Tour Overview
Discover Tanzania’s most celebrated wildlife destinations on this luxurious safari through the northern circuit. This carefully designed itinerary takes you from the scenic landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park to the vast wildlife plains of Serengeti National Park and the breathtaking wildlife sanctuary of the Ngorongoro Crater. Stay in exclusive lodges and luxury tented camps while enjoying personalized guiding, exceptional wildlife encounters, and unforgettable African landscapes.
Luxury Safari Highlights
- Luxury safari lodges and tented camps
- Explore the scenic Lake Manyara National Park
- Experience multiple days in Serengeti National Park
- Witness incredible wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Private guided safari experience
- Excellent opportunities to see the Big Five
- Stunning African landscapes and photography moments
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Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where you will be welcomed by your safari representative and transferred to your luxury lodge in Arusha. Enjoy a relaxing evening and a briefing about your upcoming safari.
Activities
- Airport pickup
- Transfer to luxury lodge
- Safari briefing
- Relaxation at lodge
Day 2 Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its scenic beauty, tree-climbing lions, and large flocks of flamingos. Enjoy a game drive exploring the park’s diverse wildlife.
Activities
- Morning breakfast
- Drive to Lake Manyara National Park
- Game drive
- Wildlife viewing
Day 3 Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park
Travel through the Ngorongoro highlands before entering the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Enjoy wildlife viewing along the way as you enter the endless plains of Serengeti.
Activities
- Breakfast at lodge
- Scenic drive through Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Game viewing en route
- Afternoon game drive in Serengeti
Day 4 Full Day Serengeti Safari
Spend a full day exploring the vast Serengeti plains searching for lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, and massive herds of wildebeest and zebras.
Activities
- Morning game drive
- Wildlife tracking
- Picnic lunch
- Afternoon game drive
Day 5 Serengeti Wildlife Exploration
Another exciting day in the Serengeti exploring different regions of the park while tracking predators and large herds of wildlife.
Activities
- Early morning game drive
- Wildlife viewing
- Photography opportunities
- Evening game drive
Day 6 Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Enjoy a morning game drive before departing Serengeti and heading toward the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at the crater rim with spectacular views of the crater below.
Activities
- Morning game drive
- Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Scenic viewpoints
- Relax at lodge
Day 7 Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. The crater is home to one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa, including the rare black rhino.
Activities
- Early breakfast
- Descend into crater
- Game drive
- Picnic lunch
- Return to lodge
Day 8 Return to Arusha
After breakfast, depart Ngorongoro and return to Arusha where your luxury safari adventure concludes.
Activities
- Breakfast at lodge
- Drive to Arusha
- Shopping or relaxation
- Airport transfer
Stays
Inclusive & Exclusive
Inclusive
- All national park entrance fees
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Private luxury 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Luxury lodge and tented camp accommodation
- All meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Airport transfers
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Government taxes and conservation fees
Exclusive
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Tanzania visa fees
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic and premium drinks
- Tips for guide and lodge staff
- Optional activities not listed in itinerary
