6-Day Northern Circuit Safari

$1,950 / person

6-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro & Tarangire Safari — Overview & Highlights

This 6-day Northern Circuit Safari takes you through Tanzania's premier northern parks: Tarangire, Lake Manyara (or Ngorongoro highlights), the vast Serengeti, and the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. Experience diverse ecosystems from baobab-dotted landscapes and tree-climbing lions to endless plains teeming with the Great Migration (seasonal), Big Five sightings, and the dramatic Ngorongoro caldera. With private 4x4 vehicles, expert guides, and comfortable lodges/tented camps, this itinerary offers an unforgettable introduction to Tanzania's world-class wildlife and scenery.

Departure Arusha, Tanzania
Departure Time Please arrive by 8:00 AM for prompt departure
Maximum travellers 6-7 per vehicle (private options available)
Languages English, Swahili (expert guides)
Includes
  • All park fees & conservation charges
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking guide/driver
  • Full board accommodation & meals on safari
  • Airport transfers, bottled water & flying doctors insurance
Excludes
  • International flights & visas
  • Travel insurance (mandatory)
  • Tips for guide, cook & staff
  • Drinks & personal expenses
Popular Places
  • Tarangire National Park
  • Serengeti National Park
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Lake Manyara National Park

Lion Capital of Africa

Serengeti has one of the world's highest concentrations of lion — prides of 20+ are not unusual

Great Migration Year-Round

The wildebeest herds are always in the Serengeti ecosystem — location shifts seasonally

Serengeti Ecosystem

30,000 km² of open savanna, woodland and riverine forest supporting 500+ bird species

Open-Vehicle Game Drives

Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicles give 360° visibility for photography

Cheetah & Leopard Territory

The Serengeti's open plains are among the best locations in Africa to see cheetah hunt

Multiple Zones

Central, Seronera, Western Corridor and Northern Serengeti each offer different wildlife patterns

6-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro & Tarangire Safari Itinerary — Day by Day

  • 1
    Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

    Pick up from Arusha hotel or airport after breakfast. Drive ~2-3 hours to Tarangire National Park. Afternoon game drives among massive baobab trees, large elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, and big cats. Picnic lunch en route. Dinner and overnight at a comfortable lodge or tented camp near the park.

  • 2
    Day 2: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

    Morning game drive in Tarangire, then depart for Serengeti (~6-7 hours) via Ngorongoro Conservation Area with scenic views and possible wildlife sightings en route. Arrive in central Serengeti (Seronera) for afternoon game drives. Excellent chances for lions, leopards, and resident plains game. Dinner and overnight at a Serengeti lodge or tented camp.

  • 3
    Day 3: Full Day in Central Serengeti

    Full day of game drives in the Seronera region — prime for Big Five sightings, cheetahs, hyenas, and birdlife. Morning and afternoon drives with picnic lunch in the bush. Sundowner drinks overlooking the plains. All meals and overnight at the same Serengeti camp/lodge.

  • 4
    Day 4: Serengeti Exploration – Possible Northern Transfer

    Another full day in Serengeti, focusing on migration herds (seasonal), kopjes (rocky outcrops), and predator action. Game drives in central or northern sectors depending on wildlife movements. Picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight in Serengeti for deeper immersion.

  • 5
    Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Area

    Morning game drive in Serengeti, then transfer (~4-5 hours) to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Afternoon descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for game viewing — high density of wildlife including black rhinos, lions, elephants, and flamingo-filled lakes. Picnic lunch in the crater. Dinner and overnight at a lodge on the crater rim.

  • 6
    Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Return to Arusha

    Morning game drive or additional crater exploration if needed, then depart for Arusha (~3-4 hours). Optional stop at a cultural site or viewpoint. Arrive in Arusha for drop-off at your hotel or airport. End of an incredible 6-day Northern Circuit Safari!