Overview
Experience the absolute pinnacle of African wildlife viewing on this classic 6-Day Northern Circuit Safari. Designed to take you through Tanzania's most iconic wildlife sanctuaries, this journey combines the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire, the legendary endless plains of the Serengeti, and the breathtaking wildlife concentration inside the Ngorongoro Crater. Whether you choose Mid-Range, Luxury, or Ultra-Luxury accommodation, this safari offers an unforgettable blend of adventure, comfort, and world-class game viewing.
Tour Features
Mid Range
This safari uses selected accommodation and services matched to the chosen tour style.
Private Tour
This safari is arranged privately for your group.
Solo Travelers
Not suited for solo travelers.
Customizable
This itinerary can be customized.
Children Policy
Minimum age accepted is 2.
Start Date
This safari can start on any day.
Highlights
Arrival in Arusha
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Ngorongoro Crater & Return to Arusha
Your Safari Map
Arusha City
Tarangire National Park
Central Serengeti
Central Serengeti
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Arusha City
Safari Itinerary
Your journey begins upon arrival in Tanzania, where you will be welcomed and transferred from the airport to your hotel in Arusha. This first day is designed for rest, recovery from your international flight, and a safari briefing with your guide to get you fully prepared and excited for the adventures ahead.
Accommodation
Arusha Planet Lodge
After an early breakfast, you will depart Arusha and drive south toward Tarangire National Park, renowned for its rolling savannah, iconic giant baobab trees, and massive herds of elephants. You will spend the day on an exhilarating game drive, spotting diverse wildlife such as zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, and various predators as they gather around the Tarangire River.
Accommodation
Farm of Dreams Lodge
Leaving Tarangire behind, your journey continues upward through the scenic Great Rift Valley escarpment and across the lush agricultural highlands of Karatu. You will pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, catching breathtaking views of the crater highlands before descending into the legendary, endless plains of the Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive.
Accommodation
Tukaone Serengeti Camp
Today is dedicated entirely to exploring the vast wilderness of the Serengeti. With a full day at your disposal, you can track the movements of the great migration (depending on the season), search for elusive big cats like lions, leopards, and cheetahs resting in the acacia trees or scanning the plains, and witness the incredible density and diversity of African wildlife.
Accommodation
Tukaone Serengeti Camp
Following a morning game drive in the Serengeti to catch the wildlife waking up, you will begin your drive back toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The route takes you through more stunning landscapes of the crater highlands, where you will arrive at your lodge in the afternoon to unwind, relax, and prepare for the grand finale of your safari.
Accommodation
Farm of Dreams Lodge
Your final day starts with an early morning descent down the steep, forested walls of the Ngorongoro Crater onto its magnificent floor. This UNESCO World Heritage site is a breathtaking natural caldera teeming with thousands of animals, offering one of your best chances to spot the "Big Five"—including black rhinos—in a single morning. After a picnic lunch inside the crater, you will ascend the crater rim and drive back to Arusha for your departure.
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