Experience the very best of Tanzania on an unforgettable 6-day luxury safari through the Northern Circuit. This exclusive journey combines breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and exceptional service with carefully selected luxury accommodations. Explore the iconic destinations of Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti, with opportunities to witness the Big Five and experience the remarkable beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness.
Life on Safari
Tarangire National Park is a spectacular wildlife destination in Tanzania’s Northern Circuit, renowned for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and beautiful savannah landscapes. The park offers excellent opportunities to encounter lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and many other species.
During your safari, enjoy scenic game drives through diverse habitats, with the Tarangire River providing a vital water source for wildlife, particularly during the dry season. The park’s peaceful atmosphere, dramatic scenery, and rich wildlife make it a wonderful.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Lake Burunge Baobab Tented Lodge
Meals: Lunch & Dinner (Breakfast not included)
Serengeti National Park is one of Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations, famous for its endless golden plains, spectacular wildlife, and the legendary Great Migration. It is home to unforgettable game drives across the vast Serengeti plains, where every day brings new opportunities to witness Africa’s wildlife in its natural habitat. The park’s breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and luxurious safari camps create an extraordinary variety of animals, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, and wildebeest.
Enjoy unforgettable game drives across the vast Serengeti plains, where every day brings new opportunities to witness Africa’s wildlife in its natural habitat. The park’s breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and luxurious safari camps create an exceptional experience for travelers seeking adventure, comfort, and the true spirit of the African wilderness.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Meliá Serengeti Lodge
Meals: Lunch & Dinner (Breakfast not included)
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| Best Time to Visit | July to November (Excellent wildlife viewing around the Tarangire River) |
| High Season | June to October |
| Best Weather | June to October (Dry season with pleasant temperatures) |
Northern Serengeti is a spectacular and more remote part of the Serengeti, offering an exclusive safari experience surrounded by vast open plains, rolling hills, rocky kopjes, and abundant wildlife. The area is particularly renowned for the Great Migration when large herds of wildebeest and zebras move through the region and cross the Mara River.
Northern Serengeti also provides excellent opportunities to encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and many other wildlife species. With fewer visitors than some of the central areas, it offers a peaceful and intimate wilderness experience, complemented by luxury camps and breathtaking views.
Northern Serengeti is an ideal destination for travelers seeking a combination of spectacular wildlife, dramatic landscapes, exclusivity, and luxury in the heart of Tanzania’s wilderness.
Main Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Mara Mara Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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| Best Time to Visit | January to February and June to October |
| High Season | July to March |
| Best Weather | June to October (Dry with excellent game viewing conditions) |
Central Serenget remote and scenic Northern Serengeti, your to experience the changing landscapes and abundant wildlife along the way. The journey provides excellent opportunities to spot lions, other wildlife, and beautiful open plains. Upon arrival, continue with an afternoon game drive before settling into the National Park
After exploring the remote and scenic Northern Serengeti, your safari continues with a scenic game drive toward Central Serengeti, allowing you to experience the changing landscapes and abundant wildlife along the way. The journey provides excellent opportunities to spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and other fascinating wildlife.
This overnight in Central Serengeti provides the perfect balance of wildlife adventure, scenic beauty, and luxury while positioning you ideally for the next stage of your Northern Circuit safari.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Meliá Serengeti Lodge (Luxury Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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| Best Time to Visit | January to February and June to October |
| High Season | July to March |
| Best Weather | June to October (Dry season with clear skies) |
The Ngorongoro Crater is one of Tanzania’s most spectacular natural wonders and a highlight of the Northern Circuit. Formed from the remains of an ancient volcanic mountain, the crater creates a unique natural sanctuary where an incredible variety of wildlife thrives within its dramatic surroundings.
Descend into the crater for an unforgettable game drive, with opportunities to encounter lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and other wildlife. The crater is also one of the places where you may have the chance to see the endangered black rhinoceros.
Surrounded by towering crater walls and breathtaking scenery, Ngorongoro offers a remarkable combination of wildlife, nature, and luxury, making it a memorable final highlight of your Northern Tanzania safari.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Accommodation: Suricata Boma Lodge (Luxury Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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| Best Time to Visit | January to February and June to October |
| High Season | July to March |
| Best Weather | June to October (Dry and ideal for wildlife viewing) |
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Lake Manyara National Park is a beautiful and scenic destination in northern Tanzania, famous for its diverse wildlife, stunning landscapes, and the alkaline Lake Manyara. The park features lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and spectacular views of the Great Rift Valley.
During your visit, you may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, baboons, and many species of birds. The park is also well known for its tree-climbing lions. Lake Manyara attracts large numbers of flamingos and other waterbirds, creating wonderful opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography.
Lake Manyara National Park will be the final destination of your safari, offering a memorable and relaxing way to conclude your Tanzanian wildlife adventure before departing for your next destination.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: End of Tour
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
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| Best Time to Visit | June to October (Excellent wildlife viewing) |
| High Season | July to March |
| Best Weather | June to October (Dry season with little rainfall) |
High demand: This safari books 4–8 weeks ahead during peak season (June–October).
- All national park entrance fees and conservation levies
- Accommodation as specified
- All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Soft drinks and bottled water (minimum 3 litres per person per day)
- Transportation in a custom 4×4 safari jeep with pop-up viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
- Expert English-speaking guide/driver (15+ years Tanzania experience)
- Vehicle inverter for device charging, FM radio communications, electric cooler and filtered water
- Government taxes and VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Tips for guide
- International and domestic flights
- Additional accomodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tanzania e-visa
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Hot-air balloon safari in Serengeti ($600/person add-on)
- Personal purchases, laundry and phone calls
- Alcoholic beverages
- 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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