6-Day Goup-Tour Northern Circuit and Cultural Experience

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

Arrival In Arusha City

Upon arrival at Arusha, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. After settling in and enjoying refreshments, embark on a guided city tour to discover the vibrant heart of northern Tanzania. Explore Arusha’s bustling markets, artisan shops, and local neighborhoods, gaining insight into daily life and culture. Visit landmarks such as the Arusha Clock Tower and cultural centers, and if time permits, stop by local cafés to sample Tanzanian coffee and cuisine. Return to your hotel to relax and prepare for the exciting safari adventure ahead.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Green Mountain Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire National Park

Start your day with an pickup from your hotel and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley to Tarangire National Park. Spend the day on an exciting game drive amid majestic baobab trees and large elephant herds. Observe lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and antelopes in their natural habitat. Bird enthusiasts will delight in over 500 species, including colorful bee-eaters and towering ostriches. Less crowded than other parks, Tarangire offers a peaceful and authentic safari experience in the heart of Tanzania’s wilderness.

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:

Ikumbi Safari Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Transfer to Serengeti National Park (Central)

After breakfast, depart Tarangire National Park and travel through the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area, home to Maasai communities and breathtaking landscapes. Enter the iconic Serengeti National Park and journey across the endless central plains. Enjoy a thrilling game drive en route to your lodge, spotting wildebeest, zebras, and, with luck, lions, cheetahs, or other predators. Immerse yourself in the heart of the wild on this unforgettable safari adventure.

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

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Tukaone Weavers Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro-Crater

After breakfast, depart Serengeti with a picnic lunch for a final game drive, spotting lions, elephants, and other wildlife. Continue toward Ngorongoro Crater, with an optional stop at Oldupai Gorge (additional cost). Arrive at the crater rim and take in breathtaking views of the vast caldera below. Formed over 2 million years ago, the Ngorongoro Crater spans 19 km across with 600-meter-high walls and is home to over 30,000 animals, including elephants, lions, flamingos, and black rhinos. Time permitting, enjoy the scenic rim before proceeding to your lodge for evening relaxation and a hot dinner.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro-Crater

After breakfast, depart your lodge and drive to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into this breathtaking caldera, a unique ecosystem teeming with wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive through open grasslands, acacia forests, and swamps, spotting lions, elephants, buffaloes, and the rare black rhinos. See flamingos at Lake Magadi and hippos in the pools. Relish lunch at a scenic picnic spot within the crater. Witness the Big Five in a single day before continuing your journey.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Ikumbi Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Mto wa Mbu, A Cultural Crossroads Activities

Start the day with a visit to the scenic viewpoint overlooking Lake Manyara National Park, then continue to the lively village of Mto Wa Mbu. This vibrant community is home to representatives of over 120 ethnic groups, offering a unique cultural experience. Explore bustling markets, taste traditional dishes prepared by local food collectives, and observe daily life on farms, in schools, and local workshops. Learn about traditional crafts, farming methods, and village customs, gaining insight into the rich heritage and harmonious lifestyle of rural Tanzania.

Main Destination:

Mto Wa Mbu (Town)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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