Tanzania’s Northern Circuit
Embark on an extraordinary 4-day journey through Tanzania's most iconic national parks. This carefully crafted safari showcases the diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife of Lake Manyara, the endless plains of Serengeti, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater - often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World."
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Best Time: Year-round
Group Size: 2-7 people
Difficulty: Easy
Starting Point: Arusha
Day-by-Day Safari Experience
1. Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Begin your adventure with a pickup from your Arusha hotel at 8:30 AM. Journey to Lake Manyara National Park through scenic landscapes. Upon arrival, dive into a full day of game viewing with a picnic lunch in the park. Look out for the famous tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, buffalo, giraffes, and countless bird species including flamingos along the lake shore. Evening return to your safari lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Safari Lodge near Lake Manyara
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
2. Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, travel through the beautiful highlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the heart of wild Africa - the legendary Serengeti National Park with its endless plains stretching to the horizon. Head to the central Seronera area, known for its rich wildlife habitats centered around the life-giving Seronera River. Enjoy lunch at your camp followed by an afternoon game drive spotting the Big Five and witnessing the diverse wildlife.
Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
3. Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Start with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti to catch the wildlife at its most active. After breakfast at camp, embark on a journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. The crater floor, dotted with watering holes, shelters approximately 30,000 animals in this natural amphitheater. Evening at your crater rim lodge with spectacular views.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Rim Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
4. Ngorongoro Crater Tour & Return to Arusha
Early morning descent into the crater floor for an unforgettable 5-hour game drive. The crater's unique ecosystem supports an incredible concentration of wildlife including the Big Five. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the scenic Hippo Pool while watching these massive creatures in their natural habitat. After lunch, ascend the crater rim and journey back to Arusha, arriving by 6:00 PM with memories to last a lifetime.
Accommodation: End of safari
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
