5-Day Best of Northern Tanzania Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival - Transfer to Arusha

Arrival – Transfer to Arusha.

Welcome to Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit! Touch down in Arusha, often called the “Geneva of Africa.” Your journey begins as you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where a Dream Peak Safaris Tours guide will greet you. From here, you will transfer by vehicle to Arusha for dinner and overnight. Upon arrival, check in, refresh with a shower, and enjoy a hearty African meal. Afterward, relax in your room and embrace the magic of your first night in Africa.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Ahadi Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Tarangire National Park

Your adventure continues with a full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant elephant herds and towering baobab trees. The park’s scenic plains host lions, leopards, giraffes, and many species of antelope. With more than 500 recorded bird species, it is also a paradise for bird lovers look out for the colorful yellow-collared lovebird. Tarangire’s swamps and river sustain wildlife throughout the year, making every visit a rewarding safari experience.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Rift Valley Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National park

After an early breakfast you will depart for a transfer game drive to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, a land of endless plains and abundant wildlife. Known as home to the Big Five, the Serengeti offers thrilling encounters with lions, elephants, buffalo, rhinos, and leopards. Along the way, you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by breathtaking scenery. The afternoon continues with game drives across varied habitats, where bird life and elusive predators roam. In the evening, proceed to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Maasai Boma (Campsite)

• just outside Northern Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Start the day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti, when the cool dawn creates the perfect chance to see predators such as lions and cheetahs in action. Traverse the endless plains, keeping an eye out for elephants, giraffes, and roaming antelopes. After a picnic lunch, continue with an afternoon game drive as you make your way toward Ngorongoro. The journey offers more wildlife encounters and stunning landscapes. By evening, arrive at your lodge near the Ngorongoro Crater for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands

Accommodation:

Rim View Inn

• Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Highlands

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game Drive in Ngorongoro and Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” This natural haven is home to an incredible density of wildlife, including the Big Five, hippos, and countless bird species. As you explore, take in the breathtaking scenery that makes the crater so unique. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before ascending in the afternoon. From here, begin your journey back to Arusha, arriving in the evening to conclude your unforgettable safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.