Tanzanian Northern Circuit on Mid Range Accommodation

Day 1: Departure from Arusha & Transfer to Tarangire National Park

Our group will meet in the morning in Arusha. After a short briefing, we will drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant herds and ancient baobabs.
We will enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park before heading to your lodge to relax.
Overnight: Tarangire Sopa Lodge (Full Board)

Day 2: Tarangire and drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

We will do an early morning game drive, and after breakfast, we will depart for the highlands of Ngorongoro, passing through scenic farmland and Maasai villages. We will arrive at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge, spectacularly perched on the crater rim.
This afternoon, relax and take in the views, or join an optional walk along the crater rim before dinner.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge (Full Board)

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and transfer to Serengeti National Park

We will descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” Spend the morning on the crater floor, where you may spot lions, rhinos, elephants, and hippos in one of Africa’s most unique ecosystems.
After a picnic lunch, we will drive to the legendary Serengeti National Park, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive en route to our lodge.
Overnight: Serengeti Serena Lodge (Full Board)

Day 4 & 5: Full Days in the Serengeti

We will spend the next days exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti, home to incredible predator action. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, a special sundowner and time to relax at our lodge between activities.
Overnight: Serengeti Serena Lodge (Full Board)

Day 6: Drive to Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, we will enjoy a leisurely drive out of the Serengeti, with game viewing along the way. We will continue to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its pink flamingos, tree-climbing lions, and lush groundwater forests.
In the evening, we will celebrate our final night in the bush with a special bush dinner under the stars, a truly unforgettable experience surrounded by the sounds of the wild.
Overnight: Lake Manyara Serena Lodge (Full Board)

Day 7: Mto wa Mbu Village Visit & return to Arusha

After a morning game drive followed by breakfast,  we will check out and visit Mto wa Mbu village, a vibrant cultural hub where you’ll meet local artisans, visit a banana plantation, and enjoy a traditional Swahili lunch prepared by the community.
After lunch, we will make our way back to Arusha and transfer to the airport or your stay in Arusha.

Trip Highlights

• See the Big Five across four iconic national parks

• Stay at Serena and Sopa lodges, combining comfort and classic safari style

• Experience a bush dinner in Lake Manyara

• Visit Mto wa Mbu village and enjoy a local lunch

• Game drives in Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and the Serengeti

• Expert local guide and small group atmosphere

Pricing

Inclusions

• Accommodation as listed (6 nights)

• All meals on safari (Full Board)

• All park and conservation fees

• Shared game drives in 4x4 safari vehicles

• Services of professional English-speaking guide

• 1 Sundowner & 1 Bush Dinner

• 1 Village visit with lunch

• Bottled water during game drives

Exclusions

• International flights

• Visa fees

• Drinks at the lodges

• Hot-air balloon safari (optional)

• Travel insurance and personal expenses

• Tips and gratuities