6-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari - Northern Circuit

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Depart Arusha for Tarangire Game Drives

We'll pick you up from your hotel at 8 am and head to Tarangire National Park, known for its diverse landscapes and nine distinct vegetation zones. The park is famous for its ancient baobab trees, which tower over the animals, and the river that attracts an array of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, and more. Tarangire is home to the largest elephant population in Tanzania, offering incredible opportunities to observe elephant families in action. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot with views of the river and wildlife, where you may even witness a hunt. Afterward, we'll continue with an afternoon game drive before heading to your accommodation.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Nimali Tarangire

• Luxury tented camp bordering Tarangire NP without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire To Lake Manyara

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive from Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park, passing through the beautiful Great Rift Valley. Once at the park, embark on a full-day game drive. Despite its small size (205 sq. miles), Lake Manyara is known for its breathtaking landscapes, lush acacia forests, giant fig trees, and an abundant wildlife population, including baboons, blue monkeys, giraffes, elephants, impalas, and buffaloes. The lake is also home to a large number of hippos. The stunning views offer perfect photo opportunities with giraffes and buffaloes in the foreground, and flamingos in the lake behind. Optional activities, such as a bike tour or boat excursion, are also available. In the afternoon, we’ll transfer to your camp for dinner.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara

• Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Manyara to Serengeti

After an early breakfast, depart Lake Manyara and drive towards the famous Serengeti. En route, enjoy a game drive as you pass through the scenic landscapes, with opportunities to spot wildlife along the way. You’ll stop at the Ngorongoro Crater rim for a stunning view—an unforgettable sight for first-timers. Upon arrival in the Serengeti, check in to your accommodation and enjoy a delicious lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a thrilling game drive through the park, where you’ll witness the vast plains filled with wildlife, including the Great Migration of wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes, as well as big cats like lions, cheetahs, and leopards.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Escarpment Luxury Camp Serengeti

• Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Game Viewing Drives

You’ll have a full day to explore Serengeti National Park, and we’ll tailor the day to your preferences. Your guide will discuss the best timings for activities, including game drives and wake-up times. For example, you could opt for a morning game drive, return to camp for lunch and relaxation, then head out for an afternoon drive. Alternatively, you may choose to enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch. The choice is yours!

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Escarpment Luxury Camp Serengeti

• Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti To Ngorongoro

On this day, we recommend an early wake-up call for a morning game drive, when the animals are most active, and to witness one of the most stunning sunrises you’ll ever see. After the game drive, return to camp for a delicious brunch before heading to Ngorongoro, the 8th Wonder of the Natural World. The crater spans 102 sq miles with 2,000-foot-high walls, creating a unique haven for almost every species native to East Africa. It's one of the few places where you can spot the endangered black rhino. The crater features a river, swamps, a soda lake with flamingos, forests, and open plains, and is famous for its massive elephants with impressive tusks. You’ll arrive at Ngorongoro in time to enjoy a relaxing sundowner.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp

• Luxury tented camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater & Drop Off Arusha

We’ll start the day early and descend to the crater floor for an unforgettable morning of wildlife viewing in one of the world’s most stunning locations. After the game drive, enjoy a picnic lunch near the beautiful Hippo Lake. Following lunch, we’ll have a short game drive before ascending the crater and leaving the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. We aim to return to Arusha around 5 pm, but we’re flexible if you have a flight to catch or other special arrangements.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.