5-Day Best of Tanzania the Northern Circuit Safari

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

Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu

Your adventure begins with a morning pick-up from Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport. Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large herds of elephants, baobab-studded landscapes, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the park. In the late afternoon, continue to the nearby town of Karatu for dinner and overnight at Heart & Soul Lodge.

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:

Heart and Soul Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Karatu – Lake Eyasi – Karatu

After breakfast, depart early for Lake Eyasi, located on the edge of the Great Rift Valley. Here, enjoy a morning cultural tour with the Hadzabe bushmen, one of Africa’s last hunter-gatherer tribes. Experience their traditional hunting methods firsthand and learn about their unique lifestyle and survival skills. Later, visit the Datoga blacksmiths, skilled artisans known for crafting tools and weapons using ancient techniques. Return to Karatu in the afternoon for relaxation and overnight at Pamoja Farm Lodge.

Main Destination:

Lake Eyasi

Accommodation:

Pamoja Farm Lodge

• Budget lodge

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Karatu – Ngorongoro Highlands – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands en route to the iconic Serengeti National Park. Enjoy wildlife viewing along the way as you approach the endless plains, home to vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and big cats. Arrive in the Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive, exploring the heart of this world-famous park. Overnight at Moyo Tented Camp in Central Serengeti.

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:

Moyo Tented Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti – Karatu

Rise early for a morning game drive to catch predators and other wildlife during the cool, active hours of dawn. After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and drive back to Karatu, enjoying additional wildlife sightings along the way. Spend a restful evening at Pamoja Farm Lodge, where you can savor delicious farm-to-table meals.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Pamoja Farm Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located near Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport

On your final day, descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in this extraordinary natural amphitheater. Discover the diverse animal populations including elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos, and possibly the elusive black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor amidst breathtaking scenery.
Afterward, ascend the crater walls and drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey, bringing home unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s northern wonders.

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:

• 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.