7-Day Tanzania Northern Circuit Safari with Maasai Village Visit

• Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by your professional guide for a brief meet and greet.

• Transfer to your hotel in Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania's northern safari circuit.

• Check in to Gran Melia and take time to relax and acclimatise to your new surroundings.

• Attend a late afternoon safari briefing covering essential safety information, park rules, and detailed itinerary guidance.

• You may optionally explore the vibrant town of Arusha, known for its bustling markets and cultural sites, or unwind at your lodge in preparation for the journey ahead.

• Enjoy a delicious lunch and dinner at the hotel, followed by an overnight stay.

• Depart Arusha after breakfast for a scenic two- to three-hour drive to Tarangire National Park.

• Enter the park and enjoy your first game drive across vast plains dotted with majestic baobab trees.

• Observe large elephant herds, diverse birdlife, and resident predators including lions and leopards.

• Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing afternoon game viewing along the Tarangire River, where wildlife gathers to drink.

• Transfer to Serian Tarangire Camp, a charming tented camp surrounded by nature.

• Unwind with sunset views, enjoy a hearty dinner, and relax under the starlit African sky.

Accommodation: Serian Tarangire Camp.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

• Depart Tarangire after an early breakfast and begin your journey towards the legendary Serengeti National Park.

• Travel through the picturesque highlands and along the rim of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying scenic views along the way.

• Make optional stops for photographs or a picnic lunch en route if desired.

• Arrive in the Serengeti by afternoon, where vast golden plains stretch endlessly before you.

• Enjoy a short game drive on your way to the lodge, spotting zebras, giraffes, elephants, and possibly your first glimpse of big cats.

• Arrive at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge in time to relax and admire the sunset over the savannah.

• Enjoy dinner at the lodge, followed by an evening at leisure surrounded by the tranquil sounds of the African night.

Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

• Rise before dawn for an optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains and glide above the savannah as the sun rises over herds of elephants, wildebeest, and giraffes.

• Enjoy an optional champagne bush breakfast served in the wild after landing.

• Continue with a full-day game drive through the Serengeti and Lake Ndutu area, known for dense wildlife populations.

• Witness seasonal highlights including the Great Migration and calving herds when in season.

• Savour a picnic lunch amidst the spectacular scenery before returning to your lodge in the evening.

• Relax, share the day's memories over dinner, and unwind under the stars at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.

Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

• Depart the Serengeti after breakfast and enjoy a game drive en route to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, one of Africa's most ecologically rich regions.

• Observe the changing landscape from open plains to lush highlands, with stunning views and excellent photo opportunities along the way.

• Visit a traditional Maasai village within the conservation area and experience the indigenous culture of the Maasai people.

• Learn about their customs, traditional homes, and deep connection to the land and wildlife.

• Enjoy a picnic lunch with the Maasai during your visit.

• You may optionally visit the Olduvai Gorge Museum, one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world.

• Continue to Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, perched on the crater rim, and arrive by late afternoon.

• Relax with views over the crater floor at sunset, followed by a warm dinner and an evening at leisure.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

• Rise early for an unforgettable descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa's most remarkable natural wonders.

• Enjoy a picnic breakfast at a scenic spot inside the crater as the morning mist lifts to reveal breathtaking views and abundant wildlife.

• Spend the morning exploring the crater floor, often called the Eighth Wonder of the World.

• Observe elephants, lions, buffaloes, hippos, and, if fortunate, the elusive black rhino within this unique ecosystem known for exceptional game viewing.

• Enjoy a picnic lunch within the crater before ascending the crater rim.

• Drive towards Lake Manyara National Park and arrive in the late evening.

• Settle at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge overlooking the Rift Valley escarpment and enjoy a relaxing evening surrounded by nature, followed by a hot dinner.

Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

• Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, a haven for tree-climbing lions, elephants, and vibrant flocks of flamingos.

• Enjoy the peaceful morning light as wildlife gathers near the water's edge.

• Stop for a picnic breakfast by the lake, surrounded by birdsong and stunning Rift Valley views.

• Continue your game drive as you exit the park, spotting more of Manyara's diverse wildlife and lush landscapes.

• Drive to Arusha and arrive by midday for a city tour offering insight into local life and culture.

• Enjoy a delicious African-style lunch at a local restaurant.

• Spend time exploring or shopping for souvenirs before transferring to the airport for your onward flight.

Meal: Breakfast and Lunch.