Overview
Experience the highlights of Tanzania’s legendary Northern Safari Circuit on this private 4-day, 3-night lodge safari. Beginning in Arusha, the journey takes you through the wildlife-rich landscapes of Tarangire National Park, across the vast plains of Serengeti National Park, and into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.
Your safari begins with game viewing in Tarangire, a park renowned for its beautiful landscapes, abundant wildlife and impressive baobab trees. From there, continue to the Serengeti for two nights of exciting game drives across one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations, with opportunities to see lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other wildlife.
The journey then continues to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you will stay near the crater before an early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy a memorable game drive and picnic lunch on the crater floor before returning to Arusha or transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.
Travelling privately in a safari Land Cruiser with a professional English-speaking driver-guide allows for a comfortable, flexible and personalized safari experience, with accommodation, meals, park fees and scheduled game drives included throughout the journey.
Tour Features
Luxury
This mid range tour uses lodges and tented camps
Private Tour
This safari is arranged privately for your group.
Solo Travelers
Not suited for solo travelers.
Customizable
This itinerary can be customized.
Children Policy
Minimum age accepted is Minimum age accepted 4.
Start Date
This safari can start on any day.
Highlights
TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
serengeti-Ngorongoro conservation Conservation Area
Your Safari Map
Arusha City
Arusha City
Arusha City
Safari Itinerary
After breakfast, depart Arusha at around 8:00 AM and drive to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a private game drive through the park, famous for its large elephant herds, majestic baobab trees and diverse wildlife. Look out for giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, antelopes and lions as you explore with your professional driver-guide.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing to Karatu in the afternoon for dinner and overnight at your lodge,
Accommodation
Farm of Dreams Lodge
After breakfast, set out for one of the great highlights of your journey: Serengeti National Park.
The drive towards the Serengeti takes you through the spectacular landscapes of northern Tanzania before reaching the park’s famous plains. As you enter the Serengeti, the journey becomes part of the safari, with opportunities to begin spotting wildlife along the way.
Enjoy a game drive across this remarkable ecosystem, searching for the animals that have made the Serengeti one of Africa’s most celebrated safari destinations. Depending on the area and season, you may encounter large herds of plains game as well as elephants, giraffes, buffalo and predators including lions, cheetahs and leopards.
A picnic lunch will be served during the day before you continue exploring the park.
Later in the afternoon, make your way to camp for a relaxing evening surrounded by the atmosphere of the Serengeti.
Accommodation
Embalakai Tented Camp
Enjoy breakfast at the camp before setting out on your final morning game drive through the Serengeti. After lunch, depart the Serengeti and drive towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying scenic views as you ascend into the highlands.
Arrive at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge in the afternoon, where you can relax and take in the spectacular views overlooking the Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy dinner and a peaceful evening at the lodge.
Tomorrow brings an early start for one of the highlights of your safari — descending into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater.
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