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Experience the unparalleled beauty of the Northern Circuit's top National Parks on a tour that immerses you in nature's wonders.
Spend two full days each in the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti, maximizing your chances to witness diverse wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.
Customize your adventure to suit your interests, whether it's photography, cultural encounters, or serene nature walks, ensuring a personalized and unforgettable safari experience.
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
- The airport pickup option will vary depending on the flight schedule.
Itinerary
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1Arusha
Upon arriving at either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha International Airport, your journey will begin with a transfer to your hotel in the Arusha region. There, you can enjoy a hot bath, lunch, some relaxation, and a comfortable overnight stay as you prepare for your safari adventure
12 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Tarangire National Park
Your trip will start early morning (between 05:30 and 06:00) with a 2-hour drive to Tarangire National Park, about 140 km from Arusha. Known for its elephant population, Tarangire offers exceptional game viewing and a unique blend of nature and Maasai culture. During the Dry season, elephants are especially abundant. Enjoy lunch in the park while observing elephant herds. Afterwards, you'll be transferred to your lodge for dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay.
6 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Mto wa Mbu
The bustling farming community of Mto Wa Mbu, situated between Manyara and Ngorongoro, is home to around 18,000 people. This melting pot of cultures is one of the few places in Tanzania where all 120 tribes live harmoniously together. Despite its name, which translates to ‘Mosquito River’ due to the village's permanent water source, there are fortunately not many mosquitoes.
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4Ngorongoro Conservation Area
On your way to Serengeti, you'll pass through the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest caldera.
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5Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, your spectacular safari continues from Karatu to Serengeti National Park, a 2-hour drive. With your packed lunch ready, you will enter Serengeti, renowned for its vast plains, abundant wildlife, and the spectacular Great Migration. Experience unparalleled game viewing as you witness herds of wildebeest, zebras, and predators in their natural habitat. The park is also home to the endangered East African oryx, one of the rarest species in the Serengeti ecosystem. Enjoy lunch in the park before being transferred to your hotel/lodge for a hot bath, warm dinner, and a cozy overnight stay.
8 hours • Admission ticket free -
6Serengeti National Park
Today you’ll visit the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the world’s largest unbroken caldera. Formed over 2.5 million years ago after a massive volcanic eruption, the Ngorongoro Crater is about 610 meters deep and rich in both natural beauty and historical significance, often considered part of the cradle of humankind due to evidence of early human life found in the area, including at Olduvai Gorge. Surrounded by lush highlands and diverse habitats, this remarkable destination is home to the Big Five, as well as herds of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, and rare species such as black rhinos and cheetahs — offering exceptional wildlife viewing.
8 hours • Admission ticket free -
7Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage site, features the world's largest unbroken caldera, lush highlands, and diverse habitats. Home to the Big Five, it also hosts wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles. Unique landscapes include the Ngorongoro Crater and Olduvai Gorge. Rare animals such as black rhinos and cheetahs can also be spotted, making it a prime destination for wildlife enthusiasts. You can explore much of this incredible area if time permits, or head straight to your hotel/lodge to rest and prepare for another day of exploration.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
8Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After an early morning breakfast, you'll have plenty of time to explore the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and enjoy an exhilarating game drive, marking the grand finale of your safari adventure. In the late afternoon, you'll begin your journey back to Arusha, tired but filled with adventurous memories. From Arusha, you can choose to depart from either Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport. This concludes your 5-day northern Tanzania Safari.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Arusha
Tarangire National Park (Arusha to Tarangire National Park)
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Ngorongoro Conservation Area to Arusha
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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