Tanzania · Safari

7-Day Northern Circuit Safari with Serengeti and Ngorongoro

7 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Discover diverse wildlife in Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant population
02 Experience the Great Migration in Serengeti, witnessing wildebeests and zebras in vast numbers
03 Explore Ngorongoro Crater, home to Africa's highest concentration of wildlife
04 Visit Lake Manyara National Park and spot tree-climbing lions and over 500 bird species
05 Enjoy game drives through stunning landscapes with chances to see lions, cheetahs, and leopards

Embark on a 7-day safari through Tanzania's Northern Circuit and explore some of the best parts of the region. Encounter lions in trees, cheetahs, leopards, herds of wildebeests, zebras, elephants among the acacias, and an enormous variety of animals inside a collapsed volcano. This journey takes you through diverse landscapes, from Tarangire and Lake Manyara to the renowned Serengeti National Park and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater. It is an unforgettable safari experience focused on exceptional game viewing and iconic national parks.

Encounter lions in trees, cheetahs, leopards, herds of wildebeests, zebras, elephants among the acacias, and an enormous variety of animals inside a collapsed volcano.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

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

Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Arusha

Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be met by your driver-guide and taken to Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa in Arusha, where you will spend the night before departing on your safari the next day.
You will also have the chance to do a city tour as an excursion on your arrival day. Dinner will be served after check-in.

Day 02

Game Drive in Tarangire National Park

The lodge will serve an early breakfast before you head out to Tarangire National Park. The park takes its name from the Tarangire River, which flows through it. During the dry season, this "river of warthogs" becomes the only water source for wildlife in the area.
There are areas of extremely dense vegetation, including acacia woodlands and elephant grass. Elephant families are the park's most famous feature, and they are frequently spotted gathering by the river. Giraffes, bushbucks, and hartebeests may also be visible. Many predators, such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, closely pursue these animals.
Tarangire National Park is home to more breeding species of birds than any other place on Earth. It also has the largest population of elephants in Tanzania.
After the game drive, you will be driven to Farm of Dreams for dinner and accommodation.

Day 03

Journey to Serengeti via Ngorongoro

After an early breakfast, drive to Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a game drive en route. Africa's largest concentration of plains game can be found in the Serengeti, the world's most famous wildlife sanctuary because of its unparalleled natural beauty and scientific significance.
The Serengeti is arguably best known for its migration. Following the short rains in October and November, over a million wildebeest and roughly 200,000 zebras migrate south from the northern hills to the southern plains, where they swirl west and north until the long rains in April, May, and June.
The innate desire to relocate is so strong that it cannot be stopped by aridity, canyon, or even rivers teeming with crocodiles. That is the true nature of the Serengeti.
After the game drive, you will be driven to Moyo Tented Camp for dinner and accommodation.

Day 04

Full-Day Safari in Serengeti

This entire day is set aside for game drives in the Serengeti. The park boasts an abundance of wildlife such as impala, buffalo, crocodile, and hippo.
In addition to the iconic landscapes, you have a good chance of encountering predators, and you may see lion, cheetah, and leopard.
Depending on the location of the Great Migration, you may venture away from the Central region to experience this natural wonder. It is a truly life-changing experience.
After the game drive, you will be driven to Moyo Tented Camp for dinner and accommodation.

Day 05

Sunrise Game Drive and Transfer to Ngorongoro

Today, your day begins early as you depart from the campsite around 6:00 a.m. with your breakfast packed for an exciting sunrise game drive, offering the opportunity to witness animals in their most active state.
Following this, a breakfast stop is planned, allowing you to enjoy your meal amidst the wilderness. The game drive will continue, and you will return to the camp for a satisfying hot lunch.
After lunch, the vehicle will be prepared for departure as you make your way to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
The day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay at Farm of Dreams.

Day 06

Explore the Ngorongoro Crater

Take a game-viewing drive into the Ngorongoro Crater following an early breakfast. The crown jewel of Ngorongoro is this deep volcanic crater, recognized by UNESCO as one of the world's eight wonders and the largest unbroken and unflooded caldera in the world.
Reportedly home to the highest concentration of wildlife in Africa, the Ngorongoro Crater is one of the continent's most well-known sights.
The crater is now famous throughout the world and draws an ever-growing number of tourists each year.
The day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay at Farm of Dreams.

Day 07

Lake Manyara and Return to Arusha

After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a small but diverse park where everything you see is on a different scale.
It is both compact - one of the narrowest parks in Africa - and epic, with the Great Rift Escarpment towering over Lake Manyara's western boundary.
The park's namesake is a shallow salt lake that covers a large area of the park, flooding and drying with the seasons. It is home to thousands of wading birds, including flamingos, as well as over 500 other bird species.
You may see baboon and elephant in the park's thick evergreen forest, and watch for the tree-climbing lions that have become famous throughout Africa.
After a full day inside the park, you will be driven to Arusha, marking the end of your safari.

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Arusha 6 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Park fees (for non-residents)
All activities (unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
All taxes/VAT
Round-trip airport transfer
Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)

What's Not Included

International flights (from/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 per person per day)
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

Clothing: lightweight, neutral-colored clothing, and a warm jacket for cool mornings and evenings.
Footwear: comfortable walking shoes and sandals.
Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and lip balm.
Essentials: binoculars, camera, extra batteries, and a power bank.
Health: insect repellent and personal medications.
Documents: passport, visa (if required), travel insurance, and any required permits.

Know before you go

After clients confirm their booking, they receive an invoice with all details. To confirm the reservation, we require a 50% deposit payment of the itinerary cost and 100% upfront payment. The remaining balance is due on arrival, before the start of the tour.

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