7-Day Best of Northern Circuit Private Camping Safari

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport and transfer to your lodge in Arusha for a restful first night. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore local highlights such as art galleries, bustling markets, and the famous Maasai craft centers. Your adventure begins in this vibrant city, the safari hub of northern Tanzania.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Ilboru Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Waterfalls, Coffee & Hot Springs

Today blends culture and relaxation. Journey to a scenic village for a hike to a majestic waterfall, then engage in a local coffee experience—from bean to brew. Enjoy a traditional lunch before heading to the crystal-clear springs for a refreshing swim. Return to your lodge in Arusha for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Ilboru Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Elephants & Baobabs in the Wild

Head out early for a day of game viewing in a park famed for its baobab trees and dense elephant populations. From your open-roof vehicle, spot giraffes, impalas, lions, and more along the riverbanks and savannas. After lunch at a panoramic picnic site, continue your drive before heading to your camp near the park.

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:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Journey to the Endless Plains

Embark on a scenic drive toward the world-famous plains, passing crater highlands and dramatic landscapes. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a hilltop gate before entering the park for an afternoon game drive. As the sun sets, continue to your camp for dinner and your first night under the stars of the savannah.

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:

Moyo Tented Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Wildlife Search

Rise early for a sunrise game drive to catch wildlife at their most active. Return to camp for breakfast, then pack lunch and set off for a full day of exploration. Track the Big Five and marvel at the abundant birdlife. As dusk falls, return to camp for dinner and stories around the fire.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Moyo Tented Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning Game Drive & Transfer

Start with an early game drive, followed by a scenic breakfast stop in the wilderness. Continue your search for wildlife before returning to camp for lunch. Afterward, journey onward to your campsite on the rim of a famous crater, where dinner awaits with breathtaking views.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Moyo Tented Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Crater Exploration & Return to Arusha

Descend into the crater at dawn for a half-day safari in a unique ecosystem teeming with life. Watch for lions, rhinos, elephants, and more. After a picnic breakfast by a lake, head back up the crater wall and return to Arusha. Your unforgettable 7-day safari adventure concludes upon drop-off.

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:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.