This 7-day Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Eyasi Safari departs from Arusha, combining thrilling game drives in Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara with the predator‑rich plains of the Serengeti. Experience cultural encounters with the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes at Lake Eyasi and conclude with a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for unforgettable Big Five sightings.
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Inquire NowThis 7-day Tanzania safari through the Northern Circuit takes you to Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the world‑famous Serengeti, the UNESCO‑listed Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Eyasi. Experience thrilling game drives, Big Five encounters, and the Great Migration (seasonal), along with rich cultural interactions with the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes. From elephant herds beneath ancient baobabs to the breathtaking caldera views of Ngorongoro, each day offers unforgettable wildlife and cultural experiences in Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes.
Drive Time: ~2 hrs (120 km)
Depart Arusha after breakfast and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees.
Enjoy a full-day game drive, with picnic lunch inside the park.
Check in to Mbali Mbali Tarangire River Camp in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodations: Mbali Mbali Tarangire River Camp
Main Attractions: Elephant Herds, Baobabs, Tarangire River, Birdlife
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner
Drive Time: ~1.5 hrs (100 km)
After breakfast, head to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive.
The park is known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and lush groundwater forest.
In the late afternoon, drive to Manyara Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodations: Manyara Safari Lodge
Main Attractions: Tree-climbing Lions, Flamingos, Hippos, Birdwatching
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive Time: ~5–6 hrs (250 km, via Ngorongoro)
Depart after breakfast for the world-renowned Serengeti National Park.
Enjoy a game drive en route through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Arrive in the central Serengeti for an afternoon game drive, then check in at Kati Kati Tented Camp.
Accommodations: Kati Kati Tented Camp
Main Attractions: Big Cats, Savannah Landscapes, Wildebeest Herds (seasonal)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend a full day exploring the vast Serengeti plains.
Early morning and late afternoon game drives offer the best chances to see predators and the Great Migration (seasonal).
Return to camp for a sundowner and dinner.
Optional: Hot air balloon safari (extra cost).
Accommodations: Kati Kati Tented Camp
Main Attractions: Predators, Great Migration, Vast Plains
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive Time: ~4–5 hrs (200 km)
After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive in Serengeti before heading to the lush Ngorongoro Highlands.
Stop at a Maasai village en route (optional).
Arrive at Ngorongoro Farm House for dinner and relaxation.
Accommodations: Ngorongoro Farm House
Main Attractions: Scenic Drive, Highland Landscapes, Cultural Experiences
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive Time: ~2.5 hrs each way (round trip: 140 km)
Early morning drive to Lake Eyasi for a unique cultural experience with the Hadzabe (Bushmen)—learn about their hunting and survival techniques.
Visit the Datoga blacksmiths, known for traditional ironwork and jewelry making.
Return to Ngorongoro Farm House in the afternoon for dinner and overnight.
Accommodations: Ngorongoro Farm House
Main Attractions: Cultural Immersion, Traditional Crafts, Bushwalk
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive Time: ~4–5 hrs (190 km)
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in this UNESCO-listed natural wonder.
Spot the Big Five in a compact ecosystem with stunning scenery, including the endangered black rhino.
Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool before returning to Arusha by late afternoon for drop-off.
End of safari.
Main Attractions: Crater Floor Wildlife, Rhinos, Scenic Caldera Views
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch