5 Days Northern Circuit Classic

5 Days Northern Circuit Classic

Tarangire, Serengeti and the crater — the full northern sweep.

5 days Mid-range Serengeti National ParkNgorongoro CraterTarangire National Park
Duration5 days
ComfortMid-range
GroupPrivate, 1–12 guests
Best timeYear-round

The definitive introduction to Tanzania: elephants in Tarangire, two nights on the Serengeti and a morning in the Ngorongoro Crater.

This itinerary is a starting point. Your route, pace and accommodation can be adjusted to suit your dates, interests and budget.

  • Elephant country in Tarangire
  • Two nights on the Serengeti
  • Olduvai Gorge
  • Ngorongoro Crater floor

Day by day

  1. Day1

    Arusha to Tarangire

    Tarangire National Park
    Drive to Tarangire for an afternoon game drive among baobabs and elephants.
    Tented camp or lodge near Tarangire
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  2. Day2

    Tarangire to Karatu

    Karatu
    Morning game drive, then drive up to the Karatu highlands for a relaxed afternoon.
    Lodge in Karatu
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  3. Day3

    Karatu to Serengeti

    Serengeti National Park
    Cross the Ngorongoro highlands and Olduvai Gorge, then spend the afternoon on safari in the Serengeti.
    Camp or lodge in the Serengeti
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  4. Day4

    Serengeti game drives

    Serengeti National Park
    A full day following the wildlife — lion prides, leopards in the kopjes, and herds on the plains.
    Camp or lodge in the Serengeti
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  5. Day5

    Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

    Ngorongoro Crater
    Descend into the crater for a morning game drive, picnic lunch, then return to Arusha.
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Included

  • Airport or hotel transfers in Arusha
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and a professional driver-guide
  • Accommodation as listed (camp or lodge, shared twin)
  • All meals during the safari
  • Park entry, conservation and camping/concession fees
  • Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
  • Government taxes and VAT on included services

Not included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for guides and camp staff
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks at lodges
  • Optional activities such as balloon flights
  • Personal items and laundry

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