Discover the best of Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit on this unforgettable 6-day wildlife adventure featuring the world-famous Serengeti National Park and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. This itinerary includes four full days on safari, along with an arrival day in Arusha and a departure day at the end.
This safari combines incredible wildlife viewing, breathtaking landscapes, and comfortable accommodations, offering the perfect opportunity to experience Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations. Explore the endless plains of the Serengeti, home to the Great Wildebeest Migration and an abundance of wildlife including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and countless bird species. Continue to the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its dense concentration of wildlife and stunning natural beauty.
Travel in a comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced professional guide ,while enjoying carefully selected accommodations that place you in the heart of Tanzania’s wilderness.
Day 1: Arrival – Airport Transfer – Arusha Farm House or Outpost Lodge
Day 2: Serengeti National Park – Overnight at Tukaone Serengeti Camp or Serengeti Sound of Silence
Day 3: Serengeti National Park – Overnight at Tukaone Serengeti Camp or Serengeti Sound of Silence
Day 4: Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area – Overnight at Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Return to Arusha Farm House or Outpost Lodge
Day 6: Departure – Airport Transfer
Distance: ±55 km | Driving Time: 1-1.5 hours
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you’ll be met by our representative and transferred to your accommodation in Arusha. The drive offers your first glimpse of Tanzania’s beautiful landscapes and local communities.
Arusha is the safari capital of northern Tanzania and serves as the gateway to some of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at your lodge and prepare for the exciting adventure ahead.
In the evening, if time allows, you will receive a safari briefing from your guide covering the itinerary, wildlife expectations, and essential information for your journey.
Accommodation: Arusha Farm House or Outpost Lodge (or similar)
Distance: ±335 km | Driving Time: 7-8 hours
After an early breakfast, depart Arusha and journey toward Serengeti National Park via the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy spectacular views of the Great Rift Valley, Maasai villages, and the lush Ngorongoro Highlands.
A brief stop at the Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint provides an opportunity to admire one of Africa’s most breathtaking landscapes before continuing toward the Serengeti.
Upon entering Serengeti National Park, your first game drive begins immediately. The park’s endless plains support one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa, offering excellent opportunities to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, antelopes, and numerous bird species.
Arrive at your camp in the evening for dinner and overnight in the heart of the African wilderness.
Accommodation: Tukaone Serengeti Camp or Serengeti Sound of Silence (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance Covered During Game Drives: Approximately 80 – 150 km | Game Drive Time: – hours
Today is dedicated entirely to exploring the remarkable wildlife-rich plains of Serengeti National Park. With packed lunch boxes, spend the day searching for the incredible diversity of wildlife that inhabits this world-famous ecosystem.
Depending on the season, you may witness large herds of wildebeests and zebras participating in the Great Migration – one of the greatest natural spectacles on Earth. The Serengeti is also renowned for its predator population, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and jackals.
Throughout the day, your guide will take you to the most productive wildlife viewing areas while sharing fascinating insights about animal behaviour, ecology, and conservation.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon game drive. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation under the African sky.
Accommodation: Tukaone Serengeti Camp or Serengeti Sound of Silence (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: ±145 km | Driving Time: approximately 3.5–4.5 hours
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Early mornings often provide some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities as predators remain active and many animals gather around water sources.
Following your game drive, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The route offers additional opportunities for wildlife sightings while showcasing the changing landscapes between Serengeti’s open plains and the lush highlands of Ngorongoro.
Arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater rim in the afternoon and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Spend the evening relaxing and preparing for the next day’s crater adventure.
Accommodation: Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: ±190 km | Driving Time: approximately 4-5 hours
After an early breakfast, descend 600 metres into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular wildlife experience. Often referred to as Africa’s Garden of Eden, the crater supports an extraordinary concentration of wildlife within its natural boundaries.
During your game drive, search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, wildebeests, zebras, and numerous antelope species. Ngorongoro is also one of the best places in Tanzania to spot the endangered black rhino.
Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before continuing your exploration. In the afternoon, ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha.
Accommodation: Arusha Farm House or Outpost Lodge (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: ±55 km | Driving Time: 1-1.5 hours
After breakfast, and depending on your flight schedule, enjoy some leisure time at your hotel before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.
Our team will ensure a comfortable transfer and assist you with your departure arrangements, bringing your Tanzanian safari adventure to a close.
Meals: Breakfast
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Our vision is to expand opportunities for local communities, create ethical and unforgettable safari experiences, and offer travellers a journey that is life-changing in every sense.
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