Great Northern Circuit
7 days—Northern Circuit 7 days
$2651-4667 USD
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Safari summary
Iconic destinations, condensed into seven quick days of action-packed safari adventures.
Visit Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and more on this quick, but exciting Northern Circuit tour.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Easy activity | |
Best months | All months | |
Countries | ||
Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
Day 1: Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara
Your driver/guide will meet you after breakfast at your Arusha-area accommodations. Drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. This part has a large Crater lake, home to flamboyant flamingos, hippos and lions which climb trees. The drive out of the park offers stunning views of the magnificent Rift Valley. Overnight and dinner at a nearby camp or lodge. Top Attractions: Tree climbing lions, giraffes, and excellent bird viewing.
Marera Valley Lodge
Day 2: Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
In the early morning, depart for Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive meanders through the grassy highlands of Ngorongoro, and wildlife sightings of zebras, giraffes and other herbivores are common. Option to pause at Olduvai Gorge, a famous excavation site where Louis and Mary Leakey made discovery. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the Ndutu area of Serengeti and game drive around Ndutu. Overnight accommodation in Serengeti National Park. All meals included.
Mara Katikati
Day 3: Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
Begin with an early morning game drive through Serengeti National Park. See the largest migration of animals at the Grumeti River Crossing, visit the famous kopjes (rock formations) and check out the interactive Visitor’s Center in the Seronera area. Dinner and overnight at your camp or lodge. Full Board, all meals and overnight included. Top Attractions: Stunning game viewing in Serengeti: from the famous Serengeti migrations to the endless grasslands.
Mara Katikati
Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro Crater
Opt for a sunrise game drive, when big cats like cheetahs and leopards are most active, then return to your accommodation for a hot breakfast. In the late morning, drive out of Serengeti, back through Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You may camp within the Conservation area. Option to add a day hike to view the beautiful Olmoti Crater (approx 1-2 hrs hike). Additional fees may apply. Full Board, all meals and overnight included.
Ngorongoro Serena hotel
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, drive back to Ngorongoro and descend into the famous Ngorongoro Crater. Stop at the viewpoint to look down into the crater from above, then enjoy a full morning of animal viewing. Animals you might spot include the endangered Black Rhino, prides of Crater lions, and Forest Elephants. Drive out of the Crater in the late afternoon. Option to add a day hike. Empakai Crater, a 2-3 hours trek offers scenic views. Full Board, all meals and overnight included.
Marera valley Lodge
Day 6: Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
After breakfast, depart to Tarangire National Park on a scenic route passing through parts of Africa’s Great Rift Valley. This park is famous for it’s large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. The Tarangire River attracts animals year-round, making this a favorite park during the dry seasons. Full Board, all meals and overnight included. (Camp within the park) Top Attractions: East Africa’s largest herds of elephants are found within Tarangire National Park.
Tarangire Safari Lodge
Day 7: Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
Start your morning with breakfast and a half-day game drive in Tarangire National Park. Explore areas of the park you didn’t get to visit the day before, and you may spot lions and cheetahs during your drive. In the afternoon, return to Arusha, with options to stop at gift shops and art galleries along the way. Depending on your plans you may stay a night or transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Breakfast, lunch and transfer to airport/Arusha included.
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