7-Day Tanzania Northern Circuit Safari with Serengeti and Ngorongoro

7 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore four of Tanzania's most celebrated parks across the Northern Circuit
02 See giant elephant herds among Tarangire's ancient baobab trees
03 Spend a full day on the endless plains of the Serengeti
04 Descend into the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater
05 Look out for the Big Five across Tanzania's iconic safari landscapes

Embark on an unforgettable 7-day safari through Tanzania's iconic Northern Circuit. Explore four of the country's most celebrated national parks - Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater - each offering unique landscapes and exceptional wildlife experiences. From giant elephant herds and ancient baobab trees to the endless plains of the Serengeti and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, this safari offers the perfect opportunity to encounter the Big Five and discover Tanzania's incredible natural beauty.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.
Spend the rest of the day relaxing and preparing for your adventure.
Depending on your arrival time, you may explore the city or simply enjoy the hotel facilities.
Dinner is at your own arrangement.
Overnight stay in Pazuri Inn (BB).

Day 02

Tarangire Game Drive and Transfer to Karatu

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and diverse wildlife.
Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch while searching for lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and numerous bird species.
In the late afternoon, continue to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.
Overnight at Eileen's Trees Inn (FB).

Day 03

Lake Manyara Wildlife Safari from Karatu

Following breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a full-day game drive.
This beautiful park is famous for its lush groundwater forests, flamingos, hippos, tree-climbing lions, and large troops of baboons.
After a picnic lunch and an afternoon of wildlife viewing, return to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Overnight at Eileens Trees Inn (FB).

Day 04

Through Ngorongoro to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area while enjoying spectacular views before entering Serengeti National Park.
Along the way, enjoy a game drive as you make your way to your camp.
The Serengeti's endless plains are home to abundant wildlife, including lions, elephants, cheetahs, and leopards.
Enjoy your dinner.
Overnight at Kon Tiki Migration Camp (FB).

Day 05

Full-Day Serengeti Wildlife Exploration

Spend the entire day exploring the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives.
Your experienced guide will take you to the best wildlife-viewing areas, offering excellent opportunities to encounter the Big Five and observe the park's incredible biodiversity.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before returning to your camp for dinner and overnight.
Overnight at Kon Tiki Serengeti Camp (FB).

Day 06

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Karatu

After an early breakfast, depart the Serengeti and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive across one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife habitats.
Enjoy a picnic lunch while observing lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, hippos, and countless other species.
In the afternoon, ascend the crater and continue to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Overnight at Eileens Trees Inn (FB).

Day 07

Return to Arusha and Departure

After breakfast, depart for Arusha.
Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for lunch or last-minute shopping before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari.