Tanzania · Safari

6-Day Tanzania Northern Circuit Safari with Migration and Big Five

6 Days Round trip from Babati Rural Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover diverse wildlife across Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
  • 02 Observe large elephant herds along the Tarangire River
  • 03 Track lions and other big cats across the vast Serengeti plains
  • 04 Experience the spectacular wildebeest migration in the Serengeti

Explore Tanzania's Northern Circuit on a six-day safari through Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Observe large elephant herds along the Tarangire River, track lions across the vast Serengeti plains and search for black rhino in the unique volcanic landscape of Ngorongoro. This extended wildlife adventure also offers the chance to witness the dramatic wildebeest migration and enjoy immersive game drives through some of Tanzania's most iconic safari landscapes. Designed for nature lovers and safari enthusiasts, it combines scenic beauty with unforgettable encounters with Africa's wildlife.

Explore the caldera and spot diverse wildlife, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and black rhino.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Moshi, Babati, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Moshi to Tarangire National Park Safari

  • Begin with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Moshi and drive to Tarangire National Park.
  • Explore the park, known for its large elephant herds and diverse wildlife along the Tarangire River.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch during the game drive while observing animals in their natural habitat.
  • Continue wildlife viewing before heading to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
2
Day 02

Tarangire to Northern Serengeti via Ngorongoro

  • Depart after breakfast and travel towards Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Enjoy wildlife sightings en route as you journey through scenic landscapes.
  • Arrive in the Serengeti and proceed for an evening game drive as animals become active.
  • Settle into your camp for dinner and an overnight stay in the northern Serengeti.
3
Day 03

Full-Day Serengeti North Exploration

  • Spend a full day in the Serengeti with excellent chances of witnessing the wildebeest migration across the plains.
  • Choose to enjoy an optional hot air balloon safari with a champagne breakfast at an additional cost.
  • Alternatively, continue with a guided game drive across the Serengeti landscapes.
  • Benefit from your driver coordinating with park rangers to track wildlife movements and maximize sightings.
  • Return to Mawe Tented Lodge in Serengeti North, within the national park, for dinner and an overnight stay.
4
Day 04

Northern to Central Serengeti Game Drive

  • Spend another full day exploring the Serengeti, with flexibility to revisit the migration or discover new areas in the central region.
  • Observe diverse wildlife and changing landscapes throughout the day.
  • Enjoy an extensive game drive with opportunities to spot predators and grazing herds.
  • Return to the camp after a fulfilling day of wildlife exploration.

Stay overnight at Kati Kati Tented Camp in Central Serengeti.

5
Day 05

Serengeti to Ngorongoro via Olduvai Gorge

  • Begin with an early morning game drive in the central Serengeti, when wildlife is most active before the midday heat.
  • Observe animals carrying out their natural behaviours in the cool morning hours.
  • Travel towards Ngorongoro Crater with continued wildlife sightings along the way.
  • Stop at Olduvai Gorge for a guided tour and museum visit to explore early human history.
  • Learn about significant archaeological discoveries associated with Louis Leakey at this historic site.
  • Continue to the crater rim and settle into your lodge.

Stay overnight at Rhino Lodge or Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge.

6
Day 06

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Moshi

  • Begin the day with an early breakfast before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
  • Explore the caldera and spot diverse wildlife, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and black rhino.
  • Observe hippos, zebras, wildebeest and hyenas within this unique ecosystem.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch at Ngoitoktok Swamp while watching hippos in the water.
  • Ascend the crater after lunch and begin the return journey to Moshi.
  • Arrive back in Moshi by early evening.
Tarangire River, Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire River, Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Babati Rural 6 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Full-board accommodation (breakfast, lunch and dinner) while on safari
  • Pick-up from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi and drop-off at the airport
  • All game drives in a custom-built 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
  • All park and entrance fees
  • Transportation in 4×4 vehicles with viewing roofs
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide during the safari
  • Bottled water in safari vehicles
  • Ngorongoro Crater car supplement fee
  • Current government taxes and levies
  • 24-hour support during the safari from our office in Moshi

What's Not Included

  • Internal or international flights
  • Pre-safari night accommodation
  • Balloon excursion
  • Entry visa to Tanzania
  • Travel and health insurance
  • Gratuities for your guide, hotel staff and porters
  • Meals, drinks and excursions not described in the itinerary
  • Any other personal expenses, including laundry, telephone and postage
  • Maasai village tour and Olduvai Gorge tour

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kilimanjaro International Airport, Kilimanjaro Airport Road, Tanzania
Tour start
Babati Rural, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Babati Rural.

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