6 Days Tanzania Northen Circuit Safari
This 6 Days Tanzania Northen Circuit Safari offers a comprehensive exploration of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit. Showcasing the diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes of Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Each day promises unforgettable game drives and opportunities to witness Africa’s iconic wildlife in their natural habitats.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), you’ll be greeted by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity. To explore Arusha city or relax at your accommodation, gearing up for the adventure ahead. Your guide will provide a briefing about the safari itinerary and ensure you are prepared for the journey.
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and baobab trees. Enjoy a game drive in the park, exploring its diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife. Look out for giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and various antelope species. Later in the afternoon, head to your lodge or tented camp within or near the park for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park
Start the day with an early morning game drive in Tarangire to catch sight of predators returning from their night hunt. After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos. Enjoy a game drive through the park, which also hosts diverse birdlife, including pelicans, storks, and hornbills. Later, head to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight stay, overlooking the scenic Lake Manyara.
Day 4: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, driving through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with opportunities to spot wildlife along the way. Arrive in the Serengeti for a game drive en route to your lodge or camp. The Serengeti is famous for its vast plains, abundant wildlife, and the annual Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or tented camp in the heart of the Serengeti.
Day 5: Full Day Safari in Serengeti
Spend the day exploring the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Your experienced guide will take you through different regions of the park, increasing your chances of encountering a wide variety of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino), cheetahs, hyenas, and more. Break for lunch at a picnic spot or back at your accommodation. In the evening, return to your lodge or camp for dinner and relaxation under the starlit African sky.
Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, depart from the Serengeti and head towards the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most densely populated wildlife areas in the world. Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive, marveling at the stunning landscape and diverse wildlife, including lions, elephants, hippos, and an impressive variety of bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater before ascending and driving back to Arusha in the late afternoon.
Day 7: Departure
After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for optional activities in Arusha, such as visiting local markets or cultural sites. Later, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your departure flight or onward journey.