7-Day Northern Circuit Safari
This 7-day Northern Circuit safari takes you through Tanzania’s most famous wildlife destinations in one well-balanced journey. The safari combines diverse landscapes, rich wildlife, and iconic parks that define the classic Tanzania safari experience.
Tarangire National Park – Known for large elephant herds, baobab trees, and strong wildlife presence.
Lake Manyara National Park – A scenic park famous for birdlife, lush forests, and diverse landscapes.
Serengeti National Park – Vast open plains with abundant wildlife, including big cats and large herds.
Ngorongoro Crater – A unique wildlife area with one of the highest animal concentrations in Africa.
Classic Northern Circuit Route – Carefully selected parks offering the best wildlife variety in Tanzania.
Comfortable Safari Lodges – Accommodation arranged according to your budget and travel style.
Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.
The day is for rest and safari briefing before the adventure begins.
What to expect: Warm welcome, trip overview, and relaxed evening.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Arranged according to your budget
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park for game drives.
Expect to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and birdlife among iconic baobab trees.
What to expect: Strong wildlife sightings and classic savannah scenery.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Arranged according to your budget
Day 3: Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, travel to Lake Manyara National Park for game drives.
This park offers a mix of groundwater forest, open grassland, and lake shore wildlife.
What to expect: Birdlife, monkeys, hippos, and scenic landscapes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Arranged according to your budget
Day 4: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive toward Serengeti National Park through the Ngorongoro highlands.
Enjoy wildlife viewing along the way as you enter the famous Serengeti plains.
What to expect: Changing landscapes and en-route game viewing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Arranged according to your budget
Day 5: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend the entire day exploring Serengeti National Park with morning and afternoon game drives.
You may see lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and large herds of grazing animals.
What to expect: Long game drives and classic safari scenes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Arranged according to your budget
Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before traveling to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
The landscape changes from open plains to cooler highland scenery.
What to expect: Scenic drive, wildlife sightings en route, and crater viewpoints.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Arranged according to your budget
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Departure
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
You may see elephants, lions, buffalo, zebras, hippos, flamingos, and rare black rhinos before returning to Arusha and transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
What to expect: High wildlife concentration and a strong safari ending.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Includes
Private safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking safari guide
All park entrance fees
Accommodation throughout the safari
All meals as stated in the itinerary
Drinking water during game drives
Airport transfers (Kilimanjaro International Airport)
Excludes
International flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Personal expenses and tips
Optional activities not mentioned





Booking
Package: 7-Day Northern Circuit Safari