Tanzania Northern circuit
5 days—Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire adventure with coffee plantation experience
$1651-4767 USD
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Safari summary
This 5-day Northern Tanzania safari offers an unforgettable journey through some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations, combining adventure, comfort, and authentic cultural experiences. From the moment you arrive in Arusha, you begin a carefully crafted experience that takes you deep into Tarangire National Park, the endless plains of the Serengeti, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater.
Each destination offers something unique—from vast elephant herds and ancient baobab trees in Tarangire, to thrilling predator encounters in the Serengeti, and one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the world inside the Ngorongoro Crater. The safari is designed to maximize game viewing while maintaining a relaxed and enjoyable pace.
Beyond wildlife, this journey also includes a meaningful cultural experience at a traditional coffee plantation in Karatu, where you will discover the full process of coffee production and experience local Tanzanian life firsthand.
With comfortable lodge stays, a Serengeti tented camp experience, and guidance from experienced professionals throughout, this safari delivers the perfect balance of adventure, culture, and comfort—creating memories that last a lifetime.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Farm | plantation visits
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrival & transfer to Arusha Town
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed after completing airport formalities by your professional driver-guide. You will then be transferred to Arusha town, the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit.
Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
Arusha – Tarangire - Karatu village
Tarangire
After breakfast at the lodge, depart with packed lunch boxes for Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and rich wildlife diversity. Enjoy a full-day game drive with opportunities to see lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and numerous bird species. In the late afternoon, continue to Karatu village for dinner and overnight stay.
Bougainvillea lodge Karatu
Karatu - Serengeti park
Serengeti
After breakfast, depart with packed lunch boxes and drive towards the legendary Serengeti National Park, enjoying scenic views en route. Upon arrival, begin a full-day game drive across the endless plains, home to large populations of predators and herbivores. In the evening, proceed to your camp for dinner and overnight under the African sky.
Serengeti pure tented camps
Ngorongoro crater - Karatu village
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast at the camp, depart with packed lunches for a morning journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular game drive, one of the best wildlife viewing experiences in Africa, with high chances of spotting the Big Five. In the late afternoon, return to Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.
Country Lodge Karatu
Coffee plantation visit - departure
After breakfast, depart with box lunches for a cultural visit to a local coffee plantation in Karatu. Here you will learn the complete coffee production process, from cultivation and harvesting to roasting and tasting, while experiencing authentic Tanzanian agricultural traditions, after the visit you will be transferred back to Arusha, where you will be dropped off either at Kilimanjaro International Airport or at your preferred location.
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