
Type: Budget / Midrange / Luxury
Starts/Ends: Arusha / Kilimanjaro
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Your 7 Day Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival & pick up
Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha
Drive Time: 1.5 hours
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by your driver-guide and transferred to your lodge. In the evening, your guide will provide a safari briefing, review your itinerary, and answer any questions to ensure you are well prepared for the exciting adventure ahead.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Arusha
Day 2 - Tarangire
Arusha - Tarangire National Park
Drive Time: 3 hours
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Here, you may encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and a variety of antelope species.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mto wa Mbu
Day 3 - Lake Manyara / discover mto wa mtu village
Mto wa Mbu - Manyara
Drive time : 1 hour
Begin with an exciting game drive through the national park, where you may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, baboons, and an incredible variety of birdlife. If water levels permit, continue with a peaceful canoe safari. After your park experience, head to the vibrant village of Mto wa Mbu to explore the local markets, farms, and colorful streets while learning about the area’s rich cultural heritage. End your day with a delicious traditional lunch prepared by the local community.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Mto Wa Mbu
Day 4 - Serengeti
Mto wa Mbu - Serengeti
Drive Time – 3 / 3.5hrs
Enjoy a scenic drive through the breathtaking landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area along the way. Arrive in the Serengeti in time for a picnic lunch surrounded by the park’s endless plains before setting out on a late afternoon game drive. As the day cools, wildlife becomes more active, offering excellent spotting opportunities and, depending on the season, the Great Migration.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
End of Safari
Day 5 - Serengeti
Full Day Serengeti
Spend a full day exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti on an unforgettable game drive, searching for Africa’s most iconic wildlife. From sunrise to sunset, your expert guide will take you through diverse landscapes in search of lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and countless antelope species. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacular Great Migration as thousands of wildebeest and zebras move across the plains. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the wilderness before continuing your adventure, taking in the breathtaking scenery and unforgettable wildlife encounters that make the Serengeti one of the world’s greatest safari destinations.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
End of Safari
Day 6 - ngorongoro conservation area & crater
Serengeti– Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After an early breakfast, depart for the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife sanctuaries. Here, you’ll have the chance to spot the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and the endangered black rhinoceros—alongside hippos, hyenas, zebras, wildebeest, and an abundance of birdlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Karatu
Day 7 - end of safari and drop off
Karatu – Arusha / Kilimanjaro
Drive Time: 3-4 hours
After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in the beautiful northern Tanzania before beginning your journey back to Arusha or transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Included
- Transport in 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Park fees
- Meals as per itinerary
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Bottled drinking water
EXCLUDED
- International Flights
- Visa
- Tipping & Souvenirs
- Travel Insurance