7-Day Tanzania's Grand Northern Circuit

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

Arrival & Tarangire National Park

Upon arrival at a local airport, you will be met by your professional safari guide and immediately embark on your journey to Tarangire National Park. After a brief introductory game drive, you will check in to the lodge for lunch and a chance to relax. The afternoon will be spent on a game drive, focusing on the park's legendary large elephant herds and various other wildlife drawn to the Tarangire River. Your overnight stay will be at the Tarangire Kuro Treetops Lodge, an incredible treehouse-style lodge nestled within the park's baobab trees.
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire is a vast wilderness renowned for its immense elephant population and its stunning landscape of ancient baobab trees. The park's name comes from the Tarangire River, which flows through the park and is the primary source of water for wildlife during the dry season. It is a vital ecosystem that attracts a high concentration of animals, making it a spectacular location for a safari.

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:

Tarangire Kuro Treetops Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Tarangire Game Drive & Journey to Lake Manyara

Your day begins with a final morning game drive in Tarangire National Park. This will give you another opportunity to spot animals you may have missed on your first day, including lions, leopards, and a wide variety of birdlife. After your game drive, you will begin the short journey to the area surrounding Lake Manyara. You will check in to the elegant Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge, where you can relax and enjoy the lodge's stunning views.
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire's diverse landscape ranges from grassy savannas to riverine forests, offering a wide array of habitats for its wildlife. The park's remote location and a limited number of visitors provide an exclusive and authentic safari experience, away from the typical crowds.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Accommodation:

Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge

• Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Journey to Serengeti National Park

Today, you will embark on a scenic drive to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. The journey itself is a game drive, as you pass through the stunning landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area before reaching the Serengeti's endless plains. Upon arrival, your game drive continues, with your guide seeking out the region's famous predators and immense herds of herbivores. Your overnight stay will be at the Serengeti Lake Magadi Lodge, a luxury lodge with breathtaking views of Lake Magadi.
Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti is arguably Africa's most famous national park, known for its endless plains and the spectacular Great Migration. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, including the "Big Five" and countless other species. Its vast open landscapes provide unparalleled opportunities for game viewing and experiencing the raw, untamed beauty of the African wilderness.

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

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Ole Serai Luxury Camp – Seronera

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti Game Drive

A full day is dedicated to exploring the incredible Serengeti National Park. Your safari will be filled with game drives, allowing you to traverse different areas of the park in search of its diverse wildlife. Your guide will navigate to key areas of the park, depending on the season and the movement of the Great Migration. You will have ample time to witness the dramatic interactions between predators and their prey. The day concludes with a return to the Serengeti Lake Magadi Lodge.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Ole Serai Luxury Camp – Seronera

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Serengeti National Park

Another full day is spent exploring the incredible Serengeti National Park. You will head out on extensive game drives, allowing you to venture into new regions of the park. From vast open plains to acacia woodlands and riverine forests, the Serengeti's diverse habitats offer unique viewing opportunities. The day concludes with a final night at Serengeti Lake Magadi Lodge, allowing you to reflect on your amazing wildlife encounters.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Ole Serai Luxury Camp – Seronera

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Journey to Ngorongoro Crater

Today, you will depart the Serengeti with a final morning game drive as you make your way towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive takes you away from the vast plains and up into the cooler, forested highlands surrounding the Ngorongoro Crater. The safari culminates with a descent into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an extensive game drive. Your overnight stay will be at the Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge, perched on a scenic hillside with stunning views.
Ngorongoro Crater
Often called "Africa's Garden of Eden," the Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. It is a natural wonder that hosts an astonishing density of wildlife, thriving in the permanent water sources and lush grasses of the crater floor. The unique geography of the crater walls creates a natural enclosure, ensuring a high probability of close-up wildlife encounters.

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:

Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge

• Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Departure

After a final breakfast at your lodge, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport, marking the end of your 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.