Tanzania Northern Circuit: Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serengeti
Ancient Baobabs, Caldera Wonders & Endless Serengeti Plains
Safari Overview
Tanzania's Northern Circuit is celebrated as the premier safari route in all of Africa. From the giant baobab trees and thousands of elephants in Tarangire, across the sweeping endless plains of the Serengeti, to descending 600 meters onto the lush wildlife floor of Ngorongoro Crater.
Trip Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Meet your safari driver in Arusha and depart for Tarangire National Park. Known as the Elephant Kingdom, Tarangire is famous for ancient baobab trees and huge family herds of elephants digging in the dry riverbeds.
Tarangire to Central Serengeti National Park
Drive through the Ngorongoro highlands and descend onto the endless plains of the Serengeti. Afternoon game drive tracking lions on rocky kopjes.
Full Day in the Heart of the Serengeti
Full day dedicated to exploring the Seronera River valley. Spot cheetahs scanning the golden grass, tree-climbing leopards, and enormous migrating herds.
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Rim
Morning game drive in Serengeti, then depart towards Ngorongoro. Stop at Olduvai Gorge, the cradle of mankind. Check into your lodge perched directly on the crater rim with sweeping views.
Ngorongoro Crater Floor Safari
Early morning descent 600 meters into the volcanic caldera for an exhilarating 6-hour safari. Spot rare black rhinos, giant tuskers, and flamingo-filled Lake Magadi.
Karatu to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport
Leisurely breakfast, visit a local coffee plantation or craft market, and transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) for your flight connection.
What’s Included & Excluded
- ✓Custom 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and window seat guarantee
- ✓Services of professional certified Tanzanian naturalist driver-guide
- ✓5 Nights luxury tented camp and lodge accommodation
- ✓All park fees for Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater descent permit
- ✓Full board meals, bottled water, Flying Doctors medical evacuation cover
- ✕International flights and Tanzania tourist visa
- ✕Serengeti Hot Air Balloon safari ($550 pp optional)
- ✕Gratuities for guide and camp staff
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