5-Day Explore the Northern Circuit National Park + Big 5

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

Arrival in Arusha

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), your safari guide will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your lodge in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the lodge or explore the vibrant town of Arusha. Enjoy a delicious dinner and a restful overnight stay as you prepare for the adventure ahead.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your lodge or hotel in Arusha and begin the scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, carrying packed lunch boxes. Known for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds, Tarangire offers diverse landscapes and excellent wildlife viewing. Enjoy a full-day game drive as you explore this less-crowded gem. After the safari, proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

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:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive from Karatu to explore Ngorongoro Crater, then continue to Serengeti for overnight

After an early breakfast, depart from Karatu and head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the crater for a thrilling game drive with picnic lunch inside the crater floor, home to the Big Five and a rich variety of birdlife. In the afternoon, ascend and continue your journey to Serengeti National Park. Arrive in time for dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp in Central Serengeti.

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

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Kontiki Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Central Serengeti to Karatu

Wake up early for a morning game drive in the vast Central Serengeti, where you might spot lions, cheetahs, and large herds of wildebeest. After enjoying a picnic lunch in the park, begin your scenic drive back toward Karatu, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in the evening for dinner and overnight at your lodge in Karatu.

Main Destination:

Central 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:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Manyara & Departure

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park with packed lunch. Enjoy a final game drive in this lush park known for its tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, and vibrant birdlife around the soda lake. In the afternoon, begin your drive back to Arusha. Depending on your departure schedule, we’ll drop you off at your hotel, Arusha Airport, or Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

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.