Enjoy a 5-day safari that blends classic wildlife viewing with authentic walking and cultural experiences. Travel through Tanzania’s northern circuit, where game-rich national parks sit alongside farming villages and living traditions. Alongside game drives in parks such as Tarangire and Lake Manyara, you step out of the vehicle and into local life, with a choice of activities like a bicycle ride through Mto wa Mbu, a walk through a banana plantation, or a visit to a local rice farm. Along the way you meet the farmers and families who work this fertile land, taste fresh local produce, and take in views of the Great Rift Valley. With an experienced local guide, it’s an easy-to-moderate journey that brings together Tanzania’s nature, wildlife, and culture in one unforgettable trip.
The parks mentioned are my suggestion, so swap in whichever ones your itinerary actually covers.
Life on Safari
Upon arrival at the airport, our professional safari guide will meet you, pick you up and drive you directly to Tarangire National Park. Begin your exciting game drive as you explore the park’s beautiful landscapes, famous for its large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, lions, giraffes, zebras, and many other wildlife species. Enjoy a memorable safari experience before heading to your accommodation for relaxation and an overnight stay.
Safari Overview – Tarangire National Park
| Category | Details |
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| Best Time to Visit | Year-round gateway city |
| High Season | June–October & December–February |
| Best Weather | Dry and mild most of the year |
Accommodation:
Safari Haven Tarangire Camp – Luxury tented camp
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
Drinks not included
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Tarangire National Park, exploring its beautiful landscapes and abundant wildlife. Later, drive to Mto wa Mbu for a cultural and local experience.
Here, you can choose an activity based on your preference, such as a bicycle ride through the village, a walk through the banana plantations, or a visit to the local rice farms. Enjoy an authentic experience of the area before relaxing and spending the night in Mto wa Mbu.
Safari Season Overview – Tarangire National Park
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Best Time to Visit | July–November |
| High Season | June–October |
| Best Weather | June–October |
Accommodation:
Suricata Boma Lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, depart from Mto wa Mbu and drive towards the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Enjoy the scenic journey through the beautiful Tanzanian landscapes as you make your way into the heart of the Serengeti.
Upon arrival, begin your game drive and explore the vast plains, home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many other species. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery and unforgettable wildlife experience before heading to your accommodation for the evening.
Safari Season Overview – Serengeti National Park
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Best Time to Visit | January–February and June–October |
| High Season | July–March (Seronera is busy) |
| Best Weather | June–October |
Accommodation:
Safari Haven Serengeti Camp
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, continue with an exciting game drive through the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, searching for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and other wildlife. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and the chance to witness animals in their natural habitat. Later in the evening, experience a guided walking safari, offering a unique and more intimate way to discover the park’s nature, tracks, and surroundings. The walking safari is included in the safari price.
Safari Season Overview – Serengeti National Park
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Best Time to Visit | June–October |
| High Season | July–March |
| Best Weather | June–October |
Accommodation:
Safari Haven Serengeti Camp
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a memorable game drive. Explore the crater floor and look out for lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and other wildlife surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Also, you will have lunch in the picnic site.
After the game drive, begin your journey back to Arusha, enjoying the beautiful landscapes along the way. Upon arrival in Arusha, your safari comes to an end after drop-off at the airport.
Safari Season Overview – Ngorongoro Crater
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Best Time to Visit | June–October |
| High Season | July–March |
| Best Weather | June–October |
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast & Lunch (Dinner not included)
Non-alcoholic drinks
Price Per Person (All year round)
- All Park entrances & taxes
- Accommodation during safari
- All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),
- A professional driver/guide
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day)
- Transportation in a custom safari 4×4 with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
- Safari vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, communications radio, electric cooler, and filtered water
- Tips for guides
- International and domestic flights
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tanzania Visa fee
- Balloon in Serengeti (Price is $600per person)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Note: We have a discount for kids under 15 years old
"Our guide Emmanuel was incredible — he spotted a leopard and two lion cubs that three other vehicles completely missed. The most magical experience of our lives."
"The private setup meant we could spend 45 minutes with a cheetah and cubs without feeling rushed. The lodges were far beyond what we expected."
"As first-time safari travelers, we were nervous. From the moment we arrived, Serengeti African Tours took care of everything. The Ngorongoro Crater literally took our breath away."
"Booked through SafariBookings and couldn't be happier. Every detail was handled perfectly. Guide Abouh is extraordinary — his knowledge of wildlife is encyclopaedic."
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