6 Days Unforgettable Adventure in Northern Circuit

Arusha(1N) → Tarangire National Park(1N) → Serengeti National Park(2N) → Karatu(1N)

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Arusha – A Breathtaking Welcome

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your private safari guide will greet you and transfer you to Arusha. The city, nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, offers stunning views and a vibrant atmosphere. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short walk through town or simply relax at your accommodation. This day is about settling in, soaking up the scenery, and preparing for the adventure ahead. Highlight: A warm welcome to Tanzania with breathtaking views of Mount Meru and the surrounding landscapes. Accommodation: Safari Land Cottages.

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its towering baobab trees and large elephant herds. The park’s rolling savannahs and river valleys are home to giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and predators such as lions and leopards. A picnic lunch inside the park keeps you close to nature, and the afternoon game drive offers golden sunset views over the plains. In the evening, return to your accommodation near Tarangire for dinner and an overnight stay. Highlight: Close encounters with elephants and the dramatic baobab landscapes. Accommodation: Giraffee Executive Inn.

Journey through the Ngorongoro highlands into the legendary Serengeti. The drive itself is scenic, passing volcanic hills and Maasai villages before opening into the endless plains. By afternoon, you will begin your first Serengeti game drive, spotting lions, cheetahs, and vast herds of wildebeest and zebras. As dusk falls, settle into your tented lodge for dinner and an overnight rest. Highlight: Entering the Serengeti and witnessing its vast plains alive with predators and grazing herds. Accommodation: Narudi Tented Lodge.

This day is dedicated entirely to exploring Serengeti’s diverse habitats. Begin with an early morning game drive to catch predators hunting at dawn. Continue across open savannahs, riverine forests, and kopjes, where elephants, hippos, and birdlife thrive. A picnic lunch in the bush keeps you immersed in the wilderness. In the afternoon, track wildlife across new areas of the park, with chances to witness dramatic predator-prey encounters. Return to your tented lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Highlight: A full day surrounded by Serengeti’s wildlife, with unforgettable predator sightings and sweeping savannah views. Accommodation: Narudi Tented Lodge.

After breakfast, depart Serengeti and drive to Ngorongoro. Descend into the spectacular crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site formed millions of years ago by a collapsed volcano. The crater floor supports one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa, including elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and the rare black rhino. Lions and hyenas are also commonly seen here. Lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic spot within the crater, surrounded by dramatic scenery. In the evening, ascend the rim and proceed to your accommodation in Karatu for dinner and an overnight rest. Highlight: Experiencing Ngorongoro’s unique ecosystem and spotting the rare black rhino. 

 Accommodation: Giraffee Executive Inn.

On your final day, enjoy breakfast and a relaxed morning depending on your flight schedule. If time allows, you may choose to unwind at your lodge or take a short optional visit to nearby town areas for last-minute shopping or cultural exploration. Later, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your safari adventure. Highlight: Closing your journey with lasting memories of Tanzania’s wilderness and warm hospitality.

Stay & Meal Details

Package Policies

  • All pick up and transfers as shown in the itinerary
  • 6 days safari in a 4WD land cruiser vehicle for 2-6 people
  • Game drive with an experienced English/Italian/French/Spanish/German speaking driver guide
  • Accommodation and meals as illustrated in the itinerary
  • Park fees, concession fees, camping fees, and crater service fee
  • Game drives during the safari as per the itinerary
  • Complimentary 0.5 x 3 liters of mineral water during game drives
  • Taxes
  • International flights
  • Any domestic connection flights on arrival or departure
  • Gratuities for safari guide and lodge staff (please tip separately)
  • Travel insurance
  • Drinks and beverages in the lodges
  • Other excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Entry visa to Tanzania ($50 / $100 for Americans)
  • Flying doctors (AMREF)
  • Personal toiletry requirements and all items of a personal nature

This safari offers six unforgettable days exploring Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Guests will stay in guest houses or Airbnb lodgings and tented lodges, combining affordability with comfort and authentic local hospitality. From the breathtaking arrival in Arusha to the elephant herds of Tarangire, the endless plains of Serengeti, and the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater, each day is carefully designed to deliver adventure, relaxation, and lasting memories.

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6 Days Unforgettable Adventure in Northern Circuit

Arusha(1N) → Tarangire National Park(1N) → Serengeti National Park(2N) → Karatu(1N)

STAY   budget hotels

$ 2,620

$ 2,925

10% off

  /person

Compare quotes from 3 agents and get best deals