7-Day Northern Circuit Classic Safari
Safari Overview
This 7-day safari adventure explores Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations: Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. Designed for first-time travelers or anyone wanting a complete northern experience, this journey offers a perfect mix of landscapes, cultures, and abundant wildlife including lions, elephants, giraffes, hippos, and the rare black rhino.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
– Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
– Meet and greet with our driver-guide
– Transfer to your hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight
Accommodation: Hotel in Arusha
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
– Depart after breakfast for Tarangire National Park
– Game drive in Tarangire, known for elephants and baobab trees
– Picnic lunch in the park
– Evening drive to lodge near Lake Manyara
Accommodation: Lodge near Lake Manyara
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park – Karatu
– Morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park
– Spot tree-climbing lions, flamingos, hippos, and monkeys
– Afternoon drive to Karatu for rest
Accommodation: Lodge in Karatu
Day 4: Karatu – Serengeti National Park
– Depart after breakfast for Serengeti via Ngorongoro Conservation Area
– Optional stop at Maasai village or Olduvai Gorge en route
– Afternoon game drive in Serengeti
– Check-in at your lodge/camp in central Serengeti
Accommodation: Lodge/Camp in Serengeti
Day 5: Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti
– Early morning and afternoon game drives
– Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, wildebeest, zebras, and more
– Optional hot air balloon safari (at extra cost)
Accommodation: Same lodge/camp in Serengeti
Day 6: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
– Early breakfast and final Serengeti game drive
– Depart for Ngorongoro with picnic lunch
– Arrive and descend into the Crater for game drive
– Spot black rhinos, lions, buffalo, and more
– Late afternoon return to lodge in Karatu
Accommodation: Lodge in Karatu
Day 7: Karatu – Arusha – Departure
– Breakfast at lodge
– Drive back to Arusha
– Lunch and transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for departure
End of Safari
Safari Booking
Airport transfers (JRO – Arusha – JRO)
All park entry fees and government taxes
Accommodation as per itinerary (full board)
Professional English-speaking driver/guide
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Bottled water during safari
All game drives as mentioned
International and domestic flights
Travel insurance
Visa fees
Hot air balloon safari (optional)
Tips and personal expenses
Drinks and laundry at lodges
Pre/post-safari hotel stays (if extra nights needed)